If you own a C 63 AMG, chances are, you are happy with its power. For others, there’s the VATH Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG V63 Supercharged package. Yes, a meatlovers wrapped in pepperoni with a side of chilli beef. VATH Automobiltechnik in Germany has come up with a supercharger kit […]
2012 Volvo V40 teaser revealed
An early teaser image of the new 2012 Volvo V40 – C30 replacement – five-door hatch has been revealed online. The V40 will rival the likes of the Audi A3 and BMW 1 Series hatch. Little details of the new model have been found with the image, but it is […]
Video: Dytko Volkswagen Polo custom-built 400hp rally car
Eko Racing Team and Dytko Sport have built this custom-made Volkswagen Polo rally car to compete in the 2012 FIA European Hill Climb Championship. We’ve all wanted to create our own rally car, but this Eko Racing Team Dytko Volkswagen Polo just takes it to new levels. It features a full […]
Honda CR-Z preview
PerformanceDrive has just picked up a new Honda CR-Z from Honda Australia for a full review. This is Honda’s spiritual successor to the old Honda CR-X sports coupe. Only it’s a lot more modern than the old CR-X. It features an advanced hybrid powertrain for one, combining a 1.5-litre i-VTEC […]
Hyundai i-oniq concept to be unveiled at Geneva Show
Hyundai has released this rather interesting outline of a Hyundai i-oniq concept that the company will unveil in full at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show in March. Leaving a lot to the imagination, the Hyundai i-oniq concept appears as though it will be a very futuristic compact hatch design, previewing […]
Jason Richards dies at age 35 after year-long battle with cancer
Jason Richards, former V8 Supercar racing driver, died in Melbourne yesterday after a year-long battle with cancer. His family made the announcement earlier today. Jason Richards was a passionate New Zealand-born racing car driver who moved to Australia to advance his career as a highly competitive V8 Supercar driver. He […]
Video: BMW 1 Series involved in carjack and police chase
A couple has been arrested after fleeing police in the Hunter region of NSW. The couple were involved in a police chase after carjacking a BMW 1 Series hatch earlier today. According to the reports, the police chase started at around 9am this morning when the couple were seen in […]
GM 2.0-litre turbo engine unveiled – destined for future Commodore?
General Motors has unveiled an all-new GM 2.0-litre turbo four-cylinder engine which will power the upcoming 2013 Cadillac ATS. It’s boasts a specific power output of 100kW/litre – better than many current high performance vehicles. The new engine will debut in the 2013 Cadillac ATS sedan next month, at the […]