The Genesis GV70 was launched in 2021 and has recently had a mid-life update. Available with three different engine choices, including an electrified version, a 2.5L turbo four-cylinder and a 3.5L twin-turbo V6, Genesis provides an alternative for buyers in the competitive mid-size luxury SUV segment.
Significant features
– The 2026 Toyota GR GT is powered by a 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 hybrid powertrain, with outputs of 478 kW/850 Nm.
– Power unit has been developed in-house by Toyota and paired with an electric motor that’s integrated into the rear transaxle.
In 2026, the Mt Buller Sprint officially returns, starting on Friday 13 February and concluding on Sunday 15 February. The event has been revived under the Australian Tarmac Rally banner and sanctioned by the Australian Auto-Sport Alliance (AASA).
The 33rd Historic Sandown will be held from November 7th – 9th 2025, hosted by the Victorian Historic Racing Register (VHRR). The event will celebrate the 100-year anniversary of Ford in Australia with a feature race of Ford touring cars.
Significant features
– Toyota has announced an Aero Performance Package option for the flagship Toyota GR Yaris GTS, arriving in Australian showrooms by the end of 2025.
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In late August, Genesis Magma Racing began the extensive on-track testing program for the GMR-001 Hypercar, with five days of running at Circuit Paul Ricard. The testing starts the exhaustive development schedule to prepare for the team’s debut in the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) in 2026.
Production of Nissan’s legendary R35 GT-R has concluded, after 18 years and approximately 48,000 vehicles produced. Since its launch in 2007, the R35 model has become a symbol of performance and innovation, setting benchmarks in the high-performance sports car segment.
The 2026 Lotus Emira range will include three variants: Turbo, Turbo SE and V6 SE. For the first time since the start of 2024, customers will be able to order the V6 engined variant.
Ascari was a British car manufacturer based in England and founded in 1994 by Dutchman Klaas Zwart, who’s a racing driver and chairman of oil and gas company Petroline. The company was named after Alberto Ascari, who won the Formula One World Championship with Ferrari in 1952 and 1953. Continue reading “Ascari Cars”
Below is an updated list of track days taking place in Victoria for the second half of 2025.
The Ferrari Festival will be held over this weekend (28-29 June 2025) at Sydney Motorsport Park. Continue reading “Ferrari Festival at Sydney Motorsport Park”
