[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Over 1800 SUVs could have faulty stability control systems. SAIC Motor has issued a recall for the 2016-18 ZS over concerns about a potential software fault in the Stability Control System (SCS). The Chinese manufacturer reports affected vehicles could see their stability control fail, decreasing power steering assistance. If the condition occurs, the steering…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Facelifted luxury sports coupe now available with muscly body kit, suspension tweaks, and new wheels in domestic market. The updated Lexus RC is now available with a range of new Toyota Racing Development (TRD) accessories in its home market of Japan, including cosmetic and suspension upgrades to give it the look of a V8-powered…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Plug-in SUV to bolster iPerformance range, joining X5 xDrive45e in electrified line-up. BMW’s CEO has confirmed the marque is planning an X3 plug-in hybrid for launch next year, according to new reports from overseas. In a statement released to overseas media, Harald Kruger, CEO for BMW said the mid-size SUV would gain a PHEV…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Level four and five automation is coming to California next year, in the form of a ride-hailing trial. Bosch and Daimler are joining forces for level four and five automated vehicle trials in San Jose, California, set to start in the second half of 2019. The companies have signed a memorandum of understanding…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] 230 electrified sedans asked back over wiring fault that could pose a fire hazard. Mercedes-Benz Australia has issued a recall for the C300 BlueTec Hybrid and C350e plug-in hybrid due to a wiring issue. The German luxury marque reports the diesel-electric and petrol-electric (respectively) variants could have an incorrectly-routed electric line in the engine bay,…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] That’s right, there’ll be drivers involved too. But they won’t be racing the entire time. Roborace has been in the works for a while now, promising to revolutionise racing by removing the driver. Turns out, the revolution won’t happen overnight though, with the series CEO revealing season one will involve a combination of…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Local arm commences campaign for 2400 vehicles ahead of schedule to fix passenger-side inflators. Toyota has initiated its recall of the 2001-2007 Corolla (ZZE121,122,123 generations) and the 2001-03 Avensis Verso (ACM20) as part of the ongoing Takata campaign. Initially scheduled for July or December 2019, this notice affects older-generation Corolla and Avensis Verso models produced between October…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] One car will make its debut in Coffs Harbour this weekend, the other will join early in 2019. Toyota Australia is throwing its considerable weight behind a factory rally operation, set to run two Yaris AP4 cars in the Australian Rally Championship (ARC). The new team will debut at Rally Australia in Coffs…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Chances are that if you’ve got the all-new 2018 Renault Megane RS in your future car-ownership crosshairs, you’ve already decided on transmission preference in the choice between conventional manual and EDC dual-clutch types, even before you’ve so much as sat in the French hatch. Fair enough. There’s also a fair chance, be it before…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Non-Takata airbag issue forces 2121 cars back to dealers for a fix. Toyota has recalled the ‘ZZE122′ Corolla, over concerns about the ECU controlling the airbags. According to the company, affected vehicles could experience electrical shorting in the airbag system, which in turn could damage the circuits in the airbag sensor assembly. If…