FPV Delivers High Performance Utilities
1st June, 2008
With power increases across the range, Ford Performance Vehicles (FPV) has launched its new generation of high-performance F6 and V8 work horses – the F6 Ute, Pursuit and Super Pursuit ..... more

Countdown to New Mazda RX-8
1st June, 2008
The revitalised Mazda RX-8 range will be arriving in Australia next month ..... more

Chrysler's New Dual-Clutch Transmission to Debut in 2008
1st June, 2008
Chrysler’s new dual-clutch transmission — developed in partnership with Getrag — makes its debut in 2008. The new technology — available in Australia on the all-new Dodge Journey — will provide consumers a fuel economy improvement and CO2 emissions reduction of 6 percent ..... more

Skoda Announces New Ambassador Partnership with Cyclist, Phil Anderson
1st June, 2008
Skoda and one of Australia’s leading cycling participants, Phil Anderson, both share a real passion and commitment to cycling ..... more

Precise Performance: The Mercedes-Benz SL 63 AMG Edition IWC
1st June, 2008
The AMG PERFORMANCE STUDIO has developed a new limited edition vehicle, the exclusive SL 63 AMG Edition IWC. Limited to a total of 200 units, the new roadster features an eye-catching designo magno Kashmir white finish as well as an AMG Exterior Carbon package with a matte surface ..... more

Audi Launches New A3 Sportback 1.9 TDI e
2nd June, 2008
The new A3 Sportback 1.9 TDI e is the latest generation of highly fuel efficient vehicles from Audi, developed as a result of the brand’s desire to achieve maximum efficiency for everyday driving situations ..... more

More Value and New CRD Option for the Iconic Jeep Wrangler
2nd June, 2008
With record sales in the past 12 months, the Jeep Wrangler will further stimulate the senses of the adventurous off-road driver with a host of additions to the standard vehicle line-up ..... more

Holden Celebrates Luxury with VE Calais V 60th Anniversary Special Edition
2nd June, 2008
Following on from various other commemorative models, GM Holden introduces the VE Calais V 60th Anniversary Special Edition, with a range of interior and exterior features including an electric sunroof and 19-inch alloy wheels ..... more

Pricing for the new Mercedes-Benz SLK Roadster
2nd June, 2008
The Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class Roadsters have long captured the hearts of sports car enthusiasts. Incorporating around 650 newly developed parts, the new SLK models are even more dynamic and now offer an even more exciting driving experience ..... more

Nissan Announces New Vehicle For UK Plant
4th June, 2008
Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. yesterday announced that it will source an all-new compact car from its Sunderland plant in England, starting in 2010 ..... more

First Full-LED Headlamp for the Audi R8
4th June, 2008
The range of equipment available for the Audi R8 sports car now includes the first full-LED headlamp ..... more

Ford's New V8 Supercar Weapon Has Arrived
4th June, 2008
Ford's new FG V8 Supercar 'FG01' is set to roll from its current home at Ford Performance Racing (FPR) to the tarmac at Sandown this weekend, making its public debut at the famous '400' in Melbourne ..... more

The Double Twelve: A New Motoring Festival For Brooklands (UK)
4th June, 2008
A Brooklands motoring festival in England, the Double Twelve, will feature appearances from some of the most iconic vehicles of the past 100 years as they go head-to-head in a unique Concours D’Elegance ..... more

Megane RenaultSport dCi - Diesel Performance
4th June, 2008
The launch of Mégane RenaultSport dCi in late 2008 will see the addition of a high-performance diesel five-door hatch to the Renault Australia hot hatch range ..... more

Tata Motors completes acquisition of Jaguar Land Rover
4th June, 2008
Tata Motors has now acquired the Jaguar Land Rover businesses from Ford Motor Company for a net consideration of US $2.3 billion, as announced on 26th March, in an all-cash transaction ..... more

Audi A4 Earns Five Stars In The Euro NCAP Crash Test
5th June, 2008
The new Audi A4 has been awarded the top rating of 5 stars by Euro NCAP following testing for passive crash safety ..... more

Holden provides 75 cars for emergency training
5th June, 2008
GM Holden will provide 75 cars to the Australasian Road Rescue Organisation (ARRO) for emergency skills training on the Gold Coast late this week ..... more

New British Sports Car Poised To Set Pulses Racing
5th June, 2008
Breckland Technology, of the UK, will remove the wraps from its exclusive two-seat V8 soft top, the Beira, next week ..... more

New Porsche 911 with Direct Fuel Injection and Double-Clutch Gearbox
8th June, 2008
Porsche is promising an even more sporting and dynamic driving experience when the new 911 model series goes on sale in Australia later this year ..... more

May Madness a Success for Suzuki
8th June, 2008
A total of 2,287 Suzuki vehicles were sold last month, far surpassing the 1,878 record set in 2007 and lifting Suzuki sales a remarkable 21 per cent ahead of the same time last year ..... more

Strong May Sales for Mitsubishi
8th June, 2008
With sales of 4,716 imported vehicles during May, MMAL registered an increase of 5.6 per cent for the month against static market growth. Year-to-date the company recorded 24,271 imported sales, up 16.6 per cent on 2007 and well ahead of the market average increase of 4.0 per cent ..... more

Audi Prepares For A1
11th June, 2008
In addition to the basic version of the Audi A1, other variants are planned in the mid-term as well ..... more

Lamborghini Reventon flies over Turin
11th June, 2008
The conference explored the extraordinary timescales and design and production abilities demonstrated by Lamborghini in producing its €1 million euro super car, of which all 20 units have already been sold ..... more

CDX Limited Edition Seven – Let The Caterham Driving Experience Never End
11th June, 2008
To commemorate 15 years of the renowned Caterham Driving Experience (CDX) days, Caterham has released a high-spec, limited edition version of the cars ..... more

Holden To End Family II Engine Production
11th June, 2008
GM Holden has confirmed a timeframe for ending production of its Family II, four cylinder cast iron engine at Fisherman’s Bend, Melbourne ..... more

A Dud For Rudd
11th June, 2008
Hybrid vehicles, using petrol rather than diesel, are seen by Next Car's editor, Stephen Walker, as a wasted opportunity. Efficient diesels, such as those powering Mercedes-Benz, Peugeot, Renault and Volkswagen vehicles, amongst others, are saving Australians money at the bowsers and are reducing the CO2 burden on our environment ..... more

Mitsubishi & Peugeot Prepare For Russian Production
11th June, 2008
The joint plant, held 70% by PSA Peugeot Citroën and 30% by MMC, will start producing mid-range (C segment) models, as of 2011, for Peugeot and Citroën and mid-range SUVs for the 3 brands ..... more

Tesla Prepares For European Launch
11th June, 2008
Following the recent announcement that Tesla Motors has confirmed its decision to enter the European market, the company is now preparing to show the world’s first all-electric sports car at several key events in coming months ..... more

Mini Announces Pricing for New JCW
13th June, 2008
Mini expands its family of retro cars later in the year with the Australian release of the Mini John Cooper Works brand ..... more

Lotus Cars: Sports Cars with Economy
13th June, 2008
While car manufacturers around the world are looking at making their cars lighter and more fuel efficient, Lotus Cars is already there ..... more

Mercedes-Benz Opens New Advanced Design Studio in California
13th June, 2008
Mercedes-Benz is moving its Southern Californian advanced design studio from Irvine to a newly-acquired, spacious facility near Carlsbad, in order to strengthen its creative base in the U.S. ..... more

Carlos Sainz Joins The Fabia Super 2000 Test Programme
18th June, 2008
Two time world champion Carlos Sainz, joined experienced test drivers Jan Kopecký and Raimund Baumschlager; the team recently tested the competition version of the Fabia Super 2000 in Austria ..... more

Renault Technocentre Celebrates Tenth Anniversary
18th June, 2008
Its 11,500 staff members work on every phase of a project, from preliminary studies through to the latest prototype ready for assembly on the production line ..... more

Jackie Ickx Takes To The Road In A VW California
18th June, 2008
Jackie Ickx, former Formula One driver, has taken delivery of a Volkswagen California camper and is planning to travel extensively around Europe and internationally in it to attend and compete in a variety of motor rallies and cross-country events ..... more

Goodwood Festival Of Speed Stages The UK’s Greatest Showcase Of New Super Cars
18th June, 2008
The Goodwood Festival of Speed ­– being held in England from 11th to 13th July – has firmly established itself as a great place to see the latest and best super cars from around the globe ..... more

Audi A5 3.2 Quattro Tiptronic Arrives
18th June, 2008
Launched this month, the A5 3.2 FSI quattro tiptronic joins its multitronic stablemate to further enhance the A5 range ..... more

Fiorino Qubo, Europe's new MPV from Fiat
19th June, 2008
Manufactured as a result of a joint venture between Fiat and PSA (Peugeot/Citroen), the Fiorino Qubo is made at the Tofas factory in Turkey ..... more

Revised Ford Focus XR5 Turbo Arriving
19th June, 2008
Ford's fire-breathing Focus XR5 Turbo will boast a fresh new look and will be loaded with even more specification and premium quality features when the new LV model goes on sale this month ..... more

Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback Is Close To Release
19th June, 2008
The new Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback will be coming to Australia and is sure to secure even more success for the highly regarded Lancer nameplate ..... more

Ferraris in Heritage Parade at Le Mans
20th June, 2008
This year, the Parade was specifically for Ferrari owners and the early morning spectators looked on in amazement as F40s and 355 Spiders, F430s and Challenge Stradales, 328 GTBs and 550 Maranellos ..... more

Mercedes-Benz Delivers 300,000 New C-Class Models
20th June, 2008
Globally, more than 300,000 customers have purchased either a sedan or estate variant of the new C-Class since its international introduction on 31st March, 2007 ..... more

Alfa Romeo MiTo Release Imminent
20th June, 2008
With the oddly named MiTo, Alfa Romeo offers a new generation of 'Alfisti' ..... more

BMW M GmbH Races from 0-300,000 in 30 Years
20th June, 2008
The 300,000th M car, an Alpine White BMW M3 Coupé was handed over to a customer in Regensburg (Germany) recently ..... more

Chinese Attack Scheduled For Local New Car Market
20th June, 2008
When was the last time you heard someone mutter "I just can't wait to buy a cheap car from China" ..... more

One Million Suzuki Swifts
20th June, 2008
Swift is available from just $15,990 (RRP) and offers a 1.5-litre petrol engine, with either manual or automatic transmission, in the guise of a five-door hatchback ..... more

Jaguar Land Rover Sees Into The Future
30th June, 2008
Jaguar Land Rover has announced the opening of its new industry-leading 'Virtual Reality Centre' at the Design and Engineering Centre in Gaydon, England ..... more

New Mercedes-Benz SLK Released
30th June, 2008
The Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class Roadsters have long captured the hearts of mid-range sports car enthusiasts. Following an extensive facelift incorporating around 650 newly developed components, the SLK models of 2008 are even more dynamic and now offer an even more emotionally charged driving experience ..... more