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Honda Australia thinks it would have no issues selling the tiny, mid-engined S660 convertible. Too bad it can’t have it! We had a bite this week with Honda Australia’s chief, Stephen Collins, to get an update on serious business issues, namely Takata, but when we mentioned we’d seen a few parallel-imported S660s around Melbourne, the obvious question was: ‘why don’t you offer it at dealerships?’

The first all-electric, mass-produced Audi – the e-tron – has been snapped on the Nurburgring, continuing the long buildup to its full launch later this year. Here's what we know about the e-tron, which officially launches on August 30. In prototype form, it offers more than 500km of range on a full charge, and hits 100km/h in 4.6 seconds. Top speed is limited to 210km/h – all of which is similar to the Jaguar I-Pace, the car's most natural rival ahead of the Mercedes-Benz EQC and BMW iX3.

Time attack racing has become one of the fastest growing and most popular forms of Motorsport in the world. From experienced professionals to fresh faces, it welcomes all to attend and try to set the fastest time they can with their chosen vehicle! Mitsubishi GSR / Evo Club Inc have grown the Time Attack scene in South Australia to where it is today.

The next-generation Audi RS Q3 has been spied again at the Nurburgring, ahead of an anticipated debut later this year. Few changes have been made to this prototype compared to the last one spotted at the 'Ring, though photographers noted that this vehicle was driving at a similar time to an RS3 and sounded the same – suggesting a five-cylinder powerplant will reside under the bonnet.

The Lexus LQ name has been trademarked with the US Patent and Trademark Office by the luxury marque. The 'L'-line has been reserved for top-tier models over the brand's 30-year lifespan, hinting Lexus is seriously contemplating a new car to sit alongside the existing LS sedan, LC coupe, and LX SUV. While the LS and LC ride on the company's latest GA-L passenger car platform, the LX is based on the Toyota LandCruiser.