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Holden helps SA power on
Back-up generators for South Australia being installed in Holden’s backyard
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What is covered under a used car warranty?
via drive.com.auBuying a used car can be a nerve-racking experience. Luckily, used car warranties can make it a little less daunting.New cars aren’t cheap and can be something of a luxury item for those who can afford them. Perhaps one of the main things that attracts buyers to new cars is that they offer peace of mind under their factory warranties. RELATED: How many kilometres is good for a used car?A factory warranty covers a wide range of issues that may arise with your car, from switches not wor
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Catch the latest episode of Drive Review: Cadillac Lyriq, Range Rover Sport, and the Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series
via drive.com.auIf you missed the latest episode of Drive Review, you can catch up here. In this episode, we welcome the iconic Cadillac brand back to Australia. Glenn hits the track with the powerhouse Range Rover Sport SV, and Sam gets behind the wheel of the freshly updated Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series.If you missed Season 2 Episode 5 of Drive Review on Nine Rush on Saturday, be sure to catch up here.In the meantime, if you want to know more about the vehicles showcased in this episo
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Wish someone would pay your parking fine? Now they can
via drive.com.auA new online service is trying to take the hassle out of getting a parking fine.An parking provider website has launched a new initiative giving drivers the chance to have fines paid for them Australia-wide.Parking Made Easy, an online platform which helps people rent out their driveways or garages and connect them with drivers looking for parking, is offering the service to its members only.For $15, members can join the platform, which gives them access to the ‘Parking Fine Protection&rsq
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Biggest non-Tesla electric car charging site opens in South Australia
via drive.com.auA new ‘super site’ has been opened in Mount Gambier today, right near the sinkhole tourist attraction.The largest electric vehicle charging site outside of the Tesla Supercharger network has opened today in South Australia.The Royal Automobile Association (RAA) opened its second ‘super site’ in the regional town of Mount Gambier on Monday, offering nine electric car charging bays.The newest addition to South Australia’s electric car charging network is in Sturt Stre
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2024 Ford Mustang Mach-E Select review
via drive.com.auIs the entry-level Ford Mustang Mach-E Select a genuine contender in the crowded electric SUV/crossover segment? Rob Margeit finds out.Skip ahead:IntroductionRunning costsPrice and specificationEnergy useInterior space and comfortOn-road assessmentConnectivity and infotainmentSummarySafety Next steps
2024 Ford Mustang Mach-E SelectThe Ford Mustang Mach-E electric SUV arrived in Australia late last year to immediate cries of ‘it’s not a Mustang’. And it’s true that Ford&rs
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Honda to launch seven global ‘0 Series’ electric cars by 2030
via drive.com.auA new range of Honda EVs for “global” sale is set to help the Japanese giant catch up with Chinese, South Korean and European rivals.
Honda 0 Series ‘Saloon’ concept.
Honda has announced plans to roll out seven new electric cars under an ‘0 Series’ sub-brand by the end of the decade.The new 0 Series vehicles – previewed by two concept cars in January – are planned to use learnings from Honda’s involvement in Formula One to save weight, as wel
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Ford boss admits Mustang Mach-E electric SUV not a real Mustang – report
via drive.com.auThe top Ford executive behind the Mustang Mach-E EV, who rose to become company CEO, has reportedly hinted the SUV is not a real Mustang – and says the two-door version will “never” go electric.The global boss of Ford has all-but vindicated hardcore V8 fans who thought the new Ford Mustang Mach-E electric family SUV was not worthy of the 60-year-old Mustang badge.It is public knowledge the electric SUV was not originally meant to be known as a Mustang, but the iconic badge was
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2024 Skoda Fabia adds cheapest model grade in two years
via drive.com.auA new base variant of Skoda’s city hatch brings a lower price – and equipment similar to middle-of-the-range rivals – but it is not the $20,000-buy the Fabia once was, nor under $30,000.The 2024 Skoda Fabia city hatch has added its most affordable model grade since the current generation arrived in Australian showrooms two years ago.The new Select variant does not dip under the $30,000 mark – priced from $31,990 drive-away – but the entry-level Fabia is $7000 cheape
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2024 Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max: Australian first drive
via drive.com.auOur first look at Chery’s new seven-seat Tiggo 8 Pro Max showcases a car where you don’t need to sacrifice space and luxury for outright value.
Skip ahead:IntroductionRunning costsPrice and specificationEnergy useInterior space and comfortOn-road assessmentConnectivity and infotainmentSummarySafety Next steps
2024 Chery Tiggo 8 Pro MaxAfter a return to Australia last year, Chery has made a bit of a name for itself by introducing some of the best-value SUVs in the market.The brand sta
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Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio Quadrifoglio Super Sport special editions locked in for Australia
via drive.com.auLimited-edition Super Sport versions of the high-performance Giulia QV sedan and Stelvio QV SUV have been announced with a handful locked in for Australian buyers. Two new Alfa Romeo Quadrifoglio Super Sport special editions have been announced, with local buyers having a chance to nab either model.
Limited to just 450 examples shared between Giulia and Stelvio models worldwide, Alfa Romeo’s Australian arm has secured a handful of Giulia Quadrifoglio Super Sport (Q
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Mercedes-Benz cancels electric car platform – report
via drive.com.auA large car platform intended for a new large electric Mercedes-Benz has reportedly been cancelled by the German car maker.German media outlets have reported that Mercedes-Benz has stopped work on a dedicated electric car platform designed for large vehicles after sales of its existing electric cars have slowed.The MB.EA platform was intended to underpin electric follow-on versions of the current Mercedes-Benz EQE and EQS electric sedans and SUVs with a planned introduction in 2028.Now, accordin
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How long is too long to leave your car idling?
via drive.com.auCan leaving your car idling too long be harmful to your health, fuel economy and the environment? We find out.Letting your car idle too long uses fuel unnecessarily, can damage your engine over time, poses an unexpected risk to young children, needlessly impacts the environment, and can even get you in trouble with the law – if you get out of your car.RELATED: Does an auto start-stop system actually save fuel?Idling means your car is stationary and the engine is still on and running. It&rs
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2019-2023 Porsche Taycan recalled in Australia
via drive.com.auThe fault could cause a vehicle fire, according to the recall notice, and owners are being urged to limit charging the battery beyond 80 per cent.Porsche has recalled 19 examples of its 2019-2023 Porsche Taycan, citing a potential fault with the battery.The affected vehicles are stamped 2019-2023 models, but may have been sold at a later date.
The recall notice, lodged with the Department of Infrastructure, says: “Due to a manufacturing issue, the cell mo
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The coolest police cars in the world
via drive.com.auEven police aren’t exempt from enjoying and utilising some of the most exotic and coolest cars offered by luxury manufacturers.
When you generally think of police cars, it’s usually a stock-standard car visually modified with sirens and decorated in police markings.And while police vehicles are used on active duty needing performance modifications to reach multiple locations as quickly as possible, authorities aren’t exempt from occasionally enjoying and utilising some of the c
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Project Rambo: Aston Martin’s plans for a tough off-road SUV – report
via drive.com.auRumours out of Aston Martin suggest the British marque is currently working on a secret off-road SUV project, taking inspiration from the iconic Lamborghini LM002.A new unconfirmed report claims Aston Martin is currently working behind-the-scenes on a new rugged off-road SUV with supercar performance.UK site Autocar says Aston Martin plans to build a high-powered four-wheel-drive vehicle, taking inspiration from the Mercedes-Benz G-Wagen, Land Rover Defender, and Lamborghini LM002 – the bo
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2024 Toyota Prado spotted testing in Victoria
via drive.com.auThe upcoming Prado ‘250 Series’ was sporting some previously unseen accessories.The 2024 Toyota Prado has been spotted testing in regional Victoria with some previously unseen accessories.The upcoming ‘250 Series’ Prado – due to arrive in Australia mid-year – was seen in the town of Bacchus Marsh, 50km north-west of Melbourne, earlier this week sporting a number of new parts – with the photos posted shortly afterwards on social media by Facebook user Mat
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Is the Suzuki Swift a good first car?
via drive.com.auThis little hatch is a popular choice for young drivers. But is the Suzuki Swift a good first car?Second-generation Suzuki Swift SportThe Suzuki Swift has a history spanning 40 years in Australia. Landing back in 1984 as a sporty subcompact car with a little three-cylinder 1.0-litre engine and a sub-$10,000 price tag, it was a proper economy car. RELATED: Is a Ford Fiesta ST a good first car?The Swift name died off for a few years and then was revived in 2005 when an all
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2021 Ford Escape recalled in Australia
via drive.com.auThe fault could cause a loss of steering control, according to the recall notice.Ford has recalled 159 examples of its 2021 Ford Escape, citing a potential fault with the steering gear.The affected vehicles are stamped 2021 models, but may have been sold at a later date.
The recall notice, lodged with the Department of Infrastructure, says: “Due to a manufacturing defect, over time and under certain conditions friction and excessive movement in the steeri
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Mazda welcomes competition from 2025 Kia Tasman ute
via drive.com.auKia’s upcoming Tasman could push Mazda down the charts, but the brand is focused doing its own thing with BT-50.Mazda Australia’s number two market position might come under threat as Kia readies its Tasman ute for 2025, but the brand is not perturbed by the potential shake-up.Speaking to Drive recently at the launch of the updated MX-5, Mazda Australia’s head of marketing Alastair Doak said “new competition” is “always welcome”, but the focus will be ru
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How to negotiate when buying a used car
via drive.com.auIf you’re purchasing a pre-owned vehicle but aren’t sure you’re getting the best price, here are the negotiating techniques that could save you money.
As a result of COVID-19, the automotive industry saw production for new vehicles slow down due to lockdowns, creating major demand on the used car market.
This in turn caused a steep increase in prices for used vehicles sold privately and by dealerships across Australia, but does that mean you can’t get a good deal on a use
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‘No reason to delete it at this point’: Kia Australia to persist with manual transmissions
via drive.com.auKia Australia plans to continue offering manual transmissions, despite preparing to axe the most affordable manual variants of its Kia Stonic city SUV.Kia Australia says it will persist with the manual transmission “if there’s still demand for it”, despite declining sales and preparing to cut the gearbox type from its Kia Stonic city SUV.Kia Australia’s General Manager of Product and Training, Roland Rivero, told Drive the decision to standardise a 1.0-litre turbo engine
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2021-2023 Mazda BT-50 recalled in Australia
via drive.com.auThe fault could cause the number plate lamp not to work, according to the recall notice.Mazda has recalled 1703 examples of its 2021-2023 Mazda BT-50 ute, citing a potential fault with the number plate lamp.The affected vehicles are stamped 2021-2023 models, but may have been sold at a later date. The recall notice only applies those fitted with the 1.9-litre turbo-diesel engine.The recall notice, lodged with the Department of Infrastructure, says: “Due t
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Is this mirrorless Model 3 testing Tesla’s autonomous robotaxi?
via drive.com.auMystery surrounds a Tesla Model 3 electric car on US roads with no side mirrors – and a slew of extra cameras. Is this EV a ‘test mule’ for Tesla’s upcoming autonomous ‘robotaxi’?This may be our first look at the design of Tesla’s upcoming autonomous ‘robotaxi’, due to be unveiled in August, after images of a Tesla electric car with no side mirrors and prominent cameras were posted to social media.Images captured and posted by X (formerly Twi
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How hard is it to install a home electric car charger? We found out
via drive.com.auConsidering putting a home electric car charger in your garage or driveway? We did it to find out what’s involved.
We’ve long said that running an electric vehicle without a dedicated home electric car charger would be an uphill battle. The combination of topping up at the burgeoning outlay of DC fast charge stations and plugging into a home wall outlet is doable, but it’s not a long-term solution.RELATED: How much does it cost to install an EV charger at home?Especially when i
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South Australian driver crashes car after “ill-timed” kiss
via drive.com.auAn unexpected moment of affection led to the car rolling and crashing – with police confirming no one was injured in the incident.A South Australian driver is set to appear in court following an unexpected moment of affection resulting in a car crash.
The incident is said to have occurred on 14 May 2024 in Glenelg North – a southwest suburb approximately 10km from Adelaide.South Australia Police said the motorist was distracted by her passenger’s “ill-timed” ki
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2024 Lexus LBX Sports Luxury AWD review
via drive.com.auLexus has changed the premium crossover space with the LBX, the smallest hybrid-powered luxury SUV in Australia, but is it upmarket enough to justify the badge?
Skip ahead:IntroductionRunning costsPrice and specificationEnergy useInterior space and comfortOn-road assessmentConnectivity and infotainmentSummarySafety Next steps
2024 Lexus LBX Sports Luxury AWDLexus is on a bit of a tear at the moment thanks to big models like the LX off-roader, top-selling NX mid-size SUV, and upcoming GX –
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Jeep Grand Cherokee price slashed by up to $28,000 as sales tank
via drive.com.auThe Jeep Grand Cherokee has had its price slashed after steep increases during the pandemic – and the lowest Jeep brand sales since the Global Financial Crisis.Prices for the Jeep Grand Cherokee have been slashed by up to $28,000 – or up to 23 per cent – as the US car maker’s sales slump to their lowest levels in nearly 15 years.It follows a series of steep price rises across the Jeep line-up during the pandemic which saw a Wrangler Rubicon’s cost climb by $19,000 i
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Federal Budget 2024: The car tax changes you need to know about
via drive.com.auWhat’s happening with the fuel excise? Can I still write-off the cost of a new work vehicle? We’ve got the answers here.This week’s Federal Budget included some key taxation implications for drivers.Whether you drive a petrol, diesel, hybrid or electric car, there will be something here that may affect your wallet.Here’s what you need to know…Fuel exciseThe fuel excise is a tax levied by the Federal Government on petrol and diesel bought at the bowser. Motorists cu
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2024 Kia Carnival price and specs: Missing features added, plus hybrid
via drive.com.auThe Kia Carnival – Australia’s top-selling people-mover – has come in for an upgrade with a new look, flashier interior, longer list of technology, and price rises of up to $5590 drive-away.2024 Kia Carnival pricing and specificationsNew look and upgraded interiorHybrid available for the first timePriced from $54,540 drive-awayThe facelifted 2024 Kia Carnival people-mover has arrived in Australia with drive-away price rises of up to $5590.Prices excluding on-road costs were pub
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