News24th Aug 20171 min read2015-2016 Mercedes-Benz GL, GLE, GLS recalled for steering fix - UPDATE…News24th Aug 20171 min read2015-2016 Mercedes-Benz GL, GLE, GLS recalled for steering fix - UPDATE…
News23rd Aug 20172 min readAudi drops engine displacement badges in favour of power ratings…Derek Fung
News23rd Aug 20171 min read2012-14 Ford Kuga recalled for fire risk…James WongFord has issued a recall for 8878 examples of its Kuga SUV build from December 2012 through June 2014 over concerns faulty insulation materials in the B-pillar could pose a fire risk. The Blue Oval reports that certain vehicles are at risk of the insulation material on the inner face of the lower B-pillar trim being subjected to a concentrated heat source in the event of an impact where the front seatbelt retractor pretensioner is deployed. …
News23rd Aug 20172 min readVolkswagen T-Roc R SUV in testing for potential launch - report…James WongThe upcoming Volkswagen T-Roc crossover could potentially spawn an all-out 'R' variant, according to a new report out of the UK. Speaking with Autocar, the company's research and development boss, Frank Welsch, said he had a development vehicle already commissioned "for testing" because he "likes the idea" of such a model. …
News23rd Aug 20173 min readAriel Hipercar: The quickest accelerating supercar ever…News23rd Aug 20173 min readAriel Hipercar: The quickest accelerating supercar ever…
News23rd Aug 20173 min read2018 LDV T60 ute and D90 SUV in Australia from October…James WongThe Australian distributor for Chinese manufacturer LDV has confirmed it will be launching the T60 ute in Australia on October 1, with the D90 SUV to follow on November 15. The T60 ute will be powered by a 2.8-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine, developing 110kW of power and 360Nm of torque. Buyers will be offered the choice of a six-speed manual or six-speed auto, along with two- and all-wheel drivetrains, depending on variant. …
News23rd Aug 20174 min readVictorian driverless testing highlights need for improved infrastructure…Mike Stevens
News23rd Aug 20171 min readDubbo to trial digital driver licence tech, due for public release in 2019…James WongTransport for New South Wales (NSW) has announced this week that residents of Dubbo will be able to trial digital driver licence technology in November. Accessible through a mobile phone app, the digital licence can be used for proof of identity and proof of age to enter pubs and clubs, along with roadside police checks. …
