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Renault’s Quite Koleos
The formula is simple: safe, spacious, comfort, in a tasteful exterior with a luscious cabin. Many have tried, but most have churned out the mediocre, bordering on dull. I like the ample bosom of the Koleos. It is considerably larger than the old model. Outgoing Koleos (mm) All-New Koleos (mm) Overall length 4,520…

2017 Kia Niro sets GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for lowest fuel consumption by a hybrid vehicle
Kia’s newest crossover sets lofty mark of 76.6 mpg driving coast-to-coast from Los Angeles to New York City 5979.4 kms / 3715.4 miles and only 4.1 tanks of fuel New kind of crossover boasts a number of firsts for Kia, including a new, dedicated eco-car platform and a unique hybrid system (SEOUL) December…

Fit for a champion: The BMW M4 DTM Champion Edition confirmed for Australia
Ultra-exclusive BMW M4 DTM Champion Edition confirmed for Australia Built to commemorate Marco Wittman’s 2016 DTM championship, driving the BMW M4 DTM. This follows an initial title in 2014 Australia to receive 10 examples out of a 200 global unit allocation Australian vehicles to receive commemorative plaque Direct transfer of motorsport technologies from racetrack to…

TOYOTA REVEALS YARIS WRC CAR AND DRIVERS
Toyota has revealed its new generation Yaris World Rally Car and confirmed its drivers for the 2017 World Rally Championship which starts in Monte Carlo next month.Toyota’s return to the elite rallying championship after an absence of 17 years will be led by experienced drivers Jari-Matti Latvala and Juho Hänninen. They will compete in two…

Aston Martin: featuring DB11, Vantage GT8, Rapide S and Vanquish and Aston Martin Power Boat
Vanquish S Unprecedented breadth of ability: With an upgraded 6.0 V12 engine producing 603 PS (443kw), Vanquish S tops out at 201mph, with a 0-62mph (0-100km/h) of 3.5 seconds. It has an 8-speed Touchtronic III automatic, Quad-exhaust tailpipes, and revised inlet manifolds for increased engine airflow. Enhanced performance, craftsmanship and luxury: Cloaked in…

New Generation Subaru Impreza Is Japan Car Of The Year 2016-2017
Subaru’s new generation Impreza, currently being launched in Australia, was today named 2016-2017 Car of the Year Japan. The first model to be built on the new Subaru Global Platform, fifth generation Impreza offers an array of new technologies that greatly enhance all-round safety, as well as dynamics and quality. In its first month of…

Genesis names ex-Bugatti designer Alexander Selipanov to role of Chief Designer
In line with its strong focus on design, Genesis hires ex-Bugatti designer Alexander Selipanov Serving as Chief Designer at the Global Genesis Advanced Studio, he will be reporting directly to Luc Donckerwolke, Head of Genesis Design 9 December 2016 – Genesis, the luxury automotive brand, announced that Alexander Selipanov will join the brand as…
NISSAN JUKE USES ONBOARD CAMERAS TO SET WORLD-FIRST ‘BLIND’ J-TURN RECORD
Compact crossover’s windows blacked out as pro-driver uses Intelligent Around View Monitor (AVM) technology in stunt maneuver World-first attempt equals ‘narrowest J-turn’ record by spinning JUKE in a space just 18cm longer than the car Intelligent AVM provides driver with 360-degree birds’ eye view of the JUKE’s surroundings SUNDERLAND, UK –The record-breaking Nissan JUKE…

Next-Generation Holden Commodore Breaks Cover – Brings Premium Technology To The People
First images of Holden’s cutting-edge Next Generation Commodore released Commodore takes technology usually seen only in high-end premium vehicles and brings it to the people Most advanced Commodore ever includes: autonomous emergency braking, adaptive suspension, 360-degree camera, adaptive cruise control and matrix lighting V6 flagship boasts 230kW and 370Nm, world-first ‘Twinster’ all-wheel drive…