A new generation Subaru WRX STI driven by Mark Higgins has set a lap record on the fabled 59.54-kilometre Isle of Man TT road course, with an average lap speed of 187.44 km/h and a time of 19.26 minute s. This broke the previous record of 185.65 km/h set three years ago by Higgins in a 2010 Subaru [...]
Lexus has launched its new-look CT 200h Line as the proportion of the luxury hybrid pioneer's hybrid vehicle sales exceed 40 per cent of the marque's total sales.Lexus hybrids made up 42 per cent of overall sales in the first three months of 2014, against the backdrop of a 16 per cent lift in overall Lexus sales.That [...]
Turbocharged technologies have combined in Subaru’s fourth generation WRX to produce the best handling version of the pocket-rocket icon yet, at its most competitive price ever. WRX introduces a more responsive, fuel efficient new generation 197 Kilowatt FA Boxer engine, featuring Direct Injection Turbocharged technology. And for the first time in 10 years there is an auto WRX, featuring [...]
YES YES YES: sexy exterior, roomy interior, feels solid Oh Dear Me No: interior from another era, gadgets falls short of market expectations When I say cheap, I mean the fuel goes a long way but at $73,990 plus on-roads it will cost a bit to own one. The Pajero is a proper 4WD not just a mere soft [...]
Subaru and its performance division, Subaru Tecnica International (STI) have unveiled a stunning racing car development of the new generation WRX STI. The racing car will be used in the Nürburgring 24-Hour endurance race in Germany from June 19-22, 2014. It will be STI’s seventh consecutive year at Nürburgring. STI will be aiming for its third victory in the [...]
- Redesigned Compact Car Bests Four Top Finalists, Including 2014 Mazda6 - California, USA – All-New Mazda3 was today named “Car of the Year” by the editors of AutoGuide.com, beating fellow finalist, the 2014 mid-size sedan, in the process. This redesigned, third-generation 2014 model features Mazda-developed SKYACTIV Technology and emotive character lines of ‘KODO - Soul of Motion’ [...]
Video: YEAH BABY!!! 7 minutes 8.679 seconds to lap the Nürburgring YOKOHAMA, Japan (20 November 2013) – Demonstrating Nissan’s commitment to the constant refinement and improvement of its iconic performance flagship, the newly upgraded Nissan GT-R has lapped the fearsome Nürburgring Nordschleife circuit in Germany in just 7 minutes 8.679 seconds1. [...]
The new generation All-Wheel Drive WRX has arrived, unveiled at the Los Angeles Auto Show, with an array of new features, technology and sporty style. The United States specification car has a new turbocharged 2.0-litre Horizontally-Opposed Direct Injection Boxer engine, offering improved performance and lower emissions. For the first time, WRX is available with the option of a Sport Lineartronic [...]
TOYOTA 86 SPORTS CAR PRIMED FOR RALLY CAREER The highly engaging driving dynamics of Toyota's 86 sports car will be converted into a thrilling rally specialist by Toyota Motorsport in Germany (TMG).TMG will develop the rear-wheel drive 86 into an R3 rally car and make it available to private competitors, with delivery expected for the 2015 season.The car, to be [...]
Lexus has launched its all-new ES Line of vehicles after a seven-year absence from the Australian market.The all-new sixth generation ES launches with greatly improved interior space, comfort, performance, fuel economy, safety, aerodynamics, features and refinement compared with its fourth* generation predecessor.The all-new model also introduces hybrid technology to the range with the highly efficient 2.5-litre hybrid drivetrain on ES [...]
