[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Andreas Mindt brings more than 25 years of experience to the role, and most recently spearheaded the launch of the Audi e-tron. British brand Bentley – part of the giant Volkswagen Audi Group since 1998 – has appointed Andreas Mindt as its new Director of Design. The former head of exterior design for…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] (Editor’s note: During the month of January, the ClassicCars.com Journal presents a series of stories related to and perhaps explaining the recent increase in interest in collecting cars produced by Japan-based automakers.) Located in the small town of Christiansburg, Virginia, is the largest collection of right-hand-drive Japanese cars, at Duncan Imports and Classic Cars. The dealership and…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] The 2021 Tokyo Auto Salon, the year’s first major car event, is just around the corner and Honda just previewed a couple of really cool concept cars for the show. But they’re not what you’d usually expect from the Japanese carmaker. Instead of beefed-up Civics and funky kei cars, Honda created a couple…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] A limited-edition variant of the Boxster GTS 4.0 has been launched, 25 years after the mid-engine two-seater sports car went into production. The 2021 Porsche Boxster 25 Years limited-edition variant has been officially unveiled in Europe – ahead of an Australian arrival in April – in celebration of the mid-engined two-seater sports car’s…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] The new electric vehicle from Hyundai sub-brand Ioniq has been spotted in Sydney. The 2021 Hyundai Ioniq 5 has been caught in a Sydney car park. Just days after official teaser images were released of the first all-electric to come from the Hyundai sub-brand, the Ioniq 5 was found recharging at a Zetland…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Pocket-sized hot hatch gains new colour and trim options, rally-inspired wheels, optional Beats sound system. The 2021 Abarth 595 has received a mild update in Europe to usher in the new year, adding new trim and equipment options – and it could be in Australian showrooms in the second half of this year.…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] The adage “if ain’t broke don’t fix it” sums up Toyota’s philosophy on its renowned Land Cruiser offerings. Whether it’s the 70-series, the 200-series or the Prado, it’s like the current line-ups have been around forever, barring a few tweaks here and there over the years. And judging by their popularity, Toyota has…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] The first introduction of my old Land Rover Defender was brief, without too much detail or history. In this instalment, we delve into the story of buying and modifying the Defender, and some of the adventures we’ve had since. After my 1971 Series IIA Land Rover – my daily driver at the time…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] The software was previewed at the 2021 Consumer Electronics Show, and is expected to debut in the upcoming iX electric SUV. BMW has previewed an updated version of its iDrive digital infotainment system at the 2021 Consumer Electronics Show. The new infotainment system is expected to debut in the much anticipated all-electric 2021…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] 37 examples recalled for an electric roof that can be activated remotely from, oddly, too far away. Bentley has recalled 37 examples of its Continental GT Convertible in Australia, citing a potential safety risk associated with the electric roof mechanism. The affected vehicles are designated MY2020, and were sold between November 2019 and…