Podcast27th Sep 20181 min readCarAdvice podcast 122: Aussie entertainer and car tragic, Shane Jacobson!…Episode #122
News27th Sep 20182 min readNissan Note e-Power Nismo S revealed for Japan…Scott CollieNissan has launched the upgraded Note e-Power Nismo S in Japan, which gets some added kit and a power boost compared to the non-S-badged version that went on sale in that market in 2015. Earlier this year, the Leaf Nismo was revealed with a stiffer suspension, 18-inch alloy wheels, new looks and a slew of unique interior touches. It didn't, however, get any more power to justify the hallowed Nismo badge. …
News27th Sep 20182 min readHonda Civic Type R: Premium Accessory range launched…Scott CollieHonda has announced a new range of carbon-fibre accessories and a set of forged wheels for the Civic Type R. The headlining option is a new set of forged alloy wheels designed to hark back to legendary Type R models past. They're finished in white, and measure the same 20-inches as the standard units but shave 2.1kg per corner, for an 8.4kg saving in unsprung weight. They'll also lighten your wallet to the tune of $13,999. …
News26th Sep 20182 min readDaimler appoints R&D chief as new CEO…Derek FungCiting "challenges presented by the transformation of the automotive industry”, Daimler, the parent company of Mercedes-Benz and Smart, has announced a succession plan for the roles of CEO, chairman, and head of research and development. …
News26th Sep 20181 min readAston Martin Project 003 to get turbocharged V6 hybrid…Scott CollieThe upcoming Aston Martin Project 003 will have a turbocharged V6 engine developed in-house, according to a report from Europe. Speaking with Auto Express last week, Andy Palmer, Aston Martin president and CEO, said the 2021 "connector" between the brand's Ferrari 488 competitor and the Valkyrie will run with a V6 and KERS-inspired hybrid system. "Yes there are similarities, starting with the engine - it’s a V6," Palmer said. …
News26th Sep 20182 min readFord Focus Active: Australian debut confirmed through dealer bulletin…Scott Collie
