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Columns / Sophia Wang

Sophia Wang

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Sophia Wang is a journalist for AutoTalk and is a newcomer to automotive journalism. She is a graduate of English and Media, Film & Television from the University of Auckland. She lives in Takapuna, North Shore with four flatmates and only one carpark. When she isn’t writing exciting automotive stories, she’s probably at the gym, telling everyone she’s going to the gym, watching reality TV, or catching up with friends.

Women and new services play key role in workshop growth

Despite challenges, the Australian automotive workshop landscape remains in healthy condition. This is the latest research conducted by ACA Research for the Australian Automotive Aftermarket Association (AAAA), in workshop performance, business profitability, growth strategies and industry challenges. The average capacity of Australian workshops is at 82%.

Kia reveals first image of new SUV

The first image of a new small SUV has been revealed by Kia Motors, due to be revealed fully in the northern summer. The new vehicle has the space and capabilities of a traditional SUV in a compact package.

McLaren Automotive celebrates 20,000th car

The 20,000th car to be hand-assembled at McLaren Production Centre in Woking, Surrey has just been celebrated by McLaren Automotive. The luxury British sportscar and supercar company built its 20,000th car, a right-hand drive 600LT Spider in chicane grey from the Sports Series line-up.

60 Years of Mini Cooper

It has been 60 years since Mini released the Cooper and Cooper S Hatch. Mini Australia have announced details for the Mini ’60 Years’ edition for Cooper and Cooper S Hatch in both three and five-door body styles.

BMW introduces new Z4 range

Another vehicle will enter the Australian market, following the announcement of the new BMW Z4 range. “The all-new BMW Z4 is a triumphant return to our enduring Z model heritage,” says BMW Group Australia chief executive officer Vikram Pawah.

Land Rover is King Cup’s presenting partner

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge launched The King’s Cup, a new sailing event, at the Cutty Sark in London on 8 May. Land Rover announces its support for the sailing event, which will take place at Cowes this August, and joins as presenting partner.

Introducing the first-ever BMW X3 and X4 M

  The first-ever BMW X3 M and X4M will debut in Competition form in Australia. The Australian timing, pricing and specification has been revealed by GMW Group Australia.

Make way for new McLaren GT

The rules of grand touring are about to be challenged by the new McLaren GT, set to launch at 10pm 15 May AEST..

CarAdvice.com merges with the Drive Network

Two businesses are merging to create Australia’s largest multi-platform automotive media brand, across digital, print, radio, television and social channels. Automotive publisher CarAdvice.com is merging with the assets of the Drive Network, effective immediately.