Simon Christie
Tank 300: China's modified 4x4 a big hit, Australia could be next
China’s biggest off-road accessory importer, Yunliang 4x4, is tapping into rampant demand, selling 1000 of these Tank 300 beasts in minutes.
3 Years Ago
Anthony Crawford
‘Perfect form’: Hyundai global CEO idolises the Porsche 911
Hyundai's Motor's global CEO tells us that Porsche's 'unshakeable commitment' is an inspiration for his equally ambitious company.
3 Years Ago
Mike Costello
This week in car news: July 18-22
Here are some of the more interesting developments from the past week in Australian automotive news – in case you missed them.
3 Years Ago
Derek Fung
Volkswagen CEO Herbert Diess steps down, replaced by Porsche chief
Come September 1, the world's second largest automaker, the Volkswagen Group, will have a new man in charge, Porsche's CEO Oliver Blume.
3 Years Ago
William Stopford
Tesla removing lifetime subscriptions for navigation, more
All new Teslas ordered from July 20 onwards will only have eight years of navigation, instead of the previous lifetime offer.
3 Years Ago
Mike Costello
MG 4 Electric: Exports of 'Global' Chinese EV hatch commence
The VW Golf-sized MG 4 Electric is a truly global Chinese car, with shiploads heading to Europe – and Australia among the next recipients.
3 Years Ago
William Stopford
Ford Mustang orders paused in Australia amid chip shortage
Supply chain hurdles have led Ford to close orders for the top-selling Mustang and prioritise existing ones.
3 Years Ago
Jack Quick
Running list of cars with spec changes, due to chip shortage
Here are some of the cars confirmed to have had features temporarily removed due to the global semiconductor shortage.
3 Years Ago
Jack Quick
Ram 1500 recalled
Ram Trucks Australia is recalling its 2022 DT-Series 1500 as drivers may experience a loss of steering control.
3 Years Ago
William Stopford
New Lexus hybrid and electric small car for 2024 – report
Reports from Japan suggest a new crossove will sit at the bottom of Lexus' range, adjacent to the UX, with petrol, hybrid and electric power.
3 Years Ago
Jack Quick
2023 Mercedes-Benz CLE coupe spied
The Mercedes-Benz CLE is expected to succeed the C-Class and E-Class coupe and convertibles. The coupe has been spied for the first time.
3 Years Ago
Jack Quick
Ford adding cheaper EV batteries to help fight Tesla
Ford is going to start putting cheaper-to-produce LFP batteries in a number of its EVs, as it gears up to produce 600,000 in 2023.
3 Years Ago
William Stopford
2023 Kia Seltos update detailed, hits Australia this year
Kia has detailed the updates for the 2023 Seltos in Korea, which include a new transmission and more safety and convenience tech. It's here this year.
3 Years Ago
Derek Fung
Alpine A110 E-ternité electric coupe unveiled
Alpine is wishing itself "bon anniversaire" with an all-electric version of the well-regarded, but slow-selling A110.
3 Years Ago
James Wong
Nissan X-Trail e-Power hybrid: Seven-seats, AWD available
Nissan's Japanese division has detailed the X-Trail e-Power range for the domestic market, hinting at what could be offered in Australia.
3 Years Ago
Scott Collie
Volvo V40, V60, S60, XC60 recalled
Volvo Car Australia has recalled four models to fix a problem with the cooling system in Australia.
3 Years Ago