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The stunning Fisker Karma concept will become reality this year after the fledgling Californian electric vehicle manufacturer secured the money to fund its production. Over the weekend, Fisker announced it had raised the final $US35 million ($41 million)... 

Apparently only 300 Bugatti Veyrons were made – and one of those is going under the hammer at the forthcoming ‘Fast and Furious’ sale on June 5 at the Blackbush Auction Centre in the UK. There are over 350 ‘Fast and Furious’ cars to be auctioned... 

Japan’s three manufacturing giants ramped up production for the beginning of the second quarter as post-GFC demand continues to rise in the US and across Asia. The world’s largest vehicle manufacturer, Toyota, announced on Friday that its 591,109... 

Toyota has been given 60 days to produce all of the internal documents relating to the US federal class-action lawsuit concerning its unintended acceleration issues that have come to light over the past nine months. US District Judge, James Selna, is... 

Quality, fuel economy and pricing are the three key factors that would persuade a buyer to abandon brand loyalty and embrace a competitor, according to a new study by US consumer advice website Consumer Reports. The survey, which interviewed more than... 

Back in 1965 when Ford introduced the Transit Van, not many realised how far it would come. Some 40 years later and with 6 million Transits sold, the commercial van has become the most successful vehicle in its class. To continue the model’s evolution... 

You’re looking at a petrol version (T.25) of what will most likely be the world’s most efficient and exciting EV (Electric Vehicle), the T.27. For those few who haven’t heard of Gordon Murray, he is the without doubt one of the most gifted automotive... 

Jaguar Land Rover will begin building vehicles in China within two years in an attempt to strengthen its position in a growing luxury car market and reduce production costs. Jaguar Land Rover and Tata CEO, Carl-Peter Forster, confirmed Land Rovers would... 

Here’s how, apparently: Start with a really big fortune, then begin your very own green car company. You should have a small fortune in no time – cue the super-wealthy whiz-kid example… Elon Musk, the multi-millionaire founder of Tesla Motors recently... 

Peugeot Australia has announced the official pricing for its new Peugeot 3008 model which is due to arrive in showrooms locally this July. The Peugeot 3008 compact SUV slots neatly between the 308 hatch and the recently released Peugeot 4007 SUV, presenting... 

After the Spyker takeover of Saab just months ago, the Dutch Supercar maker appears to have big plans for the Swedish car manufacturer. In order to see the company move forward, Saab is now looking to its rich history for ideas. Talks within Saab have... 

While Ford has no plans to release the 2011 Ford Explorer in Australia, it’s a great sign of things to come for the American manufacturer. We have also been keeping an eye on its development due to one of the powertrains being fitted to the vehicle.... 

Would you pay $30 for a six-hour test drive in a Ferrari F430? Many probably would. Short of being a motoring journalist – and, trust me, that’s not quite as flash as it seems at first glance – there’s a range of different ways to get your rear... 

Sounds like a truck, but it’s as tough as nails Model Tested: 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero Exceed; 3.2-litre, four-cylinder, turbo-diesel; five-speed automatic; five-door SUV: $76,790* Options: Metallic Paint $495; Grunty engine, off-road ability, solid... 

Have you ever heard Hulme CanAm? Maybe yes, or maybe no. Hulme CanAm is a supercar that named from the Formula 1 World Champion of New Zealand, Denny Julme, and made by New Zealand’s automotive industry. The base price of the car will be “fixed”... 

The massive Indian industrial giant Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. has made a key move into the EV world, by taking a majority stake in the REVA Electric Car Company Ltd. Bangalore. REVA opened its doors in 1994, and is a joint venture between the Maini... 

The US National Highway Traffic Administration recently released a report potentially linking 89 deaths to Toyota Cars. The investigation found 71 fatal collisions since 2000 could be linked to uncontrolled acceleration in Toyota vehicles, a massive claim... 

With the launch of the Hyundai i45 the Korean brand has taken on the challenge of reinventing it self. The last few years have seen Hyundai go from strength to strength worldwide and gain considerable market share in Australia. The following commercial... 

While you probably haven’t heard of the Hulme CanAm supercar, you should have heard of the New Zealand born car racer legend Denis (Denny) Hulme. You’re looking at the first and only Formula One World Champion from New Zealand, who in his day wasn’t... 

Here’s something you don’t see everyday – the Red Bull Formula 1 car has been shipped over to Juanillo Capcana Beach in the Dominican Republic for what looks like a bit of rest and relaxation between Grands Prix. This isn’t the...