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Short of stock, but not of launches - BMW i4 M50, Genesis G70, Lexus NX and more! from 2021-06-14T04:31:03

Lots of new launch details for models this week, and the order books for the GMSV Chevrolet C8 Corvette are now open.

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Stock shortages, insane auction prices, and a $37m Rolls-Royce from 2021-05-30T12:38:30

Rolls-Royce breaks another record with a $37m bespoke model, Victoria votes in its EV tax, and Aussie muscle car prices remain insane.

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MG and their 0-100km in 3 sec EV Supercar from 2021-03-30T11:05:11

Is MG turning out to not just be a budget-friendly car marker, but also an EV supercar maker? Porsche says the Cayman and Boxster next-gen might be EV, and Isuzu Ute Australia celebrates 200,000...

Is Australia destined to be a third-world automotive country? from 2021-03-22T11:27:24

Volkswagen says Australia will become an automotive third-world. MG continues their EV crusade, and sales of the LandCruiser 200 Series continue.

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EU set to make date for the ban of Petrol and Diesel vehicles from 2021-03-14T12:51:50

The Lamborghini Countach turns 50. Hyundai's Kona N previewed, and Polestar confirmed for Australia.

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MG breaks into the Top 10 selling brands for the first time. from 2021-03-07T10:43:42

Porsche gets 'performance adventurers' excited with the Taycan Cross Turismo. Mitsubishi Express Van scores 0-star ANCAP rating, and MG launches the HS PHEV.

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Land Rover Defender goes ballistic with a 5.0-litre V8 from 2021-03-01T13:15:35

Ford renews local investment with Design Center renovations, local deliveries of the Porsche Taycan begin, and the bonkers Land Rover Defender V8.

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Porsche making their own Eco-friendly fuel? from 2021-02-21T12:21:24

Porsche to become a synthetic fuel-maker from 2022, and Ford to go all-electric by 2030.

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No more 6 and 8-cylinder engines for Mercedes C-Class models from 2021-02-14T12:39:56

Mercedes to ditch 6 and 8-cylinder engines for upcoming C-Class including AMG models. Injectronics launches hybrid battery exchange program.

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Apple places their EV talks with Hyundai and Kia on hold. from 2021-02-07T12:36

Apple, Hyundai and Kia put their EV talks on hold. Kia launches the Niro EV at the Australian Open, and more.

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Tesla Model S and X updated, while Holden is back on top (kinda) from 2021-02-03T01:44:23

Holden is back in the record books, and a lot of organisational shuffles happening.

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Hello 2021! Experiencing the Hyundai N Festvial from 2021-01-26T03:05:06

2021 is here, and we've got lots of news to discuss! 

We also join Hyundai for their 2020 N Festival, celebrating everything about their N products at Queensland Raceway.

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Wrapping 2020 - our favourite cars and biggest news of 2020 from 2020-12-23T11:56:49

2020 was one big year for the automotive world, and we're discussing our favourite cars and the biggest stories that came out of this year.

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Holden's Heritage Collection to go on display around Aus. from 2020-12-14T01:16:25

Lots of news this week, including the confirmation and pricing of the Hyundai Palisade, Holden's Heritage Collection being put on display and much more.

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What a week in the F1 paddock. from 2020-12-06T12:27:48

Incredible news coming out of the Formula 1 paddock, Toyota makes the GR Supra faster, and the final Subaru Liberty model surfaces.

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They want HOW MUCH for a GR Yaris Rallye? from 2020-12-01T09:29:22

Pricing for the GR Yaris Rallye has been revealed. BMW M2 spy photos surface and the Ford Ranger Wildtrak X returns.

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VIC joins the EV tax wave and Porsche shows off some beautiful concepts. from 2020-11-24T06:50

Not wanting to miss out on the fun, Victoria is now proposing an EV and Hybrid tax that could be introduced in July 2021. Porsche shows off 14 stunning concept vehicles that never made the show ...

SA's EV Tax just in time for MG's cheap EV from 2020-11-14T09:23:32

South Australia proposes a new EV tax, hot on the heels of MG announcing Australia's cheapest EV.

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October vehicle sales show signs of bouncing back from 2020-11-08T12:57:01

October vehicle sales for 2020 show signs of promise, Nissan's Navara has been updated, and Rimac is submitting $31million worth of their hypercars for crash tests.

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Insane Bugatti Bolide arrives, and Mini shifts focus to EV's from 2020-11-02T08:01:02

The insane Bugatti Bolide arrives, RAM to build an electric pick-up truck, and Mini to focus on electrification. 

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2021 Bathurst 12-hour cancelled and Hyundai's i20 N shown off. from 2020-10-27T02:24:41

2020 claims another victim, and this time it's the 2021 Bathurst 12-hour endurance race. Hyundai shows off it's latest hot hatch, the i20 N. 

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Epic Bathurst 1000 weekend and the AMG GT Black Series is coming down under. from 2020-10-19T12:58:36

What a weekend that was with the Bathurst 1000. The new AMG GT Black Series is officially coming down under with an eye-watering price, and could we see a five-door Jimny?

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The 522kW Trackhawk from Jeep has arrived. from 2020-10-13T02:56:58

Jeep has released the latest 522kW Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk and it's the most powerful SUV ever for a bargain price. Nico Hulkenburg returns to Racing Point and scores points at the Eifel G...

A 10 year/200,000 km warranty from Mitsubishi but it comes with a catch. from 2020-10-04T13:32:27

Mitsubishi introduces a 10 year/200,000km warranty but with a catch, and Audi commits to being 100% renewable.

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BMW reveals the M3 and M4 while Toyota sells 560 GR Yaris models in 24 hours from 2020-09-28T15:33:24

BMW gets some attention with the new grille and performance details for the M3 and M4. Toyota surpasses (our) expectations and sells 560 GR Yaris models in just 24 hours.

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Toyota GR Yaris revealed with a $10k discount for early buyers. from 2020-09-22T03:14:56

Toyota reveals an incredible $10,000 discount for the first 1,000 buyers of the GR Yaris. The Ford Bronco isn't coming to Aus, and could we be getting a retro Nissan Patrol in the future?

An Aussie wins the Formula 3 Championship! from 2020-09-15T07:15:12

Can you believe we've been doing this each week for 6-months? We can't either! 

This week is another busy week of news, discussions including Oscar Piastri's F3 win, the new Mercedes...

August vehicle sales slump during lockdown but Hybrids and EV's hold steady from 2020-09-07T07:39:28

The Toyota Rav4 was Australia's number 1 selling vehicle in August 2020, and with 80% of Rav4 sales being the Hybrid variants that means hybrids are gaining more than just a little traction.

Hyundai teases a Kona N-Line and Abarth brings a new 695 limited edition. from 2020-08-31T01:25:51

An update to the Hyundai Kona has been teased and in those teasers is a N-Line model, but we hold out hope for a Kona N! Abarth is bringing 40 of its latest limited edition starting from $45,000...

Goodbye HSV and Hello GMSV! from 2020-08-23T14:18:56

GMSV replaces HSV as the place for right-hand drive GM products in Aus including the Silverado and mid-engined Corvette.

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M3 Touring confirmed for Aus, and the Isuzu D-Max aiming for the Raptor and N-Trek Warrior. from 2020-08-16T12:28:32

Isuzu is aiming for a Raptor, N-Trek Warrior and Rugged X competitor in their D-Max range. Toyota shows off the new Rugged X and Rogue, and the BMW M3 Touring has been confirmed for Aus!

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Melbourne roads are eerily quiet, and no Tesla Cybertruck for Australia from 2020-08-09T11:43:33

The curfews in Melbourne leave normally busy roads quiet like not normally seen. Elon Musk says the Cybertruck will be for the USA only. 155,000 vehicles still need their airbags replaced in Aus...

Toyota to build Ford Ranger Raptor rival in Aus, and Genesis test drive centre opens! from 2020-07-31T14:52:20

Toyota will be building their rival to the Ford Ranger Raptor in Australia. The Genesis test drive centre is now open in Paramatta. Android Auto is now finally rolling out in BMW vehicles.

Mercedes switching to fixed prices in Aus, and ismyairbagsafe.com.au reaches 11million checks. from 2020-07-28T04:35

Mercedes seems set to follow Honda in the transition to have fixed prices for their new vehicles, the ismyairbagsafe.com.au website for checking if your vehicle is affected by the Takata airbag ...

Ford Bronco revealed, but not coming to Aus, and the new AMG GT Black Series! from 2020-07-19T04:33:41

The Mercedes AMG GT Black Series breaks cover, Nissan reveals a new logo and EV concept, the RAM Warlock lands in Aus and of course the Ford Bronco and its models are here. Lots of news this wee...

F1 is back, Ford shows commitment to Aus and a new Isuzu D-Max is incoming. from 2020-07-13T12:11:54

Formula 1 is back and it's one of the most exciting season starts in a long time. Ford builds a new local parts facility, the new Isuzu D-Max is to be revealed in August, and the Mustang Mach-E ...

June sales figures with BMW having its biggest sales month ever! from 2020-07-04T01:19:25

June sales figures have been released and BMW has its biggest sales month ever, Mazda has a new hybrid powertrain, Land Rover has a new commercial variant of the Defender and more!

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Apple's iOS 14 brings EV Routing and Digital Car Key and Supercars and F1 Returns! from 2020-06-30T02:26:57

Apple revealed new features in their upcoming iOS 14 update for iPhones which will see new car orientated features including electric vehicle routing, a digital key which you can share with fami...

The first retail Hydrogen cars land in Aus, and the new BMW M5 Comp is shown off. from 2020-06-21T10:19:18

Australia's first ADR approved vehicles land for use in the ACT, BMW shows off the new BMW M5 Competition, and Kia teases the arrival of the new Carnival people mover.

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Tesla is the most valuable auto-maker, Aussie car-making soon to be back! from 2020-06-15T11:59:19

Tesla shares reached $1000, making it the most valuable carmaker in the world for a short while, the instant asset write-off has been extended to Dec 31, 2020, and Australian-made motoring is ba...

Sales figures for May are out, BMW's controversial 4 Series design is real! from 2020-06-09T03:18:24

Sales figures for May are out, BMW's controversial 4 Series design is real, and GM seemingly confirms the Corvette Stingray will be available in RHD.

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Top ten most trusted Automotive Brands in Aus revealed and peace talks resume for Holden. from 2020-06-01T08:24:35

Australia's Top 10 Most Trusted Automotive Brands Revealed and it includes a peculiar inclusion. Peace talks also resume for Holden and its dealers ahead of the 30 June deadline.

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A new rotary car for Mazda, and could Tesla leave California? from 2020-05-24T23:58

The new rotary Mazda isn’t quite what headlines make you want to believe, as it’s a new concept car for Gran Turismo Sport on PS4. Tesla threatens to leave California due to disagree...

Is Holden only worth one Aussie dollar? Plus, Skoda introduces a servicing pack for older vehicles. from 2020-05-18T07:01:37

Road-trips galore with decreased driving restrictions in Queensland, Skoda introduces a servicing pack for vehicles over 12-months old, and a Queensland Senator offers to buy Holden for just $1....

Queensland easing further driving restrictions, Network 10 to pull out of Supercars in 2021? from 2020-05-09T06:06:35

Queensland on May 16 will further ease restrictions for recreational driving, Network 10 may not renew their broadcasting contract with Supercars for the 2021 season and the incoming Hyundai ute...

HSV to become GMSV, Audi extends some vehicle warranties, and EV Land Rover models coming soon. from 2020-05-03T05:31

HSV is set to become GMSV, Audi to extend new car and extended warranties for some customers, and it seems Land Rover are set to bring EV models of the Evoque and Discovery Sport.

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Queensland to ease non-essential travel, Focus RS axed, and much more! from 2020-04-26T11:43:19

Queensland is to ease non-essential travel from Saturday, May 2, 2020. The Focus RS has been axed citing EU Emissions, and much more this week on Auto Catch Up.

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1-month Rego Renewals, A 450kW Lexus SUV could be coming to Aus and Mazda6 could be going RWD. from 2020-04-19T02:18:44

Queensland adds a 1-month rego renewal option, the Lexus LQ SUV could be coming to Australia with a 450kW twin-turbo V8 option, and Mazda looks to be going RWD with the next-generation Mazda6.&n...

Toyota recalls SUV's and 4WD's, and the World Car Awards winners have been announced! from 2020-04-14T00:29

Toyota recalls the Landcruiser 200 Series, HiLux, Prado, and FJ Cruiser. The World Car Award winners have been announced, and now could be the best possible time to be buying a car.

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March Aussie Sales Figures, Toyota Corolla GR set to come to Australia, and virtual racing is off to a flying start. from 2020-04-05T09:51

The VFacts Sales Figures for March have been released and the COVID-19 impacts are starting to show. There's a new Toyota Corolla GR coming to Australia, and even though racing tracks are closed...

Honda's new business model, the new Genesis GV80 SUV, and the early end to the Chevrolet Corvette C8 model year. from 2020-03-28T12:37

In episode 2 Ashley, Joel and Mick discuss Honda’s new business model for Australia, the incoming Genesis G80 and GV80 SUV, the recently added Dodge RAM 1500 to the NSW Police fleet, the e...

COVID-19 Impacts Auto Makers and Motorsport, and a new Nissan 400Z is coming? from 2020-03-22T06:18

For our first episode, Ashley Perkins, Joel Strickland and Mick McWilliams discuss the impacts of COVID-19 on auto makers, and dealers. With more postponed races, Formula 1 and other racing seri...