ANCAP and Vehicle Safety
‘Defective’ Renault models banned from China
Que? Here’s a turn up as China, that bastion of quality and high-tech design, claims Renault has shipped them problem cars.
A black and green tyre
Hankook reckons motorists that low rolling resistance tyres and grip are NOT mutually exclusive.
Only four stars for Aussie Jazz, Soul
The new Honda Jazz and Kia Soul compacts fall short of an ANCAP five star safety rating – despite full marks in European NCAP tests.
Two recalls for Pontiac G8
More bad news for Holden fans, with the now-defunct Commodore collaboration suffering a recall.
Shrink wrap
Nissan recalls over 360,000 first-gen Murano SUVs in the USA due to shrinking intake ducts.
Cash for clunkers
Audi Australia boss calls for incentives to scrap old cars to aid the car industry, road safety and the environment.
Five star Cruze
The Holden Cruze will now launch with the highest possible crash test rating.
And now for some good news from Ford…
Ford Australia has improved fuel economy and CO2 emissions on the locally-built Falcon and Territory, while the entire Falcon range is now rated at five stars.
Ford recalls all nat-atmo Territory SUVs
A brake hose problem has led Ford Australia to voluntarily recall all non-turbocharged MkI Territory models …
Bagged, not tagged
Toyota has released images and details of a new, production-ready rear seat centre airbag.
