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MERCEDES-AMG GT BLACK SERIES

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The most powerful AMG V8 series engine of all time powers the new Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series. It has an output of 730 hp (537 kW) at 6700-6900 rpm. Maximum torque of 800 Nm runs all the way from 2000 to 6000 revs. It goes from zero to 100 km/h in a mere 3.2 seconds and reaches 200 km/h in under nine seconds. Top speed is 325 km/h. All this power and torque is kept under control by active aerodynamics and a design which stems directly from the AMG GT3… Read more

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MG SUV FULL OF SURPRISES TO EXCITE CUSTOMER

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The ABC of MG goes back to 1924 and it does not tell the whole story. British sports car specialist – think MGA, MGB, MGC – is now ‘ruled’ by the Chinese state-owned automotive SAIC Motor. As a result, the company has branched out into the sports utility vehicle market and has two models, the ZS and HS, on sale in Australia, hoping to make its mark in one of the most competitive market segments in the world. The MG HS is a mid-size SUV going up against the likes… Read more

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2020 MAZDA CX-8 REVIEW

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Mazda has expanded its SUV range to five models with the new CX-8 filling the gap between the mid-sized CX-5 and large CX-9 previously occupied the discontinued CX-7. The other two models are the compact CX-3 and marginally larger CX-30. Launched here in mid-2018 the seven-seat CX-8 shares the same wheelbase as the CX-9 although it is slightly shorter and narrower while having the same width as the five-seat CX-5. Many components are unique to the CX-8. Interestingly, the CX-8 was initially only meant for the Japanese market but Mazda… Read more

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HYUNDAI i30 SEDAN N-LINE: FIRST LOOK

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In a global reveal Hyundai has released design renderings of its new i30 Sedan N-Line sport sedan. These show low and wide styling with the fascia having an edgy N-Line version of Hyundai’s signature cascading grill. There are also N-Line badging and motorsport-inspired air intake. It has side skirts and 18-inch alloy wheels, with larger brakes showing through the wheels to indicate this is a serious vehicle, not a dressed up special. The sculpted rear is set off by single twin exhausts and rear diffuser. The side mirrors, N-Line window… Read more

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LAND ROVER DEFENDER HARDTOPS

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Land Rover has confirmed the new commercial Defender 90 and 110 models will restore the Hard Top. That name dates back to 1950, when the introduction of demountable Hard Tops gave early Series Land Rovers added security and protection from the elements. Sharing its strong body structure and next-generation Electrical Vehicle Architecture with the Land Rover passenger models, the Defender Hard Top is being developed by Land Rover Special Vehicle Operations. The 90 and 110 Hard Tops will both feature independent coil-sprung suspension, with advanced electronic air suspension also available… Read more

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LIMITED EDITION: MG ZS ESSENCE ANFIELD

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MG Motor Australia has unveiled the MG ZS Essence Anfield, a limited-edition run of just 200 models. It has been inspired by the famed home ground of the iconic Liverpool Football Club and to released to celebrate the Reds win in the 2020 English Premier League competition. MG Motor is proudly the Official Global Partner of the Liverpool Football Club. The ZS Essence Anfield is available from Australian dealers from early-July. Based on the marque’s ZS Essence SUV it features a unique colour combination with either a white or black… Read more

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NEW VEHICLE SALES: JUNE 2000

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The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) has revealed an uptick in new vehicle sales during June 2020, with a total of 110,234 vehicles sold during the month. While this represents a decrease of 6.4 per cent over June 2019, it is the strongest result since the beginning of the COVID-19 crisis which saw March sales down 17.9 per cent, April sales down 48.5 per cent and May sales down 35.3 per cent. FCAI chief executive, Tony Weber, attributed the slight recovery to the easing of COVID-19 restrictions, seasonality, the… Read more

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INEOS AUTOMOTIVE REVEALS THE GRENADIER

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INEOS Automotive has revealed the exterior design of the Grenadier, its forthcoming 4×4 vehicle that is describes as, “another step on the road towards start of production.” INEOS Automotive was founded by Jim Ratcliffe chairman of the multinational chemicals company, Ineos, with the aim of designing and building a replacement for his Land Rover Defender. “The brief was simple. We set out to design a modern, functional and highly capable 4×4 vehicle with utility at its core”, said Toby Ecuyer, Head of Design. “A design that is ‘easy-to-read’, with no… Read more

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NEW BMW 220i GRAN COUPE LAUNCHED

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BMW has added to its premium compact sedan segment with the introduction of a 220i Gran Coupé. It joins the 218i and M235i xDrive that arrived in Australia in February. It uses a 2.0-litre four-cylinder BMW TwinPower turbo-petrol engine with 141kW and 280Nm powering through a seven-speed double-clutch Steptronic Sport transmission. Further control is offered by way of steering wheel mounted shift paddles. BMW’s M Sport Package is standard. BMW Oz feels many buyers will opt for the added driving dynamics Adaptive Suspension system. The BMW 220i Gran Coupé will… Read more

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HOLDEN HT MONARO ‘57D’ RACE CAR SELLS FOR $750,000

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Monaro ‘57D’ was raced by Kevin Bartlett and Spencer Martin

An Australian record was set when a 1969 HT Monaro 57D race car fetched three quarters of a million dollars at auction selling under the hammer to an Australian enthusiast. “There were seven bidders on the Holden Monaro which came down to two Australian enthusiasts who fought it out, both with the intention to keep the car within Australia,” commented Mr. Hames, Chief Operations Officer for Lloyds Auctions. The winning bidder of the famous Monaro wishes to remain anonymous. “The auction had a 95 per cent sell-through rate of cars… Read more