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Max Pichon

Shannons unveils French connections for Spring auction

Some European classics offered will be most likely snapped up by collectors and enthusiasts at Shannons Melbourne Spring Auction to be held on Monday September 29. The sporting hero of the sale is a 1972 Renault Alpine A110 1300 Coupe that arrived from the Netherlands six years ago.

Marketing and PR changes at Mazda Australia

In a move that heralds personnel changes in marketing and public relations (PR) at Mazda Australia (MA), Ben Rounsefell, the company’s senior manager, digital and loyalty, has accepted a three-year overseas posting to join Mazda North American Operations (MNAO).

Toyota targets mining, ‘tradies’ with HiLux variant

Toyota Australia has expanded its HiLux range with a new variant specifically developed for the mining sector and for small to medium-size businesses such as plumbers, electricians and building industry contractors.

New-look Yaris 5-door hatch at $15,690

Toyota's new-look 5-door Yaris hatch is set to deliver a new style that will see it adopt new interior and exterior features and improved dynamics due to a stiffer body and retuned suspension.

Audi dealership ‘boots up’ for good cause

More than 150 business leaders came together for the launch of this year’s Audi Red Boot Rally to raise funds for Ronald McDonald House South East Queensland (RMHSEQ).

Only 55% of LCV’s get 5-stars

Jeep has scored its second top ANCAP safety rating with the Jeep Patriot joining the Cherokee in achieving the maximum 5-stars in the latest batch of ANCAP safety tests. However, the Great Wall Motors V200 ute has scored a disappointing 3-star ANCAP safety rating.

37-year-old DP for Pacific Toyota

Shannon Marshall, been appointed as dealer principal at the Pacific Toyota Motor Group making him the youngest dealer-principal in Cairns.