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Holden to cut wages, axe more staff
Holden will ask its workers to take pay cuts or voluntary redundancies as it looks to secure its manufacturing future in Australia.
Hello, Swede art
Volvo and art. Not two words you’d expect to find in the same sentence, but this month Switzerland’s Zurich central train station became a temporary gallery for some very Volvo-related artistry.
V8 super Volvo
Volvo Car Australia has announced it will become the fifth manufacturer to contest V8 Supercars – beginning at next year’s Clipsal 500.
Toyota Supra to return!
Like a twisted necrophiliac Toyota has been promising to revive the iconic Supra for a while now.
First look: Porsche museum celebrates 911’s 50th
It seems Porsche likes giving itself presents.
Mini pays tribute to Porsche
Well this is nice. In a rare case of inter-company relations, Mini has released a friendly press release wishing the Porsche 911 a happy 50th birthday
The world’s fastest wedding car
Forget a horse-drawn kart – this is the wedding car you want!
Flying car in time for Christmas!
A UK-based product and robotics specialist is developing a radical driving and flying quad-copter toy, set to be in production just in time for Christmas this year.
Aussie ‘barn find’ car worth millions
A globally significant, ultra-rare 1923 Isotta Fraschini Tipo 8, found after lying dormant for 50 years in a Victorian shed, will make its public debut at this year’s RACV Motorclassica event, staged at Melbourne’s Royal Exhibition Building from 25 to 27 October.
KISS Bug is ebay gold!
This outrageous 1970 VW Beetle was built as a radio station promo vehicle in the USA, and is currently up for auction on ebay.
Pininfarina coupe hints at new BMW flagship
BMW and famous Italian design specialist, Pininfarina, have unveiled a spectacular concept coupe at this year’s ‘Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este’, held on the shores of Lake Como.
Red Bull Renault Megane RS coming to Oz
Renault has produced another Red Bull special edition version of its Megane RS hot hatch, reflecting its close relationship as an engine supplier to the reigning Formula 1 world championship team.
Ford Australia timeline
Wheels looks back at the history of Ford Motor Company in Australia.
Holden bullish despite Ford closure
Ford’s announcement that it will cease local manufacturing has taken Holden entirely by surprise, and given its VF Commodore launch a black eye.
Holden boss says Holden will still build cars
Holden Chairman, Mike Devereux says his competitor’s announcement, “Shows how tough it is for manufacturers in Australia.
Ford Falcon dead by 2016
It’s official – The Ford Falcon, one of Australia’s oldest and most iconic nameplates, will die in 2016.
Aussie-made Fords to finish in 2016
Ford’s Australian manufacturing operations to wind up in October 2016 as company announces new era of full-line importation.
Ford Australia closes down
Shock! Ford Australia will close its Australia factories. After years of dwindling sales, and no sign of recovery, Ford Australia has decided to abandon local manufacturing in Australia.
Racing kit for new Lexus IS
Toyota’s official performance subsidiary, TRD (Toyota Racing Development), has developed new suspension and aero upgrades for the just released, third-generation Lexus IS.
BMW M powers up with Competition Package
To coincide with upgrades across its 5 Series range, BMW has released a new ‘Competition Package’ for the powerhouse M5 sports sedan, and its M6 coupe/convertible sibling.
Nissan and Sony make virtual racing reality!
Nissan and Sony Computer Entertainment Europe have confirmed their GT Academy competition, that helps gamers become real racing drivers, will return for a fifth season.
Launch date set for Gran Turismo 6!
The latest evolution of the video driving game widely regarded as the best in the business, Gran Turismo, has been confirmed for launch at the Electronic Games Expo in Los Angeles this June.
FOR SALE: 1967 Toyota – $1.2M ono
Most 1967 Toyotas have long since ascended to that great car yard in the sky, but this very special 2000GT sports car recently sold at auction in the USA for more than a million dollars.
Martini Porsche lives again!
Martini, the famous Italian vermouth, is celebrating its 150th anniversary this year, and to highlight the milestone, the company has revived its long-standing motorsport partnership with Porsche.
