[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Korean brand’s local boss says the company isn’t able to bring regular hybrids Down Under at a low enough price to compete with the Japanese automotive giant. Instead, it’ll focus on PHEVs, EVs, and maybe even fuel-cell vehicles. Hyundai Australia says it can’t compete with ‘hybrid king’ Toyota, and as such won’t be…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Japanese hybrid saloon gains new F Sport grade and Enhancement Pack options, along with the range-wide inclusion of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Lexus Australia has revealed pricing and specifications for the upgraded ES300h range, which sees the addition of new model variants and the standard inclusion of smartphone mirroring systems across the…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross has come in for some minor model-year changes as demand continues to grow in a slowing market. Mitsubishi has given its Eclipse Cross city SUV a mild makeover and a slight price rise on some models for 2020 – and added the option of all-wheel drive for the mid-range…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] The US Securities and Exchange Commission claims FCA paid dealers to manipulate their sales data over a five-year period. Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) has settled with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) over accusations it inflated sales figures between 2012 and 2016. The Detroit (and Turin) giant will pay US$40 million ($59…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] A total of 346 cars are included in Porsche’s recall, which impacts four model lines. Porsche has recalled the 2015-16 Panamera, 911, Boxster and Cayman (981 and 982 generation), over concerns about their airbag control units. According to the company, an airbag control unit with an out of specification capacitor for maintaining power…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] I’m Sorry, But I’m Not Sorry About This, DIY and car repair with Scotty Kilmer. Youtube apology video. Here’s why I can’t answer all your car questions. The truth about running a car channel on YouTube. Car advice. DIY car repair with Scotty Kilmer, an auto mechanic for the last 51 years. ⬇️Scotty’s…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] 1280 family SUVs could have faulty wiring harnesses that could cause numerous electrical issues. Mazda Australia has issued a recall for the 2017 model-year CX-9 crossover over concerns a wiring issue could cause “communication errors” between the vehicle’s control modules. The company reports affected vehicles could have wiring harness connectors that have “weak…
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[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Just under 400 of Mazda’s city cars could have leaky fuel tanks. Mazda Australia has issued a recall for the 2018 model-year Mazda 2 light car over concerns an issue with the fuel tank could cause a leak. The Japanese brand reports affected vehicles may have fuel tanks that “exceed the specified manufacturing…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Anyone who knows ABT Sportsline knows that the German tuner isn’t the type to roll out tuning programs that border on obscenity. It’s not Mansory. It’s not TopCar. Heck, it’s not even Brabus. ABT Sportsline sits on the more refined side of the tuning fence, but every so often, it’s not afraid to…