Category: Australia

WA charges ahead on EVs with website to help prospective buyers

New EV strategy webpage launched to highlight the benefits of ownership in WA Informative videos available to provide tips for potential buyers Consumers can discover expert advice, and test drive an EV at

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Electric utes, vans and trucks to drive emissions down

Electric utes and delivery vans, not merely cars, could be the answer to curbing Australia’s accelerating carbon emissions. Commercial electric vehicles, or CEVs, represent nine per cent of the nation’s carbon emissions, and

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Mini Toyota HiLux ‘Champ’ spied in Thailand, production to start this month

This cute ute will reportedly wear the Toyota HiLux badge when it goes into production later this month – though don’t expect it to rival Australia’s best-selling vehicle in local showrooms. View 4 images

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More hybrids coming? Supply levels of 2024 Honda CR-V, ZR-V, HR-V and Civic Type R revealed – Car News

Much like most other manufacturers, Honda’s stock levels have been up and down since the pandemic, and while supply has improved on some key models, it’s the hybrids and hot hatches that still

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Buying a used Ford Escape (2016-20)

The Kuga-replacing ZG-series Ford Escape often flies under the radar of many buyers, but is a practical choice for families wanting a second-hand mid-size SUV Short history of the Ford Escape In common

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Toyota and Hyundai join forces to accelerate hydrogen cars

Japanese and Korean brands sign deal with Ampol and Pacific Energy to develop hydrogen vehicle refuelling infrastructure in Australia Toyota Australia, Hyundai Australia, Ampol and Pacific Energy have signed a memorandum of understanding

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YTG boss discusses future plans for Elfin brand

ELFIN Sports Cars made headlines earlier this year when it was announced that new owners, Young Timer’s Garage (YTG) in Keysborough, Victoria, had purchased the brand – and a number of vehicles –

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BYD aiming high with new Dolphin electric car in Australia

BYD only started deliveries of its entry-level Dolphin just last week, but it already has big goals for the little electric hatchback. “Our first deliveries of Dolphin started last week and we plan

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Comprehensive review released into insurers’ response to 2022 flood

Tuesday, 31 October 2023 A comprehensive review of insurers’ response to Australia’s largest ever extreme weather event released today has set out seven areas for action by insurers and the Insurance Council of

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New BYD ute details drop: Chinese brand’s bold plan for dual-cab dominance in Australia with plug-in hybrid power as it says “we don’t fear the HiLux or Ranger” – Car News

BYD says it doesn’t fear the Toyota HiLux or Ford Ranger, boldly saying its first dual cab will be the best ute in Australia. The news comes from Luke Todd, head of EVDirect

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