Ford E-Transit recalled for toxic gas leak risk
The Ford E-Transit electric van is being recalled for an issue relating to its 12-volt battery.“Due to a manufacturing defect,...
Acura RSX: Honda’s new luxury EV could be made in RHD, so could it come to Australia?
Honda’s CEO says the upcoming Acura RSX luxury electric vehicle (EV) could be made in right-hand drive for Japan, potentially...
Chip crisis: Volkswagen may run out of semiconductors next week – report
New-car production lines in Europe could grind to a halt as soon as next week, as the industry scrambles to...
Mazda testing carbon-capture exhaust tech that stores CO2 in a tank
Mazda is experimenting with a carbon-capture system that can trap a portion of tailpipe emissions directly from a running engine...
Japanese Automakers Considering Reverse Imports Of American Built Vehicles
Japanese automakers are considering importing U.S.-built vehicles back into Japan in a politically motivated play aimed at easing trade tensions...
BYD Racco EV: China’s biggest auto brand taking on Japanese on their home turf
Few foreign companies have sold cars to compete in Japan’s kei class. The BYD Racco goes one step beyond by...
Toyota LandCruiser-based Lexus LX700h luxury hybrid SUV on the cards for Australia
The Lexus LX700h is tipped to reach Australian showrooms, following the arrival of the Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series Hybrid in...
Toyota LandCruiser FJ baby off-roader’s Australian launch held back by HiLux engine
Toyota Australia has said the ‘Baby’ LandCruiser FJwon’t make it to Australia in its current guise because its engine –...
2026 GAC Aion V: Australia’s latest Chinese mid-size electric SUV detailed
There’s another three-letter acronym to remember in the Australian new-car market: GAC.The automaker hails from – where else? – China,...
Ram rules out Hemi V8 comeback as Australia commits to new Hurricane era
Ram Trucks Australia (RTA) has confirmed it has no current plans to reintroduce the hallowed Hemi V8 to its local...