Australia's Easy Reading New Car News Home | News | Road Tests NEWS INDEX:   October 2010 Home > News Triton Club Cab returns for Mitsubishi 1st October, 2010 Mitsubishi is looking forward to the return of a popular variant of the Triton range, the Club Cab. The Triton Club Cab is at the forefront of a range of updates to the vehicle as part of the Model Year 2011 MN Triton line-up ..... more Volkswagen Passat 7th generation debuts 1st October, 2010 At the Paris Motor Show (Mondial de l’Automobile) 2nd-17th October, Volkswagen is presenting the world premiere of an entirely new Passat – as a saloon and an estate car simultaneously. The seventh generation of this bestseller will be available in some European markets starting as soon as mid-November ..... more Chevrolet readies the Camaro convertible 3rd October, 2010 The 2nd decade of the 21st century will witness the Chevrolet Camaro open a new chapter of the "Pony Car" story when the 2011 Chevrolet Camaro convertible arrives in North American Chevy dealers in February 2011 ..... more Audi RS 5 released locally 3rd October, 2010 A classically elegant coupe with a wickedly powerful engine: the new Audi RS 5 Coupé has landed in Australia. The high-revving 4.2-litre V8 pumps out a hefty 331 kW, yet is fuel efficient. Like all high-performance models from Audi, the RS 5 Coupé delivers its power to the road via all four wheels ..... more Lotus: five new models! 3rd October, 2010 British sports car maker Lotus is planning a new range of models: Elan due 2013, Esprit due 2013, Elite due 2014, Elise due 2015 and Eterne due 2015 ..... more Motorclassica readies for 22nd-24th October 4th October, 2010 Freshly arrived from the USA, where they made their mark at the Pebble Beach and Quail concours d’elegance, they are the first of several cars being shipped in for the event ..... more Spyker's new super car 4th October, 2010 Emblazoned around the chassis reads the emotive latin inscription “Nulla Tenaci Invia Est Via” and as the car is unveiled to the UK in November the message will become clear: “For the tenacious, no road is impassable.” ..... more Mazda BT-50: the inside story 5th October, 2010 Presented as an “active lifestyle vehicle”, the interior of the new Mazda BT-50 has been designed to complement its 'athletic' and refined exterior design and is claimed to offer a comfortable and sporty environment which may even rival Mazda’s current passenger car standard ..... more Honda Jazz Hybrid 5th October, 2010 The launch of the latest addition to the Jazz line-up marks the first time a parallel hybrid vehicle has been available to European B-segment consumers ..... more New FPV GS Sets Entry Level Performance Benchmark 5th October, 2010 Ford Performance Vehicles (FPV) today confirmed the launch of its exciting GS sedan and utility, as permanent additions to the niche manufacturer’s V8-engined range ..... more Mitsubishi Pajero goes Platinum 5th October, 2010 Based on the 2010 Model Year GLX range, the Pajero Platinum Edition features an array of stylish exterior upgrades such as privacy glass, body coloured door handles and mirrors, chrome radiator grille and silver roof rails ..... more Volkswagen Eos update 6th October, 2010 With the arrival of the MY11 Eos, Volkswagen's coupe/convertible now features the 2.0 litre four-cylinder TSI petrol engine with a 155 kW power output ..... more New lower priced Volkswagen Golf 6th October, 2010 Volkswagen Group Australia is introducing a new affordable entry model to its Golf range. Powered by the 77kW TSI petrol engine, previously introduced in the new Polo, the new Golf 77TSI provides competitive design and engineering at a lower cost ..... more Saab prepares for post-GM success 7th October, 2010 “Australia and New Zealand are vital to Saab’s representation in the Asia-Pacific region. We look forward to relaunching the Saab brand in Australasia next year with exciting new products like the new 9-5 Sedan, 9-4X and 9-5 SportCombi” ..... more Nissan to supply a 5-door to Smart USA 7th October, 2010 The B-segment five-door car is to be sold solely in the United States and is based on vehicle architecture from Nissan. This will allow the demand of US Smart customers and dealers for a larger but Smart-typical car to be fulfilled very soon ..... more FPV's new GT 7th October, 2010 FPV’s high-tech, all-new, supercharged 5.0 litre V8 engine produces 335 kW of power and 570 Nm of torque, and is standard fitment across the GT, GT-P and GT E models ..... more Spark plugs a gap for Holden 7th October, 2010 GM South Africa will assemble around 15,000 Sparks a year with half destined for export markets ..... more Nissan Juke a hit 7th October, 2010 Nissan Juke has surpassed expectations in Japan by racking up over 20,000 orders since the order books opened in June. This breaks the target 1,300 unit sales per month by more than x-fold ..... more Volkswagen Eos to be revised for 2011 8th October, 2010 Clearly structured and horizontally contoured, the appearance of the new Eos follows the code of the Volkswagen design 'DNA'. Extending between the new headlights is a radiator grille ..... more Toyota Hilux receives safety upgrades 8th October, 2010 The 4x4 Double Cab turbo-diesel SR5 upgrade brings a raft of new active safety features as standard equipment, supplementing its existing passive safety of six airbags. Toyota has added vehicle stability control and traction control as standard equipment ..... more Hyundai updates four models 11th October, 2010 As part of its focus on continuous improvement, Hyundai has announced a raft of specification enhancements to four of its volume models in the range ..... more Morgan and Bentley debuts at Motorclassica 11th October, 2010 Bentley Motors will stage the Victorian show debut of its new Mulsanne and Morgan will give the Aero SuperSports its first Australian showing at the Royal Exhibition Building from 22nd to 24th October ..... more Aston Martin Cygnet confirmed for production 11th October, 2010 The Aston Martin Cygnet is a city car that sets a new benchmark for compact luxury, building upon nearly a century of experience building high performance sports cars, luxurious long-range grand tourers, and extremely competitive racing machines ..... more All-new Nissan Patrol for 2011 14th October, 2010 With its fresh new styling, superior packaging, powerful but efficient V8 engine, clever off-road technologies and higher levels of luxury and comfort than ever before, the all-new Nissan Patrol resets the class benchmark ..... more Toyota Land Cruiser 60th anniversary edition 14th October, 2010 Toyota is gearing up to celebrate the 60th anniversary of its iconic Land Cruiser wagon by releasing a special-edition model. Available for a limited time, the anniversary model provides more than $5,000 of extra equipment compared with the Land Cruiser 200 Series GXL on which it is based ..... more Jeep prepare for new Grand Cherokee release 14th October, 2010 First shown to the public in Australia at the 2010 National Jeep Jamboree held at Lardner Park in Victoria 30th September through to 3rd October 2010, over 900 delighted Jeep enthusiasts were thrilled to view the all-new 2011 Grand Cherokee on display and also at work ..... more Holden Efijy to headline Motorclassica 14th October, 2010 Holden’s stunning 21st century hot rod concept - EFIJY - has been chosen to headline a collection of the world’s most beautiful cars in Melbourne later this month ..... more New Mazda BT-50 revealed 15th October, 2010 Mazda has unveiled the new BT-50 that signifies the company's new direction for their ute. It was developed as an “active lifestyle vehicle,” and is intended to further extend the appeal of a utility from traditional business users to a wide range of customers ..... more Honda CR-Z coming in 2011 15th October, 2010 The Honda CR-Z is unique. Combining the typical features of a petrol-electric hybrid powertrain with a 6-speed manual transmission, this coupe may change the perception of hybrids ..... more Early release for Holden's new tiny imported car 15th October, 2010 Holden’s all-new cheapie, the Daewoo-sourced Barina Spark, will be released locally next week. The five-door hatch delivers a combination of sharp styling and edgy cabin design, backed by safety features ..... more Suzuki reveal Kizashi Turbo Concept 15th October, 2010 Suzuki Concept Kizashi Turbo boasts a force-fed power boost, lifting peak power from 131 to 179 kW, and torque from 230 Newton-metres to 330 ..... more Lexus CT 200h F Sport revealed 15th October, 2010 Lexus has revealed the CT 200h F Sport in advance of the model's introduction to Australia in the first half of 2011 ..... more VW Polo GTI here late 2010 15th October, 2010 The Volkswagen Polo GTI is coming back to Australia. It will make a powerful 132 kW comeback! ..... more Mercedes-Benz G-Class here in 2011 15th October, 2010 The Mercedes-Benz classic off-roader has thrilled customers world-wide since 1979, whether it’s the incredible off-road capability in the world’s most remote locations or the raw performance of the G 55 AMG, the G-Class is quite simply, in a class of its own ..... more Kia Cerato hatch released 15th October, 2010 Kia is introducing a third member of the Cerato range – the 5-door Hatchback, to strengthen its representation in what is arguably the world’s most important market sector – the ultra-competitive small passenger vehicle or C-segment ..... more Honda Insight due December 17th October, 2010 The Insight is powered by a 1.3 litre i-VTEC engine and Honda’s Integrated Motor Assist (IMA system), coupled to a CVT gearbox. This five-door hatch sips 4.6 litres/100 kms (combined) with ultra-low emissions of just 109 grammes/kilometre ..... more Toyota Kluger boosts comfort, convenience and value 17th October, 2010 Toyota has upgraded its Kluger family wagon, increasing specification throughout and reducing prices by up to $1,000* ..... more Skoda Yeti ... not yet, but later 17th October, 2010 Skoda's SUV, the Yeti, is characterised by a unique design, safety and functionality and is intended as a contender in the compact SUV segment ..... more Plus for Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG 17th October, 2010 Enhanced driving dynamics ex-factory for the Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG: the new Performance Package Plus is an attractive optional extra that is designed to appeal to the power-hungry sports driver ..... more Audi A1 here within months 17th October, 2010 The new Audi A1 is a condensed and concentrated expression of the Audi 'DNA'. The A1 brings the marque’s design, technology and quality to a segment which attracts those who don’t want a large car but demand a premium driving experience ..... more Nissan Navara & Pathfinder to get more power 17th October, 2010 Stumps across Australia will quiver at the news of the impending arrival of Nissan’s new generation V6 turbo-diesel engine, to be fitted to new exclusive top-of-the-range Navara ST-X 550 and Pathfinder Ti 550 models. Available early in 2011, the new high technology direct injection 3.0-litre engine produces a class-leading 170 kW power and a hefty 550 Nm torque from a low 1,750 rpm ..... more Sensational Studebaker Show 17th October, 2010 In Melbourne you know it's a good day, when the "oldies" come out to play. And that's what happened on Sunday when the Studebaker Club of Australia (Melbourne) displayed fifty cars from the garages of their members. Lots of Studebakers and a few Packards were displayed at Moorabbin Airport at the Club's annual event ..... more Ford Ranger debuts 18th October, 2010 From impressive gains in power and safety to exceptional towing capability, the next-generation Ford Ranger emerges as a potential segment leader. It not only builds on the tremendous Ranger heritage of light truck capability, but it also gives utility owners a spacious, comfortable, feature-filled interior and sophisticated driving experience they may not expect to find in a ute ..... more Saab 9-4 for 2011 19th October, 2010 Sporty to drive, the Saab 9-4X is aligned in looks and size between the 9-3X and new 9-5 saloon. Outside and inside, it communicates its Saab identity with clean, uncluttered design and signature motifs, such as its wraparound-effect windshield, ice block lighting theme, driver-focused cockpit and flexible cargo handling ..... more Kia prepares for Optima release 20th October, 2010 “This is a truly stylish and classy design statement that underscores the reasons why Kia is one of the fastest growing brands in the automotive world,” Kia Motors Australia COO Tony Barlow said ..... more New Nissan Micra due November 20th October, 2010 Boasting breakthrough packaging and small-car engineering, the all-new, fourth generation, five-door Nissan Micra will offer exceptional value for money, priced from just $12,990* (MLP*) complete with Vehicle Dynamic Control, anti-lock brakes, six airbags and air conditioning when it goes on sale in Australia next month ..... more Audi A8 L due Q1 2011 20th October, 2010 Boasting an additional 13 cm of length and wheelbase, all of which is devoted to rear-passenger comfort and amenity, the A8 L comes with the choice of three powerful engines; two of which are diesel and all of which deliver performance and efficiency not usually associated with large limousines ..... more New Mercedes-Benz R-Class 20th October, 2010 The new Mercedes-Benz R-Class shows a new self-confidence. The focus of the designers was on the completely restyled front section, with an emphasis on width and a horizontally structured bonnet to make the vehicle appear more harmonious, 'muscular' and dynamic ..... more Tucker Torpedo for Motorclassica 20th October, 2010 A rare Tucker car worth more than $1 million has arrived in Melbourne to feature at Motorclassica, the Australian International Concours d’Elegance and Classic Motor Show this weekend. The first and only Tucker Torpedo in Australia, it is one of just 50 built in the USA in 1948, powered by a rear-mounted helicopter engine ..... more Improved value for Toyota Yaris and Corolla 21st October, 2010 Toyota has improved the value of its top-selling Corolla by up to $2,410 and Yaris by as much as $1,700 by adding features and repositioning prices ..... more BMW X1 range broadens 21st October, 2010 Two new petrol power plants, and the option of BMW sDrive (rear-wheel drive) will add a broader choice to BMW’s new SUV, the BMW X1 ..... more Volvo S60 prices announced 22nd October, 2010 The new model will be available in three models: the 224 kW 3.0-litre six-cylinder turbo-charged petrol T6, Volvo's recently updated 151 kW 2.4-litre five-cylinder twin-turbo diesel D5, and introducing Volvo's new 177 kW 2.0-litre four-cylinder GTDi (Gas Turbo Direct Injection) petrol engine in T5 guise ..... more Suzuki's new Swift 22nd October, 2010 “We are still finalising specification levels for the Australian Swift, and considering several powertrain options. However, I can promise the all-new Swift will deliver the best fuel economy figures for a petrol car in the segment.” ..... more Subaru to expand Forester line-up 22nd October, 2010 A Subaru Forester show car, known as Forester S-Edition, with some strong clues pointing to a new sportier model has been unveiled, ahead of the intended release of a new production variant for next year ..... more Nissan GT-R for 2011 22nd October, 2010 For Model Year 2011, the Nissan GT-R features improved engine output and torque, greater fuel efficiency, revised handling, a refreshed exterior with improved aerodynamics, revised interior treatment and new wheels and tyres ..... more New Renault Megane hatch released 22nd October, 2010 The newly released Megane hatch takes Renault directly into the heart of the fiercely competitive European mainstream in Australia, and this time the Megane is well equipped on all fronts for a successful fight with its well-established rivals ..... more Top of page Hear Chris Goodsell Talk Motoring On Radio & Internet ..... more November 2010 News ..... here September 2010 News ..... here August 2010 News ..... here About | Car Clubs | Home | News | Road Ramblings | Road Tests | Subscribe | Top Drive ©   2010   All rights reserved.   Next Car Pty. 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