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Ferrari F1 drivers get a 'real' car
3rd February, 2012
The two, uniquely customised Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 models are based on the new high-performance model of the Jeep flagship SUV which is already available in North America. European and Australian markets will see the new Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 starting in May 2012 ..... more

Hyundai Veloster arriving locally
3rd February, 2012
The Veloster’s commanding exterior is echoed with a powerful and poised interior environment. Inside, the centre stack fascia and controls resemble a sport bike fuel tank with air vents inspired by motorcycle tailpipes and a floor console mirroring the seat of a bike ..... more

Holden Barina sedan arrives
2nd February, 2012
Holden’s Barina has been boosted by the introduction of an all-new sedan variant to sit alongside the existing hatch model, expanding the appeal of the South Korean manufactured small car ..... more

Volkswagen Up coming to Australia
30th January, 2012
The tiny Volkswagen Up has been confirmed for an Australian release later in the year ..... more

Mazda CX-5 diesel fuel consumption revealed
25th January, 2012
Mazda have announced that their new CX-5 powered by the 2.2 litre SKYACTIV-D diesel engine will deliver fuel economy of 5.7 litres per 100 km on the combined cycle ..... more

Mercedes-Benz announce pricing for additional SLK models
24th January, 2012
Following last year's introduction of the SLK 200 and SLK 350, Mercedes-Benz has announced pricing for additional models in the SLK Roadster range with the addition of the SLK 250 and the SLK 55 AMG ..... more

Peugeot 207 CC updated
19th January, 2012
The MY12 Peugeot 207 CC will now come with Bluetooth phone and a USB port, leather seat trim and 16-inch alloy wheels as standard equipment for no extra cost ..... more

Audi R8 Spyder gains V8 variant
19th January, 2012
Available only by special order, the first Australian vehicles will arrive in mid-2012, with a price* of $300,400* (6-speed manual) and $316,400* (R tronic) ..... more

Mini Roadster prices announced
18th January, 2012
Mini Australia has announced pricing for the Mini Roadster starting from $45,500* for the Cooper S model and $55,100* for the range-topping John Cooper Works variant ..... more

Maserati GranCabrio Sport arrives
18th January, 2012
With more power, a faster gearshift and an aggressive look, the GranCabrio Sport has given Maserati a harder-edged convertible to sit alongside the GranTurismo S and the Quattroporte Sport GT S as the performance flagships of their respective ranges ..... more

Volvo S60 Polestar
17th January, 2012
The Volvo S60 Polestar is based on Volvo’s S60 T6 R-Design and is the result of collaboration between Volvo Car Australia and its performance partners, Polestar and Heico Sportiv ..... more

Jeep Compass released
17th January, 2012
The new Compass boasts a host of interior refinements, with soft touch points and high quality materials along with improved ride and handling characteristics courtesy of upgraded steering and suspension systems ..... more

Porsche's 911 Carrera Cabriolet with innovative roof concept
15th January, 2012
Local customers can expect the 911 Cabriolet in Australian showrooms in early April 2012 – approximately one month after the Coupe arrives. The 911 Carrera Cabriolet will be priced from $255,100* with the Carrera S from $288,300* ..... more

Fiat Scudo recall
15th January, 2012
Some fifty Fiat Scudo vehicles were subject to a recent recall due to the potential of damage to the power steering electric pump wiring ..... more

Lexus LX 570 update on the way
13th January, 2012
Sporting a bold new front end and new on-board technology, Lexus has refreshed its LX 570 by adopting Lexus' signature spindle grille, new 20-inch alloy wheel design, exterior styling and onboard technology ..... more

Honda presents Acura NSX Concept
12th January, 2012
Badged as an Acura in the US, the new NSX, which is expected to go on sale in the next three years, will be developed by Honda R&D Americas and manufactured in Ohio but is developed for true sports driving enthusiasts throughout the world ..... more

Opel Mokka for 2013
11th January, 2012
“The Opel Mokka takes its strengths from traditional, larger SUVs and fits them into a modern compact format,” says Opel CEO Karl-Friedrich Stracke ..... more

Audi Q3 Vail
10th January, 2012
One attractive extra is that, in addition to LED lighting, the flashlights incorporate an infra-red heating element that can be used for warming your hands or a pair of ski boots ..... more

Hyundai Hexa Space Concept
10th January, 2012
The vehicle features eight slim, hexagonally shaped seats that fit together like puzzle pieces, maximising internal space while minimising vehicle width ..... more

Continued success for Mercedes-Benz Museum
8th January, 2012
The special exhibition 'Timeless – 60 years of the Mercedes-Benz SL' will begin on 24th January 2012 and run until 2nd September 2012 (closed Mondays). The museum is located in Stuttgart, Germany ..... more

Enzo Ferrari Museum for Modena
8th January, 2012
A museum built around the birth place of Enzo Ferrari and his first workshop will open in the Italian city of Modena, on 10th March 2012 ..... more

One million new vehicles sold in 2011
5th January, 2012
Australia's new vehicle market has, once again, performed very well with 1,008,437 new vehicles sold across the nation in 2011. This is the fourth time Australians have acquired over one million vehicles in a single calendar year ..... more

Saab now bankrupt
26th December, 2011
The financially troubled Swedish car maker had been negotiating with two Chinese companies to take-over Saab Automobile. However, General Motors (the previous owner of Saab) continued to have a say on who, if anyone, could use GM technology in Saab products ..... more

Nissan Leaf price announced
26th December, 2011
In revealing the Manufacturer's List Price* (MLP*), Nissan Australia CEO, Dan Thompson said the Leaf hatch was priced to deliver Nissan leadership in the zero emissions segment and offered 21st century technology that would change the personal mobility landscape ..... more

Mercedes-Benz E-Class Hybrids coming
22nd December, 2011
"With these two E-Class models we are now continuing our comprehensive hybrid offensive. The modular technology opens up a quick way for us to complement other model series with hybrid models", explains Professor Dr. Thomas Weber ..... more

Maserati recalls
22nd December, 2011
Previous recalls for the Quattroporte and Granturismo have occurred twice in 2009, with the Quattroporte also having a recall in 2007. Now it's time for more recalls for Maserati ..... more

Lexus LF-LC coupe concept
22nd December, 2011
Taking the new Lexus design direction one step further, the LF-LC 2+2 sport coupe will be unveiled next month in USA at the Detroit Motor Show ..... more

BMW 3 Series sedan prices announced
22nd December, 2011
BMW's new 6th generation 3 Series sedan will offer good value  when it goes on sale locally in February 2012 with increased luxury features, fuel-efficient TwinPower Turbo engines, more advanced technology and lower prices than the outgoing model ..... more

Mercedes-Benz SL for 2012
15th December, 2011
The new SL has been produced for the first time almost entirely from aluminium and weighs up to 140 kilogrammes less than its predecessor. Its highly rigid all-aluminium body shell provides the basis for agile, sporty handling that has been taken to an entirely new level ..... more

Earthcruiser Blue Dog modular camper
14th December, 2011
What makes the Blue Dog camper body unique is that it is supplied as a completed module, insulated and fitted out with air conditioning and all the interior equipment necessary ..... more


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