WHEELS NEWS
Nissan staff ‘OK to moonlight’
More signs of belt-tightening in Japan, with Nissan employees given the green light to moonlight while the company is quiet. Peter Nunn reports from Tokyo.
Holden closure: Toyota’s response
TOYOTA AUSTRALIA RESPONDS TO GM HOLDEN
Pagani Zonda Cinque Roadster
The stunning street-legal version of the race-only Zonda R has gone topless.
Gordini name is racing back
The little French blue road rockets with two white stripes are making a return to the Renault catalogue.
ANCAP’s new, simpler website launched
Following news last month of a $5 million dollar funding boost from the Federal Government, the Australasian New Car Assessment Program has launched a new website
NRMA releases 10-step traffic congestion strategy
Motoring body NRMA has released its own 10-step strategy for tackling Sydney’s clogged roadways in a bid to help the NSW Government with congestion
Bizarre Road Signs of the World
From the politically incorrect, to the glaringly obvious, here are some of the more bizarre signs you’re likely to stumble upon
Mazda breaks New Territory
Mazda has put the squeeze on Territory, Kluger and Captiva, with new front-drive CX-9 variants starting from just $44,425
Question marks over Skoda pricing
Skoda is known as the VW Group’s value brand, yet this week the Fabia hatch launches in Australia with a price and equipment equation that is inferior to the equivalent Volkswagen Polo.
Lotus grabs them young
Lotus has become the first car manufacturer to have an official foothold in the entry-level category, and says it isn’t only interested in spotting future driving talent.
Webber looks for Brazil boost in 2012
Mark Webber believes his win in the season-ending Brazilian Grand Prix will be a “good tonic” for him to return stronger in the 2012 Formula One world championship.
Wheels magazine: Honda Civic
Your 40th birthday is often a time of deep self-examination and significant change, but obviously the Honda Civic sedan is pretty satisfied with itself.
Brivido hybrid hypercar from Giugiaro debuts at Geneva
Italian automotive stylist Giugiaro has revealed its newest creation at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show: the Brivido concept.
World Car of the Year new shortlist
In a clean sweep for German manufacturers, the top three contenders for the overall 2012 World Car of the Year title are the BMW 3 Series, the Porsche 911 and the Volkswagen Up!
2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage Coupe
Aston Martin has made one of its smartest moves yet. In revising and refocusing its entry-level two-seat sports car V8 Vantage, it is providing an immediate answer to those who are questioning the direction taken by this sector’s all-conquering giant, the Porsche 911 991. And how.
Benz’s bizarre A-class noodle-hunting anime
Yes, it’s as weird as it sounds.
The car that runs on air
No, that headline isn’t a typo. This new creation from French giant Peugeot really does run on…air. And it’s coming soon.
No Holden Ute for America
General Motors has ruled out introducing its new VF Holden Ute in America, but left the door open for the Commodore wagon.
Toyota 86: Pikes Peak edition
Is this the most insane Toyota 86 ever? We think so.
Infiniti to build new sportscar and crossover
We’re hearing some exciting news coming out of Infiniti.
Ford Mustang lands NFS movie role
Ford has landed a major movie role, with its new Mustang Shelby GT500 to star in the upcoming movie adaptation of the popular video game Need For Speed.
Virtual AMG racer points to SLS replacement
MERCEDES-Benz has released images of its PlayStation 3 Gran Turismo 6 star, the AMG Vision Gran Turismo, and there’s a strong hint that the real SLS replacement, due late in 2014, lurks beneath the digital car’s wild exterior.
Bland Aussies: Car colour preferences revealed
Car buying service Autogenie has released data that shows Australian new car buyers are conservative when it comes to colour choice.
Audi plans RS-titution
Look out M and AMG, Audi is planning an assault to grow its RS tuning arm
