Kona Electric and Ioniq 5 N star at Melbourne EV Show
The Kona Electric will make its Australian debut and the Ioniq 5 N has its first Melbourne appearance at the Melbourne EV Show, September 22-24, at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.
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Electrics boost February new car sales
Australia’s automotive industry delivered 86,878 vehicles during February 2023 - a 1.8% increase (1538 units) on the same period in 2022 (85,340) during the same number of selling days (24), making 64.1 vehicle sales per day. “This is the best February result since 2019.
Hyundai’s OTA updates for all models by 2025
Hyundai will offer over-the-air (OTA) software updates for all models by 2025 to provide enhanced performance and functionality across its global markets.
Mixed financial fortunes for Hyundai, Kia, Mazda
Hyundai Motors and Kia appear set to report significant financial wins at the close of its latest financial year, while on the other side of the isle Mazda has confirmed losses in its first quarter.
Polestar 2 Australia’s most popular EV in July
Just over 600 electric vehicles were delivered to Australian customers in July, with the Polestar 2 topping the list as the country’s most popular dedicated plug-in.
Hyundai Palisade scores 5-star ANCAP reprieve
The Australian New Car Assessment Program, or ANCAP, has confirmed that Hyundai’s updated Palisade three-row SUV now has a 5 star safety rating. The announcement follows the Palisade scoring just 4 stars earlier this year; a rarity for the Hyundai marque.
Video: Hyundai Ioniq 6 ‘Electrified Streamliner’ debuts
Hyundai’s Ioniq 6 range, which includes a long-range variant with a 77.4kWh battery producing a claimed 610km range (WLTP), is expected to begin production later this year.
Korean truck strike could cause further supply hurt
There are fears that an ongoing truck strike in South Korea could cause vehicle supply delays for the likes of Hyundai and Kia. Truckers have been striking in the region since late last week, in protest of the rising cost of petrol.
Hyundai Ioniq 5 recalled over parking mode issue
Hyundai Australia has confirmed that the fully electric Ioniq 5 has been recalled over a shifter issue that could cause cars to roll away while parked. The problem stems from the car’s software within its shift control unit.
Hyundai Palisade handed 4-star ANCAP safety rating
Hyundai’s Palisade has been dealt a slight blow, with ANCAP handing the large three-row SUV a less than perfect 4-star safety rating.
