tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19231056Thu, 17 Jul 2008 06:07:55 +0000http://www.autoclub.com.au/noreply@blogger.com (Kham)Blogger501125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19231056.post-3437864482035968438Thu, 17 Jul 2008 05:55:00 +00002008-07-17T16:07:55.113+10:00Revetec's Australian Designed & Built Engine Beats All Revetec Press Releases In 2006, Revetec was granted a Federal Government Commercial Ready Grant of over AUD$1 million, to develop and test Revetec's new combustion engine. Revetec has designed and built the latest engine in their Gold Coast facility, then shipped the engine to Orbital Australia in Perth for Independent testing. During http://www.autoclub.com.au/2008/07/revetecs-new-combustion-engine.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Kham)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19231056.post-4755591578862464534Sun, 13 Jul 2008 13:45:00 +00002008-07-16T12:33:38.936+10:002008 Volkswagen Eos V6 Volkswagen Press Release Following up on the introduction of the world's first four-seat, hard-top convertible, with an integrated glass sunroof, the Eos sets the standard for year-round fun. With the push of a button the revolutionary CSC (coupe-sunroof-convertible) transforms the coupe's five-panel hard-top, with integrated sunroof and heated-glass rear window, into an http://www.autoclub.com.au/2008/07/volkswagen-eos-v6.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Kham)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19231056.post-2671964986919643141Sun, 13 Jul 2008 13:30:00 +00002008-07-15T01:02:57.852+10:002008 Range Rover Sport Land Rover Press Release Land Rover North America is proud to announce that the 2008 Range Rover Sport has received the Automotive Lease Guide (ALG) Residual Value Award in the Luxury CUV segment. The annual Residual Value Awards identify those vehicles predicted to retain the highest percentage of their original purchase price after a conventional three-year lease term. http://www.autoclub.com.au/2008/07/range-rover-sport.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Kham)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19231056.post-1275045499871836597Wed, 09 Jul 2008 12:06:00 +00002008-07-11T11:14:44.601+10:002008 Lotus Eco Elise Lotus Press Release Lotus unveils the Eco Elise technology demonstrator at the British Motor Show, capitalising on great strides forward in green technology. The Eco Elise project promotes a different perspective on green, one which does not revolve solely around tailpipe CO2. This holistic approach is in keeping with the progressive Lotus culture, driving Lotus to become http://www.autoclub.com.au/2008/07/lotus-eco-elise.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Kham)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19231056.post-5586044663905136663Fri, 04 Jul 2008 13:55:00 +00002008-07-11T11:36:57.649+10:002009 Vauxhall Insignia GM Media Release Vauxhall will showcase four-door saloon and five-door hatchback versions of the new Insignia for the first time at the British International Motor Show (23 July to 3 August). Both Insignia body styles boast a flowing, muscular, yet elegant silhouette with a coupe roofline. Designers deliberately created similar versions to retain the beauty of Vauxhall's http://www.autoclub.com.au/2008/07/vauxhall-insignia.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Kham)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19231056.post-1000718081385264741Fri, 04 Jul 2008 13:30:00 +00002008-07-08T22:20:44.612+10:002009 Ford Focus RS Ford Motor Company Press Release The legendary Ford RS performance car brand is returning in the shape of the exciting new Ford Focus RS, which will be previewed on July 22 at the 2008 London International Motor Show. The new Focus RS will go on sale in early 2009 and is being created by a small team of dedicated engineers, under the direction of Jost Capito, Ford of Europes http://www.autoclub.com.au/2008/07/ford-focus-rs.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Kham)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19231056.post-2228161106425476796Wed, 02 Jul 2008 13:11:00 +00002008-07-06T22:19:42.426+10:002008 Hummer H3 Sensation GM Media Release Obviously, a Hummer needs no further introduction. The legendary Hummer H2 and the European-sized Hummer H3 are probably the most iconic SUV's on the market. And now, the Hummer H3 is particularly attractive and even more affordable, because this summer, Hummer comes with an addition to its already existing model portfolio. The Hummer H3 Sensation is a http://www.autoclub.com.au/2008/07/hummer-h3-sensation.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Kham)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19231056.post-5400384584502366486Tue, 01 Jul 2008 11:40:00 +00002008-07-06T22:03:54.520+10:002008 Holden Colorado GM Media Release GM Holden is taking the covers off its soon to be released, new light commercial vehicle, the Holden Colorado. This new powerful light truck promises to deliver high levels of performance and load carrying capability, all with the car-like interior comfort and value for money that Holden is renowned for. A three tonne braked towing capability on Turbo http://www.autoclub.com.au/2008/07/holden-colorado.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Kham)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19231056.post-6617865923132608622Sun, 29 Jun 2008 13:45:00 +00002008-06-30T21:54:03.419+10:002009 Porsche 911 Carrera S Porsche Press Release Starting on 5 July, Porsche is introducing the next generation of the 911 model series. The four new models – two Coupes and two Cabriolets – with classic rear-wheel drive offer an even higher standard of dynamic performance thanks to their all-new flat-six power units displacing 3.6 and, respectively, 3.8 litres. And the introduction for the http://www.autoclub.com.au/2008/06/porsche-911-carrera-s.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Kham)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19231056.post-7230442071830479386Mon, 23 Jun 2008 12:50:00 +00002008-06-25T12:14:37.479+10:002009 BMW M3 Convertible BMW Press Release The New BMW M3 Convertible blasts its way into Australia optionally equipped with the very first double clutch transmission designed for a high revving V8 engine. Compared with the two previous generations of the M3 Convertibles offered in Australia the new E93 generation boasts a Retractable Hard-Top, 4.0-litre V8 engine and manual six-speed gearbox ashttp://www.autoclub.com.au/2008/06/bmw-m3-convertible.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Kham)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19231056.post-7818921093184601890Tue, 17 Jun 2008 12:30:00 +00002008-07-06T22:20:57.140+10:002008 Hummer Golf Car GM Media Release The Middle East's fairways and hotels should brace themselves for an 'on-road' invasion this July with the arrival of the first Hummer golf carts - the ultimate in luxury accessories for the region's golfers. The Hummer Golf Car is built to provide all of the quality assurances that an officially licensed GM product does, ensuring it can wear the Hummer http://www.autoclub.com.au/2008/06/hummer-golf-car.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Kham)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19231056.post-1910647386750369834Fri, 13 Jun 2008 12:18:00 +00002008-06-22T13:31:53.977+10:002008 BMW GINA Light Visionary Model - Exploring Creative Freedom BMW Press Release Innovative approach and optical expression of creative freedom. The key to affecting the development of tomorrow's mobility lies in our readiness to challenge what is established and in the ability to present new options. In order to meet these objectives, BMW Group Design taps into the potential of the GINA http://www.autoclub.com.au/2008/06/bmw-gina-light-visionary-model.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Kham)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19231056.post-6963818337910532534Mon, 09 Jun 2008 13:55:00 +00002008-06-12T12:58:31.894+10:002009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur Bentley Press Release With typical Bentley understatement the styling of the new Continental Flying Spur is both evolutionary and subtly effective. At the front, the new bright chrome radiator grille, now more vertical, has a more pronounced square edge, accentuating the distinctive Bentley profile. Beneath the grille, the new lower bumper features a wider, http://www.autoclub.com.au/2008/06/bentley-continental-flying-spur.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Kham)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19231056.post-6243774831196207972Mon, 09 Jun 2008 13:35:00 +00002008-06-12T13:02:31.587+10:002009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur Speed - 600 hp (447 kW) W12 Bentley Press Release Following the highly successful introduction of the Continental GT Speed coupe in 2007, Bentley – almost half of new Continental GTs now sold are Speed versions – Bentley now offers the 600 bhp (610 PS) W12 powertrain in the new Continental Flying Spur Speed to deliver a more powerful and engaging Bentley http://www.autoclub.com.au/2008/06/bentley-continental-flying-spur-speed.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Kham)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19231056.post-1339988947600108502Fri, 06 Jun 2008 13:50:00 +00002008-06-12T02:55:17.053+10:002009 Cadillac XLR Roadster GM Media Release Since its inception in 2004, Cadillac's XLR has been a fresh face in the elite club of the world's finest luxury roadsters. Today Cadillac revealed the new 2009 edition of the XLR Roadster, featuring styling and model enhancements providing more dramatic design and technology. Only the finest editions of Cadillac's retractable hardtop roadster will behttp://www.autoclub.com.au/2008/06/cadillac-xlr-roadster.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Kham)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19231056.post-6958094288837905492Fri, 06 Jun 2008 10:35:00 +00002008-06-08T16:35:54.419+10:002008 Toyota TRD Aurion Pro-FX Toyota Press Release Toyota unveiled the TRD Aurion Pro-Factory Xtreme (Pro-FX) drag car at Willowbank Raceway in Queensland today ahead of its debut outing at the biggest event in Australian drag racing, the 2008 Winter nationals. Run by former Australian champion Tony Wedlock and his Ultimate Motorsport team, the TRD Aurion Pro-FX has a top speed of more than http://www.autoclub.com.au/2008/06/toyota-trd-aurion-drag-car.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Kham)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19231056.post-6451264545378574573Fri, 30 May 2008 12:20:00 +00002008-06-19T13:36:34.594+10:002008 Kia Sorento Kia Motors Press Release The 2008 Kia Sorento is the top ranking midsize SUV in AutoPacific, Inc.'s 2008 Vehicle Satisfaction Awards (VSA) of the U.S., an industry benchmark for objectively measuring owner satisfaction of new vehicles. In this competitive segment, Sorento received a higher rating than the Hummer H3, Jeep Liberty, Dodge Nitro and Nissan Xterra. "Sorento's http://www.autoclub.com.au/2008/05/kia-sorento.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Kham)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19231056.post-8412350241649225748Thu, 29 May 2008 13:45:00 +00002008-06-01T13:11:02.801+10:002008 USD GT-S Passionata Concept Ugur Sahin Design Press Release Working at the final production preparations for our USD Corvette Z03 project, Ugur Sahin Design hereby releases the first official images of our new USD GT-S Passionata concept. The name Passionata refers to the dedicated passion that was used by Ugur Sahin to take his Ferrari Dino concept of last year to a feasible concept studyhttp://www.autoclub.com.au/2008/05/usd-gt-s-passionata-concept.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Kham)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19231056.post-3747540181110645895Tue, 27 May 2008 10:00:00 +00002008-05-28T12:42:36.823+10:002008 Toyota Camry Toyota Press Release Toyota Camry has claimed the title of the best-selling Australian-made car. A record number of 111,891 Camry sedans were produced last year at Toyota's Altona plant in Melbourne's west and sold on domestic and export markets. Camry was the only Australian-built car with annual production exceeding 100,000 vehicles. Of these, Australian motorists bought http://www.autoclub.com.au/2008/05/toyota-camry.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Kham)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19231056.post-7900901823300440061Mon, 26 May 2008 13:00:00 +00002008-05-30T13:14:01.529+10:002008 Holden VE Calais V 60th Anniversary Special Edition GM Media Release GM Holden introduces the VE Calais V 60th Anniversary Special Edition, with a range of interior and exterior features including an electric sunroof and 19-inch alloy wheels. "The Calais V 60th Anniversary Special Edition is another example of Holden's commitment to value with levels of luxury and sophistication set to http://www.autoclub.com.au/2008/05/holden-ve-calais-v-se.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Kham)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19231056.post-8806282051615446723Sun, 25 May 2008 11:56:00 +00002008-05-28T12:53:31.655+10:002008 Holden Astra CDTi Wagon GM Media Release Australia's biggest-selling European imported car in 2007, the Holden Astra, is now available in a turbocharged diesel wagon, bringing the number of diesel models in Holden's line-up to four. The feature-packed Astra CDTi Wagon boasts ESP as standard and a 1.9 litre turbo diesel engine delivering exceptional performance and fuel economy. The Euro 4http://www.autoclub.com.au/2008/05/holden-astra-cdti-wagon.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Kham)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19231056.post-6325613330048543919Thu, 22 May 2008 13:55:00 +00002008-06-19T13:36:09.233+10:002009 Kia Soul Kia Motors Press Release Kia Motors Corporation has confirmed that its all-new production model will retain the spirit and name of the SOUL concept cars shown earlier this year at the Geneva Motor Show, and the first SOUL concept debuted at the 2006 North American International Auto Show. As well as confirming the name, Kia has released the first official photograph of the http://www.autoclub.com.au/2008/05/kia-soul.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Kham)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19231056.post-409614968353015297Thu, 22 May 2008 13:45:00 +00002008-07-16T12:32:10.802+10:002008 Volkswagen Scirocco GT24 Volkswagen Press Release Volkswagen will present the world premiere of a 239 kW (325 PS) version of the new Scirocco today at the legendary GTI Meet at Worther Lake. For two days later, a team of legendary drivers will start the 24-hour race at the Nurburgring in the sports version of the Scirocco. Thus, the new Scirocco will be in the spotlight at two cult events http://www.autoclub.com.au/2008/05/volkswagen-scirocco-gt24.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Kham)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19231056.post-585595925971221233Thu, 22 May 2008 13:45:00 +00002008-05-23T14:51:10.965+10:002008 Audi TT Clubsport Quattro Audi Press Release An open cockpit, an engine producing more than 220 kW (300 hp) and a host of technologies borrowed from the world of motorsports – the Audi TT clubsport quattro is an uncompromising driving machine. Audi is presenting an updated version of the spectacular showcar and sensation of 2007 at the Worthersee Tour, the big meet for Audi and VW http://www.autoclub.com.au/2008/05/audi-tt-clubsport-quattro.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Kham)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19231056.post-4694393912681666706Wed, 21 May 2008 13:50:00 +00002008-05-25T13:05:44.117+10:002008 Saab 9-X BioHybrid Concept GM Media Release Saab comes to the 2008 Sexy Green Car Show at the Eden Project with its ground-breaking vision of what the future compact car could look like – the Saab 9-X BioHybrid. First seen at the 2008 Geneva Auto Show in March, where it won 'Best Concept', the Saab 9-X BioHybrid is making its UK debut at the show. Saab continues to lead Europe's drive on http://www.autoclub.com.au/2008/05/saab-9-x-biohybrid-concept.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Kham)