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FCAI PUSHES HARD ON TAKATA AIRBAG RECALL

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The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) has noted the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission’s (ACCC) release of the latest quarterly Takata airbag recall rectification figures. Announced today, the June 30 2019 figures from the ACCC show the automotive industry is steadily completing the monumental task of rectifying more than three million vehicles with faulty Takata airbags in the Australian market. The ACCC has indicated there is a total of 537,000 vehicles still to be rectified, meaning the vast majority of impacted vehicles in Australia have had their airbags replaced…. Read more

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JAGUAR IS WORKING WITH BASF TO RECYCLE HIGH GRADE PLASTICS

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It’s estimated that the amount of waste plastic is predicted to exceed 12 million tonnes globally by 2050. Today, not all of this plastic can be recycled for use in automotive applications – especially in vehicle parts that are required to meet the most exacting safety and quality standards. However, working in conjunction with chemical company, BASF, Jaguar Land Rover is part of a pilot project called ChemCycling that upcycles domestic waste plastic, otherwise destined for landfill or incinerators, into a new high-quality material. The waste plastic is transformed to… Read more

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NEW AUDI A6 TO GET THE LATEST CONNECT PLUS INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM

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Audi has unveiled its latest infotainment system with a range of new convenience, safety and security features. Called Audi Connect plus it’s an upgrade of the previous Audi Connect system and it uses an embedded SIM card linked to the Telstra network to provide these features. To ensure that Audi connect plus was fine-tuned to specific Australian infrastructure requirements the system was incorporated into local testing of the upcoming Audi e-tron electric vehicles including travelling around 10,000 kilometres over a two-year period. The routes including both urban and regional areas… Read more

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MOTORCLASSICA 2019

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Australasia’s premier annual exhibition of rare, classic, collectible and significant cars and motorcycles will celebrate its 10th event this year, with dates confirmed for 11 – 13 October 2019. Motorclassica will once again be staged at Melbourne’s world heritage listed Royal Exhibition Building, its home since the inaugural event of 2010. This year’s Motorclassica 2019 will have an anticipated entry of 150 vehicles for 2019 on the polished wooden boards of the Royal Exhibition building. Outside, will be the club-based displays known as Club Sandwich, which will see a further… Read more

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FIAT 500: WINTER EDITION

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Fiat Australia has launched the Fiat 500 and 500C Collezione Fall/Winter Edition buzz models downunder. It has over $2900 of added value including all around copper liner and 16-inch copper alloy wheels Limited to just 30 units (15 hatch and 15 cabriolet) the Fiat 500 Collezione Fall/Winter Edition features two-tone Bordeaux and Grey Solid exterior paint finish with all around copper liner. Inside there’s a grey body colour dashboard with copper liner and striped seat inserts. Available with both full-manual and automated-manual “Dualogic” transmissions the Fiat 500 Collezione Fall/Winter Edition… Read more

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DETAILS: 2020 BMW X1 UPGRADES

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BMW Group Australia has announced pricing and specifications for its revised 2020 X1 LCI range. The smallest member of the BMW SUV line-up takes on more athletic form with the signature BMW kidney grille now coming as a large single-piece that sits over a redesigned front apron. Standard LED headlights are now hexagonal in shape. Adaptive headlights including anti-dazzle matrix high-beam function are available as a part of the Driver Assistant Package for added night visibility. New body-coloured inlays, larger exhaust diameter (90mm) and full LED rear L shaped lights… Read more

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TOP OF THE LINE 590HP MASERATI LEVANTE TROFEO

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A superb top-of-the-line 590hp Maserati Levante has just been released to those who love owning an Italian supercar that’s surprisingly good in harsh off-road regions. Called Trofeo it’s the first Levante to be built around a V8 engine and one of the fastest SUVs ever, boasting a top speed of 304 km/h at a ridiculously short 3.9 seconds to reach 100 km/h. The Levante Trofeo is equipped with a 3.8-litre V8 that’s a re-engineered and upgraded version of the engine fitted in the flagship Quattroporte GTS. It delivers 590hp (441kW)… Read more

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UPDATE FOR MERCEDES-AMG GLC 43

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Mercedes-AMG is introducing a comprehensive range of measures in what it calls “a fundamental update” of its GLC 43 4MATIC SUV and Coupe models. Visually, there’s a new design AMG grille, lights and front apron and the rear features round twin tailpipe finishers. The restyled, flatter LED High Performance headlamps, with flare effect for the daytime running lamps, serve to emphasise the expressive character of the front section. The matt black fins over the air intakes feature trim elements in Silver Shadow. The 3.0-litre V6 biturbo engine now develops 287… Read more

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FORD MUSTANG GT: 2020 DETAILS

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The MY2020 Ford Mustang GT specs and details have been announced by Ford Australia with new options and standout colours giving it plenty of appeal. As will a further expansion of the company’s Service Benefits program. Mustang was re-introduced to Australia in December 2015, and has since become Australia’s most popular sportscar. Offered in Fastback and Convertible models, it has been the best-selling sportscar in Australia for 30 consecutive months. The MY2020 Mustang GT Fastback will be offered with a new Black Shadow Pack that gives the Fastback model a… Read more

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HYUNDAI KONA WINS GOOD DESIGN AWARDS

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The Hyundai Kona Electric has earned top honours at the 2019 Good Design Awards, securing the overall award in the Automotive and Transport product category. Kona Electric’s outstanding success comes in a year that is notable for its high calibre of entries, including rival electric vehicles the Tesla Model 3 and Nissan Leaf. Judges were impressed by Kona Electric’s ability to package its long-range EV powertrain with advanced standard safety and convenience technologies at what they called, “an accessible price”. However, with a prices of $59,990 (Elite) and $64,490 (Highlander)… Read more