[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] An issue with the panoramic sunroof in the large sedan and four-door coupe have forced 19 cars back to the dealership. Volkswagen has recalled a handful of 2016-18 Passat and Arteon models, over concerns about the panoramic sunroof. According to the company, certain models with a panoramic sunroof could have a bonded joint…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] A stealthy new variant has joined the sedan and wagon line-up in the UK, bringing black exterior bits and enhanced equipment levels. Audi UK has launched the A6 Black Edition in both sedan and Avant wagon forms, serving as the new flagship specification. Following the success of the ‘Black Edition’ series rolled out…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] New 2.0 diesel and overdue dual-clutch auto option for Trafic headline French brand’s LCV overhaul announced this week Renault overhauled its light commercial vehicle range in one fell swoop this week, revealing updated versions of the Trafic and Master, plus a concept 2020 Kangoo EV. Given the Trafic is its top-seller in Australia,…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Auto Shanghai 2019 brought out all kinds of attractive new four-wheeled creations, with the best of the best compiled in our traditional Best In Show list right here. Unfortunately, there were a few debuts that definitely left us unimpressed, so we’re calling them out with a follow-up Worst In Show list. Regular readers…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Previous-generation Impreza, Forester, Liberty and Outback models called back to replace potentially faulty replacement inflators, with over 54,900 vehicles affected. Subaru Australia has recalled several model lines over Takata airbags, including older-generation versions of the Impreza, Forester, Liberty and Outback. Affected vehicles have been subject to previous recalls involving like-for-like replacement airbags as…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Two-door GT could see the return of the 928 badge, with underpinnings to be shared with the Bentley Continental. A new report out of the UK indicates Porsche is working on a two-door version of its front-engined Panamera to rival the likes of the BMW 8 Series and Mercedes-Benz S-Class. Britain’s Autocar claims…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] New mid-sized French van arrives with high levels of active safety tech and three powertrain options. Peugeot Australia has kicked off its commercial vehicle rollout with the new Expert van, arriving in Australia priced from $36,490 before on-road costs. At launch, the Expert will be available in standard- and long-body lengths, with three…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Company’s brief period of profitability ends with a larger-than-expected loss blamed, partially, on ‘unforeseen challenges’ related to exporting the Model 3. After two profitable quarters, its first in many a moon, Tesla posted a US$702 million ($984 million) loss during the first quarter of 2019. Although red ink was expected, the loss was…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] RM Sotheby’s Monterey Sale – August 15-17 BLENHEIM, Ontario – RM Sotheby’s has released early entries for its Friday and Saturday evening auctions in Monterey. Early entries for the sale are led by a 1954 Maserati A6GCS, chassis no. 2078, offered fresh to the market following two decades of single enthusiast ownership. 1954…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Over 8000 cars are headed back to the dealer to have their initial replacement inflators dealt with. Honda has recalled 2001-07 Accord and 2003-06 MDX models fitted with like-for-like Takata airbag inflators between March 1, 2015 and December 31, 2017. As with all Takata-related recalls, a combination of heat and humidity can make…