Australia's Easy Reading New Car News Home | News | Road Tests Lexus RC F NEWS INDEX:   April 2015 Lexus RC F Coupe released 2nd April, 2015 RC F coupe is the third Lexus to wear the F badge, following the launch of the IS F in Australia in 2008 and the LFA super car. F models are built for drivers to immerse themselves in pure driving pleasure and satisfying performance when driving on public roads. RC F achieves this with a V8 engine producing 351kW and 530Nm ..... more Avida Menindee LKS motor home 2nd April, 2015 No one can argue that the Menindee LKS doesn’t offer an extensive range of standard features both inside and out, such as the large outdoor LCD television (one of three on-board), an automatic satellite dish, solar panels, washing machine, electric entry steps, towbar, BBQ gas fitting, internal and external shower and the luxury of being able to press a button and the electric awning opens up all accentuating the motor homing experience ..... more Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake prices confirmed 2nd April, 2015 With four new variants for the Australian market, the CLA Shooting Brake combines innovative design with dynamic driving capabilities, to leave a lasting impression. Prices will commence at $52,400* ..... more Toyota Coaster updated 6th April, 2015 Toyota has focused on expanding safety and driver appeal with a number of improvements to the Coaster bus range. All three Coaster variants now come standard with a reversing camera and three-point seatbelts for all 21 seats ..... more Hyundai ix35 Fuel Cell variant in Australia 6th April, 2015 World-leading ix35 zero-emissions Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV) runs on hydrogen, burns no fuel and emits nothing but water vapour from its exhaust – range and refuelling time similar to that of a normal petrol-powered car; The next generation of Hyundai’s FCEV is targeted for introduction by 2018 ..... more Volkswagen Beetle Concept Cars 6th April, 2015 At the New York Motor Show, which began last week, Volkswagen revealed four new versions of the Beetle: these comprise two coupe and two cabriolet concepts which further extend the line-up ..... more Kia Novo Concept Car 6th April, 2015 Modern, coupé-inspired 4-door design for Kia’s latest concept; Minimalist interior design with high-tech features; Powered by 1.6-litre turbo GDI engine matched with a new seven-speed DCT; Hints at the design direction for Kia’s next-generation compact cars ..... more Mercedes-AMG C 63 S prices announced 6th April, 2015 The Mercedes-AMG C 63 S is powered by a 4.0-litre V8 biturbo engine closely related to the power unit that provides breath-taking propulsion in the Mercedes-AMG GT S. Producing a staggering 375 kW of power, the C 63 S has a fuel consumption rating of 8.6 litres per 100 kilometres (combined cycle) ..... more April Fools Day jokes from UK car companies 6th April, 2015 Tricksters will always try a prank on the morning of 1st April - commonly known as April Fools Day. Would you fall for this year's efforts in the UK? BMW, Nissan, Vauxhall and Volkswagen each tried to 'pull the leg' of the usual suspects this year! Just what did Justin Trafik, Dr. Uwe Gotobekidin, Pieter Bred, Dr. Avin A’laf and April Fulls have to say? Read all about it! ..... more Ford Focus ST: release imminent 12th April, 2015 New chassis control technologies combined with a re-tuned suspension; SYNC connectivity system with high-resolution 8-inch colour touch screen; New driver assistance Technology Pack available as an option; Pricing* from $38,990* ..... more Dodge Journey Blacktop Edition 12th April, 2015 Based on the range topping R/T variant, the Journey Blacktop Edition features black exterior elements such as gloss black exterior mirrors, front fascia, headlight housings and the Dodge split crosshair grille. Continuing the theme and complementing the exterior highlights are 19-inch alloy wheels ..... more Holden Spark for 2016 12th April, 2015 Ian Butler, Holden Director of Vehicle Performance, said the Holden engineering team had been involved in the development of the car. “Even though this is a truly global car our engineers have been working hard to tailor the vehicle to ensure it resonates with our customers in Australia,” Mr. Butler said ..... more Toyota HiAce revised 12th April, 2015 Toyota's renowned HiAce range has taken a substantial step forward with a more powerful yet more efficient petrol engine, the introduction of two new variants including a five-seat crew van, and the adoption of expanded safety, comfort and convenience features ..... more Lexus RX: new generation debuts 12th April, 2015 The fourth generation RX features a redesigned, luxurious interior wrapped in a bold and chiselled body with Lexus-first styling cues. It combines the dynamic new look with exceptional on-road performance and new safety technologies, including the new Lexus Safety System+ ..... more Land Rover Discovery Sport release imminent 12th April, 2015 Prices to begin at $53,300* (TD4 SE manual); Deliveries commence 1st May 2015; Bold and progressive design defines the new Discovery range of vehicles; Room for seven occupants, in 2+1 rows; New multi-link rear suspension for superior on-road agility and off-road ability; Roomy and versatile cabin with a compact exterior footprint ..... more Mercedes-AMG GT S due here in July 2015 19th April, 2015 Its front mid-engine concept with transaxle and the intelligent aluminium lightweight construction form the basis for a highly dynamic driving experience ..... more Mitsubishi Outlander: significant update 19th April, 2015 New-look 2016 Outlander has been redesigned and re-engineered from nose to tail to deliver a dynamic new appearance and significantly improved performance on the road. Outlander is the first Mitsubishi production vehicle to showcase the brand’s striking new “Dynamic Shield” design concept, giving the Outlander a fresh, sophisticated on-road presence ..... more Mazda 2 sedan confirmed for Australia 21st April, 2015 Returning for the first time since 2010, Mazda 2 sedan incorporates the styling of Mazda’s so called ‘KODO – Soul of Motion’ design language ..... more Maserati GranTurismo MC Sportline 21st April, 2015 GranTurismo MC Sportline Limited Edition manages 0 to 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds (Jaguar XKR-S does it in 4.4 seconds), with the sequential shift gearbox snipping 0.1 second off the 0-100 km/h dash to achieve 4.7 seconds ..... more McLaren launches its Sports Series with the 570S Coupé 21st April, 2015 McLaren has completed its three tier model strategy with the reveal of the first in its Sports Series family: the McLaren 570S Coupé. This pure sports car, with driver optimised lay out and electrifying performance, shares its 'DNA' with the McLaren Super Series and Ultimate Series that sit above it in the range hierarchy ..... more Mini John Cooper Works coming soon 21st April, 2015 John Cooper Works model launched on the new Mini's third generation hatch platform; Available from $47,400* (manual); Features Mini's most powerful engine ever; Newly developed Brembo sports brake system; Enhanced list of standard equipment ..... more Volkswagen Polo GTI returns 21st April, 2015 Boasting new, more aggressive styling and a new 1.8-litre TSI engine producing 141kW, the new Polo GTI returns to the local market with the flair expected of a GTI nameplate ..... more Nissan Navara NP300 prices announced 21st April, 2015 Nissan has confirmed the Australian pricing, grades and specification for the eagerly-anticipated all-new Nissan Navara, which will go-on sale from May 2015. NP300 Navara will be offered in four grades; DX, RX, ST and ST-X. Twenty-seven variants will be available ..... more Hyundai i30 Series II released 27th April, 2015 New look, more features and more appeal; Bold new hexagonal grille more closely aligns i30 Series II styling with all-new Genesis and Sonata; Interior upgrades include availability of internet radio and ventilated front seats; Rear-view camera now standard across the range; New seven-speed dual-clutch transmission matched to upgraded 1.6 CRDi diesel engine with 300Nm; Free-revving Nu 1.8 MPI and 2.0 GDi engines now Euro 5 compliant; Local-tuned suspension and steering for Australian conditions and driving styles; 5-star ANCAP safety ..... more Nissan Pulsar revised with Series II 28th April, 2015 Pulsar SSS turbo sedan joins line-up; Features and pricing improve value equation; Pulsar Series II range now available in Australia ..... more Mercedes-Benz Concept GLC Coupe 28th April, 2015 Concept GLC Coupé is a near-production-standard study that carries the GLE Coupé formula over into a more compact segment. The expressive show car combines typical stylistic features of a coupé with the design idiom of coming SUV generations ..... more Top of page Hear Chris Goodsell Talk Motoring On Radio & Internet ..... more May 2015 News ..... here March 2015 News ..... here February 2015 News ..... here About | Car Clubs | Great Drives | Home | News | Road Ramblings | Road Tests | Subscribe | Top Drive ©   2015   All rights reserved.   Next Car Pty. Ltd.