Jeep has released the first photos of the 2014 new Jeep Cherokee, he celebrates its premiere in March 2013.At the Auto Show in New York, the new Jeep Cherokee will celebrate its world premiere, the first photos of Jeep has just been published. Situated somewhere between the Compass and Grand Cherokee SUV will be facing a completely new design line.Compared to its predecessor,...
The numbers indicate the Mazda CX-5 would have been Australia�??s most popular SUV in 2012 if it had been available for the full year. Since arriving as the replacement for the relatively short-lived CX-7 in February 2012, the Mazda CX-5 has been a formidable seller for the Japanese brand. For 2013, the CX-5 line-up is strengthened with the addition of a new 138kW/250Nm 2.5-litre...
A new, more powerful variant of the Mazda CX-5 has gone on sale in Australia, priced from $32,880. The CX-5�??s new 2.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine makes its move into the popular SUV after debuting in the all-new Mazda 6 medium car. It replaces the 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol in all-wheel-drive versions, adding $500 to the price of the corresponding trim levels. The Maxx Sport and...
BMW Australia has introduced High-line editions of its 1 Series and 3 Series coupe and convertible models, enhancing the specification and value of its small- and mid-sized two-door line-ups. Fifty 1 Series coupes and convertibles will be offered �?" 25 of each body style �?" adding up to $4000 of value with a number of interior and exterior upgrades. Available in either Mineral White,...
Suzuki has taken another step towards launching its first hydrogen fuel cell-powered vehicle, unveiling a fully operational small-scale facility capable of producing its next-generation propulsion technology. The ready-to-scale production plant opens just 12 months after Suzuki Motor Corporation and UK-based technology company Intelligent Energy joined forces to create �??SMILE...
Toyota has now revealed preliminary key figures for its new compact station wagon, the 2013 New Toyota Auris Touring Sport, which comes to the market in the summer.The Toyota Auris Sports Touring offers after a long break in the compact car segment again to a practical combination, there will be the first time in this class and a hybrid drive.The Auris Sport Touring with a...
With the 2014 Chevrolet SS unveiled its first high-performance sedan with rear-wheel drive for 17 years.The Chevrolet SS comes from the fourth quarter of 2013, following in the footsteps of the SS Caprice Classic or Impala SS, which provided for her performance and in combination with rear-wheel drive for exceptional driving pleasure.Compared to its predecessors, the new Chevy...
BMW has been forced to recall about 750,000 vehicles around the world over a defect with the cars�?? battery cable connectors that can cause the engine to stall. The recall �?" the second-largest in the German car maker�??s history �?" affects BMW 1 Series, 3 Series, X1 and Z4 models manufactured between March 2007 and July 2011. Approximately 570,000 of the defective vehicles were sold in...
It would be easy to take cheap pot shots at the Chery J3, one of the most recent Chinese-made vehicles to enter the Australian market. It may be an understatement to say Chinese brands are continuing to find their way on the quality and safety front. But while it would be a gross exaggeration to suggest this Corolla-sized hatchback signals the start of a four-wheeled �??invasion�?? of...
An eagle-eyed CarAdvice reader has snapped a duo of lightly-facelifted 2013 Holden Cruze hatchbacks being tested in Sydney ahead of its March launch. But the big news surrounding this updated Holden Cruze won�??t be the new colour palette �?" which will adopt VF Commodore colours including the �??hero�?? Fantale orange metallic shown �?" nor the redesigned alloy wheels, but what�??s under the...
Fiat 500L 1.6 MJT 105 CV500L combines the iconic nature of the 500 style with traditional Fiat design functionality. The "City Lounge", as the car has been dubbed, is the result of a very special alchemy. It is a new city car concept that redefines the compact category for the modern family in an emotional vein by expanding on a few styling features of the 500 in unprecedented forms.The model is...
2013 Toyota TS030Toyota Racing unveils 2013 TS030 Hybrid World Endurance Championship (WEC) contenderToyota Racing to run two cars throughout 2013 WEC seasonAlex Wurz, Nicolas Lapierre and Kazuki Nakajima to drive TS030 Hybrid #7Anthony Davidson confirmed to run in TS030 Hybrid #8 with Stéphane Sarrazin and Sébastien BuemiImprovements made to powertrain, chassis and aerodynamics for 2013...
The all-new Volvo V40 is charged with the unique and unenviable task of filling the shoes of three now-extinct Volvo models: the S40, V50 and C30 models. It�??s the Swedish brand�??s first five-door hatchback since the 440 of the 1980s, giving it a belated rival to the Volkswagen Golf and a raft of entry-level vehicles from Germany�??s premium-car manufacturers. The Volvo V40 only catches ...
TECHART for Cayenne S DieselTECHART Automobildesign provides Porsche’s high-torque SUV Cayenne S Diesel with its aerodynamic kit. Efficiency meets extravagance. The TECHART Aerodynamic Kit for Porsche Cayenne S Diesel presents itself to public at 83rd Geneva Motor Show from March 5 to 17 2013 in deep black metallic paint, adapted black leather interior, light green applications and 23-inch...
2013 NISSAN NOTE All-new Nissan Note will be the first model to launch Nissan's pioneering Safety Shield technology Around View Monitor system combines with Nissan Safety Shield to enhance driver's field of vision Nissan Note will be the the first car in its segment to offer high-end technologies, made affordable through innovative engineeringNissan is set to revolutionise the small car segment...
Qoros 3 Sedan Global debut of the Qoros brand World premiere of the first production model – the compact Qoros 3 Sedan World premieres of two concept studies that preview future models and technology developments Unique eight-inch capacitive touchscreen infotainment system to be fitted as standard Focus on quality, design, safety and needs of modern metropolitan customers Engineered to achieve...
The Holden VF Commodore SS V-Series shown this week has a 6.2-litre naturally aspirated V8 engine beneath its bright-orange aluminium bonnet, 0.2L larger than the engine in the outgoing VE Commodore SS and the same engine used in current HSV models. That means the Holden VF Commodore has the largest engine ever offered in a production Holden, while the VF Commodore weight loss program should...
ALFA ROMEO - GLORIA ConceptAt the 83rd Geneva Motor Show, the European Design Institute (IED) of Turin is presenting the world première of ‘Gloria’, the concept by the Master in Transportation Design in collaboration with the Alfa Romeo Style Centre. The prototype represents the sports spirit and Italian style of a brand with powerful international appeal, whose products have brought the beauty...
2013 KIA PRO_CEE’D Two new trim levels exclusive to pro_cee'd - ‘S' and ‘SE' Two engines available - 1.6 GDi petrol and 1.6 CRDi turbodiesel CO2 emissions from 100g/km Care-3 servicing package provides 3 years servicing for £329 Priced from £17,495 on-the-roadKia has announced pricing and specification details for the all-new pro_cee'd that is now available to order from Kia dealerships across...
Don�??t be fooled by its hot-rod looks and cheeky grin: the all-new Volkswagen Beetle is much more than a novelty car. This third-generation� Volkswagen Beetle, officially codenamed A5, succeeds the �??New Beetle�?? �?" the super-cute flower vase on wheels that ignited the neo-retro craze at the turn of the millennium and found more than 7000 homes in Australia before production ended in 20...
With the A45 AMG, Mercedes-Benz A-Class, the strongest on the market and completes its compact model up from down.The new 2014 Mercedes-Benz A45 AMG will be on display for the first time at the Geneva Motor Show is the new top model of the A-Class. Under the hood lies dormant the world's most powerful series-produced four-cylinder engine.The performance of the 2.0-liter 4-cylinder...
Philip Young and Paul BraceThe outright world record for driving non-stop from Cape Town to London was smashed last 2 nights (11 February) by two very daring British drivers and one very reliable Fiat Panda.Adventurers Philip Young and Paul Brace set off on the gruelling 10,000-mile trek on 1 February with the intention of raising money for the charity Farm Africa, and drove relentlessly through...
Mitsubishi Concept CA-MiEV – The Suburban EVTOKYO : February 13, 2013 - Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) will give the MITSUBISHI Concept GR-HEV*1 and MITSUBISHI Concept CA-MiEV*2 concept models their global debut at the 83rd Geneva International Motor Show which runs from March 5 through March 17 (opening to the general public on March 7). The two show models highlight MMC's next-generation...
2013 SEAT LEON SC Stunning design with striking proportions Wheelbase shortened by 35 mm compared to five-door Leon, for even greater agility Surprising practicality: rear headroom and boot space remain the same as those of five-door Leon Efficient and powerful TSI and TDI engines Amazingly high quality craftsmanship, inside and out Due to debut at the 2013 Geneva Motor ShowMARTORELL : February...
Sime Darby Motors Group has taken over distribution rights of Citroen in Australia. The change of management sees Citroen join sister company Peugeot under the same roof in Australia and ends an 18-year partnership between the French marque and previous distributor Ateco Automotive. Sime Darby managing director Rob Dommerson said he was excited to add Citroen to the group�??s...
2013 Mercedes-Benz A45 AMG AFFALTERBACH : February 13, 2013  – The A 45 AMG sees Mercedes-AMG embarking on a new era. For the first time in the company's history extending back over more than 45 years, Mercedes-Benz's performance brand is offering a fascinating high-performance vehicle in the compact class. The A 45 AMG is representative of the "AMG Performance 50" strategy for the future, which...
THE McLAREN P1    ‘Shrink wrapped’ design theme extends to the minimalist cabin    Extensive use of carbon fibre throughout the cabin maximises weight-saving    The cockpit ‘of a fighter jet’The McLaren P1™ has a clear goal: to be the best driver’s car in the world on road and track. In order to achieve this, performance and handling are key, but to extract the best from the aerodynamic bodysh...
ALFA ROMEO 4C The new Alfa Romeo compact mid-engined supercar with rear-wheel drive and two bucket seats makes its début in Geneva.The new Alfa Romeo 4C is the result of experience built up with the Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione model produced in the Maserati plant in Modena and it will be available for purchase in 2013, marking the return of the Italian brand to the United States.Less than 4 met...
2014 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEENew eight-speed automatic transmission.New exterior and interior design.New UConnect system with 8.4" touchscreen display.New three-spoke steering wheel and instrument cluster with 7" TFT display.New Selec-Speed Control and new safety features.Summit: top of the range model even more exclusive.The New 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee, that has been improved and renewed in terms...
TECHART Noselift functionTECHART Automobildesign presents its personalisation program for Porsche 911 Carrera 4 models. In line with this premiere the new TECHART Exhaust System Racing with valve control and double centre tailpipes as well as the TECHART Noselift front axle lift system make their debuts. As a tribute to the Porsche models of the 1970s TECHART shows its interpretation of the 400...
2013 Volkswagen GOLF R CabrioletVolkswagen introduces the first R-series  CabrioletGolf R with open top makes debut as most powerful Volkswagen Cabriolet ever265 PS Golf R Cabriolet accelerates to 100 km/h in 6.4 secondsWOLFSBURG / NICE : February 11, 2013 -  For  at  least a  decade now the  “R” model identifier has  referred to the  most powerful Volkswagen cars  in the compact class. So far, ...
The Holden VF Commodore that will go racing in the 2013 V8 Supercars Championship has been unveiled, following the VF Commodore reveal by only a day and beating the debut of the Holden Commodore SS production car,� on which the racecar is based, by four days. Three teams have shown off their new car for the season, the first-ever of which will include both Mercedes-Benz and Nissan...
Holden VF Commodore is out in the public domain, having made its public debut at Melbourne�??s Docklands precinct this morning. Launching as the most technologically advanced vehicle ever produced in Australia, and what Holden managing director Mike Devereux has labelled the �??no excuses�?� Commodore, the Holden VF Commodore debuts standard across the range a system that can...
With the Holden VF Commodore exterior design �??sculptural�?� has replaced �??geometrical�?� as the design team set out to replace the previous car�??s blocky appearance with a more curvature look. Two looks have been created �?" VF Luxury and VF Sport, with the latter under embargo until 12am Friday. �??Back in VE days, the surface language trend was sheer geometrical,�?� tells...
2013 NISSAN 370Z NISMO Second member of the European Nismo road car range revealed Ultimate Z features striking red Nismo cues and aerodynamic design 344PS and 371Nm of torque from 3.7-litre V6 engine 0-62mph time of only 5.2 secondsThe second member of Europe's new Nissan Nismo range has been revealed - the 370Z Nismo.Closely following the Juke Nismo, the 370Z Nismo shows what the ultimate Z ...
Ford announces Fiesta ST Race Car at 2013 Chicago Auto ShowFord Racing to introduce new OlsbergsMSE-built Fiesta ST Global Rallycross Championship (GRC) race car based off the new Ford Fiesta ST production car, which goes on sale this summerThe OlsbergsMSE Fiesta ST GRC cars will be driven by Tanner Foust and Brian DeeganFord Racing and OlsbergsMSE sign a multiyear manufacturer partnership to...
2014 Toyota TUNDRAAll-New Interior Design Combines Refinement and Improved FunctionSegment-Leading Standard Backup Camera and BluetoothAvailable Blind Spot Monitor and Rear Cross Traffic AlertEngineered, Designed and Assembled in the United StatesCHICAGO  - Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., unveiled the redesigned 2014 Tundra full-size pickup truck at a press conference at the 2013 Chicago...
2013 Ford Fiesta ST @ Ford Plant Cologne, Germany Fastest-ever production Fiesta sprints 0-62mph in under seven seconds Priced from £16,995 for sale from March/April Ford equips new Fiesta ST with 1.6-litre EcoBoost petrol engine offering 182PS and peak torque of 290Nm Stylish new Fiesta ST features unique honeycomb mesh grille, dramatic rear diffuser and, for the first time, Recaro seats as...
2013 Nissan JUKE NISMOCHICAGO - NISMO, its vision and name derived from NISsan MOtorsports, is embarking on an aggressive journey to expand its presence beyond the racetrack in key markets around the world. Already a legendary brand among professional and grassroots racers, as well as performance enthusiasts everywhere, NISMO now is applying its near-50 years of engineering experience and...
KIA CROSS GT ConceptCross GT takes Kia design in a bold new directionHints at the future of the brand's premium aesthetic in a larger segmentBlurring the line between Kia's gorgeous GT concept and a luxury crossover vehicle, Kia Motors America today unveiled the beautiful Cross GT concept at the 2013 Chicago Auto Show. The Cross GT with its elegant yet powerful stance confirms, once again, Kia's...
2013 AUDI A5 DTM    Audi in the heart of the Russian capital before DTM debut    Mattias Ekström and Edoardo Mortara thrill fans    Deliveries in 2012 up by 44.1 percent: Russia an important market for the Four RingsINGOLSTADT/MOSCOW : February 7, 2013 – On August 4, the DTM will be entering new territory to contest a race in Russia for the first time in its near 30-year history. Audi is the o...
Citroën TECHNOSPACE ConceptWith the Citroën Xsara Picasso, C4 Picasso, Grand C4 Picasso and C3 Picasso, Citroën has built a real success story by asserting itself as one of the leaders in the compact MPV segment. Citroën has sold almost 3 million Picassos since 1999. Now Citroën is entering a new phase in this segment by revealing the Citroën TECHNOSPACE concept, foreshadowing the brand’s future...
Subaru VIZIV Concept Subaru VIZIV concept vehicle to make world premiere at Geneva Motor ShowEuropean debut of the new Subaru ForesterOutback Diesel paired for first time with fuel-efficient CVTSubaru will unveil the Subaru VIZIV concept vehicle at the 83rd Geneva International Motor Show (5 – 6 March), representing Subaru’s future design direction and vision for technological innovation.The...
Volkswagen GOLF R CABRIOLETMeet the new Golf R Cabriolet, the first-ever open-top R model and the fastest-ever production open-top Golf.  At the heart of the new range-topping cabriolet is a four-cylinder 2.0-litre engine producing 265 PS, connected to a standard six-speed DSG gearbox transmitting power to the front wheels.  The new car has an electronically limited top speed of 155 mph, with ...
2013 Volkswagen BEETLE GSROnly 3,500 cars worldwideVolkswagen presents the new Beetle GSR in ChicagoSportiest Beetle boasts a powerful, 210 PS turbo engineLegendary Beetle version serves as the template for the Beetle GSRWOLFSBURG / CHICAGO : February 7, 2013 - Volkswagen launches a Beetle designed solely with dynamics in mind: the new GSR. The exclusive, powerful 155 kW / 210 PS model will take...
2013 Volkswagen CADDYLast year, the anniversary model Caddy Edition 30 caused a stir as a top model with a sporty look and the most powerful TDI engine in the Caddy range. Now the 125 kW / 170 PS TDI is also available in other Caddy models. Bi-xenon headlights are also available now in the Caddy. Both options are exclusive to the segment of city delivery vehicles and compact vans.Now, the most...
2013 DACIA DUSTER     Prices in France for the 4x2 version of Dacia Duster powered by the 1.6 16V 105hp LPG engine start from €13,350.    Filling up with LPG costs less than €30*.    Running on LPG fuel, Dacia Duster 4x2 emits 146g of CO2/km**.    The French Dacia network opened its order books for this version of Duster on January 29, 2013.To be sure of continuing to offer its customers with...
MCLAREN P1™Production-ready McLaren P1™confirmed for 83rd International Motor Show in GenevaShort video showing race-inspired digital dash readout highlights driver-focused ‘Race’ modeMcLaren Automotive press conference – 11.15 CET (10.15 GMT), Tuesday 5 MarchWith one month until all eyes in the automotive world turn to Switzerland, McLaren Automotive has confirmed that the global debut of the...
All New Suzuki C-segment Crossover - Teaser image The series model of Suzuki's all-new C-segment crossover will be making its world premiere at the 2013 Geneva International Motor Show, which will be held from 5th to 17th March. The C-segment crossover model is based on the concept car S-Cross initially introduced at the Paris Motor Show in September 2012.With its clear crossover styling, its...
Honda Civic Wagon Concept - Sketched ImageHonda today revealed its 2013 Geneva Motor Show line-up with two new concept cars, and the CR-V featuring the new 1.6 i-DTEC diesel engine. Civic wagon concept modelThe Civic wagon concept model provides strong cues for the exterior design of the final mass produced version. This new Civic derivative will further strengthen the Civic range. Honda NSX...
2013 Mercedes-Benz F1 W04The MERCEDES AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team today unveiled its 2013 Formula One car, the F1 W04, at the Jerez circuit in southern Spain. Nico Rosberg and Lewis Hamilton arrived at the official photo call at the wheel of two Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupé Black Series, the fifth Black Series model from Mercedes-AMG. Inspired by the SLS AMG GT3 race car, the new car offers...
Renault Scénic XMODFollowing on from Renault Captur, unveiled at the beginning of the year, Renault rolls out Scénic XMOD.  With its innovative Extended Grip traction control system, soft-roader looks, the brand-new Energy TCe 130 and Renault’s new design identity, the newcomer will round out the Renault Scénic line.Retaining the genetic make-up of the benchmark European MPV since 1996, Scénic...
2013 Infiniti RED BULL RB 9MILTON KEYNES, UK – The launch today of Infiniti Red Bull Racing’s 2013 car, the RB9, not only marked the unveiling of the car with which the team will defend its Formula One Drivers’ and Constructors’ titles, but it also ushered in a new era for the team. The car features a striking new livery that reflects the strengthened relationship between Red Bull Racing and...
 New Bentley Flying Spur - Teaser imagesRedefining the standards of the luxury performance sedan, the new Bentley Flying Spur is coming. Further details will be released on 20th February 2013.[Source : BENTL...
With the 2013 Dodge Dart Mopar '13 has a 500 pieces limited edition model of its compact model.The Dodge Dart is a mix of American design and Italian technology, the base of the Dart comes from Alfa Romeo. A year after its premiere, the darts has not developed into a crowd-puller, so Dodge is now trying to draw with a special limited edition for the interests of customers...
For those to whom the 477 hp of the Rapide was too little, Aston Martin is now offering the Rapide S with 558 hp.The Aston Martin Rapide combines the luxury and space of a saloon with the driving characteristics of a sports car. Now Aston Martin has the Rapide S to another version of its sporty sedan.Rapide S is powered by a revised 6.0-liter V12, whose power is 558 hp. The...
Audi R18 e-tron quattro, Le Mans 2012World Championship winning trio will race for Audi for the fourth consecutive yearTwo other teams with young and established driversThree Audi R18 e-tron quattro cars at Le Mans and at SpaINGOLSTADT/PARIS : February 2, 2013 – Audi has established powerful driver pairings for its commitment in the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC). The respective entries...
2013 Toyota TS030 HYBRIDHighlight of the season is the 24-hour race at Le MansDriver teams remain unchangedShow your true colors with the Hybrid Racing CollectionCOLOGNE : February 2, 2013 - Three wins, three starts from the pole position and the fastest lap four times speak for themselves: Toyota Racing will debut after an outstanding year again participate in the FIA ​​World Endurance...
2013 Volkswagen AMAROK 103-kW TDI replaces previously offered 90-kW TDI Better driving performance with same low fuel consumption Reversing camera, RNS 510 navigation system and auxiliary heating can now be ordered HANNOVER : February 1, 2013 – The successful Amarok pickup is getting a more powerful base engine for the new year: the previous 2.0 TDI with 90 kW / 122 PS is being replaced by a m...
Audi opens Research & Development Center for Asia in Beijing, ChinaR&D Center in Beijing reflects the strategic importance of China and AsiaAudi Chairman Rupert Stadler: “The new Audi R&D Center Asia is an important milestone in the internationalization of Audi’s R&D.”Intensified cooperation with the joint venture FAW-Volkswagen in ChinaBEIJING : February 1, 2013 - With the opening of the new...
2013 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMGAFFALTERBACH : February 1, 2013 – The C 63 AMG models are becoming even more dynamic: the AMG high-performance cars are being fitted with an AMG 6.3-litre V8 engine with increased output as exclusive "Edition 507" models. The increase of 37 kW (50 hp) now brings output to 373 kW (507 hp) with a maximum torque of 610 Nm, and is a result of a technology transfer from the...
McLaren P1™ makes a cameo appearanceThe latest chapter in the story of McLaren Automotive, the McLaren P1™, made a brief appearance this morning at the McLaren Technology Centre, driven by none other than 2009 Formula 1 World Champion Jenson Button. This formed part of the launch event for the Vodafone McLaren Mercedes 2013 Formula 1™ challenger, the MP4-28.Vodafone McLaren Mercedes driver Ser...
Infiniti JX @ vehicle assembly lines in Smyrna, Tenn.  With the recent additions of the Infiniti JX and Nissan LEAF and the future addition of the Nissan Rogue to its vehicle assembly lines in Smyrna, Tenn., the company has announced the opening of its most advanced paint plant in the world, as a black 2013 Infiniti JX rolled off the line.The state-of-the-art facility sets new standards for...