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The BMW 8 Series name has been revived by the Bavarian luxury car maker, and the large luxury coupe is slated to go on sale globally during 2018. In addition to confirming the resuscitation of the nameplate, BMW has also stated it debut a concept version of the new 8 Series at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este on 26 May 2017, European time.

Audi Australia has issued a recall for 9098 examples of its 2010 to 2016 Q5 SUVs over concerns vehicles fitted with a panoramic sunroof could spring a water leak and activate the curtain airbag. The German luxury marque reports the foam adjacent to the gas generator of the curtain airbag can become wet if moisture accumulates over time. If the condition occurs, this can cause corrosion of the gas generator and subsequently burst the pressure cylinder of the curtain airbag.

The updated 2017 BMW 1 Series has been revealed this week, bringing subtle changes and upgrades to the premium small hatch's line-up, ahead of a global launch schedule that kicks off from July. If you're hard-pressed spotting the difference at a glance, you're forgiven. It appears the upgrades are reserved for the interior - unless you're opting for the 'black pack' themed 'Shadow' special editions, which add an array of dark trim highlights.

A new video published online reveals the subtle standard exhaust note of the 2018 Kia Stinger GT, also revealing why the local arm is working to get a sportier sound from the twin-turbo V6 flagship. The one-minute clip shows a grey Korean-market Stinger - distinguished by the unique 'E' badge on the bonnet and on the wheel centre caps - being revved at what appears to be an outdoor display for the new liftback.

Nissan Australia has reaffirmed its commitment to electric vehicles (EVs) and zero emissions motoring in our market, and is calling upon the government to back the initiative. Speaking with CarAdvice at the local launch of the updated 2017 X-Trail range, Richard Emery, managing director and CEO of the company's local arm, said: "Zero emissions is certainly a driver of our business globally. Australia is no different in terms of us driving towards zero emissions".