Consumer confidence drops
The Roy Morgan Consumer Confidence Rating is at 113.4pts (down 2pts over the past week).
Honda targets six million cars annually by 2017
Providing “good products with speed, affordability, and low CO2 emissions” is the key direction for Honda worldwide, according to CEO Takanobu Ito.
Toyota launches used-car brand
Toyota Australia has launched a new brand that will provide factory-backed reassurance for people buying pre-owned Toyota cars.The Toyota Certified Used Vehicles program provides added inspection and warranty coverage - plus 12 months' roadside assistance on eligible used Toyota vehicles.The program - for vehicles less than four years' old with fewer than 100,000km on the clock - includes a vehicle history report.
Free Bluetooth and USB connectivity across Mazda3 range
Mazda has made Australia’s favourite car even more appealing with the addition of Bluetooth to the Mazda3 Neo - and USB connectivity across the entire Mazda3 range, at no extra cost.The introduction of Bluetooth to the Mazda3 Neo, means that every Mazda3 model comes with the most up-to-date Bluetooth technology and USB as standard, keeping drivers better connected than ever before.Bluetooth technology allows safe hands-free phone calls and audio streaming in all models.
Nissan welcomes new V8 Supercars competitor
Nissan Australia has welcomed the news that a fourth automotive marque will join the V8 Supercars grid from next season. A team will field three Mercedes Benz E-Class sedans in the V8 Supercars Championship from next season in a customer team arrangement.
New Corolla arrives next month
The next-generation Corolla hatch, to be launched here late next month, will deliver a markedly more powerful road presence and a more engaging driving experience.
Two body styles for Peugeot 208
Peugeot has released its all-new 208 range which combines style, value for money with a welcome return to Peugeot dynamic handling DNA. The new 208 is available in a choice of two body styles, three engine choices and four equipment levels.
$8000 chopped off entry-level Mini range
Mini Australia will have two new entry engine variants for its two-seater range, the Mini Cooper Coupe and Cooper Roadster, which arrive in Australia in November.
Auto market opportunities in near neighbour
Pioneering market research by the Australian Automotive Aftermarket Association (AAAA) on the automotive aftermarket in Indonesia has identified export opportunities for Australian companies.
All-new EcoSport to debut at AIMS
Mix the right amount of robust capability and confident stance with a friendly, outgoing spirit and the result is the all-new Ford EcoSport.