A new eco-friendly premium mid-size SUV is about to hit the Aussie market, with BMW Australia announcing today that it will launch the first-ever X3 xDrive30e plug-in hybrid electric vehicle next year. The X3 xDrive30e has just hit the market overseas, following its initial reveal in March this year. It […]
Kia Futuron concept previews future electric vehicle design
Check out this for a flash SUV concept. It’s called the Kia Futuron concept, and it’s set to preview the design direction for Kia’s future electric vehicles. The concept is pitched as a coupe-style SUV, with a ready-to-pounce profile enhanced by curvaceous wheel arches and a sleek cabin glasshouse. A […]
Tesla Model S ‘Plaid’ testing continues, pushing hard at Nurburgring (video)
Tesla is continuing testing on the Nurburgring with its upcoming ‘Plaid’ high-performance package for the Model S. A prototype has been spotted again doing the rounds, featuring a very serious aero kit. It looks like an aftermarket tuner’s special, the prototype. With slammed suspension, fat wheels and tyres within pumped […]
Lister SUV-E concept previews Jaguar I-PACE-based performance EV
Jaguar tuner and manufacturer, Lister, has turned its attention to the Jaguar I-PACE and created an ‘SUV-E’ concept which is set to signal a future production car. Lister says petrol usually runs through its veins, however, the growing demand and interest in electric vehicles has prompted the firm to create […]
For Sale: Original 1988 Holden VL SS Group A SV ‘Walkinshaw’
A 1988 Holden VL SS Group A SV ‘Walkinshaw’ is going up for auction this weekend, in an online-only event by Pickles. It features all of the original and iconic trimmings. The VL Walkinshaw has to be one of Australia’s most recognisable sports sedans. It was the first proper ‘HSV’ […]
BMW launches M340i Touring, with First Edition
Looking for a cool, fast family wagon? BMW has just launched its new G21 M340i Touring overseas, including a special ‘First Edition’ version packed with bonus features. The M340i is about as close as it gets to an M3 wagon, aside from that crazy Alpina B3 Touring that was unveiled […]
MG ZS EV electric SUV on sale in Australia from $46,990
MG’s Australian arm has confirmed a starting price for its new ZS EV, fully electric small SUV. The announcement coincides with the opening of Sydney City MG, which is the first metro flagship showroom in Australia. The MG ZS EV will go on sale from $46,990 (drive-away) for the first […]
Porsche announces 7-speed manual option for 911 Carrera S
Porsche is one of only a few remaining manufacturers to continue to offer a manual transmission for its vehicles. And reiterating that point, it has just announced such an option for the new 992 911 Carrera S and Carrera 4S. It’s a seven-speed manual transmission with traditional three pedals below, […]