Subaru BRZ in Australia

The Subaru BRZ is one half of a compact sports car joint project shared with Toyota – and since dubbed the “Toyobaru” by the industry. It was revealed in production guise for the first time at the 2011 Tokyo motor show last month, along with the Toyota 86.

Both cars will be built by Subaru in Japan. The Toyota 86 and Subaru BRZ are virtually identical, including copycat exterior styling bar the odd detail.

The platform is derived from the Impreza small car’s underpinnings and is powered by a Subaru 2.0-litre horizontally opposed “boxer” four-cylinder engine but featuring Toyota direct fuel injection technology.

Subaru BRZ Price

Toyota Australia is expected to price the 86 from between $35,000 and $40,000 when it lands in mid 2012.

2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost EWB coming in March 2012

2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost EWB powered by a twin-turbo 6.6-litre V12 which produces 420kW and a healthy 780Nm, all running through the ultra-smooth ZF eight-speed automatic. The EWB gains an additional 170mm of rear legroom, and was built in response to the region’s demand for a Ghost with even easier access through the rear doors. It only weighs an extra 35kg over the standard Ghost.


2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost EWB Price

It will arrive in Australia with a price tag of around $750,000.

Volvo S60 Polestar extended preview

Polestar has been Volvo’s official motorsport partner since 1996, and with their considerable experience in developing Volvo race cars for competition in both the Swedish Touring Car Championship (STTC) and the World Touring Car Championship (WTTC), offer Performance enhancing packages for selected Volvo production series models.

S60 Polestar Price

The S60 Polestar will be priced from $82,990 and carry a full 3-year unlimited km factory warranty with 3 years free roadside assistance and a service interval of 15,000 kilometres.

Volvo Car Australia will introduce the S60 Polestar, which is essentially a factory-tuned version of the S60 T6 packing a modest increase in power and torque, but without affecting the fuel consumption over the standard model. Power goes from 224 kW to 242 kW, and torque rises to 480 Nm from 440 Nm.

2012 Honda CR-V hold off new rivals?

the CR-V's styling is handsome and gives the impression the vehicle is bigger than it is. It's about an inch shorter than the previous version, but otherwise the same.

The new model's "presence" keeps you from feeling as if you bought the pee-wee model, and instead lets you revel in owning an SUV of apparent substance. Satisfying.

Mileage is up significantly, as much as four miles per gallon better, depending on model and equipment, resulting in a 31-mpg highway rating on the most fuel-efficient version, which looks good in ads. Good mpg gives a patina of social concern and engineering expertise, even if you don't hit the sticker numbers in your driving. (And, of course, Test Drive didn't.)

The interior, previously criticized as plain, even cheap, got enough upgrading to surfaces, layout and trim that it now seems fine. Won't wow you, but isn't a reason not to buy.

2012 Honda CR-V

Bugatti’s Veyron Grand Sports : Dubai Motor Show

Of the 150 examples of the Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport earmarked for production, only 45 of them have been accounted for. Haute Living takes a closer look at the three spectacular Bugattis that made it to the Dubai Motor Show.

The original Bugatti Veyron has ended its production phase, but that doesn’t mean the end of the Veyron altogether. One hundred and fifty examples of the Grand Sport have been scheduled for production and only 45 of those have been accounted for, leaving 105 examples still available for order.

Bugatti offers a nearly endless array of customization options for both inside and outside of their cars. To demonstrate what they can do to a Veyron, Bugatti has brought three specially outfitted examples to the Dubai Motor Show.

Chevrolet Unveils 2012 Corvette Daytona

Chevy has pulled the wraps off its 2012 Corvette Daytona Prototype, a mid-engine racer designed to compete in the Grand-Am Racing Series.

The car is a joint effort that involved Chevrolet, Pratt & Miller, Riley, Coyote, Dallara, and Grand-Am officials. The end result is a bona-fide race car with a number of unmistakable Corvette cues, including the traditional twin flag logo, hood design, and quad taillights. The car will allegedly be powered by a 5.0-liter small-block V-8, which is placed aft of the passenger cabin.

“Racing and performance are the founding principles of Chevrolet, and bringing the Corvette Daytona Prototype to Grand-Am is a tremendous opportunity,” said Jim Campbell, Chevrolet vice president, Performance Vehicles and Motorsports. “The opportunity for innovation is what makes the Daytona Prototype Class such a good fit for Chevrolet.

BMW Electric Car I3 and Hybrid I8 in 2013

BMW i8 plug-in hybrid

After BMW reportedly designing incentive electric-powered cars and plug ins that are named after the sub brand ‘i’, now BMW has officially revealed about the car.

Both are BMW I3 using stun pure power, and BMW I8 plug-in hybrid vehicles, namely cars powered combination of conventional engine and electric motor. BMW I3 and BMW I8 will be produced at BMW’s plant located in Leipzig, eastern Germany.

One of the interesting things observed, it turns out BMW in cooperation with Audi AG – Another German luxury car manufacturer – to work on the source of electrical power for the BMW I3. Electric motors and batteries are the exact same car with Audi E-tron, namely the Audi R8 is electrically powered and will appear in the market by 2012.

Both i3 and i8 will be built in BMW’s Leipzig plant, which will receive 400 million euros of investment. Development and production synergies will be achieved as both vehicles will share component sets for the electric motors, power electronics and lithium-ion batteries. It will primarily focus on smartphone applications such as the MyCity app which provides users with information on public transportation, parking availability, and local entertainment. Additional information will be announced at the Geneva Motor Show

BMW 7 Series “UAE Edition”

To commemorate the 40th Anniversary of the unification of the United Arab Emirates, BMW launched a limited edition 7 Series model at the 2011 Dubai Motor Show.


The company says will only produce 40 units of the “special” 7er which will be sold through the Emirates two BMW importers: AGMC and Abu Dhabi Motors.


The 7 Series “UAE Edition” uses the 750Li model as a base and to distinguish them from the standard model, BMW will offer the limited edition in the exclusive Marakesh Brown exterior color. Inside, a Merino Platinum leather is offered with the UAE emblem on the headrest, iDrive button and dashboard. At the rear, a chrome trim is engraved with “40 years UAE limited edition.”

First Look: Cadillac XTS

Fifteen years ago, we'd have been hard-pressed to believe that Cadillac could build SUVs that appear in rap songs or performance cars that can keep up with BMWs. We probably wouldn't have predicted a station wagon, either. On the other hand, we'd have been aghast to learn that Cadillac could neglect the traditional full-size sedan, as it has for most of the last decade. That will change starting this spring, when Cadillac launches the XTS, which debuts in production form this week at the Los Angeles auto show.

Changing needs

To better understand what the XTS is -- and isn't -- it's helpful to remember what was going on when the project started a short three years ago.

Cadillac had just introduced the second-generation CTS and had been considering several plans for a larger car -- rumors abounded that Bob Lutz wanted a six-figure flagship based on the 2003 Sixteen concept. Then the economy collapsed, and General Motors quickly ran short of cash.

"It was leading into some financial crisis that changed plans - the world changes, customers' needs change," says Cadillac product director Hampden Tener.

In other words, Cadillac wasn't going to mount a full-on assault on the likes of the BMW 7-series and the Mercedes-Benz S-class as it -- and many luxury-car buyers - stared down the barrel of a crippling recession. And yet the brand urgently needed a new full-size sedan. The rear-wheel-drive STS was failing to attract many new buyers into showrooms, and the antediluvian DTS was actually scaring them away.

2013 Cadillac XTS

2013 Audi A8 Facelift Will Be Introduced Next Year

Various sources indicate that the 2012 Audi R8 really restyled 2013 model and is bigger than you might think when it comes to power.

As the power is not sufficient, the model also has some updates to the exterior design. The facelift will R8 V8 4.2 liter engine capable of delivering 444 horsepower to 20 horsepower.

Power is sent to the wheels through a 7-speed dual-clutch S-Tronic speed and as mentioned above, there is no power sent to the current model. The 5.2-liter engine will remain the same, but the energy produced will increase to 533 horses.

Under this model will be released the next day, she will be the GT and GT Spyder. More information on these will present as soon as they are published.

ABT Has Introduced A New Program For The Facelift VW Tiguan

ABT Sportline presented their program for Volkswagen Tiguan Facelift today.

Like most of the time, the German tuner and focus on the visual properties of a small SUV is no exception. The Tiguan has a 2.0-liter TDI engine, available in two versions. One who is capable of producing 170 hp / 125 hp and 195 hp / 143 kW. Hp 1.4-liter TSI with 210 / 154 kW. VW Tiguan 2.0-liter TSI facelift has two options, one of which can produce power 210 / 154 kW or 250 hp / 184 kW.



When it comes to aerodynamics package, it is important to know that includes the grille, door strip attachments, rear spoiler, rear skirt, along with, which is the tailpipes.

The price of this model is still unknown.

Audi A7 Received A Power Kit From Senner

The Audi A7 received a power kit for new Senner. The company presented its tuning program for the Audi A7 Sportback has a V6 3.0-liter TDI diesel. The original version is capable of delivering 180 kW / hp, 245 and 500 Nm of torque. Well, nobody can complain that it is enough for any pilot.

Son on the other hand, offers more than those who are not happy with what they have. The new power kit allows the engine to deliver 225 kW / 306 hp and 620 Nm of torque. As the standard model has a speed limit, with the program Senner this limit can be removed.

After that, the car can reach a top speed of 280 km / h and can accelerate from 0 to 62 mph in less time than the model of the plant.

First Picture Of 2012 Renault Twingo Revealed

2012 Renault Twingo today by Renault, of course, images. The real start will be at the Frankfurt Motor Show to be held in mid-September.

The French car manufacturer was a little reserved with the details, except with pictures.

A closer look you can see that the model is larger and seems to have more balance. When it comes to their logo and here is the same story every time.

Each model, visible logo to keep getting bigger. In a sense, it's really fun. Who knows where they cease to add it.

The new car has a new front end and new headlights and fog lights. In addition, a new grille and larger wheel.

That's it for today, we'll keep you posted as new information will be released.

Audi unveils A7 Sportback quattro

Audi is getting ready for the winter season with new all-wheel drive additions to its A7 Sportback range.

The German manufacturer has equipped the Quattro model with its 'entry level' V6 TDI engine. Buyers can reserve the Audi A7 Sportback 3.0 TDI Quattro from August.

A standard trim will also be offered for this engine, which means prices for the A7 range will now start lower than before, from £39,995.

Available only with the front-wheel-drive and eight-speed multitronic continuously variable transmission until now, the engine in the standard 3.0-litre TDI form will power the Sportback from 0-62mph in 7.4 seconds.

It promises maximum speed of 146mph, with a fuel economy of 55.4mpg and CO2 emissions at 135g/km.

Audi A5 and S5 will get this facelift for 2013

The Audi A5 and S5 coupes and cabriolet will be freshened for 2013 with most of the changes on the exterior -- the most obvious being a restyled front end with cues from the new A7 that just went on sale.

Up front, the A5's new headlights (xenon option), redone LED running lights, new bumper and new fog lights are more chiseled and closely match its 2012 A6 and A7 siblings. The rear lights also have been redesigned, too, but the changes in the rear are less dramatic changes than those up front.


The biggest change in powertrains is that the S5 gets a news engine. Gone will be the 4.2-liter V-8 that's been available since the S5's launch as a 2008 model. While we'll miss the burly sounds of the 354-horsepower V-8, we like the new engine: the 333-hp., 3.0-liter supercharged V-6 that currently powers the A6 and A7. Performance all-wheel drive with torque vectoring will be standard.

The A5 retains the 211-hp, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder mated to a six-speed manual or CVT automatic transmission and available with front or all-wheel drive. An Audi representative tells our friend Joe Bruzek of Cars.com's Kicking Tires that the new 272 hp., supercharged 3.0-liter that will be found in European A5 models isn't U.S.-bound at the moment.

2012 Ford Focus Review and Specs

2012 Ford Focus Electric Review

Ford has started the project of electric cars since 2009 via the event the Frankfurt Motor Show, and has launched a series of prototype electric car-based models in the market. One of the show in 2009 is BEV with 134 hp electric motor powered and able to travel 161 km.

Focus Electric introduces new features and technologies – including a unique version of the MyFord Touch driver connect system especially for electric vehicles, a new value charging feature powered by Microsoft and a smartphone app called MyFord Mobile that helps plug-in owners control their vehicles remotely.

2012 Ford Focus Electric Interior

It is estimated that Ford would borrow key elements from BEV to embed in the Focus this electric. The difference if BEV battery using Lithium-Ion battery materials, the Focus will be using Lithium Polymer.

Jaguar XF 2012

The Jaguar XF was awarded because of its dynamic capabilities and looks dramatic. Sheetmetal revisions to the grille, bonnet and front wings incorporating new triangular side vents give the car a more muscular, purposeful appearance.

The headlamps now incorporate the bi-function HID xenon That technology allows Them to be much slimmer and more compact while still Providing outstanding beam resolution. They also incorporate LED daytime running lights Arranged in a distinctive Jaguar ‘A-Blade’ signature pattern for instant recognition. These new units are now full-LED for stop, light and indicator functions and give the Jaguar XF a distinctive night-time signature rear. Separating Them is a revised boot lid finisher with a gloss black lower edge for a cleaner appearance. The boot also features power closures on all models.

Jaguar XF 2012-Front Angle View

Jaguar XF 2012-Front Side View

2012 Jaguar XFR

The Jaguar XFR has a revised design of sheetmetal to the wing grille, new hood vents and front side of the triangle gives the car combines looks, more muscular purpose.

Headlights bi-xenon HID function now incorporates technology that allows them to much slimmer and more compact while still delivering outstanding resolution beams. Tail lights have been completely refurbished and is now expanding into the middle of the boot lid. The new units are now full-function LED to stop, lights and indicators and provide a signature Jaguar XF typical night back. Separating them is a revised boot lid finisher with the bottom edge of the gloss black for a clean appearance. Closure of the boot also features on all models.

Jaguar XFR 2012-Front Angle View

Jaguar XFR 2012-Front Side View

Jaguar XFR 2012-Side View

Jaguar XFR 2012-Interior View

Jaguar XFR 2012-Rear Angle View

Audi TT RS 2012

The Audi TT RS 2012 is powered by the 2.5 liter turbocharged five-cylinder TFSI engine that generates 360hp and 343 lb-ft of torque. The Audi TT RS shoots from standstill to 60mph in just 4.1 seconds and has a top speed of 174mph, which makes it the fastest in its class. The price tag for this highly anticipated Audi will be $56,850 which excludes destination charges, taxes, title, options and dealer charges.