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Defining the RF - and separating it from the normal MX-5 soft-top convertible – is its fastback styling, with flying buttress rear pillars that form part of the four-piece electrically-folding hard roof.

In February, Holden Special Vehicles (HSV) announced their range for 2017, which will be the final products to be based on the Australian-made ‘Zeta’ platform Commodore sedan and utility.

The #88 Maranello Motorsport 488 GT3, driven by Craig Lowndes, Jamie Whincup and Finnish sportscar ace Toni Vilander, was the sole Ferrari entered this year, but stamped its presence early with pole position in the hands of Vilander.

On the third anniversary of the sinkhole that opened up in the National Corvette Museum (NCM) and swallowed eight Corvettes, the NCM announced that restoration has begun on a 1962 Corvette convertible that was one of the victims of the event.

This past January, Bonhams’ annual Scottsdale auction had something of an Aussie flavour when an English car with a long history in this country was the top seller. The car in question was a 1963 Jaguar E-Type “Lightweight”, one of twelve dedicated competition versions of the E-Type created by Jaguar for circuit competition.

The old saying goes: “a good big one will always beat a good little one”, but it’s amazing how many big cars a very good little one can beat…  The HTCAV’s 2016 Club Champion, David Brown and his Datsun 1600 SSS, are proof that a healthy budget, a scientific mind and continuous development can add speed in between race meetings.    

Ahead of its dynamic debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, Jaguar has unveiled info and images of their 'Project8', a highly-modified version of the XE compact sedan that follows on from 2014's F-Type-based Project 7 convertible.

Less than two years after it was unveiled as a concept, Aston Martin has confirmed that their all-electric 'RapidE' - the first electric-powered model from the prestige carmaker - will enter production in 2019.

A 'limited-edition performance package' of Toyota's 86 sports coupe has been announced - with styling, braking and suspension upgrades - and limited to just 60 units for Australia.

A one-off Mustang coupe with Tickford enhancements, including a performance upgrade and unique paint, is being auctioned to raise funds for the Olivia Newton-John Cancer Wellness and Research Centre.

The first official images of the next-generation, fully-imported Commodore race car were revealed today, ahead of the car's debut in the 2018 Virgin Australia Supercars Championship.

Ford Australia announced today that Mustang has achieved a new local sales record, with 1351 going to Aussie enthusiasts this past May, breaking the previous record of 786 sales in September, 2016.

Ford-licensed performance upgrades to suit the MY16/17 Mustang are now available from Ford dealers Australia-wide.

Jaguar Land Rover's SVO (Special Vehicle Operations) division have released initial details on the Jaguar XE SV Project 8 sedan - what's been described as "the most extreme performance Jaguar ever."

Honda Australia has announced that order books are now open for the hotshot new Civic Type R, ahead of its Australian arrival on 1 October.

Maserati has added a new model to its local range - the Ghibli Sport - which is being offered here in strictly limited numbers.

After journeying around the world and gathering the signatures of more than 10,000 fans, the one-millionth Mazda MX-5 has returned home to Japan.

2018 will mark 65 years since the Corvette was introduced, so Chevrolet are set to acknowledge the occasion with a special edition that they're describing as "the ultimate carbon fibre package".

Historic Winton, Australia's largest and most popular all-historic motor race meeting presents two big days of non-stop racing. The event will feature over 400 historic racing cars and motorbikes from the 1920s to the 1980s, plus a huge heritage display of veteran and vintage vehicles.

The chance to purchase a E-type Jaguar direct from the factory has re-emerged, with the Series 1 (1961-1968) version of the iconic Jaguar sports car - from Jaguar Land Rover (JLR)'s 'Reborn' program - to be offered in restored, factory authentic form.

Ahead of their Australian arrival, Mercedes-Benz has announced local pricing for the Mercedes-AMG E 63 4MATIC+ and AMG E 63 S 4MATIC+ models.

After the softop Mazda MX-5 convertible won a "Red Dot: Best of the Best" award at the 2015 Red Dot product design awards in Germany, the recently-released MX-5 RF (Retractable Fastback) has done the same, scoring its Best of the Best trophy at this year's awards.

Arguably the ultimate police car, the latest police-spec version of Lamborghini's Huracan V10 AWD super sports coupe has hit the streets of its home country.

Morgan Cars Australia announced today that no new local orders for the Morgan Aero 8 and Plus 8 are being taken, as the production schedule for 2017 has been filled.