WHEELS NEWS
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
It’s neither normal, nor serious …
The Italian Connection Trophy rally is for those who like to smile, and give.
Clipsal 500 a solid economic boost for SA
Still going strong after 11 years … Is this good news for Homebush and NSW?
Ambrose tests Grand-Am sports car
… and what does that mean?
GM passes on billion dollar loan
Cost reduction and cuts across the board allow GM to hold its debt-ridden head up high.
Holden closure: the full story
Holden to become full-line vehicle and parts importer with design studio staying
Viper escapes extinction
Iconic Dodge gets a reprieve from the chopping block, says our roving reporter from the United States …
BMW aiming to stay on top
Onwards and upwards. No slacking off; no backing off at BMW.
Judge Dredd truck gets even louder
Built in the UK, the famous movie truck has now been modified to pump out over 50,000 watts of audio power
Merc confirms SLC
Daimler AG Chief Executive, Dr. Dieter Zetsche has confirmed Mercedes-Benz AMG will build a smaller super sports car underneath the SLS
Shinari concept heading to Melbourne
Mazda has confirmed its stylish Shinari concept will headline the Japanese carmaker’s stand fresh from appearances overseas
Technology turns car fumes into fuel
Engineers from Oregon State University have invented a technology that aims to use the car’s exhaust fumes as a source of energy thereby refuelling the car
Wheels: ‘Like’ this page and win!
What are your favourite car design look-a-likes? ‘Like’ this page on Facebook and tell us your favourite car design look-a-like. The best response will win one of five motorsport DVDs from the Wheels gift shop…
HDT will polarize opinion
HDT has made a sensational, fourth addition to its Heritage line-up with the release of the VL inspired Group A.
Car prices going down
Smart shoppers know that the best deals on new cars emerge before and after January 1. In less than a month’s time, anything built in 2011 will be immediately deemed, like, so last year. Literally.
