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Government report: Rural roads a significant cause of road deaths

While cars are getting safer, a government report has found a high number of accidents are caused by the poor state of roads in regional Australia

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Federal Budget: Fuel excise slashed to help ease impact of rising prices

Treasurer Josh Frydenberg made the announcement on Tuesday night as part of his government’s fourth budget

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2022 Renault Captur: R.S. Line pricing and features for Australia

R.S. Line upgrades join the Captur after being rolled out for Arkana

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New vehicle emissions drop as peak bodies call for Government mandates

A small reduction in emissions year-on-year has been met with calls for greater action from the top

Erebus E63 AMG at Sandown
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Sandown Raceway at risk after council progresses rezoning consultation

Another year, another fight for the iconic Australian track

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Local Volkswagen group boss joins EV Council board

New VGA chief will campaign for emissions targets and charging infrastructure in new builds

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2023 Toyota GR Corolla reveal date announced

The highly-anticipated GR Corolla will launch on April 1

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Queensland Police deputise public to catch hoons

Queenslanders are being asked to be the eyes and ears of the police in an effort to catch hoons

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SsangYong’s future in doubt as acquisition deal voided

The South Korean carmaker may have lost its new owner, but it’s gained tens of millions of dollars

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Lotus Eletre announced: ‘Type 132’ SUV now has a name

Ahead of its reveal, Lotus has given its first SUV a name

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Australian hydrogen superhighway announced for Queensland, NSW and Victoria

The tri-state initiative is aimed at significantly reducing freight emissions

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2016-2020 X3, X4 and 5 Series recalled

A warning message may be displayed or the engine may fail entirely

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Caterham breaks all-time sales record

In comparison to 2019, the Japanese-owned company recorded a 41 per cent increase last year

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VIDEO: 2022 BMW M2 caught testing at Nürburgring

With the new M2 set to enter production in December, the high-performance coupe has been seen undergoing track testing

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2021 Hyundai Santa Fe under recall

Only a small number of vehicles are impacted

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Mercedes-AMG debuts one-off skateboard-themed art cars

A collaboration between Mercedes-AMG and British skate brand Palace has resulted in several unique designs

MPS badge could help Mazda with premium push
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Mazda says RWD means it won’t need MPS models

Mazda Australia says that its new models will offer enough thrills and engagement without the need for a specialised performance division

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Dubai Police orders fleet of custom Patrol-based patrol cars

A police force known for its exotic fleet is adding custom cruisers made by a local hypercar company

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Mazda has no fear of being left behind in EV race

Despite rivals offering more electrified models – and promises of more – Mazda remains comfortable that it won’t be left behind in the EV race

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2020 BMW X5 xDrive45e PHEV recalled due to fire risk

Owners are advised not to charge the car with the cable until resolved

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Wheels April 2022 issue preview

An electrifying trio, a peek at COTY 2022, and more!

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Rare 2021 Nissan R35 GT-R T-Spec offered at auction for a good cause

What may be the last R35 GT-R to have been delivered in Australia heads to auction, with part of the proceeds going to charity

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Manufacturers could be hit with $10 million fines for breaching Franchising Code

As the debate continues over the way new cars are sold, corporations can now face hefty fines if they are found to have breached their obligations

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Ukrainian supplier restarts production to support auto industry

In the face of war, a key supplier in Ukraine is resuming work as European carmakers do the same