Australia shines at VW’s world champs
Under the motto ‘one brand, one team, one challenge’, the finals of this year’s Volkswagen Retail Qualifications World Championship (RQWC) took place in Wolfsburg, Germany.
Hard Chargers grid up at Shannons
A number of sought-after Chrysler VH Valiant Charger R/T coupes will cross the block at Shannons Sydney Custom and Collectable Auction at MotorEx on Sunday, July 21.The harder Charger of the pair is a very desirable 1971 E38 R/T ‘Bathurst’ coupe, powered by the powerful 280HP (209kW) triple Weber carburettor version of the model’s 265-cid straight six-cylinder engine.Just 316 E38 Charger ‘homologation specials’ were built and they remain one of the most collectible of all Australian muscle cars.
Most new car problems relate to design
Nearly two-thirds of the problems experienced in the first 90 days of ownership are related to the vehicle's design, as opposed to components that malfunction, according to a US survey by JD Power.
NTC appoints CEO
Paul Retter will commence as CEO and commissioner of the National Transport Commission (NTC) from July 8, following an extensive executive search.NTC Chairman Greg Martin says Retter brings extensive knowledge of transport and logistics and proven leadership capability to the role.“Retter is joining the NTC at an exciting time in our history, as we continue to support the delivery of significant Council of Australian Governments reforms and look for ways to continue to improve safety, productivity and environmental performance across the transport sector,” says Martin.
Holden needs aid: Devereux
Australia's government has been told that it must help GM Holden if politicians want the automaker to remain in Australia, according to The Australian Financial Review.Mike Devereux, MD of Holden Australia traveled to Canberra to meet with industry minister Greg Combet and his coalition counterpart, Sophie Mirabella, where the automotive executive stressed that even with government funding planned through 2020, GM Holden faces imminent decisions that will effect its future in Australia.“We're just making sure everyone understands our decision time frame,” Devereux told the AFR.
Australia’s first buy-on-line platform
Mercedes-Benz Australia/Pacific has announced that its smart car brand has launched the first online platform in Australia, enabling customers to purchase smart cars entirely online.
New Audi centre opens in Toowoomba
The new $1.5 million Audi Centre Toowoomba has officially opened. Located on the corner of Clifford and Herries Streets, the dealership offers an internal display area for eight new cars, with space for an additional 10 pre-owned vehicles on prominent display at the front.
Mitsubishi launches new Pajero range
Mitsubishi's new MY14 Pajero is now on sale, starting from $50,990.
Volvo joins 2014 V8 Supercars campaign
Volvo will join the V8 Supercars championship grid in 2014 as the first factory-backed luxury car brand. Volvo Australia has joined forces with Volvo's global motorsport partner Polestar, and Garry Rogers Motorsport team to form Volvo Polestar Racing.
BMW updates 1 Series Hatch
BMW Australia has released details of a substantial revision with increased value to its popular 1 Series hatch range, starting from July production.