Day: July 26, 2023

Give hybrid vehicles a closer look |

Someone once asked me whether it made me feel smug to drive a Prius. The question flummoxed me because it seemed so far afield of reality, and my response apparently shocked him. “Well,

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VW takes 5% stake in China EV maker Xpeng

Volkswagen Group plans to invest $700 million in Xpeng and jointly develop electric vehicles in China as the German automaker fights to halt a sales slide in its most important market. VW Group

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Car insurance: 6 tips for finding the best deal

In recent months, car insurance prices have surged, and they’re expected to keep climbing. In its State of Auto Insurance in 2023 report, ValuePenguin projected that car insurance rates would go up by

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6 ways to save on car insurance

An illustrated image of a red car sheltered by a red umbrella and a check list beside it PaperFox / Getty Images In recent months, car insurance prices have surged, and they’re expected

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AutoNation Down But Far From Out

  AutoNation is using several tools, including its newly acquired captive finance company and a gradually expanding used-car networkto try and recapture “lapsed” customers – those who disappear after their new-car warranty expires

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Looking to buy a used EV? Here’s why they’re so expensive — and when they’ll be more affordable

Early last year, as demand for electric vehicles (EVs) shot up and supply to Australia remained tight, second-hand Teslas were selling for head-turning prices. In some cases, used models were selling for more than

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Honda’s little electric car to die because people want SUVs

The retro Honda E electric hatchback won’t be replaced as the Japanese brand instead focuses on electric SUVs. That’s the word from Rebecca Adamson, Head of Automobile at Honda Cars UK, who told

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Vehicle reversing cameras to be mandatory from 2025

Rear-view cameras and motion sensors to be fitted to all new vehicles in Australia from mid-decade Reversing cameras and rear motion sensors will become mandatory on all new-generation motor vehicles entering the Australian

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Perth automotive business, SAI Auto Care, fined for exploiting sponsored migrant worker

A Perth automotive business has been fined thousands of dollars for exploiting a sponsored migrant worker. The Australian Border Force said it had fined the company Excellent Accounts Pty Ltd, which trades under

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Porsche Profit Climbs on Robust 911, Macan Combustion-Car Sales

Porsche AG posted rising earnings in the first half thanks to robust demand for lucrative combustion-engine models like the Macan sport utility vehicle and the 911 sports car. Operating profit climbed 11% to

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