Former Mitsubishi CEO Masuko diesDerek Fung Osamu Masuko, the long-time chairman and CEO of Mitsubishi Motors, has passed away under a month after suddenly resigning.2 months agoComments
Jaguar Land Rover takes V8 production in-houseDerek Fung Jaguar Land Rover has confirmed it will take over production of the AJ-V8 from Ford, meaning the rumoured adoption of BMW V8s is at least a few years away.3 months agoComments
Japanese government pushed for Honda and Nissan merger – reportDerek Fung Officials close to the Japanese PM reportedly pushed for merger talks to begin between Honda and Nissan, but the call was rejected by both automakers.3 months agoComments
Masuko quits as Mitsubishi chairman due to health problemsDerek Fung Osamu Masuko, chairman of Mitsubishi Motors, and recent CEO, has left his role due to unspecified health problems.3 months agoComments
July VFACTS: Hybrid overtakes diesel in SUVs, carsMike Costello Hybrid and PHEV cars and SUVs owned more than 12 per cent market share in July, thanks in large part to Toyota. 3 months agoComments
Automakers post big losses during COVID-impacted quarterDerek Fung 2020 has been a difficult year for everyone, and the world's carmakers are no exception. Here's a breakdown of how the big brands fared in the first half. 3 months agoComments
Chinese cars continue to rise through COVID-19Scott Collie The Australian car market is struggling in 2020, but a number of Chinese brands continue to grow their sales. 3 months agoComments
VFACTS: New vehicle sales tumbled 13 per cent in JulyMike Costello Today's Australia-wide sales data shows new vehicle sales dipped 13 per cent in July 2020, with the lion's share of that drop coming from Victoria. Toyota's RAV4 was easily the top-selling vehicle. 3 months agoComments
Ford CEO Jim Hackett quits, hands over to COODerek Fung Jim Hackett has announced he is quitting as Ford's CEO and president, with the company's chief operating officer designated to take over.3 months agoComments
Car dealers brace for Stage 4 lockdown, JobKeeper painScott Collie Victorian car dealerships are bracing for Stage 4 restrictions, while the industry faces an uncertain nationwide future when the next round of JobKeeper government assistance kicks in this September. 3 months agoComments
Renault poaches Peugeot design chiefDerek Fung Gilles Vidal, formerly head of design for Peugeot, will become Renault's new design chief in November.3 months agoComments
Ford Australia appoints new president and CEOScott Collie Kay Hart is being replaced at the top of Ford Australia, as she moves onwards and upwards in the Ford universe. 3 months agoComments
