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Rachel Plotnick helps companies improve their interfaces, after researching the history of buttons. She claims that people’s “hunger for physical buttons” is due to their “tactility and feedback” The expert believes that touchscreens and buttons should be combined depending on the scenario. It seems that the world of technology—including the automotive industry— is undergoing a “re-buttoning” phase.
Isuzu has announced it will launch a new ‘MaxForce’ four-cylinder turbo-diesel in Thailand, which could succeed the long-running ‘4JJ’ 3.0-litre unit. The Isuzu D-Max ute – and likely the Isuzu MU-X – will soon gain a new 2.2-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine in Thailand. Expected to debut in the D-Max and MU-X imminently, the new engine is reportedly built on the foundations of the 1.9-litre ‘RZ4E-TC’ diesel which launched in 2017 – and has been available in Australia since 2021 in lower-
New-vehicle incentives have shot up by more than 60 percent in October compared to 12 months prior. Eight automakers had incentive packages above 10 percent of average transaction prices last month, Kelley Blue Book says. Automakers are being more generous as they attempt to reduce inventory, with Stellantis offering some of the best deals. New cars today cost pretty much the same as they did last year, but incentives are vastly improved, as automakers are dishing them out like early Christmas p
The 2025 Lexus LS sees yet another price increase for the new model year, but no significant updates. Pricing starts at $81,685 for the LS 500 version, including the $1,350 destination fee. That's a $1,000 increase over the 2024 model year, which in turn saw prices increase by $3,100 over the 2023 model year, to $80,685. LS 500 models are powered.
Chinese automotive powerhouse Geely is gearing up to play a big part in the Australian automotive landscape – and it plans to have a ute as part of its range. The broader Zhejiang Geely Holding Group – parent company of Volvo, Polestar, Smart, Zeekr, Lynk & Co, Lotus and new brand Radar Auto – is already present in our market with most of those marques, and the Geely brand will itself launch in 2025 with the new EX5 mid-sized electric SUV.
A group of 18 plaintiffs sued BMW over emissions defeat devices in diesel-equipped models. BMW has denied allegations select models used a Bosch device to cheat emissions testing. Owners who want to share in the settlement need to submit a claim by December 18, 2024. It seems BMW has joined the not-so-exclusive club of automakers paying for their environmental sins, with a $6 million settlement set to compensate select owners of the 2009-2013 X5 xDrive35d and 2009-2011 335d models.
Polestar’s local boss anticipates the brand’s new coupe-styled electric crossover will become its top-seller next year, despite the absence of a conventional windscreen at the rear of the mid-sized battery-powered SUV. Speaking with CarExpert at the Australian media launch of the Polestar 4 , the Sino-Swedish auto brand’s local managing director Scott Maynard said the size and price positioning of the carmaker’s answer to the popular Tesla Model Y should make it Polestar&
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class EV will have a hybrid sibling The CLA EV will be able to add 186 miles of range in 10 minutes CLA EVs will feature both CCS and NACS charge ports The next-generation Mercedes-Benz CLA won’t just be a redesigned car. It will mark the introduction of a new era for Mercedes. Arriving late next year, the 2026.
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The 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class EV will have a hybrid sibling The CLA EV will be able to add 186 miles of range in 10 minutes CLA EVs will feature both CCS and NACS charge ports The next-generation Mercedes-Benz CLA won’t just be a redesigned car. It will mark the introduction of a new era for Mercedes. Arriving late next year, the 2026.
Polestar Cars Australia will kick off the new year with several new ‘Spaces’ in tandem with numerous dealer partners, the Chinese-owned Swedish electric vehicle brand’s local boss has confirmed. Speaking with media at the local launch of the new Polestar 4 mid-sized SUV, managing director Scott Maynard said the EV specialist will open seven new sites around the country in collaboration with five different retail partners. “The way the Polestar brand is sold globally is no
A slowing appetite for electric vehicles in global markets has forced Ford to cut output of its battery-powered models, as supply outstrips demand. Ford is continuing to reduce production output of its electric vehicles, amid slowing demand in major markets such as Europe and North America. According to German newspaper Kölner Stadt-Anzeiger (via Automobilwoche ), Ford issued a memo telling employees at an electric-car factory they would be working alternative weeks for the rest of 2024 in an ef
Diesel-electric hybrid powertrains once appeared to have a bright future ahead of them courtesy of many carmakers including Toyota , which is now world-renowned for popularising series-parallel hybrid technology, but until now it has only offered this type of powertrain with petrol engines. When asked whether Toyota is still investigating diesel-electric hybrid powertrains, Toyota chief engineer Keita Moritsu said the company is monitoring its potential. “In the worldwide, diesel is of cou
MG has all but locked in its first dual-cab ute for Australia – likely to share DNA with LDV – as it sets its sights on outselling the likes of Mitsubishi and Kia. MG ute illustration by Theottle. MG is poised to wade into battle against the Toyota HiLux, Ford Ranger and Isuzu D-Max with its first dual-cab ute for Australia. Executives for the growing manufacturer have identified a dual-cab as a key model needed to achieve bold sales targets to place among Australia’s Top Five best-selling
Geely will start selling cars under its own brand in Australia in 2025, but the Chinese automotive giant is already well and truly up and running in our market. The Geely Group has ownership stakes in Volvo , Polestar , Lotus , Smart , and Zeekr , each of which is already present in Australia with its own range of products, dealer networks and workshop locations.
Volvo’s electric-car spin-off brand expects the Australian and international EV markets to continue growing – but it doesn’t predict a straightforward path. Electric car specialist Polestar is forging ahead with its burgeoning Australian line-up despite market swings – internationally and locally – in battery-powered vehicle sales. In the space of six months, Polestar’s local range has expanded from a single model to three, and 2025 is set to see the arrival of the forthcoming Polest
MG wants to be a top-three brand in Australia by the end of 2030, and it’ll get there with the help of a ute. “In Australia, without a ute, you’ll never get a chance to stand on the top three,” said MG Motor Australia CEO Peter Ciao. The company’s chief commercial officer Giles Belcher added: “Our plan is to be top five by the end of 2027 and top three by the end of 2030.
As the world increasingly embraces artificial intelligence (AI), its potential to revolutionize business operations is becoming more apparent than ever. AI holds the promise of enhanced data analysis, improved customer experiences, automated business processes, and streamlined decision-making. While there is a growing acknowledgment of AI’s transformative power, the automotive industry has historically been slower to adopt new technologies.
For many people, owning a Ferrari will only ever be a dream, but for those who have perhaps seen success in life, it’s often a nice way to reward themselves for their hard work – or perhaps it’s the luck of being born into wealth. Either way, there used to be just be two ways to purchase a Ferrari : walking into a dealership, dropping down a sizeable deposit and then waiting until your bespoke is built and delivered, or by buying a pre-owned Ferrari.
Here’s a straightforward guide to help you spot the red flags to watch for in online used car listings. Shopping for a used car online is super convenient, but it comes with its own set of challenges. While there are plenty of honest sellers out there, scams and misleading ads are unfortunately common. Book inspection 1. The Price Seems Too Good to Be True If a car is priced way lower than similar models, you should be skeptical.
Ferrari 360 Spider values are on the rise, but they aren't as much as a 348 that's seven years older. I find a bad example to see what's up. The post Taking a gamble with a Ferrari 360 Spider appeared first on Machines With Souls.
The new Prado has finally arrived in Australia. Here’s how Drive journalists would place their orders. Customisation is in vogue at the moment, but too much choice can be confusing. In our configurator challenge, Drive team members scroll through a manufacturer’s website to create their ideal combination for a certain model. This week’s challenge covers the 2025 Toyota Prado.
The Hyundai i30 Sedan N’s success on the race track has inspired a new special edition variant, packing equipment inspired by the multiple title-winning racing model. Hyundai revealed the Elantra N TCR Edition over the weekend, based on the car we know as the i30 Sedan N and which is sold as the Avante N in South Korea. CarExpert understands it’s firming for a local launch, but is as yet unconfirmed for an Australian debut.
Mazda has pulled the third row of seats from its flagship CX-90 – and $7600 to $11,600 off the price – to create the five-seat CX-70. Is it a niche too far? Skip ahead: Introduction Running costs Price and specification Energy use Interior space and comfort On-road assessment Connectivity and infotainment Summary Safety Next steps 2025 Mazda CX-70 Mazda’s new range of luxury-priced ‘Large Architecture’ SUVs is now complete.
Carbar is offering a free two-week subscription and waiving its upfront fees on a range of models, with customers potentially saving more than $1000. Carbar has announced it will slash prices on a range of petrol, hybrid and electric vehicles included in its monthly subscription services during its 2024 Black Friday Sale event. Carbar started as a virtual used car dealership in 2016 and since then, has expanded its operations to include private, fleet, and novated leasing.
Although the new Audi A5 five-door liftback is being cheekily marketed as a “sedan” in many parts of the world, there’s now a true sedan in A5 range, but it’s unlikely to be sold outside of China. In July Audi launched the third-generation A5. As part of the brand’s model name realignment , the new combustion-engined A5 range replaces outgoing A4 , with even-numbered names now reserved for electric vehicles. 100s of new car deals are available through CarExpert ri
Here is every new or updated model eligible for the Drive Car of the Year 2025 – Best Dual-Cab Ute Under $100K category. Drive Car of the Year 2025 Now in its 20th year, the annual Drive Car of the Year awards program continues to be the Australian new car buyer’s most-trusted advisor. At Drive , we test drive more than 200 new cars every year, evaluating each against its innate promise to sort the best from the rest.
The Perodua Axia is the best-selling vehicle in Malaysia in September. Malaysia has now well and truly returned to BSCB with September 2024 data now available and October coming up soon. 61,075 new light vehicles found a buyer in the country in September. Local brand leader Perodua has a tough month, going from 46.3% share in August to 38.8% now. In contrast Proton grows from 16.5% to 17.7%.
Here is every new or updated model eligible for the Drive Car of the Year 2025 – Best Dual-Cab Ute Under $150K category. Drive Car of the Year 2025 Now in its 20th year, the annual Drive Car of the Year awards program continues to be the Australian new car buyer’s most-trusted advisor. At Drive , we test drive more than 200 new cars every year, evaluating each against its innate promise to sort the best from the rest.
First car on new compact car platform can be had with 440-mile EV powertrain or super-efficient petrol MHEV The new Mercedes-Benz CLA will be revealed in the coming months with the choice of two battery-electric powertrains or an all-new petrol engine that promises diesel levels of efficiency. The first car on Mercedes 's new MMA platform has been engineered as an EV first, with heavy technical and design influence from the record-breaking EQXX concept , but in recognition that "the wishes and m
Here is every new or updated model eligible for the Drive Car of the Year 2025 – Best Dual-Cab Ute Under $50K category. Drive Car of the Year 2025 Now in its 20th year, the annual Drive Car of the Year awards program continues to be the Australian new car buyer’s most-trusted advisor. At Drive , we test drive more than 200 new cars every year, evaluating each against its innate promise to sort the best from the rest.
The Dacia Duster is a no-nonsense machine that wears its bargain price tag like a badge of honour The term ‘all-rounder’ is overused, but when it comes to the trusty and affordable Dacia Duster, it couldn’t be more appropriate.Having taken some 100,000 sales since its UK launch in 2013, the Duster is now cemented as one of Britain’s favourite small SUVs, and not just because it allowed people to get into a new car at an affordable price but because it was pretty decent across the board, too.The
Independent designer Marco Maltese created a homage to Marcello Gandini. The digital concept is inspired by the 1974 Lamborghini Bravo concept. It was designed on Aventador underpinnings, with nostalgic styling cues. Lamborghini may be barreling full-throttle into its electrified future with models like the triple-motor Temerario and the Revuelto, but independent designer Marco Maltese has hit the brakes to look backward.
Italian performance firm sees EVs are cheaper to own while offering the same power and enjoyment Abarth won’t produce any more pure-combustion cars, focusing instead on electric cars , its European boss has told Autocar. The brand last year launched its first EV with the 500e , and recently its second, the larger 600e , while the petrol 595 and 695 were taken off sale in August.
Hyundai has unveiled a new special edition of the performance-focused Elantra N. While it boasts a massive carbon-fiber wing, it doesn’t come with any engine upgrades. It goes on sale next month in South Korea, with a global rollout planned for early 2025. The Hyundai Elantra N has already made a name for itself in the otherwise dull compact sedan segment, blending a spirited 286 hp turbo engine, sharp handling, and a manual gearbox option – all starting at a reasonable $34,000.
MG wants to be a top-three auto brand in Australia by the end of this decade, a goal which could see it push past the likes of Mitsubishi and Hyundai. “For the first eight years, this is the first phase. Now we go to the next phase,” said MG Motor Australia CEO Peter Ciao. MG returned to the Australian market – under Chinese ownership – in 2013. “The next phase, I want to use a three-year plan – 2025, 2026, 2027 – and we want to be in the top five in this market. “2028, 2
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