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Holden's confidence continued to grow in the 1960s as it introduced new models and broke new sales records. Holden expanded beyond the local market, exporting cars in CKD form to more than 55 markets in 1966. More and more mechanical features were made available, including an imported V8 engine on HK.

GM Holden's seven millionth vehicle has rolled off the production line, creating a record manufacturing achievement in Australia's automotive history.

This is part of the top of the range W109 model S class that Mercedes produced in the late Sixties/early Seventies, a close relation to the famous 300 SEL 6.3.

Fairlane had been a winner for Ford since its 1955 debut, but sales were on the slide by the late 1960s, so the intermediate line in the Ford range was "humperdinck-ed" and the Torino was born.

An XB GT coupe may not be a regular choice when looking for a charity 'bash' car, but then again, Spot On Fishing Tackle in SA aren't your regular company!

Volvo and Fast Impressions - Australia's most stylish speed dating service - have teamed up to launch Test Drive Dating_, a racy new in-car speed dating format for busy professionals.

Gloomy talk of global warming, carbon offsets and fluctuating fuel prices didn't dull the enthusiasm of buyers at Shannons Sydney Winter Auction on July 21, with excellent prices achieved by a number of European, British and Australian classics.

If you catch sight of a big green truck emblazoned with Shannons signage at a major automotive event near you soon, don't be alarmed!

If you've ever called in to California Image, you'll no doubt be familiar with the larger than life figure that is Shane Delaforce.

A chilly Mudgee Racecourse was the starting point for the 80th anniversary Royal Flying Doctor Service Outback Car Trek on June 1st.

Porsche celebrates 60 years of manufacturing in 2008. The German sports car manufacturer grew out of Ferry Porsche's disdain for suitable sports cars that were available following WWII.

As the world's oldest continuous motoring brand, Peugeot has gone from strength to strength since 1891, and is proud to have produced its 50-millionth vehicle.

The protection and performance you need from Nulon's 100% Synthetic and Mineral based Oils, are now available in compact & convenient 1 Litre bottles - the perfect top up.

The Mazda RX-8, the world's most successful rotary powered sports car, has been substantially updated.

This is Mazda's latest concept of a sporty, compact crossover vehicle. Called the Mazda Kazamai, which means "swirling winds" will be revealed at the Moscow Motor Show.

You will have noticed that 2008 is a year of many automotive anniversaries. Just this issue we have stories on Holden's 60th anniversay, Commodores 30th, Porsches 60th and Lotus 60th anniversary.

Great advances have been made by Kincrome Australia with the release of a Ring Ratchet and Adaptor set including one gear spanner with 13 adaptors that allow you to change your gear spanner to 15 different sizes.

Commodore's place as Holden's longest-standing and most successful nameplate is undisputed.

With the focus being on all things Commodore - and Brock - this issue, it seems only appropriate that we bring to your attention a combination of the two!

When a Parnelli Jones Saleen Mustang, Ferrari F430 and Lotus Exige have to park outside, it gives you an idea that something very special must be inside!

Gippsland Vehicle Museum has received a major boost, gaining the support of Shannons.

Based on the FG Falcon XR8 sedan road car, the new Blue Oval weapon was designed and built by major Ford V8 Supercar teams Ford Performance Racing Triple 8 and Stone Brothers Racing.

And now, the end is near, And so I face the final curtain. My friend, I'll say it clear, I'll state my case, of which I'm certain. . . . .

Around the Canberra corridors of power they call him BT. Come breakfast time he yells, "where's my BLT"; some minion responds "sorry BT - I'll get the BLT, PDQ".