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All new Kia Soul 2014 revealed at Frankfurt Motor Show

September 15, 2013 | By | Add a Comment
All new Kia Soul 2014 revealed at Frankfurt Motor Show

At the recent Frankfurt Motor Show, Kia revealed the all new Kia Soul 2014 which will go on sale in Europe in 2014. The 2014 Kia Soul, while staying true to its original iconic design, has adopted an all new platform based largely on the latest Kia cee’d which has resulted in much improved ride […]

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SUV and some 4WD drivers learn to drive

July 27, 2013 | By | Add a Comment
SUV and some 4WD drivers learn to drive

A couple of days ago I almost had an accident. I wasn’t speeding, I had a three second gap, visibility was good and road conditions were normal. So why did I nearly have an accident…… Because the SUV I was following suddenly swerved from one lane to another – no indicator, minimal brake lights and […]

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The all new Mazda3 – Kodo in nature and design.

July 13, 2013 | By | Add a Comment
The all new Mazda3 – Kodo in nature and design.

While the recent release of Mazda 6 heralded the arrival of a new generation of Mazda, the public launch of the new Mazda3 confirms Mazda’s continued commitment to be leaders in design and innovation. The Mazda3 is the third model to incorporate Mazda’s KODO design language which at its heart is the desire to express […]

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Volkswagen Amarok – I AMarok now with 8 Speed Automatic

July 3, 2013 | By | Add a Comment
Volkswagen Amarok – I AMarok now with 8 Speed Automatic

The Volkswagen Amarok already has a proven pedigree in Australia having survived the rigours and challenges that only the Australian Outback can offer. We have seen the Volkswagen Amarok ute tow a 32 tonne road train and traverse unweilding terrain with ease. The Volkswagen Amarok, which was released to the Australian market in 2011, has […]

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Wonder Woman and the Kia Sportage

April 1, 2013 | By | Add a Comment
Wonder Woman and the Kia Sportage

Kia Motors America have teamed up with DC Entertainment and Super Street magazine to create a Wonder Woman inspired Kia Sportage and which has been unveiled at the 2013 New York International Auto Show. The Wonder Woman Kia Sportage Lasso is the latest instalment in an eight vehicle partnership which will see vehicles inspired by the iconic […]

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Mazda MX5 Special Edition

January 17, 2013 | By | Add a Comment
Mazda MX5 Special Edition

Mazda Mx5 – With Australia experiencing floods, floods and more floods most people wouldn’t be thinking about purchasing a convertible. And it is in this environment that Mazda has released the Mazda Mx5 Special Edition.

Since its release in 1989, the Mazda MX5 has dominated the convertible market due to its reliability, good looks and affordability. […]

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First Peak – Kia Rondo

September 26, 2012 | By | Add a Comment
First Peak – Kia Rondo

Photos of the all new Kia Rondo (also known as Kia Carens) have been released ahead of its World premiere at the upcoming Paris Motor Show. With similar design styles as other recently released Kia models, the Kia Rondo falls into the ever competitive compact MPV sector of the market. With a sleek design complemented […]

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Mazda 6 – Moscow Motor Show

August 26, 2012 | By | Add a Comment
Mazda 6 – Moscow Motor Show

Mazda 6 First Images: In an automotive world where it appears that one manufacturer follows the design ideas of another, it is always with bated breath that we in the motoring media wait for the next incarnation from a company such as Mazda, who are generally accepted as the design leaders amongst the non-European car […]

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Hyundai Genesis – Vanilla not Chocolate

July 26, 2012 | By | Add a Comment
Hyundai Genesis – Vanilla not Chocolate

Remember the Hyundai S Coupe? Originally released in the early 1990s the S Coupe or “Scoop” was based on the Hyundai Excel but with a more sporty design. Competing against the Toyota Celica, Ford Capri and Holden Calibra the Hyundai S Coupe never stood a chance. Fast forward 20 + years. Throw in the significant […]

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Hyundai Veloster is coming in 2012

July 22, 2012 | By | Add a Comment
Hyundai Veloster is coming in 2012

Hyundai Veloster Australian Release: It’s official, Hyundai has announced that the Hyundai Veloster will be in Australian showrooms in the new year. 

A compact three door coupe, powered by a 1.6 litre petrol direct injection, four cylinder engine and with a six speed manual or dual clutch transmission the Veloster was recently named “Urban Car of the Year” by a […]

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