Category: Australia

Concerns tougher fuel emissions standards will disadvantage farmers who rely on utes

New fuel emission standards the federal government plans to roll out across Australia next year are raising fears for the future of farm utes. Key points: The federal government plans to roll out

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VFACTS 2023: The best-selling hybrids and plug-in hybrids in Australia

More than 1.2 million new cars were sold in Australia throughout 2023, with almost 110,000 of these being hybrid or plug-in hybrid (PHEV) vehicles. Last year was a record one for both hybrids

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Floods to push up cost of vehicle ownership and motor insurance

The knock-on effect of the recent floods on Australia’s east coast will affect car insurance premiums for all Australians as well as push up the prices of used cars and parts, says Ms

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Regulators urged to tackle Toyota over use of “electric” in hybrid car ads

Regulators in Australia and around the world are being urged to take Toyota to task over the way it advertises hybrid vehicles. The US-based group, Eko, issued the call on Tuesday, claiming an

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Car Insurance Outlook for 2024 – Forbes Advisor Australia

Key trends that will influence the car insurance industry in Australia in 2024 include: Continued Price Rises Claims inflation should slow in 2024, but not drastically—so expect to see your car insurance costs

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BYD Seal U SUV to be plug-in hybrid only in Australia, no electric version yet – report

BYD’s new mid-size SUV for Australia will not be available as an electric vehicle. However an alternative to fill the gap may arrive at a later date. View 9 images BYD Seal U/Song Plus

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Australia-bound electric Jeep hits 0-100km/h in 3.5 seconds

Details of the first global battery-electric Jeep have been announced in the US ahead of its arrival in Australian showrooms in 2024. View 2 images The Jeep Wagoneer S SUV will go on sale

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Indonesia now building Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 4WDs for Australia

Vehicles built in Indonesia are back in Australian new-car showrooms as some Mitsubishi Pajero Sport production moves away from Thailand. View 3 images Indonesia has begun producing Mitsubishi Pajero Sport four-wheel-drive wagons destined for

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Nissan launches pioneering used car upcycling program

Factory-backed trial gives new lease of life to tired old cars, focussing on the Nissan Cube Nissan Japan has launched a pioneering automotive upcycling project to extend the life of its vehicles as

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Tech innovations predicted to drive motor insurance business

The Australian car insurance landscape is shifting gears, driven by technological innovation and always-evolving consumer needs, said Mozo, a company which operates a financial comparison platform. Some of the major car insurance trends

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