Autosports Group completes $32.8 million Victorian dealership acquisition
Autosports Group Limited (ASX: ASG) has completed its acquisition of ten Barry Bourke Motors dealerships in Victoria for approximately $32.8 million.
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China bans Tesla-style retractable door handles over safety concerns
China will ban retractable door handles on new electric vehicles from January 2027, citing safety concerns over electronic systems that can trap occupants during crashes or power failures.
China introduces world’s first mandatory EV efficiency standard
China will implement the world's first mandatory energy consumption limits for electric passenger vehicles on January 1 2026, establishing binding efficiency thresholds that could influence global automotive standards.
HARMAN acquires ZF’s ADAS business for €1.5 billion
Samsung-owned automotive technology company HARMAN International has entered a definitive agreement to acquire ZF Group's Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) business for €1.5 billion (AUD$2.4 billion).
Used car dealer avoids jail after cocaine trafficking conviction
A Canberra used car dealer has been sentenced to two years in jail but will serve the term in the community after pleading guilty to possessing a trafficable amount of cocaine.
Suzuki recalls 1300 Fronx vehicles after seatbelt failure
Suzuki Australia has issued a voluntary safety recall for the Fronx Hybrid following a serious seatbelt component failure discovered during independent crash testing that resulted in a one-star ANCAP safety rating.
BYD produces 15 millionth new energy vehicle
BYD has produced its 15 millionth new energy vehicle at the company's production facility in Jinan, China. The milestone vehicle is a DENZA N8L luxury SUV from the premium brand that will launch in Australia in early 2026.
Scout Motors gains direct sales approval
Scout Motors has received authorisation to sell electric vehicles directly to consumers in Colorado, marking a significant step forward for the Volkswagen Group-backed company's plans to bypass traditional dealerships.
Trump-owned Ferrari F430 heads to auction
A Ferrari F430 once owned by United States President Donald Trump is set to go under the hammer at a Mecum auction in January 2026, with estimates suggesting it could fetch up to US$1.73 million.
MG 7, updated MG ZS and GWM Haval H7 earn five-star ANCAP ratings
ANCAP has issued five-star safety ratings for the new MG 7 and GWM Haval H7, while upgrading the safety rating of newly-built MG ZS vehicles to five stars following a safety improvement.
