Automotive ‘Car not a phone’ – VW returns hard controls PHYSICAL controls will return to the cabin of the Volkswagon. The German carmaker said touch-style controls (haptic sliders) were a mistake not to be repeated. Staff Writers 19 Mar 2025
Automotive F150 delayed yet again THE latest Ford F-150 pickup will arrive on Australian shores later than planned, becoming the brand’s latest model to experience delays. Staff Writers 05 Mar 2025
Automotive EV sales continue to spiral PORSCHE will take a $1.31 billion hit as it returns to producing petrol, diesel and plug-in hybrid drivelines for lines it had planned to be fully electric. Staff Writers 26 Feb 2025
Automotive Push for new tax on EVs A ROAD user charge is being pushed for electric vehicles which would see drivers pay for the distances they travel. Staff Writers 19 Feb 2025
Automotive Toyota leads global car sales again TOYOTA remained the world’s leading car manufacturer in 2024. Staff Writers 12 Feb 2025
Automotive Road toll worst for almost 60 years THE nation’s road toll is rising at a higher rate than even before seatbelts were made mandatory. Staff Writers 05 Feb 2025
Automotive Market to dive after bumper sales year AUSTRALIANS bought more new cars than ever last year, setting a record of 1,220,607 registrations. Staff Writers 15 Jan 2025
Automotive XPeng helicopter expected soon CHINESE carmaker XPeng is busy focusing on bringing its battery-powered helicopter to Australia within two years. Staff Writers 27 Nov 2024
Automotive Super Duty takes ute to another level FORD will, for the first time outside the F-Series truck, employ the Super Duty name on another model for the most adept Ranger ute so far. Staff Writers 27 Nov 2024
Automotive Audi Q8 e-tron to be axed next year VW HAS confirmed talks have ended with a possible buyer for the factory where the Audi Q8 e-tron is made. Staff Writers 27 Nov 2024
Business Bus driver awards now open NOW is the chance to thank the bus driver who has brought something special to your daily commute. Rob Mellett 27 Nov 2024
Automotive The motorhome with $2m price tag THE Brabus Big Boy 1200 is a 12-metre-long luxury studio home on wheels which comes powered with a 12.8-litre, six-cylinder turbo diesel engine and 390kW and 2600Nm output. Staff Writers 20 Nov 2024
Automotive Announcement on vehicle-to-grid plan HOMES will soon be able to be powered by their electric car (EV) or sell power from their EV into the grid during peak demand. Staff Writers 20 Nov 2024
Business EV racers banned at Willowbank over fire risks FIRE risks are behind the ban on testing and racing electric vehicles at Willowbank Raceway. Rob Mellett 20 Nov 2024
History Elvis Cadillac up for auction A CADILLAC owned by Elvis Presley is going under the hammer. The Cadillac Seville sedan is on the market at Bonhams in the United Kingdom. Staff Writers 20 Nov 2024
Automotive Warner Bros to build 10 Batmobiles WARNER Bros studios is building 10 driveable versions of its six-wheeled Batman Tumbler. Staff Writers 13 Nov 2024
Automotive Tasman to take on big players SOUTH KOREAN carmaker Kia has officially unveiled its Aussie-influenced 2025 Tasman ute. Staff Writers 13 Nov 2024
Automotive Nissan cuts 9,000 jobs, delays models NISSAN will cut 9,000 jobs from its global workforce and reduce the number of the cars it makes by 20 percent as financial losses hit home. Staff Writers 13 Nov 2024
Automotive More accessories for new BT-50 MAZDA’S newly facelifted BT-50 will offer buyers a greater range of factory-backed accessories than its predecessor. Staff Writers 06 Nov 2024
