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Toyota’s first electric car delayed until 2023

Toyota Australia has confirmed that the local launch of its first dedicated fully electric car, the bZ4X, has been delayed until 2023. The RAV4-sized electric SUV had been slated for a launch in late 2022, following its formal unveiling last October.

Toyota Australia farewells Prius after 21 successful years

Toyota Australia is discontinuing the Prius model following a successful 21-year stint as the first Toyota hybrid to be offered in Australia. It was introduced in October 2001, laying the foundation for Toyota's current leadership in hybrid technology that saw a record 65,491 hybrid vehicles sold in 2021.

Ford issues recall for Focus, Fiesta over fire risk

Ford Australia has issued a recall for selected Focus and Fiesta variants over a potential fire risk stemming from an engine oil separator issue. The recall concerns Focus and Fiesta models built between 2019 and 2022. The brand says the recall impacts a total of 691 vehicles.