Fuel cell trial for Melbourne
In an Australian first, Toyota Australia is partnering with a Melbourne council for a real-world trial of hydrogen-electric vehicles.
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New car sales continue to plateau
New vehicle sales remain on a tricky trajectory after many top ten manufacturers report continued, if marginal, declines in October.
Removing barriers to road transport’s global future
Technology and automation will define road transport’s future, but significant obstacles stand in the way, new International Road Transport Union (IRU) research shows.
AV deal one of the largest
Volvo Cars and Ford are collaborating with leading Chinese internet company Baidu to develop and mass produce electric, fully autonomous drive-compatible cars.
Dealer association members struggling: Survey
The Australian Automotive Dealer Association has asked its members to come forward about factors hindering their businesses. The Cox Automotive Australia Dealer Sentiment Index survey has heard from 92 private and publicly-listed dealerships across Australia and published its first six-monthly report.
Changing technology forces TMC revamp
Toyota Motor Corporation’s Japanese dealer network is set to become more regionally-focused, with the aim of eventually providing new mobility services.
FCAI gives TPP two thumbs-up
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries has given the thumbs-up to Australia's signing of the Trans-Pacific Partnership. The TPP will come into effect on December 1, removing 98% of taxes and tariffs for imported goods from the 11 signatory nations.
Solar power for Hyundai and Kia
Hyundai and its affiliate Kia plan to introduce solar charging technology on selected Hyundai Motor Group vehicles after 2019.
VACC opposes industrial manslaughter legislation
The Victorian Automobile Chamber of Commerce is warning the next state government to block industrial manslaughter laws. The landmark legislation which means companies could be subject to criminal offences like corporate manslaughter and negligence causing harm, recently came into effect in Queensland.
Hard new driving penalties in Victoria
VicRoads has announced tough new penalties for motorists busted in Victoria. Drivers caught 25km/h over the speed limit, but less than 35km/h over, will lose their licence for three months.
