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Uber EV pilot to boost Australian secondhand market

Uber and Car Empire say they will accelerate Australia’s secondhand EV market with an Australian-first pilot. Uber drivers and Uber Eats delivery people in Brisbane and the Gold Coast can access “affordable offers” on secondhand EVs, available on Uber’s vehicle marketplace.

Volvo opens new Brisbane showroom

Volvo Cars is celebrating the official opening of its newest home in the western suburbs of Brisbane.  Situated in a prime position opposite Indooroopilly Shopping Centre, the showroom was designed with the Volvo Retail Experience new-look corporate identity.  It features sustainable and leather-free furniture in line with Volvo’s sustainability approach to move away from animal products.As part of the official opening on Wednesday, May 17, the Volvo C40 Recharge model was transformed into a green photo moment.

Autocare training convention in June

Automotive technicians get an opportunity to fast-track their technical, diagnostic and EV service skills at Autocare, a comprehensive automotive training event for the aftermarket industry. The training convention on June 9 and 10 at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre will host hundreds of technicians and apprentices.