https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7fBPSjctbpk Australian-based auto innovation company Tradiebot Industries launched its augmented reality (AR) software application WorxAR at the Australian Auto Aftermarket Expo/Collision Repair Expo in Melbourne on April 4-6.
Andrew Moore has resigned as managing director of Renault Australia. Moore has been in the role since 2017, where he has been leading Renault’s Australian market operations and overseeing sales performance. He has continued building the brand’s partnership with the Renault dealer network.
Great Wall Motor (GWM) revealed its 2018 revenue at NZ$21.9 billion (A$20.8b) and with NZ$1.16b (A$1.09b) net profit following a 4% year-on-year increase.
The 2019 Australian Automotive Aftermarket excellence awards ceremony was held at Crown Palladium in Melbourne on April 4, and mechanic.com.au managing director Ryan Davis was awarded the Kim Aunger Young Achiever award. The awards recognise innovation and outstanding contribution to the Australian Automotive Aftermarket industry.
The Northern Territory (NT) selected the KIA Stinger as its front-line road traffic policing vehicle, following in the footsteps of Queensland and Western Australia. The old policing vehicle was the Holden Commodore SS fleet, which is being phased out.
Hyundai has released design sketches of its newest SUV, the Hyundai Venue. The Venue’s global reveal will be on April 18 at the New York International Auto Show. Hyundai says the Venue is a great fit in accommodating busy lifestyles.
“Lemon laws” passed by the Queensland Government now give customers who have bought cars with several defects greater legal protections. The new laws lift the limit that customers can claim from $25,000 to $100,000 through Queensland’s Civil and Administrative Tribunal.
Round 3 of the 2019 Virgin Australia Supercars Championship saw the Shell V-power Racing and Tickford Racing Australia take on a competitive field at Symmons Plains Raceway in Tasmania.
A New Zealander has won the Tech Guild grand finals held at Holden Australia Headquarters in Melbourne.
Australia’s two largest car dealerships, AP Eagers Ltd (APE) and Automotive Holdings Group Ltd (AHG) may be merging their two businesses to create a $2.4 billion market leader. APE Ltd chief executive officer Martin Ward says the proposal brings together two highly complementary businesses.