Volvo will show off claimed world-first safety technology when it unveils the new XC90 SUV at the Paris motor show in September. In Volvo-speak, it’s called “road edge and barrier protection with steer assist”, a mouthful that basically means the XC90 has electronics that will stir the sleepy driver from wandering off the road. Many other carmakers use similar systems with … [Read more...] about New Volvo sees things that can go bump in the night
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New BMW 7-Series comes in from the cold
The new BMW 7-Series is expected to be launched in Europe late next year or early in 2016. There is talk that it will be made from a mix of materials, including carbon fibre for the roof, bonnet and boot lid. Engines include six, eight, and 12 cylinder units and a hybrid. Here is a prototype filmed by spy agency Automedia. … [Read more...] about New BMW 7-Series comes in from the cold
Fiat kicks off global TV campaign with Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs
Fiat will launch its five-door 500L in New Zealand later this year, perhaps with the same TV advertising campaign it is using worldwide. The ad screens for the first time in the United States this week and features entertainment powerhouse Sean 'Diddy' Combs. Fiat says the 500L offers 42 per cent more interior space than the three-door 500. … [Read more...] about Fiat kicks off global TV campaign with Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs
Benz S-Class Coupe: crystal lights work their magic
Well-heeled New Zealanders will be able to shout themselves to Swarovski crystals around Christmas … packaged with the new Mercedes-Benz S-Class Coupe. They are an option in the car’s intelligent LED lighting system. There are 47 crystals – 17 in the daytime running lights and 30 in the turn indicators – making up what the carmaker calls “expressive headlamps.” Also … [Read more...] about Benz S-Class Coupe: crystal lights work their magic