Volvo S60 on track for success
A number of initiatives - on and off the road - have given Volvo something to smile about as it enjoys a big boost in sales this year. Volvo will also release its latest XC-90 in Australia by the end of the year.
Most affordable Mini yet at dealerships
Mini Australia has announced pricing details of a new entry-level variant to the Mini range, the Mini One Hatch - which it says is the ‘most affordable Mini yet’.
Lexus NX to achieve top eco efficiency
Lexus has big expectations for its all-new NX 300h as it expects the SUV to top overall vehicle efficiency for its segment via the current Australian government's Green Vehicle Guide (GVG) rating system when it launches in October of this year.
Does the Smart car have a future here?
Mercedes Benz is yet to decide whether the Smart brand has a future in Australia beyond its current generation of models. The business case to import new versions of the ultra-niche city cars has not yet been established with head office in Germany.
Cadillac’s revolving door of Nissan executives
There is a revolving front door at Cadillac's US headquarters for former Nissan executives.
Policy stood out at dealer conference says AADA CEO
Australian Automotive Dealer Association (AADA) chief executive officer Patrick Tessier has told AutoTalk that the success of the recent AADA convention was underpinned by key breakthrough policy discussions.
Range Rover gets facelift for 2015
Land Rover Australia is introducing a number of updates to the Range Rover and Range Rover Sport for the 2015 model year, which will give customers not only easier gear acceleration and towing capability, but the chance to personalise their vehicles with new exterior colours, alloy wheels, panoramic roof and interior colourways.
New C-Class model cuts fuel use by 20%
Mercedes-Benz has announced pricing and specification for the all-new Mercedes-Benz C-Class, which will be available from August 23. When it is launched, the C-Class will come equipped with five key variants, one which includes better fuel efficiency.
Battery deal signed as demand for BMW i heats up
BMW Group and Samsung SDI have announced plans to expand their supply relationship for battery cells for electro-mobility on the back of increased sales of the i3 and i8 models for the first half of the year.
Car owners to ‘pay as you go’ for roads?
The Federal Government says it is “closely considering” charging drivers for every kilometre they travel to help pay for roads. A final report into infrastructure by the Productivity Commission has recommended pilot technical studies of how cars and light vehicles might be charged.