[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Australia’s Electric Vehicle Council said the 40-page Future Fuels Strategy discussion paper was ‘very disappointing.’ The federal government has ruled out subsidising private electric vehicle (EV) purchases – however, it may incentivise businesses to invest in zero-emission fleets. The 40-page Future Fuels Strategy discussion paper – published today – outlines the Federal Government’s…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] What does the Monte Carlo treatment do to the already excellent Skoda Kamiq? Pros and Cons Pros Interior environment and sunroof will wow friends and family Four-cylinder engine is an improvement Space and convenience superior to competitors Cons The cheaper version is more comfortable Creeps up past $40K with options Driveline requires adjusting…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Japanese luxury brand to give F performance arm a boost with three new V8 models. Lexus could be set to expand its F performance division later this year with a trio of V8-powered sedans and coupes, according to overseas reports. Japanese publication Best Car Web claims Lexus will launch three new F-badged, eight-cylinder…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] The US road safety authority says wear and tear in the units can lead to the failure of key functions. Tesla has responded to a United States recall of failing touchscreens in 134,951 of its cars by arguing the units were only ever expected to last five to six years in the first…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] The all-electric SUV’s crash-safety rating is based on 2019 testing by Euro NCAP. The MG ZS electric SUV has been awarded a five-star safety rating by the Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP) – even though the petrol equivalent on which it is based has a four-star score. The electric MG is yet…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Bidding is coming to a close soon on this 1969 Chevy Camaro listed on AutoHunter, the premier online auction platform driven by ClassicCars.com. This Garnet Red RS Camaro is powered by the matching-numbers 350cid V8 paired with a 3-speed TH350 automatic transmission. Bright red hockey stick-style stripes run down the side of the…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] The Hyundai Kona small SUV has had its first major update since it went on sale in 2017. Pros and Cons Pros Practical and roomy cabin Good visibility Wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto work well on dearer models Extendable sun visors Fair fuel economy Runs on regular unleaded petrol Cons Caution: wireless…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] The wraps have come off the fifth-generation Nissan Pathfinder, with local deliveries expected by the fourth quarter. 2022 Nissan Pathfinder has been unveiled in the US 3.5-litre V6 remains, but gets a minor power increase Old CVT dropped in favour of a new nine-speed auto Seven- or eight-seat layouts available The 2022 Nissan…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] The German car maker has increased pricing across much of its range, just three months after the last price rise in Australia. BMW Australia has applied another round of price rises across its most popular models – some by as much as $6000 – representing the third increase since June 2020. The majority…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Hyundai says an electronics board could short circuit, creating an increased risk of fire. Hyundai Australia has issued a recall of 91,572 examples of its Hyundai Tucson SUV (MY15-20) due to a potential fire risk with a circuit board, which forms part of the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). The recall notice, lodged with…