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News19th Apr 20181 min read2012-2016 Tesla Model S recalled…Scott CollieTesla Australia has recalled more than 800 Model S sedans, over concerns about faulty bolts in the steering rack. According to the company, vehicles with Bosch steering racks exposed to long-term, high-corrosion environments could have corroded aluminium bolts attaching the power steering gear assist motor. If the bolts fracture, the power steering gear assist could move, causing the transmission belt (which connects the motor to the rack itself) to slip. …
News19th Apr 20182 min read2020 Lexus CT to offer EV option to tackle Model 3 - report…James WongLexus is planning big things for its next-generation CT small car, with a new report claiming the brand will offer an electric variant to take on the likes of the Tesla Model 3. Auto Express quotes the company's European boss, Pascal Ruch, confirming a successor to its ageing Prius-based model, adding Lexus wants to offer "something different" to differentiate the CT from the Mercedes-Benz A-Class and BMW 1 Series. …
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News18th Apr 20181 min readChina to remove foreign automaker ownership limits by 2022…Derek FungChina is planning to repeal its foreign ownership restrictions on car manufacturers, with the cap to be fully removed by 2022. The country's state planner has informed the BBC and other news outlets it will remove foreign ownership caps on makers of fully-electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles this year. Commercial vehicle manufacturers will be freed from restrictions in 2020, while general automakers can be fully owned by an overseas entity from 2022. …
News18th Apr 20181 min readHonda EV concepts, Acura CDX Hybrid confirmed for Beijing…James WongHonda has released initial details of its exhibit for the Beijing motor show later this month, including world premieres of two new concepts and the reveal of the Acura CDX Hybrid. The Japanese manufacturer will have a joint booth for both of its partner ventures in the Chinese market – Dongfeng Honda and GAC Honda – headlined by a concept previewing an upcoming China-exclusive EV model, and an all-new sedan concept, which at this stage remains unnamed. …
