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>> 2 February 2012 - Volkswagen Introduces the Modular Transverse Matrix (MQB)

The MQB strategy represents a turning point in the design and production of future automobiles with transverse-mounted engines. The Modular Transverse Matrix standardises many vehicle component parameters – across brands and vehicle classes. At the same time, it offers access to new technologies. Full story...

>> 31/January/2012 - Audi A1 Sportsback Arriving in Australia Mid 2012

Audi recently launched the A1 Sportback in Costa Brava, Spain. The A1 Sportback will arrive in Australia in mid-2012. The compact five-door Audi A1 Sportback is emotional, individual and youthful, sporty and efficient.  Full story...

>>  20 January 2012 - New City Slickers : The MINI Baker Street and MINI Bayswater

With just months to go before the Olympic Games get under way in the capital city of the brand's home country, MINI introduces two new special-edition models to spread contemporary London style around the world. Full story...

>> 9/January/2012 - Volkswagen Post Record Sales

Volkswagen has once again recorded solid sales growth in 2011, topping all-time sales figures for the brand in Australia. Overall sales for the Volkswagen brand in Australia of 44,740 vehicles.  Full story...

>> 21/December/2011 - 2012 Motor Sports Calendars

Web Wombats Motor Sports Calendar features all the races from the Formula One, the V8's, the Moto GP, the Australian Superbike Championship, the British Superbike Championship and the World Superbike Championship for 2012.  Full story...

>> 19/December/2011 - Building a Tiny V12 Engine

Take a look at this 9 minute video of a man creating the worlds smallest V12, compressed air injected engine. Completely handmade, using traditional methods, the V12 Engine is constructed with stainless streel, aluminium and bronze. Very Impressive.  Full story...

>> 25/November/2011 - Honda CR-Z Hits Oz

The Honda CR-Z has hit Australian shores. The CR-Z features the world’s first 6-speed manual transmission combined with a hybrid drivetrain, and has a sporty aerodynamic form but more importantly is its excellent fuel efficiency.  Full story...

>> 23/November/2011 - Mercedes-Benz SL Roadster Upgrade Coming Soon

Mercedes-Benz will present a completely redeveloped SL Roadster before 2011 is out. The biggest change from the Roadster is the change in weight due to an overhaul of the materials used for the body. The bodyshell of this newly developed vehicle is made entirely out of aluminum. Full story...

>> 7/November/2011 - Ford FG Falcom MkII

Ford Australia has announced it's Manufacturer's List Pricing for the new FG Falcon MkII range. The Mk11 range has the most comprehensive package of standard equipment and features ever offered on the Falcon range. This is in conjunction with a revised pricing strategy that delivers even greater value for customers. Full story...

>> 27/October/2011 - Skoda Yeti

Yeti – the fifth and newest member of the ŠKODA family – is finally coming in from the cold. Combining all the rugged strengths of a traditional 4x4 with the practicality and running costs of a hatchback, Yeti is a true crossover vehicle. Full story...

>> 26/October/2011 - Mercedes-Benz E 63 AMG Saloon and Estate Pricing Announced

This eight-cylinder powerhouse, designated internally as the M 157, boasts a combination of innovative high-tech components: in addition to spray-guided direct petrol injection with piezo injectors, these include a full aluminium crankcase, four-valve technology with camshaft adjustment, air/water intercooling, generator management and a stop/start system. Full story...

>> 25/October/2011 - Mitsubishi Motors 30th Anniversary Edition Lancer & Special Edition ASX

It's Mitsubishi Motors 30th year in Australia and to celebrate they are releasing a 30th Anniversary Edition Lancer. Not content with just rebooting its classic Lancer range, Mitsubishi will also release a Special Edition ASX. Full story...

>> 21/October/2011 - Mercedes-Benz E 63 AMG Saloon and Estate Pricing Announced

This eight-cylinder powerhouse, designated internally as the M 157, boasts a combination of innovative high-tech components: in addition to spray-guided direct petrol injection with piezo injectors, these include a full aluminium crankcase, four-valve technology with camshaft adjustment, air/water intercooling, generator management and a stop/start system. Full story...

>> 19/October/2011 - Mazda BT-50 : All New Details

The All-New BT-50 builds on this reputation and takes Mazda's utility offering to the next level. New from the ground-up, the BT-50 now offers vastly improved levels of power and torque, class-leading towing and loading capacities and a level of features and comfort only previously seen on passenger cars. Full story...

>> 13/October/2011 - BMW Boosts Power In 5 Series Sedan Range

BMW has added a big ball of power and value to its insanely popular BMW 5 Series range with the introduction of two new TwinPower Turbo petrol engine variants, the all-new 520i Sedan and a revised 528i Sedan. Full story...

>> 3/October/2011 - Hyundai i40 Tourer Arrives in Australian Showrooms

Hyundai's all-new i40 Tourer is arriving in Australian showrooms. Designed and engineered in Rüsselsheim, Germany, the all-new i40 Tourer brings an exciting wagon alternative to the medium segment. Full story...

>>28/September/2011 -  Mazda 3 Returns To Australia

The new and improved version of the Mazda3, arguably one of Australia's favourite small cars, has finally arrived into Australian showrooms. Full story...

>>27/September/2011 -  Subaru Confirms XV

Subaru has confirmed its fun-themed XV sub-compact Sports Utility Vehicle, which was first seen during September's Frankfurt Motor Show, will definately go on sale in Australia as early as January 2012. Full story...

>> 20/September/2011 - Volvo Hybrid Models Expected In 2012

Everyone's favourite car to make fun of (and for old people to look under the steering wheel of), Volvo, have big plans in 2012 to unveil a range of electric and hybrid cars onto the market. Full story...

>>18/August/2011 -  New Engine for Skoda is Superb

The 103TDI diesel engine in the new Skoda Superb offering is exceptionally fuel efficient and works with common-rail direct injection. Driven by this engine, the Superb only needs 6.1 litres of diesel to cover 100 kms. Power output is 103kW and maximum 320Nm is delivered between 1750rpm and 2500rpm. Full story...

>>17/August/2011 -  Record breaking EV passes 1000 mile barrier

Range anxiety is a major barrier to the adoption of electric cars. Team Schluckspeckt from the University of Applied Sciences Offenburg took a giant step forward, last weekend, to alleviate the fear by driving an electric vehicle for 1631.5km Full story...

>>16/August/2011 -  The New Swift Unveiled by Suzuki Europe

The Swift Sport has come out from its hiding spot as Suzuki Europe gives the motoring world a sneak peek before its official World unveiling at the Frankfort Motor Show this coming September. Full story...

>> 11/August/2011 - Audi’s Newest Engine Reaches Innovative Heights

Audi is in the process of launching its new 1.8 TFSI engine. This new model showcases the company’s extent and development in motoring technology by building a more efficient and economical engine that doesn't compromise power. Full story...

>> 13/July/2011 - Carbon Tax Impact On Car Industry Competitiveness

The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI), has warned that the proposed carbon price will add to industry costs and undermine competitiveness. Full story...

>> 22/June/2011 - Renault Set To Electrify Australia

The first electric vehicle to be launched by Renault Australia will be the Fluence Z.E. (Zero Emission) sedan, which is set to arrive in quarter two, 2012 for select Canberra customers and go on general sale in quarter four of the same year. Full story...

>> 02/June/2011 - Holden Volunteers Celebrate At Westgate Park

To celebrate the United Nation's World Environment Day, a group of Holden volunteers, including Holden Chairman and Managing Director Mike Devereux, took part in a planting activity at Westgate Park yesterday. Over 450 shrubs and grasses were planted. Full story...

>> 20/April/2011 - Audi Hands Over First R8 GT To Customer

The first of 333 Audi R8 GT vehicles has hit the road: a customer from the UK received the keys for his Phantom Black high performance sports car today at the Audi Forum in Neckarsulm. Full story...

>> 30/March/2011 - Ford Australia Revives Mad Max Interceptor

Ford Australia, in partnership with TopGear Australia magazine, has unveiled not one, but two new Mad Max Interceptors. Full story...

>> 17/March/2011 - Walter Röhrl Puts Porsche 904 To The Test

German racing legend Walter Röhrl has just recently borrowed a 1964 Carrera (904) GTS from the Porsche museum for a nice little burn around the track. Full story...

>> 15/Febuary/2011 - Pirelli Completes Second Official Group Test In Jerez

The second Formula One group test in Jerez has drawn to a close, with Pirelli PZero tyres enjoying another faultless run over the four days of testing in the south of Spain. Full story...

>> 02/Febuary/2011 - Mitsubishi Launches Australia's First Public EV Fast Charging Unit

Mitsubishi has unveiled the first public EV fast charging unit (FCU) in Australia.  The FCU has been installed in front of the company’s Adelaide, South Australia head office. Full story...

>> 01/Febuary/2011 - Rare Museum Porsches Headline 2011 PI Classic

Rare sports cars spanning six decades are heading from Germany’s Porsche Museum to the 2011 Phillip Island Classic Festival of Motorsport from March 18-20 to celebrate Porsche's 60th anniversary in Australia. Full story...

>> 25/January/2011 - U.S Government Shows Support For BioRefinery

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has provided a $250 million loan guarantee to a planned US biofuel facility that will use the same rubbish-to-fuel technology as a plant proposed for Australia. Full story...

>> 13/January/2011 - Motorcycle Sales On The Rebound

Official figures released by the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) show that 105,766 motorcycles, scooters and all-terrain vehicles were sold last year - a decrease of 8.9 per cent (10,354 units) over 2009. Full story...

>> 14/December/2010 - 2011 Nissan GT-R 0 -100km/h in 3.0 Seconds

The 2011 Nissan GT-R has set a new acceleration benchmark, taking just three seconds to accelerate from 0-100km/h. Full story...

>> 30/November/2010 - Volkswagen to Contest 2011 Dakar Rally With New Race Touareg 3

A gruelling desert, extreme climatic conditions, high altitudes: the Dakar Rally is the toughest test in motorsport: Volkswagen is determined to bring the title home to Wolfsburg for the third consecutive time. Full story...

>> 16/November/2010 - Call of Duty: Black Ops Jeep Wrangler Comes to Life

VACC is demanding the next Victorian Government introduces a new option for paying vehicle registrations. Full story...

>> 10/November/2010 - Call of Duty: Black Ops Jeep Wrangler Comes to Life

Jeep has answered the Call of Duty in Sydney, joining forces with Activision for last night's highly anticipated midnight launch of Call of Duty: Black Ops. Full story...

>> 03/November/2010 - Third World Rally Championship Success For Suzuki Swift

Suzuki has claimed its third Junior World Rally Championship (JWRC) title in seven years after a dramatic finish to Rally de Espana. Full story...

>> 19/October/2010 - ANCAP Leading International Cooperation Project

Australia's leading independent vehicle safety advocate, the Australasian New Car Assessment Program, is actively encouraging international efforts to improve information and data sharing for consumer crash tests. Full story...

>> 05/October/2010 - Honda's Jazz Hybrid Makes World Debut In Paris

Honda plans to unveil its Jazz Hybrid to the world at the 2010 Paris Motor Show, demonstrating Honda’s continuing commitment to petrol-electric hybrid technology. Full story...

>> 28/September/2010 - Rare Brock Prints To Aid Brabham's Charity

Original photographs giving an insider's glimpse into the early life of the late Peter Brock will be auctioned at this year's Shannons 'Christmas Party with the Clubs' in Melbourne. Full story...

>> 21/September/2010 - Electric Chevrolet Cruzes

General Motors has announced a demonstration project to explore market needs and customer interest of electric powered vehicles in Korea. Full story...

>> 16/September/2010 - Holden Welcomes Caltex Bio E-Flex To QLD

Holden today welcomed the announcement by Caltex Australia that it would sell its new fuel, Bio E-Flex, at six Brisbane sites by the end of October. Full story...

>> 09/September/2010 - VACC: One In Four Vehicles On Victoria’s Roads Is Unsafe

VACC, the peak Automotive Industry body in Victoria is again highlighting the issue of vehicle safety. Full story...

>> 01/September/2010 - Honda CR-Z Scores 5-Star Safety Rating

The Honda CR-Z, is set to hit Australian shores mid 2011 and has scored a maximum 5-star rating in the latest independent crash testing results from Euro NCAP. Full story...

>> 26/August/2010 - Peugeot Offers Lowest CO2 Levels

Since late 2009, Peugeot has been progressively introducing EURO 5 standard engines across its passenger and SUV range for Australia. Full story...

>> 24/August/2010 - Kia Electric POP Concept To Make Debut In Paris

Kia Motors will continue its tradition of unveiling convention-challenging, design-led concept vehicles at motor shows when it reveals an all-new electric concept car at the Paris Show in September. Full story...

>> 18/August/2010 - All-New Kia Sportage Drives From Seoul To Moscow

A team of 13 drivers and support crew left Seoul on August 5, on a journey of 12,000 kilometres across some of the world’s most isolated country to the heart of Russia, Moscow. Full story...

>> 17/August/2010 - Special Edition Triumph Speed Triple

Triumphs legendary Speed Triple is now available in a Special Edition guise, that was first unveiled at EICMA November 09. Full story...

>> 12/August/2010 - Honda Civic Type R Staying Down Under

Honda's hot hatch, the Civic Type R, will continue to be sold in Australia despite the announcement by Honda that the Type R will be discontinued in some areas of Europe at the end of 2010. Full story...

>> 10/August/2010 - Low-Mileage Shelby Headlines Shannons Motorclassica

A genuine low mileage early Shelby GT350 (Mustang) is one of he highlight vehicles of the exclusive Shannons Collectors’ Auction being staged in conjunction with the inaugural Motorclassica at Melbourne’s Royal Exhibition Building from October 22-24 this year. Full story...

>> 05/August/2010 - Nissan Announces Two World-First Steering and Braking Technologies

Nissan has announced two world first technologies - "Electrohydraulic Power Steering system" and "Electric Driven Intelligent Brake" systems. They will be mounted on the Infiniti M Hybrid, a luxury hybrid model scheduled to be launched in 2011 in the United States and Europe. Full story...

>> 04/August/2010 - Shannons Classic at Eastern Creek

Motoring enthusiasts and their cars from around New South Wales and the ACT will be gathering in Sydney over the August 21-22 weekend for 'Display Day' - the 2010 Shannons Eastern Creek Classic. Full story...