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Dick Johnson has released an autobiography that's a must-read for racing fans and those who support the underdog.

Following sneak previews in Germany in August, the next generation MINI will be revealed in its birthplace of the UK on November 18, the launch date scheduled to mark the 107th birthday of Alec Issigonis, creator of the original Mini.

On August 2, Ford USA launched 'Mustang Countdown', an online weekly video series that covers the history and future of America's favourite pony car ahead of its 50th Anniversary in 2014.

After barely a year in Australia, Opel announced it will cease local operations and commence the wind down of its dealer network immediately.

In May, Lamborghini celebrated its 50th Anniversary with a tour of Italy - the 'Grande Giro' - that saw 350 Lamborghinis take part. The Giro attracted a few Aussies, including JUST CARS advertiser, Mark Jansen of Oldtimer Australia, who shared his recollections on the event.

Jaguar's new F-TYPE; the first full-blooded Jaguar sports car to be launched for more than 50 years, made its Australian debut in Sydney this week ahead of the first local deliveries in mid-August.

Following the passing of Frederick Anthony Owen 'Tony' Gaze on July 29, aged 93, JUST CARS presents a brief review of Gaze's military and racing history, as well as his influence on motorsport, both here and abroad.

The latest addition to this October's Motorclassica auction conducted by Theodore Bruce is a rare Lamborghini Miura with recent 'international' history.

At Mecum's Santa Monica auction on July 26 - 27, a number of celebrity vehicles were on offer, including pickups and motorcycles formerly belonging to movie legend, Steve McQueen.

Subaru Australia are marking their 40th Anniversary year, and 20 years of the WRX with the launch of a special edition - the all-wheel-drive WRX RS40.

Tony Gaze, World War II Spitfire pilot, Australia's first Formula 1 race driver, and pivotal part of the founding of the Goodwood race circuit passed away on Monday, July 29.

Muscle cars old and new, restored and rusty, gathered together for the first ever 'Gasolene Muscle Car Expo' on July 12 - 14.

On July 26, Shelby American announced that 2013 will be the last year of availability for its limited-run series of Shelby GT350 muscle cars. While production of all other Shelby performance cars will continue, orders for the Mustang-based GT350 will not be taken after December 31, 2013.

Take a humble HQ Holden ute and do something with it. In the hands of Queenslander, Craig Rose, "something" doesn't come close to covering the sheer amount of time, money, effort and expertise that has gone into this build.

A glimpse of the MINI of tomorrow was seen at the 'MINI Design@Home' event in Germany this week, with visionary design and innovative ideas combined in the 'MINI Vision' concept.

Three Cadillacs from three pivotal years in the history of America's luxury carmaker - and all of 'em are in Perth. Throw in the Secretary of State for Illinois, a tattoo artist from San Diego, a touch of Chile and a big splash of "Blastolene" and you've got a unique combination!

This year's 37th Historic Winton was another successful event. In addition to a full race programme, a packed display paddock and pit area ensured there was plenty to look at off track, while near-perfect weather across both days was the icing on the cake.

With tongue firmly in cheek, Skoda has unveiled the 'RS Mega Man-Pram' - what the UK arm of the Czech carmaker calls "the ultimate baby buggy".

Australia's Chris Atkinson has joined the Hyundai Motorsport test team developing the upcoming Hyundai i20 WRC contender.

Australia Post have announced a return of their popular 'Road Trip Australia' 60 cent stamp issue from 2012, with the new issue for 2013 featuring all new illustrations by Aussie artist, Gavin Ryan.

Mercedes-Benz have unveiled the design for a 'visionary' golf cart of the future - the "Mercedes-Benz Vision Golf Cart".

Shannons annual MotorEx auction on Sunday, July 21, attracted a huge range of consignments for this annual event run in conjunction with the MotorEx custom car showcase.

Bond' cars always draw attention, as evidenced by the 2.9 million pounds paid in 2010 for the Aston Martin DB5 used in Goldfinger and Thunderball, but this September, RM Auctions will feature an equally iconic but much more unusual machine - the Lotus Esprit 'submarine' from The Spy Who Loved Me.

Holden have unveiled details on the SS V Redline performance package, the performance hero in the new VF Commodore range. The Redline option is available across Commodore sedan, sportswagon and utility body styles.