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HYUNDAI EV PROPHECY

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Hyundai Motor has revealed more details of its Prophecy Concept EV, saying it’s shape is inspired by the vintage cars of the 1920s and 30s, with a smooth, coupe-like design. Prophecy doesn’t have a steering wheel, it is controlled by dual joysticks located left and right from the driver: one on the centre console and the other on the door trim. Some 90 per cent of the vehicle’s functions can be controlled via buttons on the joysticks The infotainment system is integrated into a large screen stretching across the entire… Read more

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NEW VEHICLE SALES: MARCH 2020

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The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI), the peak body for the automotive industry, has announced new vehicle sales figures for the month of March 2020. Sales for the month totalled 81,690, consisting of 21,777 passenger vehicles for a 26.7 per cent share of the market, 39,171 SUVs (48.0 per cent share) and 18,162 light commercial vehicles (22.2 per cent share). These figures represent negative growth of 17.9 per cent when compared to March 2019 and are mainly attributed to the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on the general economy…. Read more

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2020 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE UPGRADES

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Mitsubishi Mirage has received significant updates with changes to the style inside and out, improved infotainment and additional safety features. The Mitsubishi’s dynamic shield front ties in with new bumpers with large, angular recesses are aimed at giving it a broaded frontal stance. The rear has a squared-off look at the bumper corners and a colour-key rear spoiler. In addition, the Mirage LS gains new LED headlamps with headlamp-levelling, LED daytime running lamps, and LED rear combination lamps. It rides on 15-inch alloys. The revised interior includes Mitsubishi’s 7-inch smartphone… Read more

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GEN-THREE GENESIS G80: FIRST DETAILS

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All-new Genesis G80 is the third generation of the South Korean brand’s executive sedan and will arrive in Australia in the second half of 2020. Styling is impressive, with a Parabolic Line, which the designers tell us, “begins at the front Quad Lamp and gradually runs lower to the rear through the top of the door. This elegant line is counter-balanced by athletic power lines emphasising the strength of fender volume and the up-fitted 20-inch wheels. In addition, the chrome trim beginning from behind the front wheels stretches out along… Read more

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DANGEROUS TAKATA AIRBAGS

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Car manufacturers have reminded vehicle owners that many car dealerships are open and ready to complete the rectification of faulty Takata airbags. A faulty Takata airbag has the potential to seriously injure, or even kill, vehicle drivers and passengers. Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) chief executive, Tony Weber, said vehicle owners could easily check the recall status of their vehicles by visiting the industry website www.ismyairbagsafe.com.au. “We understand this is a very stressful time in our community, but we can’t afford to lose sight of the safety of our… Read more

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MOTOR TRADERS’ ASSOCIATION OF NSW WELCOMES FEDERAL AND NSW GOVERNMENTS STIMULUS MEASURES

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The Motor Traders’ Association of NSW (MTA NSW), an Employers Association representing over 3,000 automotive businesses in NSW, has welcomed both the Federal Government and NSW Government recent stimulus measures, citing a number of benefits for its Members. In commenting on the recent announcements, MTA NSW CEO, Stavros Yallouridis, lauded the stimulus packages, saying it would assist its Members to continue providing the vital services that ensure NSW would keep on the move. “Government action is needed to assist the thousands of small and medium-sized businesses that our Members operate,… Read more

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MAZDA CX-5 HAS ADDED OFF-ROAD APPEAL

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In an interesting move Mazda CX-5 has answered the critics who say too many SUVs aren’t really aimed at off-road use. Leading the 2020 upgrades is a new Off-Road Traction Assist function in all AWD models. With the push of a button the AWD and traction control systems effectively electronically lock the rear differential in the same way rugged 4×4 vehicles operate. It then distributes the right amount of torque to the tyres that have grip to extricate the vehicle by suppressing tyre spin to maximise traction. The updated Mazda… Read more

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YOU CAN’T ESCAPE – RAMs WILL GET YOU ANYWHERE

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NSW Police Marine Command has taken delivery of a RAM 5.7-litre V8 Hemi 1500 Crew Cab to tow police jet skis and rigid inflatables to locations throughout the State. Based in Balmain, Sydney, the NSW Police Marine Area Command’s (MAC) responsibility extends to all coastal areas of NSW and 200 nautical miles out to sea. “These trucks go everywhere in NSW with the MAC enforcement team, from Tweed Heads down to the Murray,” says NSW Police Marine Command Superintendent, Stephen Hegarty. “The 4.5-tonne max brake towing is incredibly useful as… Read more

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REFRESHED RENAULT KANGOO

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Renault Kangoo is Europe’s number one selling small van and has been on sale in Australia since 1997. For model year 2020 features have been added across the range. The MY20 Kangoo range consists of two models; the Compact with an 84 kW 1.2-litre petrol engine, driving through either a manual or automatic transmission. And the Maxi comes with an 81 kW 1.5-litre diesel. It’s sold only as an automatic. All models now come standard with glazed 180-degree opening rear barn doors, a rear-view camera, automatic dusk-sensing headlights, rain-sensing windscreen… Read more

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HVIA PLEASED WITH GOVERNMENT’S CORONAVIRUS STIMULUS PACKAGE

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The Australian Government’s “Coronavirus stimulus package” has pulled the right levers to encourage spending according to Heavy Vehicle Industry Australia (HVIA). HVIA chief executive Todd Hacking said the tax incentives for equipment purchases will incentivise spending by the industry’s customers, enable investment by manufacturing businesses and protect jobs. “The current disruptions place the world economy on something of a precipice,” Mr Hacking said. “The Australian Government’s stimulus package is a realistic and well-timed response, giving our economy the shot in the arm it needs and that will protect business and… Read more