Category: Australia

Subaru dodges questions on why it slashed Solterra electric-car price

Subaru Australia has not acknowledged why it slashed up to $8000 from the price of its first electric car – which was $12,500 dearer than the cheapest Tesla Model Y – days before

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EVs bounce back in new car sales race

Almost one in 10 new cars sold last month was powered by electricity, undermining the car industry’s argument surrounding vehicle emissions. Running changes keep one of the most successful electric cars on top

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VFACTS February 2024: Another record month for Australian new car sales

February 2024 was yet another record-breaking month for new car deliveries in Australia, with a long-expected slowdown in sales yet to be reflected in the tallies. A total of 105,023 vehicles were sold

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Nissan, Tesla sales up in another record breaking month

The Australian new car market has posted another record-breaking month ahead of a predicted drop in sales later this year as supply continues to catch up with demand. According to official new-car sales

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Why this new EV is the safe choice

One of the most trusted and reliable car brands in Australia has finally launched its first electric car and it could be the one lots of Aussies have been waiting for. So Subaru

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Australian new-car sales in February 2024: VFACTS records smashed again

New-car deliveries increased by 20 per cent year-on-year last month – and beat the all-time February record by 8500 vehicles. View 6 images February 2024 marked another record month for deliveries of new motor

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New Subaru Forester due in Australia 2025 with Toyota hybrid power

The next-generation Subaru Forester is scheduled to arrive in Australia in 2025, with an upgraded hybrid system partially sourced from Toyota planned to launch alongside the petrol version. View 7 images The new Subaru

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Continental launches new tyre for electric cars in Australia

The German tyre giant is the latest brand to offer rubber designed specifically for electric cars in Australia. Electric Cars View 3 images Continental is the latest tyre manufacturer to launch a new range

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Toyota’s mini monster! LandCruiser FJ name secured for Australia as RAV4 Hybrid-powered Suzuki Jimny rival prepares for launch – Car News

Toyota has applied to trademark the name “LandCruiser FJ” in Australia, seemingly naming the mini-LandCruiser that’s expected to be unveiled before the end of the year. The trademark application adds weight to solid

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Thai alarm at Australia’s fuel efficiency standard, manufacturers to face fines

Thailand is set to raise concerns over Labor’s new car pollution standards at the ASEAN conference in Melbourne this week, with Australian manufacturers facing $639m in penalties for vehicles that have been produced

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