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Hyundai, Kia face potential safety crisis even as their quality ratings soar
The automakers and NHTSA point to recalls already issued for engine fixes. But the Center for Auto Safety says those calls weren't comprehensive enough, and Congress wants answers. -
Government’s $10,000 boost for apprentices to train in electric cars
via drive.com.auIn a joint announcement made last week, ministers lowered the bar to encourage new workers into the industry, and are offering an incentive to boot.The Federal Government has made a U-turn on the strict criteria apprentice mechanics needed to meet to work on electric vehicles following mounting pressure from the car industry.Last week, Minister for Skills and Training Brendan O’Connor and Minister for Climate Change and Energy Chris Bowen announced changes to the New Energy Apprenticeships -
China’s Geely Auto poised for Australia
via drive.com.auOne of China’s largest car makers – which owns Volvo and its electric-car offshoot Polestar – is the next auto giant to set its sights on Australia.Chinese car maker Geely looks to be preparing to set up shop in Australia, under its own brand name – and the roll-out may start with one of the country’s first electric utes.It was the third best-selling Chinese car maker globally last year, and has owned Swedish car maker Volvo for close to 15 years – alongside i -
How is the first electric car in Australia holding up?
via drive.com.auThe Mitsubishi i-MiEV debuted 15 years ago as the first mass-produced electric car in Australia. We ask an owner how the little EV compares to newer models.Image credit: SuppliedWhile today’s roads are dominated by electric cars offering ultra-fast charging capabilities, long ranges and industry-leading tech, the EV landscape of 14 years ago looked very different.RELATED: Meet the Blade Electron, an Australian-made electric carBack in 2010, prospective electric car buyers in Australia only -
2024 Ford F-150 Lariat LWB review
via drive.com.auAussies seem to love most things American, from cheeseburgers to the Kardashians, so should we also fall in love with the US’s best-selling car, the Ford F-150?
Skip ahead:IntroductionRunning costsPrice and specificationEnergy useInterior space and comfortOn-road assessmentConnectivity and infotainmentSummarySafety Next steps
2024 Ford F-150 LariatThe 2024 Ford F-150 is a big beast. So big, in fact, you might be wondering if an oversized yank tank like this is just too much for Australian -
Magna adds 363 jobs at 3 operations in Michigan
via autonews.comMagna, the world’s fourth-largest auto supplier, will open an engineering center for lighting in Novi and an R&D center in Troy, while adding manufacturing capacity in Lyon Township, according to a statement last week. -
The cheapest cars ever sold in Australia (and what they’d cost today)
via drive.com.auEver wondered how much the car market has changed over the years? Here are the cheapest cars to ever go on sale in Australia from each decade.Automotive technology has come a long way since the first car was publicly available for purchase in Australia. While a few private companies built steam-powered ‘motorcars’ in the early days of Australian motoring, it was the Ford Model T entering the history books as the first mass-produced car to go on sale Down Under in 1908.RELATED: Was th -
Aston Martin brings luxury car feel to Miami condo tower
via autonews.comThe Aston Martin Residences Miami features 391 condos, an art gallery, two movie theaters, a golf simulator, a spa and a beauty salon. -
I took a new Defender properly off-road… here’s how it went
via drive.com.auIt looks fantastic and offers a properly luxurious cabin, but is the new Defender still good off-road? James Ward hit the Flinders Ranges to find out.The Defender nameplate is a hallowed one – inextricably linked with adventure and exploration over decades.While classic Defenders are undeniably rugged and bare bones in their design, the modern interpretation of the iconic car has more creature comforts than its predecessors. As such, the Defender has become a more common sight around town -
Electric Ford Ranger now on sale, but you probably wouldn’t fit
via drive.com.auThose waiting for the plug-in hybrid Ford Ranger can skip the queue, with a fully-electric model now on sale for a bargain price. There’s just one thing…An electric Ford Ranger is now available to the public – or, at least, for those between three and six years of age.The Ranger Ride On is fully licenced by Ford, uses 30-watt electric motors to power the rear wheels – despite being badged as a 4WD, like full-sized V6 versions – and offers up to two hours of co -
2024 Mazda MX-5 price and specs: Still cheaper than a Toyota GR86 and Subaru BRZ?
via drive.com.auThe updated Mazda MX-5 has arrived in Australia, but it is even more expensive than the price announced late last year.The 2024 Mazda MX-5 has arrived in Australian showrooms – with another round of price rises since the latest model was shown last year – though it remains one of the most affordable rear-wheel-drive sports cars still on sale.The latest MX-5 upgrade – with revised styling, a new infotainment screen, and handling improvements – is one of the most significan -
BMW says selling a ute is “beyond the brand†– report
via drive.com.auThere have been plenty of BMW ute concepts over the years, but the car maker has never sent one to production – and it now appears as if any prospect of a pick-up from BMW is gone.BMW has shot down any hope for a ute from the brand, despite an earlier push from the company’s local division.Speaking to website BMW Blog, Bernd Korber, Senior Vice President of BMW Brand and Product Management, ruled out a future pick-up wearing the company’s logo.“I think a pickup truck is b -
Two men charged after driving vehicles with cloned plates
via drive.com.auThe pair face a string of charges relating to theft, police pursuit, using false plates and dangerous driving.Two men have been charged with driving a stolen vehicle at excessive speeds – with false plates attached to it too.According to Victoria Police, officers spotted the Ford Falcon while it was travelling along Coburns Road in Melton in Melbourne’s west, before it entered the Western Freeway on 30 April 2024.Cops gave chase, and attempted to stop the vehicle, which was heading i -
Google Maps to use AI to help drivers locate electric-car charging stations
via drive.com.auGoogle Maps will soon make it easier for electric-vehicle drivers to find chargers, thanks to the help of artificial intelligence.Google Maps will soon make it simpler for electric vehicle owners to locate and use charging stations around the country.The updates are designed to make it easier for electric vehicle owners to find charging stations, determine how many cars are already waiting to plug in, and provide details about how to access tricky charger locations.In a blog post, Google Maps di -
Zeekr aims to raise up to $368 million in U.S. IPO
via autonews.comZeekr founder and Chairman Shufu Li, according to a U.S. filing, will control almost 75 percent of the shareholder voting power in the company after the IPO. -
Soft EV demand bedevils public dealer groups in Q1
via autonews.comAll six public retailers experienced challenges with electric vehicles, but also saw opportunities. -
'Every car's got a story': Car club boom as collectors leave COVID in rear view mirror
via abc.net.auThe pandemic accelerated interest in vintage vehicles, with a 25 per cent increase in car clubs across the state since 2019. -
TruCar details car-buying platform pilot; Q1 numbers improve
via autonews.comTrueCar CEO Jantoon Reigersman said its pilot of an enhanced TrueCar+ platform will enable a digital car buying transaction from start to finish. -
Is there a time limit on car insurance claims in Australia?
via drive.com.auIf you get into a car accident, paperwork can be the last thing on your mind. How much time do you have to submit an insurance claim? We find out.
Getting into a car accident is a scary and sometimes traumatic experience for those involved.Beyond making sure the affected drivers and passengers are okay, organising an insurance claim could be the last thing on anyone’s mind following a serious crash.
RELATED: How to get cheaper car insuranceSo what do insurers have to say when it comes to t -
Need a work ute ASAP? Select 2024 Ford Ranger and Everest models in stock for immediate delivery
via drive.com.auFord Australia is now holding select Ranger and Everest variants in stock and ready to go for customers after long wait times in recent years.In-demand diesel V6 versions of the 2024 Ford Ranger and Everest are now in stock available for immediate delivery after improved production has helped clear back-orders.A Ford Australia spokesperson told Drive that Wildtrak, Sport, and XLT variants of the Ranger ute are readily in stock in 3.0-litre turbo-diesel V6 and 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel four-cylin -
Ram pick-ups pass sales milestone in Australia
via drive.com.auRam Trucks Australia has celebrated its 30,000th factory-backed pick-up converted to right-hand drive.
The 30,000th Ram pick-up to be converted from left- to right-hand drive – with the backing of Ram head office in the US – has rolled off the production line in Melbourne.Ram vehicles arrive from the US in left-hand drive before they are ‘remanufactured’ by the Walkinshaw Automotive Group – the engineering firm formerly behind Holden Special Vehicles – for sal -
Luminar lays off 20% of staff amid restructuring
via autonews.comApproximately 140 employees at lidar technology company Luminar were laid off Friday as the company pivots to an 'asset light' model that includes outsourcing industrialization. -
Tesla abandons revolutionary manufacturing process – report
via drive.com.auA new technique from Tesla designed to drastically cut vehicle manufacturing time and cost is said to have been scrapped, adding to the latest drama from the electric-car company.Tesla has reportedly taken a step back from a new manufacturing technique which has been widely touted as being revolutionary for the automotive industry.News outlet Reuters claims Tesla has abandoned its expanded plans for single-piece ‘gigacasting’ – a process which stamps out large pieces of metal u -
The 10 most fuel-efficient dual-cab utes in Australia
via drive.com.auWith fuel prices increasing, running costs matter just as much as sticker prices. Here, we dive into the top 10 most fuel-efficient dual-cab utes in Australia.If you’re in the market for a new dual-cab ute as a tax write-off, or perhaps just as a new set of wheels, consider putting fuel efficiency at the top of your wishlist.RELATED: Is it cheaper to own a ute or an SUV?The fuel consumption on vehicles can vary based on a range of factors including the vehicle’s transmission, body st -
Hyundai joins Toyota with certified used-car sales program
via drive.com.auVehicles in Hyundai’s new certified pre-owned program are covered for an extra year of warranty and roadside assistance coverage.Hyundai is the latest car maker to roll out a certified pre-owned program for used cars in Australia similar to Toyota, Volkswagen and luxury brands such as Mercedes-Benz.Certified pre-owned vehicles will be sold through Hyundai’s dealership network across Australia, and are backed by an extra year of factory warranty coverage and roadside assistance.To be -
2024 Volkswagen Polo 85TSI Style review
via drive.com.auThe Volkswagen Polo proves a city hatchback doesn’t need to feel cheap or unrefined – but at close to $40,000 drive-away with options, is this too big of a price for such a small car?
Skip ahead:IntroductionRunning costsPrice and specificationEnergy useInterior space and comfortOn-road assessmentConnectivity and infotainmentSummarySafety Next steps
2024 Volkswagen Polo 85TSI StyleThe current Volkswagen Polo city hatch is nearing the twilight of its life, now six years old – and -
Spy photos capture upcoming Chevrolet Corvette ZR1
via autonews.comChevrolet will reveal the next-generation Corvette ZR1 this summer, promising ‘The unthinkable is coming.' -
Lucid to report Q1 earnings amid cash burn, waning EV growth
via autonews.comThe startup produced 1,728 Air sedans in the first quarter, running behind its 2024 forecast of 9,000 vehicles. Lucid plans to launch a second model, the Gravity crossover, this year. -
Carvana set to dig back into used-car market after latest quarter, analysts say
via autonews.comAnalysts bullish on Carvana said its Q1 results are a sign it has recovered from a two-year period of losses and cash burn that forced new focus on profitability. -
5 key takeaways from April U.S. sales reports
via autonews.comU.S. light-vehicle sales slipped 3.9 percent to 1.32 million last month compared with April 2023; Toyota led among the brands.
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