BMW Z4 & 6 Series revisions to hit showrooms this month

With the help of BMW’s EfficientDynamics, the updated 6 Series and Z4 models arriving in showrooms this month have increased performance, improved economy and reduced emissions.

Both vehicles gain Brake Energy Regeneration as standard across the range, a feature that improves fuel consumption in the 6 Series by up to 6.8 per cent.

The new 6 Series [...]

2010 Renault Megane CC spy pics

Though we don’t know a great deal about next year’s Renault Megane CC, these renderings, received this morning, point to a stylish newcomer set to challenge rivals such as VW’s Eos and BMW’s 1 Series.

The Renault Megane CC will no doubt share many of the same driveline specifications of its sedan sibling which will mean [...]

Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabrio spy pics

Here’s prove Mercedes is hard working on the next generation E-Class Cabrio (so far called CLK) – and of the fact that the coupé’s beautiful sister will get a retractable hardtop.

Clearly visible is the joint between the windshield frame and the front edge of the roof. The wider disguise of the c-post and the longer [...]

Volvo C70 Review & Road Test

Great to drive, difficult to fault, and the most underrated luxury convertible on the market.

Model Tested:

2009 Volvo C70 T5; 2.5-litre, five-cylinder, petrol; six-speed manual; convertible – $69,950

Price; quality of materials; interior space and performance
Some options such as Satellite Navagation seem expensive
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Options:

Fitted: Heated front seats $325; Bluetooth $450; Blind [...]

BMW 6 Series now sportier and more efficient

BMW has introduced a raft of new performance features as well as an improved fuel consumption figure for its revised 6 Series Sport Coupé and Convertible.

Due to arrive on Australian shores in November, the revised 6 Series gains Brake Energy Regeneration technology as standard equipment which improves consumption by up to 6.8 per cent without [...]

Mazda MX-5 Retro Road Test

The legend 20 years on
Models Tested:

1989 Mazda NA MX-5; 1.6-litre, four-cylinder; five-speed manual; roadster – $29,550 (price when new)
2009 Mazda NC MX-5; 2.0-litre, four-cylinder; six-speed automatic; roadster – $53,655 (price as tested)

The original Mazda MX-5 was launched in Australia in October 1989, and was immediately an unprecedented success for the Japanese brand.
So with the [...]

Nissan 370Z Roadster to be on show at Goodwood Revival

Nissan will unveil its new 370Z Roadster alongside some of its most iconic predecessors at the UK’s Goodwood Revival this weekend.

Although the Roadster isn’t due to go on sale until March next year, the event will allow UK buyers to get their first look at the stunning new Z model.
The Roadster will feature the same [...]

Maserati GranCabrio at Frankfurt Motor Show

The GranCabrio, the first four-seater convertible in the history of Maserati, made its international début today at the Frankfurt Motor Show.

The GranCabrio completes Maserati’s product line-up that now consists of three different families of models: Quattroporte, GranTurismo and GranCabrio – sedan, coupe and convertible.
The open-top GranCabrio boasts an unmistakable Pininfarina design, spacious interior, handcrafted details, [...]

2010 Audi R8 Spyder 5.2 FSI quattro official reveal

Following a leak of the official gallery late last week, Audi has released the full details surrounding its new R8 Spyder.

Supporting rumours that the R8 Spyder would be available exclusively as a V10, the latest press release makes no mention of the 4.2-litre V8 powertrain from the original Audi R8 Coupe.
Instead the R8 Spyder uses [...]

Mazda MX-5 Superlight concept images, specs leaked

You might recall when early last month we posted an article relating to the Mazda MX-5 Superlight which was set to appear at this week’s Frankfurt Motor Show.

Well it now seems we don’t have to wait that long with images and some specifications of Mazda’s latest concept hitting the web over the weekend.
The Superlight [...]

Lamborghini Reventon Roadster revealed

Lamborghini has inadvertently revealed the open air sibling to its highly exclusive and equally expensive Reventon model, after the official gallery found its way on to the web.

Like the Coupe version which made its debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show two years ago, the Reventon Roadster features the same stealth-fighter inspired design.
The Reventon Roadster will [...]

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