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Recall roundup: Tesla, Volkswagen, Ford, Mercedes-Benz

New recalls issued for the Tesla Model 3 and Model Y, Volkswagen Caddy, Ford F-150 and Transit Custom, and Mercedes-Benz midsize vans

This is the new 2024 Volkswagen Golf!

Images of the facelifted Volkswagen Golf small car have leaked online, confirming revised styling and more technology

Victoria refunds $7 million to EV owners following 'unconstitutional' tax – UPDATE

Electric vehicle owners in Victoria will be refunded with interest after state-based zero-emission vehicle taxes were declared “invalid”

Tesla Model Y is Europe’s best-selling vehicle

Model Y was the only EV-only vehicle inside the top 30!

2024 Hyundai Kona Electric pricing and features: Cheaper entry for new EV

Hyundai Australia delivers a sharper entry price for larger, second-generation Kona Electric, available in two grades with standard or extended-range options

RMIT welcomes Victoria's adoption of digital licences but flags security concerns

The results of a pilot program in regional Victoria shows a willingness to embrace technology for driver's licenses.

Ford F-150 Lightning Raptor?! Switchgear concept hints at new hero model

The Ford F-150 Switchgear is a muscled up off-road weapon that electrifies the Raptor spirit.

Nissan confirms customer details published to dark web after cyberattack

A ransomware gang has claimed ownership of the attack which stole 100GB of sensitive information

This 1971 Ford GTHO Phase III just sold for $350,000

An Aussie icon went under the hammer today but it fell well short of previous auction results

2024 Hyundai Kona Electric N Line revealed, confirmed for Australia

No performance enhancements for sportier-looking Kona Electric N Line due in Australia later in 2024

Climate Council highlights benefits of EVs for saving on road trip costs

Australian climate body provides insights on how Aussie travellers can lessen the bank pain

2024.5 Ford Everest pricing and features: Optional tow assist, less variants

Minor update for Ford Everest off-road SUV sees a new, optional tow assist borrowed from the F-150 – and a reduced line-up

2024.5 Ford Ranger pricing and features: New tow assist, reduced line-up

Minor update for Australia’s new favourite car brings a new towing assist borrowed from the F-150 – and a reduced line-up

Ford F-150 recalled again; owners told to stop driving immediately

A steering failure risk means every example of the new F-150 has been recalled in Australia

Fake chatbot poses as official Toyota AI, then attacks its EV strategy

In what looks to be an act of digital ecoterrorism, a fake chatbot has surfaced as a supposedly official new Toyota AI named 'Electra'

New Volvo models coming in 2024 and beyond

This year, Volvo's Australian line-up will welcome two very important models on the brand's march towards full electrification

Ford continues SuperVan tradition with 1050kW van on show at Bathurst

More than a silly fast van, Ford’s SuperVan is a testbed for contemporary technology – and this one’s all-electric

Ford abandons patent for tech that would've let lenders repossess your car remotely

Autonomous tech allows for all sorts of possibilities that buyers have never dreamed of

New GWM, Tank, Haval, Ora models coming

Chinese car-maker GWM has a host of exciting new models planned for 2024, including boxy off-roaders, an updated dual-cab and fresh electric cars

2024 Tesla Model 3 deliveries paused due to child-seat compliance issue

Deliveries of the facelifted Tesla Model 3 EV have been paused – and a recall is likely – after the brand removed a flap to access the rear-centre top-tether point required under the Australian Design Rules

Facelifted Toyota HiLux due in “two or three months”

Fresh styling, additional equipment and fuel-saving 48-volt tech are part of the surprise update

Mazda 3 2.5 turbo, hardcore MX-5 concepts launch Spirit Racing sub-brand

House-tuned fast Mazdas set to make a comeback in Japan, will Australia follow?