January 1970
Mercedes-Benz C-Class facelift spy photos
Today, CarAdvice has the first photos of the facelifted Mercedes-Benz C-Class. Wearing very little camouflage, the revised C-Class features new front and rear bumpers, a revised bonnet, new headlamps and daytime running lamps, as well as a more upright grille.
We also expect some minor updates to the interior and some mechanical changes to make the [...]
Nissan NV marks brand’s US entry in to commercial van sector
Nissan have entered the commercial van sector in the United States this week, announcing the upcoming launch of its new lineup of NV vans.
To be available in three specification grades, two roof heights, and with the choice of a 4.0-litre V6 or 5.6-litre V8 petrol engine, the Nissan NV van range is set to challenge [...]
Mitsubishi Ralliart tuning firm to cease operations this month
Mitsubishi’s long time independent tuning firm Ralliart will cease operations at the end of March.
The group has been associated with both factory-endorsed and aftermarket Mitsubishi products since 1984, but took a severe economic hit during the GFC.
Ralliart says that it can no longer afford to support its motorsport customers or develop new products. It remains [...]
2011 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Carbon Limited Edition
GM has closed the gap between its flagship Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 and the Zo6 by introducing the new Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Cabon Limited Edition model.
With production limited to just 500 examples, the Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Carbon combines the road-holding and braking of the ZR1 with the naturally-aspirated engine of the Z06.
The Corvette Z06 Carbon features [...]
Video: MINI Countryman in motion
MINI has released its first video of the soon to be released MINI Countryman compact SUV.
Abiding by its slogan ‘Life is out there.’, the MINI Countryman becomes the fourth model variant in the MINI line-up alongside the Hardtop, Cabrio and Clubman.
Source: George Skentzos
Porsche 918 Spyder production one step closer to reality
The future of the Porsche 918 Spyder, as seen at this year’s Geneva Motor Show, is one step closer to reality with Porsche boss, Mr Michael Macht, telling UK magazine Autocar that there is no one inside the company that does not want to build the supercar.
Going from sketch to showcar in less than five [...]
BMW M3 GTS not coming to Australia
It’s a blow to potential motorsport clients, but the ballistic new M3 GTS won’t be coming here, according to BMW Australia. With an enlarged 4.4-litre V8 making 337kW, running through a seven-speed M-DCT transmission to the rear wheels, the M3 GTS also comes with suspension, aerodynamic and interior tweaks to lighten, stiffen and boost performance.
It [...]
Mitsubishi Outlander RX Special Edition
Seems like it’s that time of the year again for special editions, first it was the Mitsubishi Lancer ACTiV, and today the Japanese giant has revealed details of a Mitsubishi Outlander RX special edition model.
The Outlander RX is built on the same specifications as the 2010MY LS variant but comes packed with a load of [...]
BMW confirms front-wheel drive model to sit beneath 1 Series
BMW chairman, Mr Norbert Reithofe, has told UK magazine Autocar that the German brand will be introducing a small, front-wheel drive model to fit between the BMW 1-Series and MINI lineup.
“We will be extending the BMW and MINI brands into the small car segment with new models and variants,” said Mr Reithofer.
The news confirms last [...]
Mercedes-Benz AMG unveils new 5.5-litre twin-turbo V8
Mercedes-Benz AMG has officially unveiled its new 5.5-litre twin-turbo V8 engine in a move that essentially spells the end for large displacement engines at the German tuning division.
The engine, a key part of Mercedes-Benz’ “AMG Performance 2015″ strategy, will feature in most of AMG’s lineup from early next year, making its debut in the 2011 [...]