Indonesia to change fuel subsidies before end of year
Seems we're not the only ones in the region planning to rationalise fuel subsidies of late - according to Reuters, Indonesia's new government is set to make changes to its petrol and …
Hyundai’s motor integrated six-speed auto for hybrids
Hyundai has announced a new six-speed automatic transmission for hybrid electric vehicles (HEV) at the company’s annual International Powertrain Conference in Namyang, South Korea. The new six-speed automatic gearbox integrates the electric …
VIDEO: Honda Civic Type R stars in ‘The OtheR Side’
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ov6Zq_bp6c The hotly-anticipated return of the Honda Civic Type R is coming next year, and to hype the launch of the upcoming hot hatch – promising to be "the most extreme and …
Kia GT concept to be built, smaller sports car likely
The green light has been given for the production of the Frankfurt 2011's Kia GT concept – paving the road to a possible 2016 introduction – according to Autocar UK. The British …
Land Rover considering new, all-electric Range Rover
It would seem that Land Rover is seriously considering an all-electric variant of the Range Rover. According to Autocar, Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) group engineering director Wolfgang Ziebart had hinted at such …
Ferrari Sergio to be built, 6 units all sold out via invites
It appears that the Ferrari Sergio, the stunning Pininfarina-designed speedster concept that debuted at last year's Geneva Motor Show, has been confirmed for production according to a report by CNN Money. Don't …
SPYSHOTS: Mercedes-Benz ML/GLE plug-in hybrid
A plug-in hybrid variant of the Mercedes-Benz ML has been spotted making its rounds, suggesting that the finished product should be arriving soon. If the GLE moniker in the headline confuses you, …
BMW X5 M and X6 M duo officially unveiled – 0-100 km/h in 4.0 secs, 567 hp from twin-turbo 4.4 litre V8
BMW's M Division has officially unveiled the new BMW X5 M Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) and BMW X6 M Sports Activity Coupe (SAC). Both variants come with a similar powertrain setup, a …
Fiat Chrysler to spin off Ferrari – 10% to be publicly listed, shareholders to retain rest of ownership
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) has announced the board's intention to spin Ferrari off into a separate entity in an effort to boost the group's revenue. The Italian-American automotive conglomerate – which listed …
Toyota Esquire MPV launched in Japan, sister of Noah
The Toyota Esquire has been launched in its home country of Japan, with intentions aimed squarely at the domestic market. The Esquire is proposed as a "deluxe" variant of the Toyota Noah …
Audi R8 Competition – R8 LMS-inspired limited edition
Say hello to the ultimate road-going R8, the Audi R8 Competition. As hinted by the name, the R8 Competition is inspired by Audi's R8 LMS ultra race car, and it boasts more …
Renault Duster Oroch pick-up truck concept unveiled
The Renault Duster Oroch concept has been unveiled ahead of its public debut at the upcoming 2014 Sao Paulo Motor Show. A styling exercise by the company's design centre for Latin America, …
Honda HR-V – Brazilian version shown, Q1 2015 debut
Honda South America Ltda has released a small gallery of the production Honda HR-V for the Brazilian market, which will be shown at the upcoming Sao Paulo motor show. Honda is planning …
Detroit Electric SP:01 production rear design unveiled
The finalised Detroit Electric SP:01 has finally been unveiled – at least the rear of it – a year after the prototype was unveiled at last year's Shanghai Motor Show. The Lotus …
Nissan Kicks Concept previews Brazil-only crossover
Remember the mystery Nissan model that was teased just a while ago? It's now here in the form of the Nissan Kicks Concept which serves to preview an upcoming model designed specifically …
Subaru Forester STI teased prior to Nov 25 debut
The Subaru Forester STI has been teased ahead of its official world debut, which is set to take place on November 25. Subaru enthusiasts will remember the last Forester STI, which was …
SPYSHOTS: W176 Mercedes-Benz A-Class facelift
Sometimes it takes a new car to bumble along to remind us how time flies - can you believe the beauty queen that is the W176 Mercedes-Benz A-Class has roamed the planet …
GT Academy – Gran Turismo driver development competition set to expand into Malaysia in 2015
Malaysians, you may have a real shot of becoming an international professional racing driver soon – and you will only need a PlayStation and a copy of Gran Turismo to be eligible. …
Production of LHD Mazda 2 begins at new Mexico plant
Production of the Mazda 2, or Demio in Japan, has begun at the Mazda de Mexico Vehicle Operation (MMVO) plant, along with operations at MMVO's engine machining plant - which became active …
Mazda CX-3 confirmed for 2014 LA motor show debut
Mazda has confirmed that it will unveil a brand new compact crossover SUV - the CX-3, at the upcoming 2014 Los Angeles motor show at the end of next month. No details …
