Hyundai Australia has added a sports-orientated SR model to its i30 small car range, based on the Elite, but fitted with are larger 2.0 litre direct injection petrol engine.Previewed at last year’s Sydney motor show, the i30 SR also comes with unique suspension tune, developed in Australia in close co-operation with Hyundai Motor Company in Korea.
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BMW Australia has announced a substantial revision of its most popular model line-up, the 3 Series Sedan and Touring variants.
In the run up to the forthcoming federal election, Sharon Bird, federal minister for road safety, has announced the government's decision to mandate anti-lock braking systems (ABS) from July 1 2014 for all new model trucks and January 1 2015 for all new trucks.The amendment to Australian design rule (ADR) 35/04 has been under discussion for some time as the department of transport and infrastructure seeks to align Australian technical requirements with the global UN ECE rules governing vehicle design.
Former licensed motor car trader Northside Motor Wholesale Pty Ltd has been refused leave to appeal against a Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal decision to affirm a $23,000 claim against the Motor Car Traders Guarantee Fund.In 2012, the Motor Car Traders Claims Committee, which administers the fund, decided to refund $23,000 to a consumer.
A proposal in the South Australian state budget to increase fines for driving an unregistered or uninsured vehicle is being criticised by the Royal Automobile Association of South Australia (RAA).It is suggested the fine for driving an unregistered vehicle rise from $335 to $1000, while anyone caught driving an uninsured vehicle (registration expired by more than 30 days) will be hit with a fine of $1500, up from $619."We are opposed to these large increases, especially given that existing fines are already significant enough," says Charles Mountain, RAA senior manager road safety.
Audi has updated its flagship A8 sedan with increased power and efficiency, new assistance systems and the innovative Matrix LED headlights provide for an added level of composure.The new A8 places Audi among the innovation leaders in the luxury segment.
Land Rover is launching its first-ever hybrid models – the Range Rover Hybrid and Range Rover Sport Hybrid – which will deliver strong fuel economy, significantly lower CO2 emissions and retain Land Rover’s renowned capability and performance.The first deliveries will be made in Europe during Q2 2014, with an Australian release date yet to be announced.The two all-aluminium models share an identical powertrain.
Nissan is marking its 80th anniversary with "Nissan 360," a month-long showcase of the latest breakthroughs in vehicle technology, sustainability and market expansion by one of the world’s leading automotive groups.The program will highlight the latest models and engineering innovations in a series of briefings and testing opportunities for over 1000 media, investors, suppliers, dealers and industry experts in California“Nissan is proud to be at the cutting-edge of automotive technology, with exciting prospects that will help shape the future use, brand appeal and environmental impact of vehicles amid continued global growth in overall vehicle demand,” says Carlos Ghosn, president and CEO.
Holden claims its Trax small SUV will offer best-in-class technology and outstanding fuel economy when it goes on sale across Australia next month.Growing the brand's SUV line up to four models, Trax will be offered in two trim levels, the LS and LTZ, ranging in price from $23,490 to $27,990.Trax will feature as standard a seven-inch touch-screen with MyLink embedded apps, rear view camera, rear parking sensors, six airbags and Bluetooth phone and audio streaming.