Mike Costello
Which SUVs don't match their fuel economy stickers in the real world?
Which SUVs meet their lab-based fuel economy claims in the real world, and which ones fail? A government program is finding out.
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Scott Collie
Delays put Australian fuel efficiency standards on the rocks
Australia will remain in the dark ages on new car emissions for longer than initially planned, due to delays in planned legislation.
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Paul Gover
The car brands at risk of leaving Australia
A crowded, competitive local new car market could see some less successful brands withdraw, says Toyota Australia's vice president of sales and marketing.
2 Years Ago
James Wong
Kia laments cancelled orders as long waits persist
Ongoing supply constraints and extended wait times are seeing customers jump out of the queue for in-demand models, Kia's local boss says.
2 Years Ago
James Wong
Kia wants a national charging program for electric cars
A government-backed national charging network is what Kia Australia's boss would like to see to help drive electric vehicle uptake.
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James Wong
BMW confirms sale of its largest Australian dealership
BMW has sold its company-owned dealership in Sydney, in a "strategic move" that will see the Australian Motor Group take over the site.
2 Years Ago
Scott Collie
Australian new car sales top massive milestone with months to spare
Australia has blown through the million-delivery mark for new cars in 2023, and there's still two months to go. Tougher times are ahead, however.
2 Years Ago
Jade Credentino
Volkswagen Group Australia has a new managing director
Volkswagen Group Australia has announced its new managing director. Karsten Seifert will begin his new appointment in November 2023.
2 Years Ago
Paul Gover
Why record new car sales results in Australia are fake news
New car sales figures aren't necessarily reflective of actual demand, with hangovers from COVID-19 boosting the numbers.
2 Years Ago
Mike Costello
More realistic fuel efficiency testing now underway in Australia
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese launches long-awaited real-world testing regime, with 200 vehicles to be put through a series of tests.
2 Years Ago
William Stopford
High Court forces Victorian government to repeal electric car tax
The High Court of Australia has found the Victorian Government can't force zero- or low-emission vehicle owners to pay a road-user charge.
2 Years Ago
William Stopford
New Zealand to ditch electric car rebates, fees for high-emission vehicles
The newly elected New Zealand National government has pledged to kill EV subsidies, and fees for higher-emission vehicles this year.
2 Years Ago
Jade Credentino
Petrol prices hit an all-time high in Australia
Petrol prices continue to rise in Australia, hitting an all-time high of over $2 per litre in early October.
2 Years Ago
Mike Costello
VFACTS September 2023: Australian new car sales records tumble again
Another bumper month sees the market on record pace, but chalk much of this up to the easing of backorders thanks to better supply.
2 Years Ago
Jack Quick
Tesla considering Thai Gigafactory – report
Elon Musk has reportedly met with Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin to discuss the potential of a new factory in Thailand.
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Derek Fung
Europe abandons tougher emissions laws for petrol, diesel cars
The tighter Euro 7 emissions laws proposed last year for petrol and diesel cars have all but been abandoned as carmakers rush to develop EVs.
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