The Hummer H4 will use a shortened version of the H3 platform. It is likely to be basic and focus on off-road ability as a direct competitor to the Jeep Wrangler. It will be powered by a 3.7-litre 180kW five-cylinder DOHC petrol engine, mated to an Aisin five-speed auto or a five-speed manual.> Full Story
Mitsubishi Motors Australia unveiled its all-new Lancer Sportback hatch at the Australian International Motor Show. The Sportback joins the acclaimed Lancer sedan line-up, with similar specification and powertrain options, including a 2.0-litre, 2.4-litre and turbo-charged 2.0-litre Ralliart configuration.>full story
Mercedes-Benz's facelifted M-Class includes subtle front-end styling changes to the headlights and reshaped grille. At the rear tail-lights have a smoked glass look. M-class models continue with a range of five V6 and V8 diesel and petrol engines all linked to a seven-speed automatic transmission.> Full Story
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Mercedes-Benz has taken the covers off its facelifted A-class. With significant mechanical upgrades, such as the adoption of a new 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel. The compact car picks up revised front and rear lighting, front bumpers and a reworked grille.>full story
Nissan's redesigned 350Z coupe is earmarked for a local introduction mid-2009, powered by a 245kW 3.7-litre V6 via Nissan’s new seven-speed automatic transmission or standard-issue six-speed manual gearbox. The 370Z will be wrapped in evolutionary styling, riding on a shorter wheelbase.>full story
An entry-level super-coupe from Ferrari made its official public debut at the Paris show. Ferrari’s new 2+2 is based on the folding steel-roofed M139 Spyder Pininfarina concept broke new ground for Ferrari. The California will be powered by an evolution of the F430's 4.3-litre V8.>full story
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The first Chinese designed vehicle to be ADR certified for sale in Australia is the Lifan 520. To be imported and distributed by China Motor Franchise (Australia) Pty Ltd, the light-sized sedan will be powered by an in-house designed four-cylinder DOHC engine with pricing expected to start from $12,500.> Full Story
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Hyundai launched its all-new i20 light hatch at the 2008 Paris show, which replaces the Getz in Europe but will run alongside it here to help tackle the Toyota Yaris and Mazda2. Built in India, Hyundai is confident the i20 will achieve a five-star Euro NCAP rating. Expect a range of petrol and diesel engines.>full story
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Skoda's new flagship, second-generation Superb sedan, was previewed at the 2008 Geneva show. Based on parent compeny Volkswagen's Passat sedan, the big new Czech-designed four-door luxury lift-back will be powered by petrol and diesel engines, mated to VW’s trick DSG auto.>full story
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Mazda unveiled its facelifted MX-5 at the 2008 Paris motor show. Changes are minor, restricted to a new front bumper, a sleeker headlight design in the style of the current Mazda RX-8 and revised tail-lights. Australian sales are scheduled to commence in April 2009.>Full Story
THE poster car for extreme capitalism is, so far, immune to the global financial meltdown. Despite having two fewer doors than the regular Phantom sedan, the new Phantom Coupe costs an extra $185,000 for a grand total of $1.1 million. Australians have already placed orders for three Coupes and Rolls-Royce expects to confirm two more very soon. That will take care of this year’s allocation of Coupes, with eight more available next year. > Full Story
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To be positioned somewhere upstream of the Santa Fe crossover and away from the Terracan 4WD, the EN Veracruz will be aimed in the US at luxury SUVs like Lexus RX350, Honda MDX, Nissan Murano, Mazda CX-7 and Subaru Tribeca. Expect a 3.8-litre V6, six-speed auto and side curtain airbags.> Full Story
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Mazda will add turbo-diesel power to its Mazda6 hatch and wagon range by the end of 2008. The diesel Six's all-new 136kW/400Nm 2.2-litre common-rail direct-injection four-cylinder engine, with manual transmission only, is capable of returning 5.9L/100km. Pricing is expected to start under $40,000.> full story
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Bentley unveiled its potent Brooklands grand touring coupe at the Geneva motor show. The four-seat luxury cruiser replaces the Continental R coupe and is expected on sale locally in late 2008. The big two-door runs the most powerful Bentley engine yet, a 395kW/1050Nm twin-turbo 6.75-litre V8.> Full Story
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Kia has given its mid-size Magentis a major facelift with a redesigned exterior and interior. With refined styling features at both ends, including the grille, lower fascia, headlights and tail-lights. Power is via an upgraded 130kW/229Nm 2.4-litre four-cylinder or a 142kW/250Nm 2.7-litre V6.> Full Story
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Renault Australia will add a higher-performance diesel variant to its Megane five-door hatch range in October. The Megane Renault Sport dCi features a 2.0-litre common-rail turbo-diesel delivering 127kW of power and 360Nm of torque, with combined cycle fuel consumption of 6.5L/100km.>full story
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MITSUBISHI is aiming to at least double Lancer sales in Australia with the arrival of the five-door hatchback model. Dubbed ‘Sportback’ and priced identically to the successful CJ four-door sedan series, the latest Lancer is expected to initially add around 700 sales per month to its three-box sibling’s 1300 units. > Full Story
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THERE are few cars for $60,000 or less that make people stop and stare these days. A Mini Cooper S with a Union Jack painted on the roof might do it. An STi might have just after the launch. But the one car that is guaranteed to make people to freeze and stare (especially if they are P-platers) is a Lancer Evo. This rally legend is now into its tenth iteration with a potent 217kW turbocharged four-cylinder and a super high-tech all-wheel-drive system that is so smart it would beat you at Trivial Pursuit. It's still fast, even in the hands of a feeble driver, but the new Evo comes with features that make life easier, including an automated manual transmission, satellite-navigation, Bluetooth phone connectivity and keyless starting, while a full-suite of airbags and electronic stability control gives the Evo a new level of safety. > Full Story
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In the Netherlands it is common for elk to wander onto the roadway.Watch Bjarne show off his nerves of steel while swerving at 100 kph (64 mph) on a slippery track.Video: Volvo XC60 Elk Test
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THE spirit of the affordable, turbocharged, all-wheel drive Mitsubishi is resurrected in the new Lancer Ralliart. Priced from $42,490 and available for the first time in five-door hatchback as well as four-door sedan guise, the Ralliart is a modern take on the iconic CC Lancer GSR sold in Australia from 1992 to 1996. > Full Story
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