
Sportec RS425 Audi S4 Avant comes with a newly programmed engine control and the installation of a sports air filter coaxes a full 425 PS instead of the Audi S4 Avant standard 333 PS from the three litre V6 compressor. The maximum torque of the Audi S4 Avant has also been distinctly increased by improving the electronics. Instead of 440 a maximum 520 Nm can now be called upon. Whereas the standard Audi S4 Avant needed 5,6 seconds to accelerate from...

The all-new Holden Cruze made its Australian debut at the 2009 Melbourne International Motor Show signalling the company’s latest entrant in the competitive small car segment. Holden Cruze is the first of General Motors’ new wave of global products and enters Australia’s small car segment equipped with striking road presence, advanced interior comfort and high levels of safety features. Powered by a 1.8 litre 4-cylinder ECOTEC petrol...

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is presenting the Volkswagen Pickup for the first time in Australia at the 2009 Melbourne International Motor Show. The innovative Volkswagen Pickup made its global debut at the 2008 International Automobile Exhibition in Hanover, Germany. Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles will be the first volume manufacturer in Europe to enter the 1-tonne Pickup segment, with its high growth global potential. According to Schaller, the...

The Volkswagen New Compact Coupe (NCC) comes with fuel consumption 4.2 l/100 km and CO2 emissions 98 g/km! Incredible with top speed of 227 km/h (141 mph) and the short 8.6 seconds it needs for the classic sprint to 100 km/h (0-60 mph in 8.1 seconds). These values were made technically feasible by a high-tech alliance: a TSI engine (gasoline powered with 110 kW / 150 PS) that is as fuel efficient as it is sporty, an electric motor (20 kW / 27 PS)...

The Peugeot 308 SW is available with a wide choice of modern, high performance, economical and environmentally-friendly power trains. Eleven are on offer in total, to meet the requirements of the widest possible customer base. Five petrol engines, from 70 to 128 kW (~ 95 to 175 bhp) including a “BioFlex” option and three HDi diesel engines, including two which are fitted as standard with a Diesel Particle Filter System (FAP). They are...

Scion announced that its first limited-production vehicle for 2009, the xB Release Series 6.0 (xB R.S. 6.0), will be available at dealer showrooms in February. A 2009 xB RS 6.0 will be on display in the Scion booth at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, January 11-25 for media and public days. The 2009 xB Release Series 6.0 comes exclusively in Absolutely Red exterior paint. A unique front grille with custom black finish and Release...

With the 2009 Toyota RAV4, Toyota continues to challenge expectations and conventions. Stylish design innovations include new front and rear bumpers, chrome-plated front grille, exclusive alloy wheels, new interior fabric and enhanced interior finish. The unique Toyota RAV4 body shape, fused with advanced technology, enhanced performance and new levels of comfort, continues to redefine the SUV driving experience. The 2009 Toyota RAV4 will now be offered...

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars is pleased to announce details of a product update to the 2009 model year Phantom and Phantom Extended Wheelbase. Building on a successful sales year in 2008, the phased introduction of a number of subtle model year enhancements will reinforce Phantom’s position as the pinnacle product of the super luxury segment. Harmonising the front appearance of the car with that of the Phantom Drophead Coupé and Phantom Coupé, a new...

The strong character of Renault Mégane is also apparent at the rear where the two-piece light clusters not only continue the feature line but also facilitate easy access to the boot. The Latin influence of Renault Mégane’s elegantly sensual curves is especially visible when seen from the side. The proportions of its flanks are both harmonious and dynamic, and irresistibly suggest forward movement, as well as genuine personality and the promise...

Aston Martin has developed a new luxury commuter concept; the ‘Cygnet’ which will offer offer Aston Martin trademark design in a commuter car package based on the critically acclaimed Toyota iQ with a Euro NCAP 5-star safety package. The Aston Martin Cygnet Concept represents a creative, environmentally conscious solution, being small, yet with presence – and highly fuel efficient, now combined with the prestige of Aston Martin’s...