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• This country just introduced its own form of P-plate restrictions

  07-02-2026 23:00 via drive.com.au
  P-plates are a mainstay on Aussie roads, and this country is taking a page out of Australia’s road rules by introducing a similar system.In Australia, getting your provisional drivers permit for the first time is usually bookmarked by the classic Maccas run or late-night drive with friends.And though most local drivers are aware of their state or territory’s graduated licensing scheme (GLS) – from learners to provisional and then unrestricted licences – depending on your
  
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• Electric Porsche 718 Boxster, Cayman could be scrapped at 11th hour

  07-02-2026 22:57 via drive.com.au
  Changes to Porsche’s EV strategy mean the all-in bet on an electric Boxster/Cayman platform could see the electric version cancelled before reaching production.
  Porsche 718 Cayman EV spy photos.
  The replacement for the Porsche 718 Cayman and Boxster has had a tumultuous development path.Originally conceived as an electric model, timid reaction to the electric Macan and changes to European EV mandates have seen Porsche back away from its all-electric future plans.Recently, reports emerged t
  
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• Ford and Geely to partner on production, with tech-sharing talks ongoing – report

  07-02-2026 22:11 via drive.com.au
  Underutilised Ford factories in Europe could be used for Geely production in the first step of a relationship that could see Ford adopt Geely EV expertise.A partnership between Ford and Geely could see the US car giant’s European production lines used to build Chinese vehicles.A report by Reuters suggests that the soft start to an ongoing partnership could see Ford eventually turn to Geely for expertise in EVs and autonomous vehicles, as the American automaker looks to accelerate developme
  
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• Toyota names finance chief Kon as next CEO

  07-02-2026 20:42 via autotalk.co.nz
  Toyota Motor Corporation has named finance chief Kenta Kon as its next chief executive, replacing Koji Sato who will transition to vice chairman and take on a newly created Chief Industry Officer role. The leadership change, effective April 1 2026, positions Kon to focus on internal company management while Sato concentrates on broader industry issues […]
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• Leapmotor C10 available with discounted drive-away pricing and up to $4000 factory bonus

  07-02-2026 04:07 via drive.com.au
  Leapmotor has discounted the drive-away price of its C10 SUV range, and offers further bonus offers of $2000 to $4000 off.Chinese ‘new energy’ brand, Leapmotor, has rolled out a summer discount program that pairs a discounted price with factory bonus offers.The Leapmotor C10 EV and Leapmotor C10 REEV range-extender hybrid models are both covered by the Summer Bonus program.Pricing for the entry-level Leapmotor C10 REEV Style starts from $44,990 drive-away, making the car $1000 less t
  
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• Wholesome homework: The car act helping single parents travel

  07-02-2026 04:00 via drive.com.au
  These United States high school students are turning forgotten old vehicles into dream cars for those in need.Picture: Facebook/Louisa County Public Schools
  By the time you’re on the hunt for your next car, you rarely think about what happens to your used model beyond getting rid of it as soon as possible.
  But high school students in Virginia in the US aren’t only fixing old and donated vehicles as part of their curriculum, but to help those in need.Students from Louisa County High S
  
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• New Toyota HiLux: How the Drive team would order one – Configurator Challenge

  07-02-2026 01:54 via drive.com.au
  The 2026 Toyota HiLux has launched with a new look inside and out, but ute owners rarely leave their vehicles stock. How would the Drive team equip theirs?
  It is rare to see any Toyota HiLux model on the road without accessories, whether it is a bullbar, roof racks, or some sidesteps.The new look 2026 Toyota HiLux has launched with a detailed online configurator allowing you to mix-and-match your preferred HiLux model with your ideal accessories, and see what it would look like cruising on and o
  
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