Not happy enough with the 155kW 1.6litre turbo John Cooper Works? Never mind, because Mini is about to launch an all new track version of the car, called the Mini JCW GP edition. But if you want one, you better hurry.
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Want to feel like Knight Rider? You can buy KITT
Every man of a certain age grew up wanting to be David Hasselhoff… I mean, Michael Knight in the hit series Knight Rider. His trusty sidekick KITT was a damned near-indestructible Pontiac, and featured some of the coolest tech imaginable for the day.
Toyota unveils the RAV4 EV electric SUV
If you think Toyota RAV4s are already the most uncool SUV around, wait until you see the new RAV4 EV edition. It combines the cool of the camel car with the awesome of electric vehicles.
Toyota Hilux the hottest selling car in April
Diesel guzzling SUVs may have been the most popular type of cars purchased last month by Australians, but the number one vehicle was a little more manly – the Toyota Hilux.
Nissan to release 404kW Juke-R softroader
Motoring fans all saw the video Nissan used to show off the Juke-R. The then 390kW twin-turbo V6 trumped a Ferrari 458 Italia, Lamborghini Gallardo and Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG around a track. Now you can buy a more powerful version!
Japanese tsunami-stricken Harley Davidson rocks up in Canada
The devastating tsunami that hit Japan last year not only took thouasands of innocent lives, but also an estimated 5 million tonnes of debris. Like this Harley Davidson, that washed up in Canada a couple of weeks ago.
Remembering a tragic weekend for Formula 1
May 1, 1994. It’s a day that will be etched in the memories of not only Formula 1 fans, but sports fans worldwide for a very long time. That was the day Ayrton Senna lost his life in a tragic accident at the Imola circuit in San Marino, Italy.
V8 Supercars Vs DTM: Which is the best series?
The 2011 V8 Supercar series is heading towards rounds three while the German Touring Car Championship, or DTM, kicked off this weekend. It will be a massive year for both, with the Aussies celebrating Nissan joining the fold from 2013 as well as the inaugural American round of the championship while the German’s hail the [...]
When photographing rally cars, always shoot from behind a tree
Rally car is a dangerous sport – not just for the drivers, but for the spectators who like to get close to the action. As this photographer found out in this amazing video, sometimes nature can save your life.
Video shows why you should never drive your SUV over an open manhole cover
In-dash cameras are generally used as insurance for if you have an accident. In Russia it seems, they’re also handy for when the SUV you’re following drives into an open manhole cover and flips.
