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>> 4/September/08 - Hyundai i20

The long-running Hyundai Getz has been a big hit, but in 2009 it will be replaced with the i20. Adhering to the Korean company's new naming convention, and joining the i30, the new compact car will be launched at the 2008 Paris Motor Show. Click here for more...

>> 2/September/08 - Lagonda Returns

Created in 1909, the classic Lagonda brand will return in 2009, celebrating its 100th birthday. Owned by Aston Martin, it will create all-weather super luxury models for all global markets. Click here for more...

>> 1/September/08 - Volkswagen World's #3 Automaker

The Volkswagen Group, which includes Audi and Skoda, has overtaken the Ford Motor Company in terms of global sales for the first six months of 2008, making VW the world's third largest automaker. Click here for more...

>> 28/August/08 - Pirelli's High Tech Tyres

Pirelli is working on a new range of 'intelligent' tyres that could revolutionise the industry. Embedded with microchips, they will communicate directly with the car. Click here for more...

>> 26/August/08 - Mitsubishi Racing Lancer

Mitsubishi has unleashed the Racing Lancer, which is set to replace the Pajero/Montero Evolution rally car, and will be powered by a new turbo diesel racing motor. Click here for more...

>> 22/August/08 - Nissan 370Z

Nissan's new generation Z car, the successor to the 350Z, is generating a lot of buzz. See how it could look. Click here for more...

>> 21/August/08 - Celebrities Flock To FCX Hydrogen Car

More than 200 customers have signed up to lease Honda's new FCX hydrogen vehicle over the next three years, including a number of high profile 'greenie' celebrities. Click here for more...

>> 19/August/08 - Batmobile

Looking like it came directly from the sinister streets of Gotham City is this backyard-made Batmobile. Summed up: amazing. Click here for more...

>> 15/August/08 - Toyota HiLux Face-lift & Pontiac G8 ST Utes

Ute News: Toyota's face-lifted HiLux has been spotted before its official unveiling, and Pontiac has finally named its Americanised version of the Holden VE Ute. Click here for more...

>> 13/August/08 - Holden Volt: Plug-In Electric Car

GM Holden could be one of the first car companies in Australia to bring an electric car to market. General Motors has indicated that the Volt plug-in electric car could be sold globally and not just in North America, and Holden's boss likes the idea. Click here for more...

>> 11/August/08 - Car Communications: Paving The Way To Safer Roads

The European Union has fallen into step with the US and Japan in reserving a frequency purely for car-to-car communication. The idea is that real time traffic updates will improve the flow of traffic in the future. Click here for more...

>> 7/August/08 - Nissan Surges Ahead With Electric Vehicle Plan

Nissan plans to have an electric car on the market by 2010, with will feature advanced battery systems being developed with technology partner NEC. Click here for more...

>> 4/August/08 - Renault Sherpa: The French Humvee

The Americans have the Humvee military vehicle, and the French have the Sherpa. Built by Renault, the Sherpa is an army vehicle built for rugged, remote applications. Click here for more...

>> 30/July/08 - Men vs Women Drivers

A new survey of 3000 people has revealed that most men think that women are bad drivers, and would prefer not be passengers when a woman is behind the wheel. Click here for more...

>> 29/July/08 - Nissan GT-R Spec V

Nissan's road legal race car, the GT-R Spec V, is lighter, more agile, and more powerful than the GT-R thanks to a range of engine, chassis, and body shell modifications. Click here for more...

>> 28/July/08 - Porsche Cayman Sport S

Porsche is almost set to reveal the new racetrack-bred Cayman compact sports car, which gets a hike in engine power and a range of chassis upgrades. Click here for more...

>> 24/July/08 - LPG Liquid Injection

More power, more efficiency and less pollution is what's being promised by a new liquid injection LPG system. It's more expensive than traditional LPG systems but claims to be cleaner and better in every respect. Click here for more...

>> 23/July/08 - Subaru WRX STI 330S

We kick off the 2008 British International Motor Show coverage with a trio of tricked out WRX models from Subary and Prodrive. The WRX-S and WRX STI 330S will rival the FQ range of go-fast Mitsubishi Evos. Click here for more...

>> 21/July/08 - World's Most Powerful Car

Propelled by a 7.0-litre LS7 V8 engine supplied by General Motors (the same engine being fitted to HSV's new W427 super car) and with various turbo modifications, an American sports car is expected to break numerous power and speed records as it outputs 1342kW (1800hp). Click here for more...

>> 17/July/08 - 2010 Porsche Boxster

New images of the next generation Porsche Cayman and Boxster have been circulating on the Internet, and while their authenticity has not been confirmed, they provide an interesting look at the new models. Click here for more...

>> 15/July/08 - Toyota "Most Respected"

Toyota has been recognised as the world's most respected company. Giving the Japanese company's top brass a huge boost, the Asian car maker bested Volvo, BMW, Mercedes and Honda in the global survery of more than 60,000 people. Click here for more...

>> 10/July/08 - BMW Jumps Starts Electric Car

BMW has outlined a plan to fast track the production of an electric compact car, which will be based on the Mini Cooper. Click here for more...

>> 2/July/08 - Volkswagen "One-Litre" Eco Car

It is being reported that Volkswagen's "One-Liter" or '1L' concept car has been green lit for production in 2010. The tiny 2-seater vehicle has a very small 2-cylinder diesel engine and uses just 1 litre of fuel to travel 100 kilometres. Click here for more...

>> 1/July/08 - Kia Green Lights New Small Car

Kia yesterday announced that it will begin production of a sporty new small car in 2009. Based on the Kia Koup Concept first seen at this year's New York Motor Show, the new model will replace the Kia Spectra in 2009. Click here for more...

>> 30/June/08 - Fuelstar Catalyst

As petrol prices keep rising, more 'fuel-saving' products are vying for attention. In Australia Fuelstar is spruiking a tin catalyst, claiming it can cut fuel costs by "at least 20c per litre (based on fuel price of $1.65/ltr)". Click here for more...

>> 25/June/08 - Honda NSX Super Car

According to Honda's CEO, the next generation Honda NSX sports car will be quicker than the Nissan GT-R. Powered by a V10 engine that transfers power to all four wheels, it could be more than just hearsay. Click here for more...

>> 20/June/08 - HSV W427

Holden Special Vehicles has confirmed the pricing and availability of Australia's first production super car, the HSV W427. A maximum run of 427 units will be built and it will be priced at $150,000. The 7.0-litre V8 makes 375kW of power. Click here for more...

>> 19/June/08 - Opel Eye Technology

The Opel Eye technology is the first of its kind, able to scan signs and inform drivers of speed limits. It also has a secondary safety function that warns drivers when they veer out of their lane. Click here for more...

>> 17/June/08 - Mazda SUV Concept

Mazda has released information and images of its new concept car, which will make its global debut at the 2008 Moscow Motor Show in late August. The sporty SUV is aimed at young Russian drivers and may be the precursor to a new compact AWD. Click here for more...

>> 12/June/08 - Ford Focus RS: Leaked?

New photos of the upcoming Ford Focus RS have emerged in cyberspace, reigniting interest in the rally-bred model. The new Ford Focus RS could be a Subaru WRX STIrival if the rumours of its boosted 2.5-litre turbo engine outputting 224kW (300hp) turn out to be true. Click here for more...

>> 10/June/08 - Subaru Liberty GT - tuned by STI

Subaru has released just 250 special edition Liberty GT models. With more power, more prestige, and more performance, the new models are priced from just under $70,000. Click here for more...