Articles by Mike Ryan

The all-new 2011 Jaguar XJ has been named 2011 International Luxury Car of the Year, in recognition of its unique design and stellar performance.

A UK motorist has just received the keys to the first of 333 Audi R8 GT high performance sports cars.

Volvo's futuristic large luxury sedan, the Concept Universe, is truly a global vehicle. Unleashed in Shanghai, Volvo is aiming to conquer China and beyond with the Scandinavian-designed automobile. It's sleek on the outside and soft on the inside, holding out the promise of an oasis of serenity amid a world of uncertainty.

Assuming top position in BMW's high-performance convertible range, the new 6 Series Convertible has arrived in Australia.

Audi have revealed the A3 e-tron concept at the 2011 Auto Shanghai. Billed as an "attractive technical study", the the four-seat notchback sedan integrates the full breadth of the brand's technological expertise, from the enhanced MMI operating system and high-end infotainment system to the drivetrain. High fuel efficiency is also on the cards, with the plug-in hybrid boasting two powerplants and lithium-ion batteries that store enough energy to propel the car on electric power alone for up to 54 km.

Victorian driver Will Orders and West Australian young gun Tom Wilde have taken the honours in the Kumho Future Champions Award at the opening round of the Bosch Australian Rally Championship, the Quit Forest Rally in Western Australia.

The opening round of the Bosch Australian Rally Championship has been dominated by Queensland Toyota driver Ryan Smart.

Tyre maker Pirelli is gearing up for round three of the 2011 Formula One World Championship, the upcoming Chinese Grand Prix.

The new LF-Gh (Lexus Future Grand Touring Hybrid) concept is set to make its international debut at New York International Auto Show. The cutting-edge car points to Lexus' design direction to come, with novel elements including a new 'spindle' front grille.

Changes to the 2011 Bosch Australian Rally Championship are planned, with a new 2WD format and SUV category set to make the field both more exciting and more affordable. The overhaul will take effect over the next two years.

The Saab 9-3X wagon is styled as an all-rounder in the premium mid-market segment, and presents as an alternative to conventional large crossover and SUV options.

After 18 years of manufacturing high-tech engines, Audi Hungaria has hit the 20 million mark.