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Ford posts its biggest loss since the Global Financial Crisis
Tariffs and EV costs have seen Ford post one of its largest-ever losses, but it’s not all bad news for the US automaker.
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In this episode, Mandy is joined by Scott Collie and Tony Crawford, with Jack Quick chiming in to run through the latest in automotive news and what’s happening at CarExpert’s offices around Australia.
In car news, there are new speed cameras coming for Queensland school and roadworks zones, South Australia wants to make high-powered vehicle owners pass tougher licence tests, the Federal Government is taking steps to make EVs more accessible in Australia, and Dodge has teased its first electric muscle car.
Scott also talks about his launch drives of the new Cupra Leon, Formentor, and Ateca.
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Scott Collie is an automotive journalist based in Melbourne, Australia. Scott studied journalism at RMIT University and, after a lifelong obsession with everything automotive, started covering the car industry shortly afterwards. He has a passion for travel, and is an avid Melbourne Demons supporter.
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