Motor shows

The Concept Z4 has been revealed overnight by BMW at the Concours d’Elegance event in Pebble Beach, California.

BMW has detailed the selectable all-wheel drive (AWD) 'xDrive' system in its all-new forthcoming M5 performance sedan.

Spy photographers have caught what looks to be the 2018 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 in full flight at Germany's formidable Nurburging Nordschleife.

Kia has taken the wraps off the fourth-generation Rio sedan at the New York motor show, but it has been ruled out for the Australian market by the Korean company's local arm.The Korean car-maker offered the previous-generation Rio sedan in Australia, but it was dropped due to slow sales.A number of brands have discontinued their light sedans from the Australian market in recent years, leaving only the Hyundai Accent, Honda City, and Mazda2 sedan as booted options in the segment.The new four-door Rio features improvements already seen here in the Korean manufacturer's popular hatch that went on sale in January this year.Kia's new car is a little bigger, has more refined styling, with similar performance, as well as plenty of extras inside and under the skin.Overall length in the sedan is up 15mm while the wheelbase is 10mm longer than the previous-gen sedan.The exterior has more upright A-pillars and a creased shoulder line running front to back, making the new sedan look a little bigger again than it really is.In the US where the Rio sedan will be sold, it is offered with a 1.6-litre four-cylinder GDI engine delivering 97kW/161Nm matched with either a six-speed manual or automatic transmission.In Australia, the Rio has the same engine as the previous model, a 74kW/133Nm 1.4-litre four-cylinder unit mated to either a six-speed manual or optional four-speed automatic transmission.The cabin has been redesigned to align with the hatch to enhance new technologies. The centre console offers a bi-level tray to make storing smartphones and small tablets easier.Other features include a 7.0-inch centre touchscreen for multimedia that includes Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. A factory-developed satellite navigation system, a digital radio and a USB charger for the rear-seat occupants are optional.Standard safety features include six airbags, 'Electronic Stability Control' (ESC), ABS brakes and 'Hill-Start Assist Control'. The Rio also has a reversing camera, automatic dusk-sensing headlights, daytime running lights and rear parking sensors on all models.

LDV has been preparing to launch its forthcoming D90 SUV by putting two engineering vehicles through their paces in New South Wales

Jeep has unveiled its brutally powerful 527kW Grand Cherokee Trackhawk ahead of its global debut at the New York motor show this week

The Bentley Continental Supersports is the world's fastest four-seat car, and ten lucky well-off Aussie buyers will spend a minimum of $569,522 for the pleasure of driving the missile.

With all eyes on Melbourne this weekend for the Australian Formula 1 Grand Prix, Honda has taken the opportunity today to roll out the forthcoming Civic Type R for its first local viewing.

Mercedes-AMG has fully revealed its GT Concept at the Geneva motor show this week, featuring a 600kW twin-turbocharged V8-hybrid powertrain.

Subaru has shared the platform behind its latest Impreza with the second-gen XV compact SUV.