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Electric vehicle charging infrastructure is 'high-priority' - Infrastructure Australia
via caradvice.com.auInfrastructure Australia has labelled the expansion of electric vehicle charge infrastructure as a high priority, putting it on a list of 29 High Priority Initiatives for Australia.In a report published today, the independent statutory body identified a lack of charge infrastructure as a significant barrier to electric vehicle adoption, calling for a "network of fast-charging stations on the national highway network" to drive adoption. -
‘Same car, same conditions, twice the price’: Why has your car insurance gone up so much?
via drive.com.auA perfect storm of factors has seen the average car insurance premium rise by almost 20 per cent in 2024. Here’s how to save money.If you’ve received a renewal notice for your car insurance that’s almost double the cost of last year’s, you’re not alone.
According to March 2024 inflation data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics, insurance prices in Australia rose by 16.4 per cent annually – the strongest annual rise in 23 years.
RELATED: Aussies are s -
2024 Subaru Solterra AWD Touring review
via drive.com.auSubaru is the latest car maker to take on the Tesla Model Y in the mid-size electric SUV category. Is it worth a look over its Toyota BZ4X twin?
Skip ahead:IntroductionRunning costsPrice and specificationEnergy useInterior space and comfortOn-road assessmentConnectivity and infotainmentSummarySafety Next steps
2024 Subaru Solterra AWD TouringSubaru has finally joined the electric-car game – with a little help from its friends.The Subaru Solterra mid-size family SUV was developed in partner -
Everything you need to know about the Kia EV9
via drive.com.auWith three Kia EV9 models to choose from in Australia, how do you know which variant is right for you? We compare the range.
The Kia EV9 is one of the largest electric cars on the road and, with a starting price of over $100,000 on the road, it’s also Kia’s most expensive model.The futuristic SUV landed in Australia at the end of 2023, and so far in 2024 217 EV9s have been sold, with 61 sales last month (April 2024).
RELATED: The Kia EV9 is the Drive Car of the Year for 2024In terms -
Subaru Crosstrek to score Toyota hybrid upgrade – report
via drive.com.auSubaru’s high-riding small hatchback is set to receive an overhaul of its hybrid system, but buyers could potentially be waiting until next year for the change.The Subaru Crosstrek looks to be next in line to get the company’s revamped e-Boxer hybrid powertrain.Japanese newspaper Nikkan Jidosha Shimbun is reporting the Crosstrek will one of the next models in line to receive the next-generation e-Boxer hybrid engine – combining a Subaru flat-four petrol engine with Toyota hybri -
Sales secondary to customer satisfaction: Genesis
via drive.com.auGenesis Australia is focusing first on revamping customer service before growing sales.Customer satisfaction is still the top priority for Genesis Australia as it builds the luxury brand, contrasting with the norm by focusing on the ownership experience over outright sales results.Speaking to Drive at the launch of the 2024 GV80 SUV and Coupe, Head of Genesis Australia Justin Douglass, who took the top job in January this year, said the focus in the short term is buyer satisfaction.“We obv -
Queensland drivers urged to nab engine immobiliser discount before trial runs out
via drive.com.auAuthorities are encouraging drivers to make use of the $500 subsidy program aimed at reducing vehicle theft in specific Queensland suburbs.Photo Credit: Photo by Anthony Devlin/PA Images via Getty ImagesQueensland cops are encouraging drivers to apply for the state’s engine immobiliser subsidy program before time runs out in a bid to tackle car thefts in the state.Since 2022, Queensland Police has offered a $500 voucher to members of the public to go towards getting an engine immobiliser f -
Is a Ford Fiesta ST a good first car?
via drive.com.auSafe, turbocharged and funky – the Fiesta ST might tick all those boxes, but is it a solid choice for a first car? We find out.
Since its introduction to the Australian market in 2013, the Ford Fiesta ST has been a popular model for enthusiasts who want a cheap, sporty, turbocharged hot hatch. RELATED: Is the Toyota 86 or Subaru BRZ a good first car?Building on one of the most popular hatchbacks in the world, the Fiesta ST takes the sixth (WZ 2013–2018) and seventh (WG 2019&ndas -
Ford to patent new electric car party trick
via drive.com.auThe US car giant has applied to patent a big screen multimedia set-up for the ‘frunk’ of its future EV models.Ford wants to patent a big screen for the front trunk cargo area – commonly known as a ‘frunk’– which may find its way into future versions of its electric vehicles such as the Mustang Mach-E or F-150 Lightning.US motoring site Motor Authority has reported Ford filing a US patent application for a unique retractable screen set-up, building on previous -
2025 Kia Tasman: The rival utes it needs to beat on price, capability, performance, servicing, and more
via drive.com.auThe Kia Tasman ute will need a full feature set from its launch to compete against some of the big-name players in the space.With the launch of the 2025 Kia Tasman ute launch quickly approaching, if Kia wants to make a splash the way the brand expects it will need to beat – or at least match – a few in-market rivals in key areas.Aussies are demanding more from their utes than ever before, often needing to pull triple duty between a reliable workhorse, a family hauler, and a weekend w -
What will high vehicle prices and interest rates mean for the auto finance market in 2024?
Automotive News asked five auto finance experts to share their thoughts on these challenges and what affordability constraints might mean for the months ahead. -
N.Y. Chevrolet dealership introduces delivery coordinator position to foster employee growth
A coordinator will do anything, from ensuring a customer knows how to use their new vehicle's technology to helping answer insurance and other general questions. -
China’s GAC hybrid and Aion electric cars coming to Australia next year
via drive.com.auGAC Group has appointed an Australian distributor to lead a challenge against GWM and BYD with a range of EVs, hybrids and plug-in hybrids from late next year.Chinese car giant GAC Group is set to launch a range of hybrid and electric cars in Australian showrooms by the end of next year.Short for Guangzhou Automobile Group, GAC Group has appointed an independent distributor – AGA Auto – to sell a range of new models in Australia from the second half of 2025, pending any delays.It is -
Next Mazda MX-5 promises to still deliver ‘joy of driving’
via drive.com.auMazda’s next MX-5 is set for a big change as the brand marches towards electrification, but ‘fun-to-drive’ character is a priority.Mazda is expected to electrify its next-generation MX-5 roadster as it charges into a new era, but the brand still reckons its enduring sports car can deliver on fun and thrills.Speaking to Drive at the launch of the updated 2024 MX-5, Mazda Australia’s head of marketing, Alastair Doak, said the brand is committed to delivering the ‘fun- -
Franchising code changes fail to protect dealers from Holden-style impact, industry figures say
via drive.com.auThe long-awaited results of a review are in – and not everyone’s happy with the outcome.The Federal Government has agreed to make changes to the Australian Franchising Code of Conduct – but the proposed amendments aren’t far-reaching enough according to industry figures, and could leave car dealers exposed if another major brand decides to exit the market.The Government has this week agreed in principle to back the 23 recommendations made for change to the franchising cod -
‘He might not have survived’: Minimum age for forward-facing child seats to increase
via drive.com.auWondering how long your baby should stay in a rear-facing child seat? The Australian guidelines are about to change.
It can be confusing figuring out when your baby is ready to move from a rear-facing child restraint to a forward-facing one, but a major update to Australian child safety standards is set to clear up parental confusion.
The minimum recommended age for a child to move into a forward-facing car seat is about to be increased from six months to 12 months as part of revisions to the ex -
Bugatti ditches turbochargers, reveals hybrid V16 hypercar engine is massive
via drive.com.auA one-metre-long V16 petrol engine will power the Bugatti Chiron replacement and won’t need help from turbochargers to make more than 1000hp – before electric motor assistance is added.The hybrid-assisted engine for Bugatti’s yet-to-be-revealed Chiron replacement – one of the world’s fastest production cars – is a massive one-metre long and will see the brand ditch turbocharging.While the V16 hybrid was confirmed by the car maker in March 2024, Bugatti CEO Mat -
Biden set to hit China EVs with tariffs, report says
The tariff rate on electric vehicles is expected to quadruple from roughly 25 percent to 100 percent, The Wall Street Journal reported Friday, citing people familiar with the plans. -
Video: Lamborghini smashed on livestream by hoons
via drive.com.auReckless driving has resulted in a Lamborghini Urus being hit in traffic, during an event streamed live by a popular YouTube star.An anonymous hoon appears to have had his Lamborghini Urus smashed into while driving dangerously through traffic in New York.The man, known only as ‘Squeeze Benz’ – wearing a helmet and racing gloves – was driving the Lamborghini in a reckless manner in heavy traffic, alongside a BMW and Lexus.Another YouTuber, 19-year-old Rangesh Mutama &ndas -
Chemicals used to meet NHTSA flammability standard might be carcinogenic, study finds
Potentially carcinogenic chemicals used to meet auto safety regulators' flammability standards were present in essentially all vehicles tested in a study from the Green Science Policy Institute and Duke University. -
Cost of new UAW contract could backfire on some at Stellantis
The UAW has been outraged over multiple rounds of layoffs since ratifying a new contract with Stellantis that the workers thought would improve their lives. -
Struggling Our Next Energy taps consultant to help battery maker raise funds
Our Next Energy said in a statement that its fundraising pursuit “remains a critical part" of its “efforts to build an American battery company.” -
Top 5 stories of the week: Earnings from Rivian, Toyota and Nissan; GM's fleet strategy
A quick look at the top automotive stories of the week as determined by reader interest. -
At least 21 police injured, 16 arrested in violent protests at Tesla's plant in Germany
A video showed dozens of people wearing blue caps and face-covering masks coming from a nearby wooded area and attempting to storm the company's premises with policemen trying to prevent them. -
CarGurus reports net income jump, more digital wholesale losses
The vehicle listings company said its marketplace revenue grew by double digits and work to overhaul its wholesale business is continuing. -
Carvana says price gap between used EVs and ICE cars narrows
Online auto retailer Carvana says its average used-EV sale price fell to $31,000 in the first quarter. -
Tesla Supercharger construction to continue in Australia, but long-term expansion in doubt
via drive.com.auIt is not the end of the road for the Tesla’s Supercharger network in Australia, the US car giant told customers today – but it is unclear if work will ever start on new locations.Construction of certain new Tesla Supercharger locations will continue in Australia amid reports the expansion of the fast-charging network has been halted – and the dismissal of the global team behind it.In an email to local customers this afternoon seen by Drive, Tesla said “the Supercharger n -
2025 Toyota Camry model range outlined for Australia, price rises likely
via drive.com.auThe new Toyota Camry will be offered solely with hybrid power – across three model grades – in Australia, but prices are expected to rise.Price increases are expected to accompany the new 2025 Toyota Camry sedan range when it arrives in Australian showrooms in the second half of 2024, exclusively as a hybrid.All versions of the new Camry in Australia will use a 2.5-litre four-cylinder hybrid system, in a choice of three model grades – Ascent, Ascent Sport and SL – with th -
Lifestyles of the rich and famous: We put a supercar on a superyacht
via drive.com.auIf you’ve even been tempted to put your $450,000 Maserati GranTurismo onto a purpose-built party yacht, here’s how you do it.Sponsored by: MaseratiThose lucky enough to afford the finer things in life can choose between spending their millions on supercars or superyachts.
But what if they wanted to combine the two?RELATED: Maserati GranTurismo specifications revealed
This is where luxury Sydney boating company, Starship, comes into play. It has two one-of-a-kind yachts, the Sydney an -
2024 Lotus Eletre electric car price slashed by up to $49,000 in Australia
via drive.com.auThe first electric car and SUV from Lotus in Australia has had its price slashed by between $35,000 and $49,000 before the first customer deliveries.The 2024 Lotus Eletre electric SUV has been handed a significant price cut of close to $50,000 – depending on the variant – approximately six weeks before the first customer deliveries take place.Prices for the Eletre – the first electric Lotus sold in Australia, its first SUV, and first Chinese-made model – were announced in
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