Month: June 2022
Unheard-of Chinese electric cars spotted for sale in Queensland
A trio of Chinese electric cars by brands Leapmotor, BAIC and GAC are for sale in Australia. 06:0001 July 2022 0 <button class="navigation_glide__arrow__je__h navigation_glide__arrow–left__y3DP1 navigation_glide__arrow–inactive__H6d8_" data-glide-dir="|Previous“>Next A trio of Chinese electric evaluation vehicles has been spotted for sale by Queensland-based...
2023 Volkswagen Amarok wheels and arches teased
The drip, drip, drip of images for the second-generation Volkswagen Amarok continues ahead of the ute’s full debut on July 7, 2022, European time. Overnight the German automaker published photos showing the Amarok’s squared-off front wheel arch, as well as...
2022 Toyota Tundra recalled for potential axle separation
Toyota is recalling 46,176 examples of its redesigned 2022 Tundra pickup — standard gasoline engine and hybrid alike — to address a potential issue with the rear end that can lead to axle separation. Per Toyota, some Tundras were shipped...
A Group S-Inspired Turbo Škoda
<!– A Group S-Inspired Turbo Škoda – Speedhunters SHARE A Group S-Inspired Turbo Škoda I featured a wild ’88 136 GL, but this time I’ve gone more old school and, in a way, more traditional, albeit with some modern touches. Let...
Modified 6×6 Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series reconnaissance vehicle being tested by ADF
Australian Army personnel could soon be driving around in a six-wheeled reconnaissance vehicle built in Queensland from a LandCruiser 79 Series. 06:0030 June 2022 0 View 4 images A new type of vehicle is currently undergoing testing by the Australian Army....
New NHTSA chief: Agency will scrutinize auto-driver technology
WASHINGTON — The new head of the government’s road safety agency says it will intensify efforts to understand the risks posed by automated vehicle technology, so it can decide what regulations may be necessary to protect drivers, passengers and pedestrians....
One in six Australians have fallen asleep while driving, research finds
Drowsy driving is a killer on our roads, and it’s something that has affected a huge number of Australians. According to research commissioned by dashcam manufacturer Nextbase, one in six Aussies (16 per cent) have fallen asleep behind the wheel....
Madness At Mantorp Park: Gatebil’s Back, Baby!
<!– Madness At Mantorp Park: Gatebil’s Back, Baby! – Speedhunters SHARE Madness At Mantorp Park: Gatebil’s Back, Baby! Before Gatebil’s main event at Rudskogen in Norway next month, the first major event of the season is a little closer to home...
Hyundai and Kia raided in Europe over suspected diesel emissions cheat devices
Authorities raided have eight European properties run by Hyundai and Kia over suspicions the automaker fitted over 210,000 diesel vehicles with emissions testing defeat devices. Led by the Frankfurt state prosecutor’s office, in co-ordination with Eurojust, authorities searched eight properties...
Australia’s cheapest electric cars in 2022 – updated
With petrol prices at record highs, more new-car buyers are adding electric vehicles to their consideration lists. Here are the most affordable electric cars now on sale in Australia – and the ones coming soon. 07:0013 March 2022 0 View 27...