Australia's Easy Reading New Car News Home | News | Road Tests NEWS INDEX:   November 2011 Home > News Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster pricing announced 1st November, 2011 The open-top SLS AMG accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in 3.8 seconds, reaches 200 km/h in 11.3 seconds and has a top speed of 317 km/h ..... more Australia's most fuel efficient car now even more so 1st November, 2011 With a new combined fuel consumption rating of just 3.6 litres per 100 kilometres – an improvement of 2.7 per cent – the fuel efficiency of Fiesta ECOnetic continues to surpass all other vehicles currently on sale in Australia ..... more Subaru BRZ Concept-STI 2nd November, 2011 The concept car is based on the Subaru BRZ, an all-new rear-wheel drive compact sports car, which is due to be unveiled in production form at Tokyo Motor Show at the end of the month ..... more Kia at SEMA 2011 2nd November, 2011 This year’s show cars were inspired by Kia’s growing sports marketing portfolio that includes basketball, golf, motor sports and more ..... more Peugeot 208 revealed 3rd November, 2011 Peugeot has not hesitated to rewrite the rulebook, with the desire to reinvent the principles on which the success of icons like the 205, 206 and 207 were built and to ‘re-generate’ them, to make the new Peugeot 208 ..... more Ford at SEMA 2011 3rd November, 2011 Ford is at the SEMA trade show in Las Vegas (USA) this week with a display of customised vehicles. Featured products include Fiesta, Focus, Mustang, Explorer and F-Series. Other displays will feature several race cars from Ford's long history of involvement in motor sport. But the big news for car enthusiasts is the announcement that the first generation Ford Mustang convertible body shell is back in production (under licence) ..... more BMW expand X3 line-up 3rd November, 2011 The new two-litre petrol model drops the entry point to the X3 range to $59,200* and is the fourth engine variant to join the BMW X3 line-up ..... more VW Tiguan R released in Germany 7th November, 2011 The Volkswagen Tiguan is the most popular SUV on the German market. And now, the latest version is available with R-Line features ..... more Toyota Yaris arrives 7th November, 2011 Toyota has breathed new life into Yaris with new styling, a higher level of standard features and better value for money. Most prices are unchanged for the new hatch range, including the $14,990* entry price ..... more Volkswagen Golf cabriolet released 9th November, 2011 The soft top opens automatically in just 9.0 seconds, and this can be done while driving at speeds up to 30 km/h ..... more Nissan GT-R for 2012 9th November, 2011 Significant improvements to the engine, chassis and transmission accentuate the pure performance potential of the GT-R are the key changes to Nissan's flagship model for 2012 ..... more Old Ford Mustang bodies are new again 9th November, 2011 It’s a classic car enthusiast’s dream come true: Now it is possible to build a '64½, '65 or '66 Mustang convertible from the wheels up using the all-new Ford-approved and officially licenced body shell ..... more Range Rover Evoque here now 9th November, 2011 The Range Rover Evoque will be offered in both 5-door and Coupé forms and retail deliveries will commence this month. A smooth and refined all turbocharged powertrain line-up is available with a choice of state-of-the-art diesel or petrol engines ..... more Mitsubishi Mirage for 2012 10th November, 2011 The new Mitsubishi Mirage’s design focuses on compactness, affordability, and high fuel efficiency in order to fit the needs of emerging markets as an affordable entry-level model as well as needs of advanced markets for fuel efficiency and low-CO2 emission ..... more Renault adds dual-clutch auto to Megane line-up 10th November, 2011 Debuting in the Megane hatch diesel will be Renault’s new six-speed EDC (Efficient Dual Clutch) automatic transmission. This new gearbox, available exclusively with the 1.5 dCi 110 diesel engine, is a landmark addition to the range ..... more Ford Falcon FG Mk II prices announced 10th November, 2011 The most popular model in the Falcon range, the legendary sports XR6, will feature an extensive list of additional standard equipment when FG Falcon MkII launches next month, including an 8.0-inch colour touch screen multimedia centre, USB integration, 18-inch alloy wheels, side curtain airbags, reverse sensing system and projector headlamps ..... more Holden's trailblazing SUV for 2013 10th November, 2011 Due in Australia in the first quarter of 2013, the Colorado 7 will bear a close resemblance to the imposing show car when it enters production next year ..... more EarthCruiser motor home goes anywhere! 11th November, 2011 Designed and built in Queensland, the EarthCruiser is made to travel the world with a totally independent lifestyle. The EarthCruiser design is a complete module with a powered elevating roof that contains sleeping and accommodation for two or four travellers ..... more Citroen C4 Aircross revealed 13th November, 2011 Citroen has announced another Mitsubishi sourced model will join their line-up next year. The Mitsubishi ASX based Citroen C4 Aircross will be the second Mitsubishi sourced model in the French marque's line-up ..... more Peugeot 4008 unveiled 13th November, 2011 It’s the type of SUV that the world is seeking, and it’s coming to Australia. With its distinctive, stylish appearance and its 4x4 capabilities, the Peugeot 4008 is the modern response to the needs of all-terrain vehicle customers from Vaucluse to Vladivostok ..... more Volvo C70 Inscription convertible 14th November, 2011 The C70 Inscription blends distinctive exterior details such as the painted grille and black 18-inch wheels with exclusive interior features, including Sovereign Hide upholstery and a leather-covered dashboard ..... more Volkswagen's new CC for 2012 14th November, 2011 With new front and rear styling, the new improved Volkswagen CC (rather than Passat CC) makes an even bolder move towards the automotive luxury class. Its extended range of standard features has become more exclusive ..... more Abarth 500C Esseesse released 14th November, 2011 The new Abarth 500C Esseesse an all out, no holds-barred, uncompromising, high performance pocket rocket with an engine that delivers performance, a race-bred chassis that enables it to be fully utilised across a broad breadth of road conditions complete with the familiar Fiat 500 styling ..... more New Mercedes-Benz E 63 AMG sedan & wagon prices announced 15th November, 2011 Both variants of the E 63 AMG achieve exceptional performance: acceleration from zero to 100 km/h takes 4.3 and 4.2 seconds respectively (Estate: 4.4 and 4.3 seconds), and the top speed is 250 km/h (electronically limited) ..... more Nissan Maxima for 2012 15th November, 2011 Nissan Maxima 350 Ti introduces a unique Side View Camera on the passenger side mirror that allows the driver to see the front left side of the vehicle – a common blindspot – through the car’s Satellite Navigation monitor ..... more BMW X5 Performance Edition 16th November, 2011 Priced from $99,900* drive away for the X5 xDrive 30d, just 200 examples of the BMW X5 Performance Edition will be available to customers in Australia ..... more Hyundai powers up new Genesis Coupe 16th November, 2011 Although the face-lifted Genesis Coupe will not be sold in Australia, Hyundai Motor Company Australia has confirmed that the next all-new generation of Genesis Coupe will be introduced locally ..... more Holden Volt testing under way 16th November, 2011 This first Holden Volt vehicle arrived into Australia from the United States and is a left-hand drive model that has been adapted for use by the engineering team to begin in-country validation and verification ..... more Ford Mustang for 2013 16th November, 2011 Ford Mustang – the icon of American performance and style – gets even more 'street cred' with a new design and a list of smart features that signal even more technology in the popular 'pony' car ..... more Subaru BRZ Concept-STI unveiled 17th November, 2011 An STI-made lower front spoiler and rear wing magnify down-force and aerodynamic performance, while aiding stable straight driving and excellent handling at high speeds ..... more New Isuzu D-MAX launched in Thailand 18th November, 2011 As a production model, the design and specifications are indicative of what will be on offer when the product reaches Australian shores next year ..... more Audi A1 gains a 5 door version 18th November, 2011 The Audi A1 Sportback, which will arrive in Australia in mid-2012, is the five-door compact Audi for a young, urban public. The close relationship with the three-door version is evident in the design, the structure of the lightweight body ..... more Porsche Panamera GTS 18th November, 2011 The standard specification includes a 4.8-litre V8 engine developing 316 kW; Porsche Traction Management with active all-wheel drive; seven-speed PDK; adaptive air suspension; 0–100 km/h in 4.5 seconds ..... more Volkswagen Amarok Single Cab released in Germany 18th November, 2011 The Amarok SingleCab features a load bed that has been extended to 2,205 millimetres with the same vehicle length and wheelbase as compared with the four-door double cab Amarok ..... more Jaguar XKR-S convertible revealed 20th November, 2011 The XKR-S Convertible embodies all the characteristics that have always defined legendary Jaguar GTs - explosive performance, involving handling, relaxed comfort and discreet luxury - while taking Jaguar into a new performance echelon ..... more 2013 Ford Mustang Boss 302 21st November, 2011 The Ford Mustang Boss 302 is all about performance, and a nod to heritage comes standard with new paint options and design details for 2013 ..... more C 63 AMG Coupe Black Series arrives in April 21st November, 2011 Thirty two examples will be imported to Australia. The 6.2 litre V8 develops 380 kW of power and 620 Nm of torque which will produce a 0-100 km/h time of 4.2 seconds ..... more There's a new Mercedes-Benz SL coming 22nd November, 2011 Before the year is out, Mercedes-Benz will present a completely redeveloped SL Roadster. It will be made, for the first time, almost entirely from aluminium ..... more Holden Captiva (diesel) recall 23rd November, 2011 The 2.0 litre diesel Holden Captiva (Series 1) is subject to a recall. Some 16,181 vehicles are involved ..... more Ford Shelby GT500 for 2013 23rd November, 2011 The 5.8-litre V8 aluminium-block engine produces 650 horsepower and 600 lb.-ft. of torque, making it America's most powerful production V8. Oddly enough, despite the power, the 3,850-pound car is apparently exempt from America's gas-guzzler tax ..... more Volkswagen Passat Alltrack revealed 23rd November, 2011 Volkswagen's rationale suggests many car drivers who use their car as a towing vehicle for light trailers or in light off-road situations will seek a versatile, sporty and roomy passenger car that has rugged qualities ..... more Citroen DS5 arrives mid-2012 25th November, 2011 The Citroen DS5, a full-size luxury five-seater, five-door car with a diesel/electric hybrid powertrain, four wheel drive and with bold styling, arrives in Australia in the middle of next year ..... more Mercedes-Benz M-Class recall 27th November, 2011 Some 7,489 Mercedes-Benz M-Class vehicles, manufactured between August 1999 and June 2004, are subject to a recall ..... more Honda Civic Type R recall 27th November, 2011 Apparently, the wire harness was not routed in the correct location and, as such, the wire harness sheath may be damaged and in the worst case scenario cause a short circuit ..... more Toyota unveils new "86" sports car 28th November, 2011 The engine is installed front mid-ship to provide an ultra-low centre of gravity and low inertia. It is the world's only horizontally opposed engine and rear-wheel-drive package ..... more Honda CR-Z released 28th November, 2011 The revolutionary CR-Z is in a class of its own. According to Honda, it will ignite your senses and change your perception of hybrids ..... more New diesel for Ford Transit 29th November, 2011 This new 2.2 TDCi turbo-diesel engine will be fitted to the 2012 Transit range in two states of tune: 92 kW/330 Nm (front-wheel drive) and 114 kW/385 Nm (rear-wheel drive, where it will replace the current 2.4-litre power unit) ..... more Renault Koleos update arrives 29th November, 2011 Adding satellite navigation as standard to all models, and black leather upholstery with contrast stitching to the volume selling mid-specification Dynamique model, gives adventuresome families two practical and enjoyable luxury features ..... more Subaru BRZ revealed 30th November, 2011 The high-revving 2.0 litre normally aspirated four-cylinder Boxer produces 147 kW of power and 205 Nm of torque using Toyota’s D-4S direct injection and port technology ..... more Hyundai Sante Fe updated for 2012 30th November, 2011 In addition to a suite of design focused enhancements, the Santa Fe now offers Down-Hill Brake Control (DBC) on all versions except the entry SLX manual. 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