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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. -
2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio review
via drive.com.auCan you have daily driver abilities sit alongside dynamic excellence in a practical SUV package? The 2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio gets most of the way there.
Skip ahead:IntroductionRunning costsPrice and specificationEnergy useInterior space and comfortOn-road assessmentConnectivity and infotainmentSummarySafety Next steps
2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio QuadrifoglioIt seems like a relatively new category, but one that’s growing fast. Sports SUVs satiate the nation’s desire to have p -
Kia EV3 GT electric ‘hot hatch’ coming for MG 4 XPower, Volvo EX30
via drive.com.auKia has confirmed its new EV3 small electric SUV will gain a high-performance version, with the GT treatment set to spread across the EV line-up.A high-performance GT version of the new 2025 Kia EV3 electric SUV is in the works, with dual-motor all-wheel drive and a promise of rapid acceleration.Every new Kia electric vehicle on a dedicated platform – not shared with petrol cars – will offer a GT variant, the South Korean car giant has previously announced.No details of the EV3 GT ha -
2025 Kia EV3 electric car revealed, due in Australia next year
via drive.com.auMeet the smallest Kia electric vehicle to be sold internationally – the Seltos-sized EV3, promising up to 600km of EV driving range.The 2025 Kia EV3 electric SUV has been unveiled ahead of a South Korean launch from the middle of this year – and Australian deliveries starting next year.The EV3 is the smallest model to date in Kia’s global electric-car range, with dimensions similar to a Kia Seltos or Hyundai Kona Electric, and a choice of standard- or long-range batteries with -
Why we will never see pop-up headlights again
via drive.com.auQuite possibly, one of the coolest styling features ever may never be seen on a new car again… Pop-up headlights: no cooler gimmicks have graced the automotive world quite like it. RELATED: TR7, not a Triumph of engineering
Whether they were designed to give a car a more streamlined look, better aerodynamics, or just a futuristic appeal, they worked. People loved their look, and soon, they were on everything from Ferraris and Lamborghinis to Fords and Mazdas.The first -
Volkswagen pledges to avoid price war with Tesla for upcoming ID.4 and ID.5 electric cars
via drive.com.auVW has updated its launch timing for the new ID.4 and ID.5 electric cars, insisting it will not get into a price war with other manufacturers.Volkswagen Australia will not be sharing the price for its upcoming electric cars, the ID.4 and ID.5, until the last minute, to avoid Tesla-style price cuts which can ruin electric vehicle resale.The brand says it will not enter into a price war with Tesla, which has just issued large discounts to its Model 3 and Model Y, and is instead waiting for current -
2024 Jeep Compass price and specs: Hybrids replace regular petrol and diesel
via drive.com.auThe Jeep Compass SUV has gone all-hybrid – and dropped conventional petrol and diesel variants – with a $4590 increase in the entry price in Australia.2024 Jeep Compass pricing and specificationsMild-hybrid and plug-in hybrid power onlySimplified model line-up now built in Italy, not IndiaPriced from $45,990 before on-road costsThe 2024 Jeep Compass small SUV range has switched to hybrid power – and axed conventional petrol and diesel variants – in Australia, with the upd -
When do EOFY car sales start?
via drive.com.auThe end of the financial year is when buyers see the some of the biggest discounts on new cars. Here’s what’s on offer for the 2024 EOFY car sales.If you’re looking to buy a car soon, car brands have already started advertising end of financial year specials. EOFY deals can typically start towards the end of May and go into June.
If you’re unsure when the financial year runs in Australia, it starts on 1 July and finishes on 30 June of the following year.
Knowing the right -
2024 EOFY offers for utes
via drive.com.auWith the end of the financial year fast approaching, vehicle manufacturers are beginning to discount stock. Some of the best deals in Australia are being offered to ute buyers.Car brands are beginning to advertise their respective end of financial year sales, so if you’re looking to buy a brand-new ute before the end of June then here’s what you need to know…But if you’re considering buying a ute for business use and unsure if it’s worth your while, we recommend ch -
On this week’s episode of Drive Review: Nissan Patrol Warrior, BYD Dolphin, MG 4, and the GWM Ora
via drive.com.auTune in to Nine Rush this weekend to catch another episode of Drive Review. Episode 6 of Season 2 airs this Saturday at 4pm!In this episode, James compares three compact electric hatchbacks – the BYD Dolphin, GWM Ora, and MG 4. At the other end of the size scale, we go off-road in the hardcore Nissan Patrol Warrior.
Tune in to Nine Rush on Saturday, 25 May 2024, at 4pm to catch the sixth episode of Drive Review for Season 2.
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The Lap: The EV adventure continues across the Nullarbor
via drive.com.auThe second episode of The Lap airs this weekend. Tune in this Saturday to catch the team on their journey across the iconic Nullarbor.
This episode starts in Ceduna, South Australia, and follows the journey across the iconic Nullarbor Plains. This vast expanse is known for its stark, desolate beauty and the crucial lifeline provided by roadhouses scattered along the way.
The highlight of this episode is the breathtaking Bunda Cliffs, where the land meets the sea in a dramatic display of natural -
Australia’s largest dealer network warns of downturn
via drive.com.auThe company behind 10 per cent of all Australian new car sales is predicting lower profits this year due to economic conditions and increased competition.Australia’s automotive industry has been warned it could be entering a period of turmoil, with the nation’s largest car seller forecasting a significant drop in profit due to a slowdown in consumer spending.At its annual shareholder meeting, Eagers Automotive said it was expecting a 15 per cent drop in underlying profit in the first -
Australian electric Toyota HiLux project cancelled
via drive.com.auDevelopment of a locally-produced HiLux EV by a Queensland-based start-up has been shelved, coinciding with Toyota confirming its own plans to build one.Days after Toyota confirmed a battery-electric version HiLux, an Australian startup has shelved plans for a locally-produced electric HiLux after falling $5 million short of its funding target.Queensland-based company Roev said it had more than 500 orders for the package after building several prototypes during a four-year development of a Toyot -
Police impound Holdens at hoon event
via drive.com.auPolice said the event gained traction on social media, attracting about 70 vehicles and 100 bystanders and ended with numerous illegal burnouts.Eight drivers in South Australia have lost their licence and vehicle following a hooning event late last month.Police said the event took place in Regency Park – an inner-city suburb approximately 11km north of Adelaide – on 27 April 2024, with the Holden car enthusiast meet-up gaining traction on social media and attracting an estimated 70 v -
Tray chic: Electric Ford F-150 Lightning pick-up gets Australian makeover
via drive.com.auIn what is being claimed to be a world first, developing a tray for the Ford F-150 Lightning could make the EV pick-up more attractive to Australian buyers.An Australian company importing and converting electric Ford F-150 Lightning to right-hand-drive has partnered with another local business to expand the landmark ute’s suitability as a work vehicle.The first F-150 Lightning electric pick-up with an aftermarket aluminium tray was unveiled this week, made to replace the factory tub suppli -
Opel’s visionary city car that could have been an Aussie Holden | Drive Flashback
via drive.com.auGeneral Motors’ funky city car came close to production before the bean-counters stepped in. Australia was on its hit list too.This story by Phil Scott originally published in Drive on 26 May, 1996I’m on the speedbowl at Dudenhofen in Germany, peeling off the high-banked oval track at 130km/h, changing gears with a finger flip on a dashboard-mounted rocker switch. No clutch, no exhaust pollution to speak of and nothing behind me.The car is just 2.9m long but it’s as cheeky as a -
Massive parts reduction is key to Tesla's manufacturing efficiency
via autonews.comTesla builds vehicles faster and with fewer parts, a manufacturing strategy that reduces cost and weight, and requires fewer workers and smaller factories. -
Paint maker Sherwin-Williams finds ways to speed battery projects
via autonews.comA leading paint producer is helping EV battery makers avoid schedule setbacks from rain, snow, sleet and corrosion. -
Column: More must be done to elevate women in auto industry
via autonews.comLisa Drake thanks Automotive News for Leading Women conference, but ‘we are nowhere near [where] we should be.' -
Lamborghini recalls $200,000 SUVs to fix hoods that may fly open
via autonews.comSupercar maker Lamborghini is recalling 2,133 of its high-priced sport utility vehicles in the U.S. over risk that their hoods may fly open when raced around. -
Leading Women speakers advise advocating, networking, transparency
via autonews.comAdvocating for solutions to biased-based workplace barriers will help women get ahead, Katie O'Malley, founder of (en)Courage Coaching, said at the Automotive News Leading Women Conference. -
Auto industry still heavily depends on Chinese parts. This Senate report shows why
via autonews.comThis week's Senate Finance Committee report finding BMW imported thousands of vehicles with parts from a banned Chinese supplier underscores just how dependent on China the entire supply chain remains. -
Ford invests in hybrids and battery recycling amid EV transition, company vice president says
via autonews.comLisa Drake spoke about strategy changes that Ford has made involving EVs, as part of a keynote discussion at the Automotive News Leading Women Conference. -
VW delays U.S. launch of ID7 EV
via autonews.comThe German automaker previously planned a U.S. showroom debut for the sedan in the third quarter. -
Toyota's Ted Ogawa on UAW, EV plans and critics, and China
via autonews.comToyota N.A. CEO Ted Ogawa sits down with Automotive News to discuss transitioning to more electrified vehicles, UAW organizing, and competition from China as part of our Talk From The Top series. -
Average age of U.S. vehicles reaches new heights; total vehicles in operation continues to rise
via autonews.comThe average age of vehicles rises to 12.6 years, and total vehicles in use increases to 286 million. The aging rate is expected to slow. -
How long do tyres actually last? And do they have a use-by date?
via drive.com.auGetting new rubber on your wheels can be an expensive endeavour, but how long do tyres last? Do they have a shelf life? We have the answers. Getting four new tyres on your car can cost upwards of $1000 or even more. It’s not a fun exercise to fork over the money for new tyres; however, not getting some fresh rubber on your wheels could cost you a whole lot more than just the cost of replacing them. RELATED: What do the numbers on the side of tyres mean?It’s imperative to th -
McLaren trademarks hint at future hypercars
via drive.com.auThe British supercar maker has been busy filing new trademarks, suggesting a new generation of high-performance models could be just around the corner.McLaren has filed several trademarks which may be related to the company’s next generation of hypercars.Drive has unearthed a trademark application for the ‘E1’, which could be a successor to the P1 – the range-topping hypercar from McLaren built between 2013 and 2015 – with the name being an homage to the brand&rsquo -
Tesla ‘Cybercab’ autonomous robotaxi teased
via drive.com.auTesla is working on an electric and autonomous taxi with Cybertruck-inspired styling – and this may be our first teaser of its design.US car giant Tesla appears to have provided our first official look at its upcoming autonomous ‘robotaxi’ – reportedly to be called Cybercab – ahead of its unveiling on 8 August 2024, US time.As foreshadowed in Elon Musk’s biography published last year, it appears the Cybercab will embrace its name with Cybertruck-inspired angul -
More Volkswagen plug-in hybrids coming to Australia
via drive.com.auUpcoming emissions standards for new vehicles have placed plans for a range of plug-in hybrids back on the table for VW in Australia.Volkswagen Australia has re-ignited its interest in rolling out plug-in hybrid technology to its best-known models – alongside its first electric cars – in preparation for the Federal Government’s upcoming New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES).In recent times the German car giant has shown declining interest in offering plug-in hybrid power on mo
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