“Lemon laws” passed by the Queensland Government now give customers who have bought cars with several defects greater legal protections. The new laws lift the limit that customers can claim from $25,000 to $100,000 through Queensland’s Civil and Administrative Tribunal.
Round 3 of the 2019 Virgin Australia Supercars Championship saw the Shell V-power Racing and Tickford Racing Australia take on a competitive field at Symmons Plains Raceway in Tasmania.
A green power enthusiast and former car dealer has become the first Australian owner of the new Hyundai Kona Electric. Charles Dalglish owns a green power business in the Blue Mountains and will charge the SUV using green power from his home solar installation.
A safety campaign has begun in Australia around vehicles becoming electrified after crashing into a power pole and bringing down live wires.
A New Zealander has won the Tech Guild grand finals held at Holden Australia Headquarters in Melbourne.
The Australian Automobile Association (AAA) launched a nationwide campaign that lets voters communicate directly with their local Federal Election candidates about road and transport issues.
Australia’s two largest car dealerships, AP Eagers Ltd (APE) and Automotive Holdings Group Ltd (AHG) may be merging their two businesses to create a $2.4 billion market leader. APE Ltd chief executive officer Martin Ward says the proposal brings together two highly complementary businesses.
The new Genesis G80 will be available in Australia in June. The Genesis G80 sedan offers two model grades, with the option of Sport Design styling.
Mini Australia has introduced key specification upgrades to the 2019 Mini Hatch, Convertible, and Countryman model ranges. The drive assistant package has been added as standard specification for all models with the 3-door hatch, 5-door hatch, and convertible ranges.
EROAD has announced a range of new appointments to complete its leadership investments for the financial year. EROAD chief executive Steven Newman says a good team is critical for serving customers and managing growth.