William Stopford
This week in news: 27-31 March
Here are some of the key developments from the past week in Australian automotive news – in case you missed them.
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Matt Campbell
Is it illegal to drive in thongs/flip-flops?
There’s a common misconception in Australia that it is illegal to drive while you’re wearing thongs, or flip-flops as some people call them.
3 Years Ago
William Stopford
Cupra wants its electric cars to sound like Star Trek ships
Cupra wants its electric cars to sound like the USS Enterprise, or at the very least a Porsche Taycan.
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James Wong
2024 Honda CR-V detailed for Thailand, hints at Australian specs
The new CR-V has been shown in RHD for the Thai market, which could be an indication of what to expect from the upcoming Australian line-up.
3 Years Ago
William Stopford
SsangYong reveals electric ute concept, new SUVs
SsangYong has previewed a ute version of its electric Torres EVX at the Seoul motor show, plus a couple of brash-looking SUVs.
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Jack Quick
SsangYong Torres EVX: Electric SUV battery, powertrain detailed
KG Mobility has fully unveiled the Torres EVX at the Seoul Mobility Show. It has an LFP battery sourced from BYD and could launch locally.
3 Years Ago
William Stopford
Victoria cracking down on phones, smartwatches, tablets in the car
Tougher laws come into effect from March 31 in Victoria, cracking down on drivers distracted by their mobile phones and other devices.
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William Stopford
Lexus closes NX PHEV orders among record wait times
Lexus has paused orders of the flagship plug-in hybrid version of its popular NX, though you can still place an expression of interest.
3 Years Ago
Jack Quick
Skoda Octavia, Kamiq, Karoq supply improves for 2023
Skoda Australia has confirmed it now has renewed supply of the Octavia, Kamiq, and Karoq. They're entering dealers and can be ordered now.
3 Years Ago
William Stopford
Glut of fresh product coming to Skoda showrooms in 2024
Skoda will launch its first electric vehicle in Australia next year with the Enyaq, with facelifted Scala, Kamiq and Octavia models also coming.
3 Years Ago
William Stopford
Multiple Mitsubishi models recalled
Mitsubishi is recalling over 7000 vehicles as their keys may not have button battery warnings attached.
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James Wong
Hyundai to offer Build to Order program in Australia
Choice, choice, CHOICE! Hyundai wants to offer its customers more customisation and spec options with its Ioniq electric car line-up.
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Paul Maric
Petrol Hyundai N cars to live on, even after regulatory changes
Internal-combustion versions of Hyundai's N cars are likely to kick on, even after emissions regulations tighten in some markets.
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Derek Fung
Renault 5: Retro electric car drivetrain details revealed
The Renault 5 is about a year away from being revealed in production form, so expect this slow drip of information to continue.
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Paul Maric
Hyundai N electric cars to offer drag mode, custom launch control
You no longer need to worry about feeling sick every time you launch your new electric Hyundai N car from a standing start.
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Matt Campbell
Is it illegal to drive and smoke?
While it is legal to smoke in the car, there are circumstances where you will be fined for doing so.
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