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Subaru BRZ STI revealed
![STI](http://web.archive.org./web/20130820085227im_/http://images.theage.com.au/2013/08/20/4676418/sti_320-90x60.jpg)
11:53am Tweaked coupe for Japan only, as locals beat them to it with BRZ S.
2013 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance
![Pebble Beach](http://web.archive.org./web/20130820085227im_/http://images.theage.com.au/2013/08/19/4674760/Award-ribbons-hang-from-the-bumper-of-a-1935-Auburn-851-Speedster_320-90x60.jpg)
It's all about originality at America's premier classic car show. Photos: Reuters/Michael Fiala.
Audi Quattro design sketches
![Audi has confirmed the return of iconic Quattro to its line-up with the release of a series of official design sketches revealing the dramatic look of the new 300km/h plus supercoupe.](http://web.archive.org./web/20130820085227im_/http://images.theage.com.au/2013/08/19/4673712/SQC130001_large_320-90x60.jpg)
Audi has confirmed the return of iconic Quattro to its line-up with the release of a series of official design sketches revealing the dramatic look of the new 300km/h plus supercoupe.
Burning rubber loses its heat
![Drag racers at Western Sydney International Dragway with their cars.
14th August 2013
Photo: Wolter Peeters
The Sydney Morning Herald](http://web.archive.org./web/20130820085227im_/http://images.theage.com.au/2013/08/17/4670628/th-car-90x60.jpg)
Like a scene from the movie The Fast and The Furious, men stand beside highly modified cars and brag about their machines while thumping bass vibrates in the background.
Head to head: Kia Sportage vs Mitsubishi ASX
![Kia Sportage SLi vs Mitsubishi ASX Aspire.](http://web.archive.org./web/20130820085227im_/http://images.theage.com.au/2013/08/15/4663298/IMG_3805_320-90x60.jpg)
We pit the Kia Sportage SLi up against the Mitsubishi ASX Aspire.
Mercedes-Benz GL350 BlueTec: Outback review
![Mercedes-Benz GL350 BlueTec](http://web.archive.org./web/20130820085227im_/http://images.theage.com.au/2013/08/12/4655207/Mercedes-Benz-P1070150_320-90x60.jpg)
Mercedes-Benz GL350 BlueTec: Outback review
Toyota LandCruiser Sahara 200-Series: Outback review
![Toyota LandCruiser Sahara 200-Series:](http://web.archive.org./web/20130820085227im_/http://images.theage.com.au/2013/08/12/4655306/Toyota-P1070184_320-90x60.jpg)
Toyota LandCruiser Sahara 200-Series: Outback review
BMW Concept M4
![BMW Concept M4](http://web.archive.org./web/20130820085227im_/http://images.theage.com.au/2013/08/16/4666346/BMW-M4-Coupe-Concept-3_320-90x60.jpg)
Muscular M division concept gives a preview to the upcoming M4 coupe.
Outback comparison review
![Comparo](http://web.archive.org./web/20130820085227im_/http://images.theage.com.au/2013/08/16/4666162/comparo_320-90x60.jpg)
They're easy on the eye and city-friendly but can top-end SUVs handle the dirt?
New Volkswagen Golf 103TSI
![Golf](http://web.archive.org./web/20130820085227im_/http://images.theage.com.au/2013/08/16/4666007/golf_320-90x60.jpg)
The latest model is all class, but you do have to pay for it.
2013 Kia Cerato hatch
![2013 Kia Cerato hatch](http://web.archive.org./web/20130820085227im_/http://images.theage.com.au/2013/08/15/4664538/14Cer5dS-02_320-90x60.jpg)
South Korean brand's new five-door small car priced to take on the established players.
New Jaguar XJR
![XJR](http://web.archive.org./web/20130820085227im_/http://images.theage.com.au/2013/08/15/4664160/xjr_320-90x60.jpg)
British brand’s hard core limo offers a place to thrill and chill.
New Citroen DS3 Cabrio
Drop-top French hatchback is a stylish option just in time for the warmer months.
2014 Pirelli calendar
![Pirelli Calendar](http://web.archive.org./web/20130820085227im_/http://images.theage.com.au/2013/08/15/4662843/pirreli_320-90x60.jpg)
Australian supermodel Miranda Kerr will star in the 50th edition of the Pirelli Calendar.
Spied! BMW M4
![BMW M4](http://web.archive.org./web/20130820085227im_/http://images.theage.com.au/2013/08/15/4662653/bmw4_320-90x60.jpg)
German brand’s new performance hero coupe spotted almost undisguised ahead of Frankfurt debut.
New Skoda Yeti
![Skoda](http://web.archive.org./web/20130820085227im_/http://images.theage.com.au/2013/08/15/4662602/skoda_320-90x60.jpg)
The new Skoda Yeti has been revealed before the 2013 Frankfurt motor show.
From gamer to racer
Lucas Ordonez graduated from the PlayStation Academy to go on and compete in competitive motor racing.
New Mercedes-Benz GLA
![GLA](http://web.archive.org./web/20130820085227im_/http://images.theage.com.au/2013/08/14/4659829/gla_320-90x60.jpg)
Images of the new Mercedes-Benz GLA have been leaked online.
Spied! Honda Civic Type R
![Type R](http://web.archive.org./web/20130820085227im_/http://images.theage.com.au/2013/08/14/4659483/type-r_320-90x60.jpg)
Spy photographers have caught the Honda Civic Type during testing at the Nurburgring.
Ford Everest concept revealed
![Blue oval brand takes the wraps off seven-seat Ranger-based SUV.](http://web.archive.org./web/20130820085227im_/http://images.theage.com.au/2013/08/13/4657518/P1070787_320-90x60.jpg)
Blue oval brand takes the wraps off seven-seat Ranger-based SUV.
Ssangyong Korando facelift revealed
![Ssangyong Korando facelift](http://web.archive.org./web/20130820085227im_/http://images.theage.com.au/2013/08/12/4654982/SsangYong-Korando-FL-16-5B2-5D_320-90x60.jpg)
Korean car maker Ssangyong has updated its Korando SUV, bringing a host of cosmetic and mechanical revisions.
Honda Civic Tourer
![Honda Civic Tourer](http://web.archive.org./web/20130820085227im_/http://images.theage.com.au/2013/08/12/4654737/2014-Honda-Civic-Tourer-1-5B2-5D_320-90x60.jpg)
Japanese brand takes the wraps off new small station wagon.
2013 Mercedes E-Class Coupe
![E-Class coupe](http://web.archive.org./web/20130820085227im_/http://images.theage.com.au/2013/08/12/4654006/E250Coupe_track2_320-90x60.jpg)
Cheap, stylish and well-equipped: the face-lifted 'Benz two-door offers unprecedented value.
Toyota 86 Tada prototype first drive
![Toyota 86 Tada prototype](http://web.archive.org./web/20130820085227im_/http://images.theage.com.au/2013/08/09/4648617/photo_320-90x60.jpg)
Handling pack upgrade improves grip but is still waiting for green light.
Great drives: Goa, India
![Matt Campbell takes a Ford EcoSport mini SUV on a trip through Goa, India.](http://web.archive.org./web/20130820085227im_/http://images.theage.com.au/2013/08/07/4637555/15_EcoSport_India_320-90x60.jpg)
The west coast of India has a touch of Portugal and more than enough mayhem.
Ford Mondeo 2007-2013
![2011 Ford Mondeo. Photo: Mark Bean.](http://web.archive.org./web/20130820085227im_/http://images.theage.com.au/2013/08/09/4647194/ford-mondeo_320-90x60.jpg)
With Ford's recent announcement that it would cease local production from 2016, plenty of observers have been speculating on what Ford model might fill the Falcon's rather big shoes after that date.
BMW i8
![BMW i8 prototype](http://web.archive.org./web/20130820085227im_/http://images.theage.com.au/2013/08/07/4637909/27_i8_Predrive_320-90x60.jpg)
The most technically-advanced car BMW has ever produced, and one of the first of a new breed of hybrid sports cars.
Land Rover Discovery update spotted
![Photo: Automedia.](http://web.archive.org./web/20130820085227im_/http://images.theage.com.au/2013/08/08/4642865/Land-Rover-Discovery-Facelift-002_320-90x60.jpg)
Off-roader set to get high-powered Jaguar F-Type supercharged petrol engine.
2013 Mercedes E-Class Cabriolet
![2013 Mercedes E-Class Cabriolet](http://web.archive.org./web/20130820085227im_/http://images.theage.com.au/2013/08/08/4642669/E250Cab_3_4f3_1024-90x60.jpg)
The new range-topping model gets a 3.0-litre bi-turbo six-cylinder engine in the place of the outgoing 4.6-litre eight-pot. The revised configuration produces 245kW and 480Nm of torque, as well as returning a respectable 0-100km/h sprint time of 5.3 seconds.
2013 Peugeot 208 GTi
![Peugeot has announced a starting price of $29,990 plus on-road costs for its new 208 GTi hot-hatch.](http://web.archive.org./web/20130820085227im_/http://images.theage.com.au/2013/08/07/4637381/Peugeot-208-GTi-009_320-90x60.jpg)
Peugeot has announced a starting price of $29,990 plus on-road costs for its new 208 GTi hot-hatch.
HSV Maloo
![HSV Maloo Car Pool](http://web.archive.org./web/20130820085227im_/http://images.theage.com.au/2013/08/07/4637939/Maloo_R8_SV_01_320-90x60.jpg)
It started life as a ute, but this two-door sports car is all about performance.
Head to Head: Fiat 500 Pop v Mitsubishi Mirage ES
![Head to Head: Fiat 500 Pop v Mitsubishi Mirage ES](http://web.archive.org./web/20130820085227im_/http://images.theage.com.au/2013/08/07/4639960/IMG_3606_320-90x60.jpg)
Funky Italian and frugal Japanese city cars battle for urban appeal.
Hyundai i10 city car
![Hyundai i10 city car coming to Australia](http://web.archive.org./web/20130820085227im_/http://images.theage.com.au/2013/08/07/4638000/New-Generation-i10_1_320-90x60.jpg)
Hyundai is considering adding a cut-price city car contender to its local lineup.
Porsche builds Facebook fan car
![The model, based on the all-wheel-drive, wide-bodied Carrera 4S, features a Facebook like colour scheme in blue with white accents.](http://web.archive.org./web/20130820085227im_/http://images.theage.com.au/2013/08/06/4633067/1093848_10151777110032668_595928544_o_320-90x60.jpg)
German sports car brand celebrates 5 million likes with one-off 911.
Lamborghini Gallardo Squadra Corse revealed
![Lamborghini Gallardo Squadra Corse](http://web.archive.org./web/20130820085227im_/http://images.theage.com.au/2013/08/02/4624224/Lamborghini-6423C2OK_SEBA_OMBRA_bassa_320-90x60.jpg)
The 15th edition of the current model sports car unveiled ahead of Frankfurt debut.
Ford Fiesta ST pricing
![Ford has priced the new Fiesta ST hot-hatch at just $25,990 plus on-road costs.](http://web.archive.org./web/20130820085227im_/http://images.theage.com.au/2013/08/02/4623616/image986233_c_320-90x60.jpg)
Ford has priced the new Fiesta ST hot-hatch at just $25,990 plus on-road costs.
Head to Head: Nissan Pulsar SSS v Mitsubishi Lancer VRX
![Head to Head: Nissan Pulsar SSS v Mitsubishi Lancer VRX](http://web.archive.org./web/20130820085227im_/http://images.theage.com.au/2013/07/30/4613975/IMG_3542_320-90x60.jpg)
Two sporty Japanese small cars battle for the best value hot hatch crown.
Car Pool: Opel Astra GTC
![Opel Astra GTC](http://web.archive.org./web/20130820085227im_/http://images.theage.com.au/2013/08/01/4620749/opel-gtc-1_320-90x60.jpg)
Opel has introduced this 1.6-litre SIDI turbo engine paired with a six-speed automatic transmission.
HSV GTS at the track
![HSV GTS at the track](http://web.archive.org./web/20130820085227im_/http://images.theage.com.au/2013/07/30/4615131/_DSC4629_320-90x60.jpg)
The GTS may look, feel and smell similar to others from the hot rod Holden stables, but its persistence in struggling for traction through its first two gears (our first encounter with the GTS was with the six-speed auto) is something that brand has until now not had to deal with.
Ford Fiesta pricing revealed
![Price watch: Ford Fiesta](http://web.archive.org./web/20130820085227im_/http://images.theage.com.au/2013/08/01/4619826/image98462_c_320-90x60.jpg)
Updated city car gets a new frugal 1.0-litre turbo model - but only for the most expensive model
Audi RS 6 Avant
![Audi RS 6 Avant](http://web.archive.org./web/20130820085227im_/http://images.theage.com.au/2013/07/31/4616644/RS-6-AVANT--TWielecki--038_320-90x60.jpg)
Prodigious punch in a practical body; it’s a heck of a sales pitch for the fastest, most expensive wagon on the market.
Jaguar F-Type S
![F-type](http://web.archive.org./web/20130820085227im_/http://images.theage.com.au/2013/07/30/4615221/F-TYPE-V8S-046_320-90x60.jpg)
British brand's first two-seater roadster in over 40 years has to shoulder a lot of expectations, not just from within...
Quick Spin: Chrysler 300C SRT8 Core
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Quick Spin: Chrysler 300C SRT8 Core
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July 29, 2013 - 3:17PM
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Stripped-out sedan recalls old-school muscle car era.
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What is it?
A cheaper version of the 300C SRT8. It has the same 6.4-litre V8 but misses out on luxuries like the premium stereo, leather seats and the adjustable suspension](http://web.archive.org./web/20130820085227im_/http://images.theage.com.au/2013/07/29/4611923/str8-core-7_320-90x60.jpg)
A cheaper version of the 300C SRT8. It has the same 6.4-litre V8 but misses out on luxuries like the premium stereo, leather seats and the adjustable suspension
Revealed: BMW i3
![Revealed: BMW i3](http://web.archive.org./web/20130820085227im_/http://images.theage.com.au/2013/07/29/4611424/BMW_i3--3-_320-90x60.jpg)
Innovative i3 heralds electric car future for traditional German car maker.
Lamborghini's winter wonderland
![Lambo](http://web.archive.org./web/20130820085227im_/http://images.theage.com.au/2013/07/23/4594334/LAMBORGHINI-HIGHLANDS-0507201320-90x60.jpg)
Lamborghini has been conducting similar events for more than a decade in the northern Italian alpine village of Cortina and, most recently, on the ice flats of Inner Mongolia in the north of China. But this is the first time it has conducted the Winter Academy on the southern side of the equator.
Mini reveals Vision for new Cooper
![The third-generation Mini Cooper has been presaged by a stylish new concept model.](http://web.archive.org./web/20130820085227im_/http://images.theage.com.au/2013/07/26/4603835/P90128972_highRes_320-90x60.jpg)
The third-generation Mini Cooper has been presaged by a stylish new concept model.
Nissan Pulsar ST
![Base-model Japanese hatch is big on space and value, but lacks the economy and agility of its rivals](http://web.archive.org./web/20130820085227im_/http://images.theage.com.au/2013/07/26/4603591/st-hatch-4_320-90x60.jpg)
Base-model Japanese hatch is big on space and value, but lacks the economy and agility of its rivals.
Theory of devolution
![Photo: Cristian Brunell.](http://web.archive.org./web/20130820085227im_/http://images.theage.com.au/2013/07/26/4603566/falcon-vs-falcon_320-90x60.jpg)
Modern cars are certainly safer than their forebears but, given they cost significantly more, are they actually better?