Just when you thought the humble sedan was a relic of the past, Hyundai releases the new i30 sedan (previously Elantra in Australia), that not only shows Hyundai is committed to sedans, it’s actually investing heavily in them and transforming them into a more premium offering for the average buyer. […]
2023 BMW M4 CSL, M3 CS coming; 400kW, auto, weight reduction
Some potential specs and information regarding the upcoming 2023 BMW M4 CSL and M3 CS have surfaced online, with power levels tipped to top around 400kW. According to a production timeline post in enthusiast forum, Bimmerpost, BMW is planning to launch an M4 CSL (coupe sport lightweight) and an M3 […]
Hyundai Australia announces i30 Fastback N Limited Edition; 206kW, 8spd DCT
In preparation for the incoming 2021 Hyundai i30 N update, Hyundai Australia is introducing a limited edition version of the outgoing Fastback N to help send it off. The limited edition is available with the company’s new eight-speed dual-clutch transmission, as well as a conventional six-speed manual. This is the […]
All new-gen Mercedes-Benz models will be electric from 2025
Mercedes-Benz is steaming ahead with its electrification rollout, and has just confirmed that all newly-launched architectures will be electric-only from 2025 and beyond. That essentially means existing model lines will remain with combustion and hybrid (and EV in some cases) setups up to and potentially beyond 2025. However, any all-new […]
Volvo to take full ownership of its Chinese manufacturing, from parent Geely
Volvo has announced that it will take back control of its manufacturing, sales and operations in China after a new agreement with parent company, the Geely Holding Group. If you’re a little confused, don’t worry, it took us a while to understand the full scope of the news, here. In […]
2021 Land Rover Defender D300 SE review (video)
Land Rover is on a roll at the moment, offering a number of really attractive, high-quality and very capable products in its showroom. And the 2021 Defender D300 SE seems like another great example. Yes, the new Defender isn’t as rugged or as utilitarian as its predecessors, and yes it […]
Tesla to open Supercharger network to other EVs, Musk says
Tesla’s CEO, Elon Musk, has tweeted that the company has plans to open up access to its Supercharger network to other electric vehicle brands, potentially ending the exclusive rights that Tesla vehicles have enjoyed for years now. Tesla’s Supercharger network has more than 25,000 superchargers around the globe that offer […]
MY2022 Aston Martin updates add power for DB11, new options for DBX, DBS
Aston Martin has confirmed some details for the model year 2022 rollout of its DB11, DBX, and new DBS which drops the Superleggera name. These include power upgrades as well as new interior and styling options. Aston has confirmed that the Mercedes-AMG 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 powering the DB11 has received […]