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NEWS INDEX:   July 2014



Kia expand Cerato line-up
1st July, 2014
Sitting between the S and the Si grades, the Cerato S Premium will add satellite navigation, rear view camera, 7-inch touch screen, 16-inch alloys, auto headlamp control, DVD player and more for a price-leading $24,590* ..... more

SOLD: 1937 Jaguar SS 100 for £208,700 (GBP)
1st July, 2014
A 1937 Jaguar 2½-Litre Roadster once owned by British funny man, Norman Wisdom, sold last Friday for £208,700 (GBP) (approximately $378,524 AUD) ..... more

Mitsubishi Mirage sedan release imminent
3rd July, 2014
Despite its spacious interior dimensions, the Mirage sedan upholds the Mirage’s reputation for frugal and efficient performance, with all sedan models having a fuel consumption rating of 4.9 litres/100km (combined cycle) ..... more

Mazda MX-5 4th generation unveiling details
3rd July, 2014
Mazda will unveil the upcoming 4th generation Mazda MX-5 at a "Thank You" event in Japan. It will be simultaneously unveiled in USA and Spain ..... more

Stolen Corvette returned after 33 years
3rd July, 2014
Talley last saw his Corvette in 1981. But more than 30 years later, Talley received a call from AAA informing him that his car had turned up about 1,535 kilometres away ..... more

BMW M3 sedan & M4 coupe released
3rd July, 2014
Fifth edition of the BMW M3; More powerful turbocharged engine; Both the M3 Sedan and M4 Coupé are imbued with more standard specifications; Pricing for the M3 sedan begins at $156,900* and $166,900* for the M4 coupé ..... more

Audi A3 cabriolet released
4th July, 2014
All-new design language for Audi’s compact cabriolet; Entry-level 1.4 TFSI Attraction model priced from $47,300*; Four all-new drivetrains, including quattro all-wheel-drive for the first time ..... more

Limited edition Honda CR-V
8th July, 2014
Based on the existing VTi in both two- and four-wheel drive, the CR-V ‘Plus+’ receives: 18-inch alloy wheels, Fog lights, Front and rear parking sensors, Automatic headlights, Rain-sensing wipers, Metallic paint ..... more

Skoda Superb updated
9th July, 2014
The brand's larger model has new design elements, a fresh interior and improved technical features. The fuel consumption and emissions have decreased on both petrol and diesel variants ..... more

New engines for Jaguar Land Rover
11th July, 2014
"Ingenium" is an all-new range of compact, lightweight, low-emissions diesel and petrol turbocharged engines that deliver efficiency and performance; Configurable and flexible common diesel and petrol architecture enables maximum manufacturing efficiency, more variants, higher quality and greater speed to market ..... more

Camper van the Mercedes-Benz way
11th July, 2014
Marco Polo sets new standards in perceived quality, stylish living and comfortable practicality; Outstanding seating and sleeping comfort; Good safety and dynamic driving comfort for a passenger van; intended for German market ..... more

UK gathering of historic Peugeots
11th July, 2014
The cars belonged to members of l’Aventure Peugeot, the Brand’s heritage arm with a fabulous museum in Sochaux near Mulhouse, France ..... more

Extreme muscle for Dodge's muscle car
13th July, 2014
The fastest muscle car ever is also the most powerful muscle car ever, thanks to the Challenger SRT’s HEMI Hellcat, which delivers an unprecedented 707 horsepower ..... more

Citroen providing six years warranty, roadside assistance & capped price servicing
15th July, 2014
Commencing yesterday, buyers of any C-line or DS models will be covered by the six-year unlimited kilometre warranty as well as six-year roadside assist and six year’s Capped Price Servicing across the passenger car range ..... more

VW grab $165.8 million (USD) to set-up for new SUV
15th July, 2014
Originally shown at the 2013 Detroit Motor Show, the CrossBlue Concept will be the basis of a new mid-size SUV. The new model will sit in the product range between Tiguan and Touareg ..... more

Mercedes-Benz C-Class prices announced
15th July, 2014
A clear design, a sporty interior with high-class appeal and a generous sense of space, the lightest body shell in the segment, economical and lively engines, efficiency benchmarks, extensive safety features, a new agile and comfortable suspension as well as a host of other innovations provide the impression of an upgrade ..... more

Mini One arrives
16th July, 2014
New entry point to the Mini range; Powered by three cylinder engine; Lowest priced Mini since re-launch in 2002; Starting from $24,500* ..... more

Honda Civic sedan updated
16th July, 2014
One of Australia’s favourite small sedans – the Honda Civic – has received a number of significant upgrades including a revised variant line-up, new styling, more standard features and a new price from just $18,490* ..... more

The new Mazda 2 revealed
17th July, 2014
Production of new Mazda 2, which has been fully redesigned for the first time in seven years, has begun at Mazda’s Hofu Plant No. 1 in Yamaguchi, Japan ..... more

Aston Martin V12 Vantage S Roadster
17th July, 2014
Brand’s most potent and exhilarating roadster; 6.0-litre V12 engine: 421 kW and 620 Nm; Supreme agility and intense excitement; 0 to 100km/h in 4.1 seconds ..... more

Jaguar XE: more details
17th July, 2014
XE: a true sports saloon with class-leading dynamics, refinement and technology; Precise handling and high-quality ride is assured with Integral Link rear suspension; The finely-honed F-TYPE-derived front suspension delivers accurate and immediate response; World-first All Surface Progress Control system ensures rear-wheel drive traction from standstill in any conditions ..... more

Toyota Land Cruiser "Altitude" limited edition
18th July, 2014
Powered by a twin-turbo V8 diesel engine, the eight-seat Altitude is based on the Land Cruiser GXL. Just 600 examples are available. It gains a raft of features usually reserved for the higher-grade Land Cruiser 200 Series VX and Sahara models, yet it is priced just $1,505 more than the host vehicle at $91,220* ..... more

Renault Megane R.S. 265 arrives
23rd July, 2014
Already extremely powerful, Megane R.S. styling has taken on even more dynamism with the brand’s new design identity. The new front-end features the enlarged Renault logo, showcased by the gloss black background ..... more

BMW 2 Series Tourer due in November
24th July, 2014
First front-wheel drive BMW-branded car; Three cylinder engine; Global availability from later this year ..... more

Toyota 86 updated
24th July, 2014
Ride, handling and driving fun improved for Toyota's sports car; Prices still commence from $29,990* ..... more

Ford Falcon XR8 revealed
25th July, 2014
Bonnet power dome has been enhanced; XR6 and XR8 feature unique headlight design; due for release in 4th quarter ..... more

Jaguar Land Rover’s Special Operations acquire huge British car collection
28th July, 2014
Vast collection of 543 cars amassed by British enthusiast James Hull acquired by Jaguar Land Rover; Collection includes an SS100, a rare alloy XK120, early E-types and a MK X once owned by Sir William Lyons ..... more

Aston Martin's upcoming Lagonda sedan
28th July, 2014
Return of the Lagonda nameplate; Limited series production from early 2015; Four-door sedan aimed solely at customers in the Middle East ..... more

Ford's new Falcon and Territory revealed
29th July, 2014
The freshened Ford Falcon and Territory will arrive later this year with a more modern look ..... more


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