VW sales hit 3 million for 2014
The Volkswagen brand delivered over three million vehicles in the first half of the year, for the first time in the company’s history.
Cheaper imported Japanese cars coming
The latest Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between the Australian and Japanese government will see consumers benefit from cheaper Japanese cars as prices on new cars are forecast to fall by $1000 to $2000 on a $30,000 car, according to the AAA.
Connected cars the new battlefield
With in-car infotainment looming as the next big battlefield, as Apple’s Carplay and Google’s Android Auto slug it out for market share, AutoTalk spoke to Holden about how its MyLink infotainment system fits into this scene.
AADA conference has ‘forward thinking’ aspirations
Commencing this Thursday July 10, the three-day AADA national dealer convention on the Gold Coast will focus on issues affecting dealership operations. It will also provide information on customer relations, and new products and services.
Dealers asked to help junior rugby players with battery recycling
Raising money from battery recycling to get from Dubbo to New Zealand is the key aim for the Dubbo Kangaroos junior rugby club who will hold a battery drive during July.
Navara production moves to Thailand
Nissan has unveiled a second production plant in Thailand which will act as a production hub for the Navara, destined for export to 45 countries around the world, including Australia.
Stratton and Carsales primed for vertical growth
Automotive classifieds and data business, Carsales.com.au has signed a binding agreement under which it will acquire a 50.1% of the nation’s leading vehicle finance providers, Stratton Finance Pty Ltd.
Subaru introduces lifetime capped price service
Subaru will introduce a capped price servicing program across its entire new car range from July 1. The program will apply to vehicles throughout their lifetime, not just the three-year warranty period.
Kia’s new Cerato S Premium hits the road
Kia has announced the launch of a high-value addition, the S Premium 2015 model small car.
BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe arrives at no extra cost
BMW fans will be happy to hear that the German brand has announced the arrival of the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé to Aussie shores.