Category: News

No comments

2021 LEXUS IS: FIRST DETAILS

  By ,

Lexus has moved from its early days of copying upmarket European styling and now gives us stunning shapes that really grab attention from car enthusiasts. Indeed from any who appreciate bold shapes in any format. The upmarket Japanese marque has given us advanced information for the 2021 Lexus IS that will launch Downunder late in 2020. The shape isn’t just there to look good, underneath these slick line Lexus tells us, “There’s strong body rigidity to aid in the elimination of unwanted noise and vibration while improving ride comfort, as… Read more

No comments

PETER BROCK: THE MOVIE

  By

BROCK: OVER THE TOP, the compelling life story of Australian sporting icon Peter Brock, has been announced with the made-for-cinema feature length documentary releasing straight to Premium Video on Demand. It will be available to rent from Friday 3 July 2020. Australian motorsport and history fans will be able to enjoy this gripping documentary on the celebrated racing driver in premium quality while at home. The name Peter Brock is not only synonymous with Australian Motor Sport, but one that holds a place of reverence in many Aussie households. In… Read more

No comments

NEW MAZDA BT-50 UTE: FIRST DETAILS

  By ,

Mazda Australia has provided details for its latest Mazda BT-50 ute. In a major change of direction the new BT-50 has been developed in partnership with Isuzu – the outgoing model was done in partnership with Ford. Using the Mazda Kodo design BT-50 has sweeping crease lines running from the front grille to the mirrors then onto an unbroken centre line that flows from front to rear. Inside, Mazda BT-50 has supportive seats in a wide cabin with a large touchscreen infotainment system with functionality including wireless Apple CarPlay and… Read more

No comments

PORSCHE CAYENNE GTS V8

  By ,

Porsche has added the Cayenne GTS and Cayenne GTS Coupé to its SUV line-up. Instead of the 3.6-litre V6 biturbo engine from its predecessor there’s now a V8 under the bonnet of the Cayenne GTS. This makes a return to the V8 GTSs of the past. Great news for all Porsche lovers who believe there’s no substitute for cubic inches. With an output of 338 kW and 620 Nm of torque, the 4.0-litre biturbo engine lets both GTS models sprint from zero to 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds when teamed… Read more

No comments

MORE DYNAMIC LEXUS LC COUPE

  By ,

In early May we wrote a Lexus news story that provided us with details of the changes to its upmarket LC Coupe. Pricing wasn’t provided at the time, but has now done so with the V8-powered LC 500 priced from $194,747 and the flagship self-charging hybrid LC 500h from $195,165. LC 500 and LC 500h customers can further select a $15,000 Enhancement Pack that provides lightweight carbon-fibre additions and more focused handling for the keen driver. Repeated below is our original news piece: The 351kW 5.0-litre naturally aspirated V8 petrol… Read more

No comments

FORD FOCUS: UPCOMING UPGRADES

  By

Ford Australia has provided advance information on equipment upgrades and specification improvements on the new Focus that will arrive here in December 2020. Ford Focus line-up will consist of the Focus ST-Line and Focus Active models, which sit below the recently-launched Ford Performance-developed Focus ST. Both are powered by the 134kW/240Nm 1.5-litre turbocharged Ford EcoBoost engine that sits beside an eight-speed automatic and drives the front wheels. FordPass Connect is standard on the updated Focus ST-Line and Active models. It provides remote vehicle lock and unlock. The FordPass App include… Read more

No comments

KIA PICANTO REFRESHED

  By ,

Kia Picanto has received a comprehensive enhancement to exterior design in the sporty GT-Line and GT. The front has been revised to them a more purposeful design. The Kia ‘tiger-nose’ grille has a more assertive appearance, as has the lower air intake.The rear bumper design is new and there are dual exhaust tips. The entry level Picanto S model has upgraded MFR halogen headlights with the GT-Line and GT featuring Projection halogen headlights, with a sculptured front foglights. As a final styling tweak, the GT-Line and GT models ride on… Read more

No comments

FCAI COMMENDED THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT’S DECISION TO EXTEND INSTANT ASSET WRITE-OFF

  By

The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) has commended the Federal Government’s decision to extend the $150,000 instant asset write-off for an additional six months, through to 31st December 2020. The extended time frame will allow Australian businesses with an annual turnover of less than $500 million to support their operations through continued investment in business assets. Spending which will be a key component to Australia’s post Covid-19 economic recovery. Given the extraordinary economic circumstances facing many sectors in Australia, including the automotive industry, the FCAI has been calling on… Read more

No comments

AUDI’S FIRST ALL ELECTRIC VEHICLES

  By ,

Audi Australia has provided details of the company’s first-ever all-electric vehicles, the Audi e-tron and e-tron Sportback. They will be available with two battery variants incorporating significant new technology. Both have electric motors on the front and rear axles and use a liquid-cooled lithium-ion battery to store the electrical energy. Audi e-tron 55 quattro produce 300kW of power and 664Nm of torque. The 0-100km/h sprint takes 5.7 seconds, with a governed top speed of 200 km/h. The e-tron 50 quattro variants, with 230kW/540Nm, still offer strong performance, reaching 100 km/h… Read more

No comments

NEW JEEP COMPASS MODELS FOR 2020

  By ,

Jeep has added two additional models to its Compass range; the Night Eagle and range-topping S-Limited. The lowest cost model in the range is now the Jeep Compass Night Eagle. It’s powered by a 2.4-litre Tigershark petrol engine driving through a six-speed automatic. It’s the only front-wheel-drive model within the range. It rides on 18-Inch black alloy wheels and sleek black chrome appointments which lift the style of the exterior. Night Eagle also has deep tinted privacy glass and roof rails. Inside is an 8.4-inch Uconnect touchscreen with Apple CarPlay… Read more