[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Pretty much every rally highlight video in existence includes some hero pinning it over a crest, engine bouncing off the rev limiter, all four wheels spinning through the atmosphere. It doesn’t get much more dramatic than jumping a car, but as Team O’Neil explains in this 6-minute video, there’s a bit more to…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] At recent meetings with world leaders, Kim Jong-un has been photographed in Mercedes-Benz S-Class vehicles, which were likely sourced via third parties. Like his father, Kim Jong-un (above, right) prefers trains for long distance travel wherever possible. For last week’s meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, Kim took one of his armoured trains…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] The technology is designed to make it easy for drivers to earn money with their cars, and then allows them to use it on the move. Jaguar Land Rover has announced a new ‘Smart Wallet‘ allowing drivers to earn money by reporting traffic obstructions is being tested. Using the Smart Wallet, drivers are…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] It’s not quite as long as the Green Hell, but Toyota’s new track is inspired by the legendary German circuit, and features some pretty impressive change of elevation. Toyota has opened its new Technical Centre in Shimoyama, Japan, complete with a test track inspired by the Nurburgring Nordschleife. Although it’s inspired by the…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] The manufacturer’s iconic off-roader will be discontinued in its home market later this year, marking the end of a 37-year run. Mitsubishi has announced the Pajero Final Edition for the Japanese market, limited to just 700 units. UPDATE, 29/4/19: Mitsubishi Australia has issued a statement regarding the Pajero’s future in our market. See…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] You won’t spot the changes to the 2019 Renault Captur externally, but jump behind the wheel and a punchy new engine tells its own story. Pros and Cons Pros Urban-friendly dimensions Added punch from the new engine Practical rear seat and boot space High levels of standard interior kit Cons Transmission issues remain…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Fans of manual cars, get excited. Fans of British cars, get excited. Fans of British, manual cars… well, you know what to do. The new Vantage AMR will have three pedals. Aston Martin set tongues wagging when it released a manual version of the last Vantage. The world is going automatic, and three-pedal…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] German marque’s performance boss says all-paw traction looks set to become standard across the range, while electrification is also on the way. Tobias Moers, head of Mercedes-AMG, has confirmed the performance division’s next generation models will likely feature all-wheel drive as standard. Speaking with the UK’s Autocar, Moers said that buyer trends have…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Tesla CEO will need lawyers to sign off on social media posts regarding the company’s current and future plans, its financial performance and other matters. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, have come to a more detailed agreement regarding tweets which could affect the automaker’s share price.…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] That’s right, upcoming Model 3 owners will be able to configure their cars in Australia. Musk has confirmed the news on Twitter. Order books for the Tesla Model 3 will open early in May for Australia, Elon Musk has confirmed. The outspoken CEO used his preferred method of communication, Twitter, to deliver the…