Renault boosts Trafic van’s power by 29%
Renault’s best mid-sized van offering for Australian business users gets a 29% power boost for its entry model. It’s also now priced from a highly competitive $34,490 drive-away until June 30.
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Isuzu UTE Australia celebrates 100,000 sales
It’s a year of milestones for Isuzu. Isuzu UTE Australia (IUA) achieved 100,000 vehicle sales in April 2017 – as internationally the Japanese brand celebrated its 100th anniversary. Setting Australian foundations in October 2008, the Brisbane-based distributor has experienced phenomenal growth in its short tenure.
New Zealand company launches first electric rubbish truck
In partnership with a local supermarket chain a New Zealand waste management company has begun operating its first electric truck to be used exclusively for refuse collection. Waste Management New Zealand (WMNZ) flagged its move to electric vehicles (EV) in September last year.
New appointment strengthens Scania digital transformation
Scania is appointing Mikael Cato to the position of chief digital officer effective May 15, 2017, reporting president and chief executive officer Henrik Henriksson.
Diesel Cayenne sets towing Guinness World Record
A standard production Porsche Cayenne S Diesel SUV has successfully pulled a 285-tonne Air France Airbus for more than 42-metres at Charles de Gaulle Airport in Paris, France.
Next generation BT-50 will be a rebadged D-Max
The president of Isuzu Motors International Operations has confirmed that under the joint venture agreement with Mazda Motor Corporation, that it will wholly develop and supply the next generation BT-50 pickup.
Motorists and business “the big losers” in duty hike plan
Victorian consumers and businesses will be negatively impacted by an increase in motor vehicle stamp duty, the Victorian Automobile Chamber of Commerce (VACC) says.
Scone Bypass funding approved
About $65 million in Australian Government funding has been approved to start building the four-kilometre Scone Bypass on the New England Highway It’s part of a $120m project to create a safer and more efficient road network.
New appointment strengthens Scania digital transformation
Scania is appointing Mikael Cato to the position of chief digital officer effective May 15, 2017, reporting president and chief executive officer Henrik Henriksson.
Latest road death numbers show need for Budget commitment
A continuing high number of road deaths means the Federal Government needs to put renewed focus on road safety in next week’s budget, the Australian Automobile Association (AAA) says.