The follow-up to the best-selling Lamborghini of all time has a lot riding on its shoulders, but by sticking close to its forerunner’s brash looks and fierce performance while improving on the basic figures, the Gallardo LP560-4 has ensured its acceptance and success. The growling 560PS (412kW) 5.2-litre V10 powerplant for which it’s named is the heart of the update, though new sheet metal and upgraded suspension also play a role in the LP560-4’s arsenal of performance.

As it winds up its third year of full-scale passenger vehicle sales following its return to the Australian market, Fiat is broadening its horizons in the global automotive landscape, announcing partnerships with BMW and Mini in North America to leverage a return to that market as well. The cooperation is also expected to spawn a Fiat-designed platform for the next generation of BMW’s Mini.

The all-new Subaru Exiga seven-seat wagon was released last month in Japan and the vehicle is now being considered for an Australia release with local officials currently in negotiations with Subaru’s parent company back in Japan. The spacious-but-efficient MPV class is already a tough market, but with fuel prices driving buyers away from larger vehicles it may be the right time for a sporty new entry.

The all-new Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart, or Galant Fortis as it’s known in its home market, was unveiled today in Japan. Named for the company’s in-house tuner arm, the Ralliart offers significantly upgraded performance over its predecessor thanks to the addition of all-wheel drive and many other bits of high-tech gear. This places it firmly in contention with Subaru's WRX - something the old model could never claim. With its expected low starting price, it could be one of the performance bargains of the year.

The popular Concept-cX from last year’s Frankfurt Motor Show was today confirmed for production by Mitsubishi. The new compact crossover model will be positioned below the company’s popular Outlander 4WD, and will feature a full-time all-wheel drive system. It will also be the showcase for Mitsubishi’s coming environmental awareness technologies, including a family of Euro-5 clean diesel engines.

After a painfully long wait, the next generation of Mitsubishi's giant-killing Lancer Evolution series arrives on Australian shores this month.

Now, in its 10th generation, the new Evo X has been driving fans and enthusiasts crazy with anticipation, but on July 21, the first cars will be available for purchase across the country.

The long-awaited replacement for Honda's NSX supercar is finally nearing completion after several drawbacks, mostly concerning the styling of the new model, caused major delays in its gestation.

Photos of the car seen at the Nurburgring show that the NSX's successor will share little in common with the original's shape or style, and hints that the mechanical layout will be very different as well.

It was only two months ago that Toyota and Subaru confirmed the joint-development of a new affordable sports car and now we have the first images of a prototype caught testing in a secret UK location. The manufacturers have previously said the new car will be sold by both Toyota and Subaru, although it's likely the Toyota version will be exclusive to the Japanese market while the Subaru model will be a global version. Neither model has yet been confirmed for Australia.