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NEWS INDEX: June 2014
Lexus NX: a new SUV coming
1st June, 2014
Local launch of NX hybrid and turbo confirmed; First Lexus
in luxury compact cross-over segment; Sharply styled for urban and active lifestyles; Two engines, two
transmissions, FWD and AWD; Safety innovations include panoramic view monitor .....
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Trident Iceni: runs on old chip oil!
1st June, 2014
With an ability to run for 2,000 miles on a single tank of
mineral or bio-diesel, the Iceni uses torque multiplication technology to achieve a unique combination of speed,
power and fuel efficiency. Two new models in the Iceni range are now available in the UK, the Iceni Magna
(fastback) and Iceni Venturer (estate) .....
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Maserati Quattroporte diesel arrives
2nd June, 2014
Maserati has added a diesel powered luxury saloon to the Quattroporte
line-up. It arrives with an opening price point from $198,800* .....
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Audi's next RS7 revealed
3rd June, 2014
In this newest guise, Audi has further honed the RS 7
Sportback. The large five-door coupé comes with new LED headlights and even more enhanced infotainment
features. With 412 kW and 700 Nm of torque .....
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Out the door: 10,000 Toyota 86s
5th June, 2014
The 10,000th Toyota 86 was sold in Australia late last month at
virtually the same time as the sports car was making its 100,000th sale globally .....
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Honda Odyssey earns Five Stars with ANCAP
10th June, 2014
"The Odyssey’s safety credentials are impeccable," said Honda
boss Stephen Collins. "It features ... a multi-view rear camera, Hill Start Assist, Daytime Running Lights, VSA, six
airbags including full length curtain for the third row, Tyre Deflation Warning System and Honda’s Advanced
Compatibility Engineering body structure" .....
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Toyota release sporty Camry
11th June, 2014
Styling updates for Camry RZ that provide an emotional link to the
86 GTS and Corolla ZR hatch start with Inferno Orange premium paint, which has never previously been offered on
Camry .....
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Kia Sportage updated
12th June, 2014
Across the petrol range the new Sportage will benefit from an upgrade
to the more sophisticated and efficient 2.0-litre GDI powerplant. The popular 2.0-litre variable geometry turbo
diesel R-Series will continue in the AWD models .....
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Nissan's next-generation Navara
12th June, 2014
New ute follows Nissan’s 80-year history of truck experience;
Engineered for greater durability and more efficient performance; Designed for productivity, style, comfort and
convenience; Due in Australia in early 2015 .....
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FPV GT F revealed
12th June, 2014
351 kW supercharged 5.0-litre V8 engine; Most powerful GT
sedan ever produced by Ford Australia; Engine overboost function provides 15 per cent more power .....
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Honda Jazz: new model here next month
12th June, 2014
All-new Jazz will be available in three variants, all powered
by a 1.5 litre i-VTEC engine delivering 88 kW of power and 145 Nm of torque. It features a new CVT from
Honda’s Earth Dreams Technology series for enviable fuel economy of 5.8 litres per 100 kilometres .....
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Jeep's all-new Cherokee released
15th June, 2014
New model redefines Jeep's mid-size SUV with all-terrain ability,
improved fuel efficiency, new technology and new safety systems; First in segment with nine-speed automatic
transmission; First Jeep built on Chrysler Group’s CUS-wide (Compact US) platform; Made in Toledo, USA; Five-star
ANCAP rating; Available in four models with prices starting at $33,500* .....
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BMW i3 price announced
16th June, 2014
BMW i3 from $63,900*, BMW i3 with range extender from $69,900*;
Available in several Australian BMW dealerships from November 2014 .....
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BMW i8 price announced
16th June, 2014
High performance and efficient plug-in hybrid drive train;
Exceptionally high level of standard specification; Pricing from $299,000*; deliveries begin March 2015 .....
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Audi S3 sedan released
17th June, 2014
2.0 TFSI with 206kW/380Nm, accelerating from 0-100km/h in 5.0sec;
compact luxury sports sedan from $62,200* .....
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Stealth Pack for Range Rover Sport
17th June, 2014
Distinctive new look for model; Optional new exterior design finish extends
the appeal of the Range Rover Sport, offering customers even greater choice .....
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Performax gain ADR compliance for their F-250 conversion
18th June, 2014
The first Performax-built right-hand drive examples of America's most
popular truck are expected to be delivered in August at prices starting at less than $100,000* .....
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Lexus Coupe confirmed for Australia
18th June, 2014
RC 350 will feature an all-alloy direct and port-injected
3.5-litre V6 with 234kW of power and 380Nm of torque; RC 350 will feature a 5-litre V8 with in excess of
330kW and 520Nm of torque .....
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Nissan Qashqai prices confirmed
22nd June, 2014
New generation Qashqai set to replace Dualis; Both petrol and diesel
engine versions available next month; Bold styling and innovative technology; priced from $25,850* .....
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Mercedes-Benz S-Class range expanding
22nd June, 2014
Mercedes-Benz is now offering more S-Class sedan models;
S 300 BlueTEC Hybrid, S 400 Long Wheelbase, the high-performance S 63 AMG (LWB) and the luxurious S 600
(LWB) flagship model are beginning to arrive locally .....
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Jaguar XFR-S Sportbrake about to debut
22nd June, 2014
Like other XF estate car models, the new high performance Jaguar XFR-S
Sportbrake isn't intended for an Australian release .....
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Audi A4 quattro line-up revised
23rd June, 2014
Revised pricing* structure for quattro models; New A4 S
line range deliver sporty looks; 3.0 TFSI and 3.0 litre TDI engines discontinued in A4 .....
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Ferrari's one-off F12 TRS
23rd June, 2014
Based on the F12 berlinetta, the unique car was developed at a
client’s request as an extreme, two-seater, open-top sports barchetta .....
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Mini Cooper 3rd generation released
24th June, 2014
Larger and more powerful; New three cylinder engines for the Cooper petrol
and diesel variants; now priced from $26,650* .....
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High visibility Lexus working with NSW Police
24th June, 2014
Launched as part of the commencement to the official ski-season,
Lexus GS and RX 450h models will patrol the state's Southern Region, stretching from the Royal National Park on
Sydney's outskirts through to the snowfields .....
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SOLD: 1973 Volvo 1800ES for $92,400 (USD)
24th June, 2014
This 1800ES has spent its entire life in Keene, New Hampshire, and
been used very little by its three owners, the first of them keeping the car for 27 years .....
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Jaguar F-TYPE Project 7
25th June, 2014
Jaguar confirms F-TYPE Project 7; Right hand drive not yet confirmed;
Deliveries begin from mid-2015; Jaguar’s most powerful production model; Exclusive run of up to 250 units; Hand-built by
Special Operations team; 5.0-litre supercharged V8 petrol engine; 0-100 km/h in 3.9 sec .....
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McLaren 650S
26th June, 2014
Bespoke design inspired by the recent MSO Concept car; Just 50
examples to be available globally; Coupe and Spyder to be offered .....
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Skoda Rapid released
26th June, 2014
Skoda add a small hatchback to their line-up; priced from $18,990*
(manual) and $21,890* (automatic) .....
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Fisher-Price's Ford F-150
26th June, 2014
The ride-on toy, which retails in America starting at $349.99 (USD)
beginning in September, was inspired by the 2015 Ford F-150. There is room on board for two small children .....
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Range Rover Sport SVR
26th June, 2014
404kW Range Rover Sport SVR prototype will complete the hill course at
the Goodwood Festival of Speed ahead of 2015 release .....
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Next Mercedes-Benz CLS unveiled
29th June, 2014
The revised CLS 4-door and the CLS Shooting Brake feature
a honed front section; upgraded interior boasts lots of new handcrafted details, combining contemporary
luxury with passionate sportiness; ground-breaking technical innovations include precision LED modules and
9G-TRONIC 9-speed automatic transmission, powerful engines, intelligently networked driver assistance and
safety systems .....
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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe released
29th June, 2014
New BMW 4 Series variant; 420i, 420d, 428i and 435i now available,
priced from $70,000* .....
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Renault-Nissan and Daimler establish a 50:50 joint venture
29th June, 2014
Teams will develop next-generation compact vehicles for both Mercedes-Benz
and Infiniti; New plant add annual capacity of 300,000 vehicles when fully operational; Companies will split investment
costs of approximately €1 billion 50/50 .....
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