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When the Volvo V40 launched in February 2013, the Swedish carmaker took to pushing its ‘safety first’ barrow harder than ever before – after all, their new hatch is equipped with the world’s very first pedestrian airbag.
Volkswagen has given a revealing insight into its next-generation powertrain technology, confirming development of a 10-speed DSG, a high-performance diesel engine and a focus on plug-in hybrid and natural gas propulsion systems for its...
Opel has revealed more details of its new powertrain family, announcing performance figures for its new turbocharged 1.6-litre petrol family as well as plans for the introduction of an eight-speed automatic transmission. The all-new 1.
Diesel powered Volkswagen models have scored more power and torque, yet lowered their consumption. The 2.0-litre TDI engines in the Volkswagen Passat sedan, Passat wagon, Passat Alltrack (pictured top) and CC all now get 130kW and 380Nm – an...
The first diesel-powered Infiniti Q50 has been revealed at the 2013 Geneva motor show. The Q50 diesel becomes the first Infiniti to benefit from the Japanese car maker’s collaborative agreement with Daimler, the owner of Mercedes-Benz.
Honda Australia has confirmed that diesel engines will now make up an important part of its strategy going forward. Honda, which has been primarily focused on its hybrid drivetrains, has changed its strategy to bring about a range of diesel...
The Honda Civic Hatch Diesel will become the first ever diesel-powered vehicle sold in Australia by the Japanese manufacturer when the new UK-built variant arrives in showrooms in April.
Renowned world wide for its highly successful diesel-hybrid Le Mans racecars, Audi is planning to introduce a road-going diesel-hybrid supercar in 2017, codenamed the Audi R20.
Opel has announced the details of a new diesel engine that is set to become the brand's first low-emission Euro 6-compliant powerplant. The all-new 1.6-litre four-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine will replace the existing 1.
The Subaru Outback will become the Japanese brand's first vehicle to be offered with a diesel engine/automatic transmission combination in Australia when the new wagon variant arrives in March.
Mercedes-Benz is still investing in future diesel passenger cars despite continuous improvements in petrol engines and ongoing mainstreaming of hybrid technologies. Speaking to CarAdvice at the Detroit auto show this week, the head of group...
Driving the entry-level BMW 520d GT, it feels like the Germans have produced a quirky French car. While Mercedes-Benz delivered the swoopy CLS-Class, and Audi followed with its wedgy A7 Sportback, in 2010 BMW created a taller, hatchback version...
Mazda is readying a breed of lighter and higher-revving diesel engines to power future sports models, including the next Mazda3 and MX-5. Speaking at the launch of the all-new Mazda6, Mazda Motor Corporation program manager Hiroshi Kajiyama...
Mazda North America has announced a racing version of the all-new Mazda6, powered by its Skyactiv-D clean diesel engine, will compete in the 2013 Grand-Am GX class. The Mazda6 Grand-Am GX racecar will make its motorsport debut at the Rolex 24...
The Renault Koleos range has been bolstered with the addition of the Privilege diesel variant to the top of the line-up. Priced from $45,490, the Renault Koleos Privilege diesel costs just $500 more than the equivalent petrol model, and $6500...
The Audi Q7 was3 the German brand's first foray into luxury SUVs and an all-new replacement for a model launched in 2006 isn't due until 2014. The Q7 has since been joined by the mid-sized Q5 and even smaller Q3.