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Mazda electrifying all production vehicles by 2030

Mazda Motor Corporation has announced electrification and connectivity strategies but won’t ditch the internal combustion engine. While the auto maker aims to develop two battery electric vehicles, one will be paired with a refined rotary engine as a range extender.

Motoring legend Bob Jane dies

Australian motorsport hero and tyre giant Bob Jane has died aged 88. The name synonymous with rubber and racing fought prostate cancer and a stroke in recent times.

VW dealers honour brief unlimited kilometre warranty

Australian Volkswagen dealers have commenced five-year/unlimited kilometre warranties. Vehicles purchased as of this week until December 31 on all MY18 Polo, Golf, Amarok, Passat and Arteon, Tiguan, Touareg, Caddy, Caravelle and Multivan, Crafter and Transporter models are covered by the longer warranty period.

Electric SUVs feature in Paris motor show

Luxury electric SUVs are a main focus of the Paris motor show open to the public October 4-14. The Mercedes-Benz EQC SUV due in New Zealand and Australia next year will feature along with the Audi e-tron and others.

Electric economy model from Renault next year

A new “affordable” urban electric Renault K-ZE has been announced by Groupe Renault for 2019. It’s described as having an “SUV-inspired”`sporty design with a 250km (NEDC) range, although some overseas media predict it will have a real-world range closer to 190km.

Wounded warriors test AV

A self-driving Jaguar Land Rover Sport vehicle was tested by Invictus Games competitors ahead of the October Sydney event for wounded, injured or sick armed service personnel and veterans.