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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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Panel:
Ashley Perkins (@dailyautofix)
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Major News
Hyundai, Mitsubishi, Nissan new car delivery delays outlined; Australia
https://performancedrive.com.au/hyundai-mitsubishi-nissan-new-car-delivery-delays-outlined-australia-0420/
Hyundai Australia outlines chronic delays of up to 11 months
https://www.caradvice.com.au/957733/hyundai-australia-outlines-chronic-delays-of-up-to-11-months/
Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series: Top four features
https://www.motoring.com.au/toyota-landcruiser-300-series-top-four-features-130459/
2022 Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series and GR Sport revealed, due in showrooms this year, no mention of hybrid
https://www.caradvice.com.au/959680/2022-toyota-landcruiser-300-series-and-gr-sport-revealed-due-in-showrooms-this-year-no-mention-of-hybrid/
First M electric car headlines BMW i4 range
https://www.motoring.com.au/first-m-electric-car-headlines-bmw-i4-range-130274/
2021 Genesis G70 pricing and specs detailed
https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/2021-genesis-g70-pricing-and-specs-detailed-upgraded-luxury-challenger-takes-aim-at-audi-a4
2022 Lexus NX revealed, Australian launch due November 2021
https://www.caradvice.com.au/960489/2022-lexus-nx-revealed-australian-launch-due-november-2021/
Upgraded Hyundai i30 N will be pricier
https://www.motoring.com.au/upgraded-hyundai-i30-n-will-be-pricier-130451/
Toyota Mirai travels record 1003km on hydrogen power
https://www.motoring.com.au/toyota-mirai-travels-record-1003km-on-hydrogen-power-130277/
Volkswagen ID.3 has a chance to be Australia's most affordable EV - but there might be a bit of a wait
https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/volkswagen-id3-has-a-chance-to-be-australias-most-affordable-ev-83823
2021 Porsche Taycan Turbo S sets production electric vehicle lap record at The Bend
https://www.caradvice.com.au/960642/2021-porsche-taycan-turbo-s-sets-production-electric-vehicle-lap-record-at-the-bend/
7-Eleven Australia chooses not to install electric vehicle chargers locally, despite US pledge
https://www.caradvice.com.au/958190/7-eleven-australia-chooses-not-to-install-electric-vehicle-chargers-locally-despite-us-pledge/
GMSV officially opens order books for 2022 Chevrolet C8 Corvette in Australia
https://performancedrive.com.au/gmsv-officially-opens-order-books-for-2022-chevrolet-c8-corvette-in-australia-1112/
Nissan Z reveal locked in for August 17
https://www.motoring.com.au/nissan-z-reveal-locked-in-for-august-17-130441/
New Toyota GR Supra A91-CF Edition unleashed
https://www.motoring.com.au/new-toyota-gr-supra-a91-cf-edition-unleashed-130276/
2021 Alpine A110 price and features
https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/2021-alpine-a110-price-and-features-toyota-supra-porsche-cayman-jaguar-f-type-and-audi-tt
Bugatti unveils monstrous Chiron Super Sport with 1176kW
https://performancedrive.com.au/bugatti-unveils-monstrous-chiron-super-sport-with-1176kw-0922/
Reborn Ferrari Dino hybrid V6 hits the road
https://www.motoring.com.au/reborn-ferrari-dino-hybrid-v6-back-on-the-menu-130404/
For Sale: Police-confiscated Lamborghini Huracan Performante, in Australia
https://performancedrive.com.au/for-sale-police-confiscated-lamborghini-huracan-performante-qld-1014/
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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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Major News
Australian muscle car prices remain in top gear:
https://www.caradvice.com.au/956408/now-that-is-art-australian-muscle-car-prices-remain-in-top-gear/
Forester, XV and Outback delays as Subaru begins rebuilding suppy with chip shortage easing:
https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/expect-forester-xv-and-outback-delays-as-subaru-begins-rebuilding-supply-with-chip-shortage
The Toyota GR Corolla is coming to change the hot hatch game:
https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/the-toyota-gr-corolla-is-coming-to-change-the-hot-hatch-game-heres-when-you-will-see-japans
Top EOFY deals despite stock shortages:
https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/top-eofy-2021-new-car-deals-mazda-hyundai-kia-nissan-and-ford-commit-to-discounts-despite
Local News
Could expanding Nissan products to include the Titan, Ariya and Navara Nismo the key to combat rivals?
https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/nissan-titan-ariya-navara-nismo-why-expansion-could-boost-the-japanese-brand-down-under-to
Toyota LandCruise 300 Series diesel delays possible:
https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/lc300-diesel-delays-why-you-will-have-to-wait-longer-than-you-thought-for-your-v6-diesel
Polestar aims to win customers over by being the most sustainable:
https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/will-the-2022-polestar-2-be-australias-most-sustainable-car-when-it-arrives-83704
Mitsubishi introduces special ASX and Eclipse editions to combat stock shortages:
https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/mitsubishi-asx-and-eclipse-cross-to-score-special-editions-to-address-vehicle-delays-83652
Rolls-Royce reintroduces coachbuilding program for your bespoke desires:
https://www.caradvice.com.au/956365/rolls-royce-unveils-37-million-bespoke-boat-tail-convertible/
Elon Musk claims new Tesla Roadster will 'fly':
https://www.motoring.com.au/elon-musk-claims-new-tesla-roadster-will-fly-130179/
BMW Motorrad GS Experience Programme Australia confirmed:
https://practicalmotoring.com.au/motorbikes/news-motorbikes/bmw-motorrad-gs-experience-programme-australia-confirmed/
Victoria EV tax slammed by the Greens:
https://practicalmotoring.com.au/car-news/victorias-new-electric-car-tax-slammed-climate-vandalism/
Genesis G80 and GV80 scores 5-star ANCAP rating:
https://performancedrive.com.au/genesis-g80-and-gv80-score-5-star-ancap-safety-rating-2700/
Mercedes-benz S 580L and Maybach S 680 join Australian lineup:
https://performancedrive.com.au/mercedes-benz-s-580-maybach-s-680-join-australian-lineup-2623/
International News
The Ford F150 Lightning is impressive and they've pretty much thought of everything:
https://www.autoblog.com/2021/05/29/ford-f150-lightning-range-higher-than-advertised-report/
Ford calls Bronco Hardtop their 'Achilles heel':
https://www.carscoops.com/2021/05/ford-calls-bronco-hardtop-their-achilles-heel-cant-say-when-theyll-be-delivered/
The windscreen-less McLaren Elva gets windscreen option:
https://www.motortrend.com/news/2021-mclaren-elva-windshield-option-detailed/
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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 deliveries since 2008.
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Major News
Next-generation Porsche Cayman and Boxster to be electric?
https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/porsche/cayman/107818/next-generation-porsche-cayman-could-go-fully-electric
Isuzu Ute Australia celebrates 200,000 deliveries since 2008:
https://autotalk.com.au/industry-news/isuzu-ute-australia-celebrates-200000th-vehicle-sales
Subaru dealers in Victoria moving to fixed-pricing model:
https://autotalk.com.au/industry-news/melbourne-trivett-subaru-dealers-move-to-fixed-price-model
MG Extender dual-cab ute unveiled in Right-Hand Drive:
https://www.whichcar.com.au/car-news/2021-mg-extender-ute-unveiled-in-thailand-in-right-hand-drive
MG Cyberster EV supercar concept to be revealed:
https://www.caradvice.com.au/936395/mg-cyberster-electric-supercar-set-for-reveal-next-week-teased-once-again/
Cupra VW’s brand coming to Aus:
https://thedriven.io/2021/03/26/vws-cupra-brand-coming-to-australia-despite-hostile-environment-for-evs/
Renders for Ferrari’s SUV land online:
https://www.carscoops.com/2021/03/new-ferrari-purosangue-suv-heres-another-rendered-attempt-at-what-it-could-look-like/
Motorsport News
Formula 1
Season Opener of 2021 in Bahrain this week.
Supercars
General Motorsport News:
Fans asking Nurburgring to honor Sabine Schmitz by naming a corner after her:
https://www.autoevolution.com/news/sabine-schmitz-s-fans-are-asking-the-nrburgring-to-name-a-corner-after-her-158318.html
Local News
EV’s/Hybrid’s
Nissan taking a different hybrid route:
https://autotalk.com.au/industry-news/nissans-hybrid-with-a-difference
2021 Mercedes-Benz EQA pricing revealed:
https://www.carsales.com.au/editorial/details/mercedes-benz-eqa-250-pricing-revealed-129135/
2021 Hyundai Nexo specs for Australia:
https://www.caradvice.com.au/936437/2021-hyundai-nexo-local-specs-revealed-for-australias-first-hydrogen-powered-vehicle/
ICE
Australia Post honours Holden in stamp collection:
https://www.caradvice.com.au/935921/holden-honoured-by-australia-post/
Toyota GR 86 aiming to be quicker than BRZ:
https://www.motoring.com.au/new-toyota-gr-86-may-be-quicker-than-brz-129136/
Volkswagen Amarok W580 enters production in Clayton:
https://www.caradvice.com.au/936637/2021-volkswagen-amarok-w580-dual-cab-ute-enters-production-in-clayton/
2021 Subaru Outback recalled for brake booster issue:
https://www.caradvice.com.au/938538/2021-subaru-outback-recalled-for-brake-booster-issue/
2021 Hyundai Kona N seen without disguise:
https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/hyundai/kona/103512/new-2021-hyundai-kona-n-spied-undisguised
International News
Jeep 4xe charging network for off-roading:
https://www.motortrend.com/news/hybrid-off-roading-jeep-4xe-charging-network/
Nissan 400Z US details leak:
https://www.motortrend.com/news/2022-nissan-z-car-400z-details-leaked/
First-look review for the GV70 from the US:
https://www.motortrend.com/news/2022-genesis-gv70-suv-first-look-review/
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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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Major News
Ford Australia and the models it needs downunder:
https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/fords-ranger-junior-maverick-all-new-bronco-and-other-models-barred-from-australia-that
Australia is environmentally-backwards according to Volkswagen:
https://www.caradvice.com.au/935217/environmentally-backwards-australia-becoming-the-automotive-third-world-volkswagen-claims/
BMW i4 revealed and coming in 2021:
https://performancedrive.com.au/bmw-i4-production-car-revealed-on-sale-later-in-2021-1722/
BMW iX xDrive40, xDrive50 confirmed for Australia:
https://performancedrive.com.au/bmw-ix-xdrive40-xdrive50-confirmed-for-australia-arrives-q4-this-year-1712/
Toyota says buy the LC200, as the 300 Series is coming:
https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/toyotas-warning-for-land-cruiser-200-series-shoppers-buy-now-or-youll-pay-later-as-300
2021 MG Marvel R EV:
https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/2021-mg-marvel-r-electric-detailed-electric-suv-competition-heats-up-as-new-hyundai-ioniq-5
Motorsport News
Formula 1
Season Opener of 2021 in Bahrain this week.
Supercars
Van Gisbergen dominates Sandown:
https://www.speedcafe.com/event/melbourne-4/
General Motorsport News:
ARC opener postponed due to extreme weather:
https://www.speedcafe.com/2021/03/22/arc-opener-postponed-due-to-extreme-weather/Local News
Hot Wheels wants to make a die-cast model of your car:
https://www.caradvice.com.au/935394/hot-wheels-wants-to-make-a-die-cast-model-of-your-car/
EV’s/Hybrid’s
ICE
Bentley teases new Continental GT Speed:
https://performancedrive.com.au/2021-bentley-continental-gt-speed-to-be-most-dynamic-model-yet-1714/2022 Mercedes-Benz SL will be AMG-only:
https://performancedrive.com.au/2022-mercedes-benz-sl-will-be-amg-only-awd-only-video-1523/
2022 Peugeot 308 detailed:
https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/2022-peugeot-308-detailed-new-toyota-corolla-mazda-3-hyundai-i30-kia-cerato-and-volkswagen
Is Toyota bringing back the sub-$20k model?
https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/is-the-sub-20000-toyota-back-the-aygo-x-prologue-concept-is-the-rugged-urban-runabout-to
International News
Over $20million AUD of vehicles go up in flames:
https://www.caradvice.com.au/935548/alleged-arson-attack-destroys-multi-million-dollar-car-collection/
Gordon Murrary T.50 hits the track for first tests:
https://performancedrive.com.au/gordon-murray-t-50-hits-the-track-for-first-tests-video-1623/
GR Heroes coming out of Japan?
https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/more-toyota-gr-corolla-hot-hatch-and-wagon-details-drop-more-road-less-rally-for-200kw
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The Lamborghini Countach turns 50. Hyundai's Kona N previewed, and Polestar confirmed for Australia.
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Major News
Lamborghini Countach turns 50:
https://www.caradvice.com.au/933453/the-legendary-lamborghini-countach-turns-50/
Australian Government takes steps to protect consumers and car dealerships:
https://www.caradvice.com.au/933013/federal-government-to-protect-consumers-and-car-dealerships-from-being-abandoned-by-foreign-auto-giants/
Date for ban of Petrol and Diesel cars looming in the EU:
https://www.caradvice.com.au/932989/european-union-set-to-ban-petrol-and-diesel-new-cars-report/
Polestar 2 confirmed for Australia, coming by end of 2021:
https://performancedrive.com.au/polestar-2-confirmed-for-australia-arriving-by-end-of-2021-1023/
Hyundai Kona N previewed with exterior revealed:
https://performancedrive.com.au/hyundai-kona-n-previewed-again-exterior-revealed-1012/
Motorsport News
Formula 1
Honoring Murray Walker, F1 Legend:
https://www.autosport.com/f1/news/murray-walker-an-f1-commentary-legends-best-quotes-and-moments-4983373/4983373/
Formula 1 Tests in Bahrain coverage:
https://www.autosport.com/f1/
Supercars
General Motorsport News:
Local News
EV’s/Hybrid’s
Kia previews all-new EV based on E-GMP platform:
https://performancedrive.com.au/kia-ev6-previewed-as-all-new-ev-based-on-e-gmp-platform-0915/
Toyota Camry almost exclusively Hybrid:
https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/2021-toyota-camry-pricing-and-specs-detailed-mazda-6-skoda-octavia-volkswagen-passat-and
Honda planning hybrid versions of HR-V, Civic and CR-V:
https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/honda-planning-hybrid-versions-of-hr-v-civic-and-cr-v-to-take-fight-to-toyota-82816
ICE
Genesis GV70 details confirmed, but no pricing...yet:
https://performancedrive.com.au/2021-genesis-gv70-initial-details-confirmed-for-australia-0923/
Lexus facelifts LX 570 S SUV:
https://performancedrive.com.au/2021-lexus-lx-570-s-facelift-announced-on-sale-in-australia-0909/
Mercedes-AMG C 45 to replace C 43:
https://performancedrive.com.au/2022-w206-mercedes-amg-c-45-to-replace-c-43-4cyl-turbo-0823/
Audi SQ2 pricing and specs:
https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/2021-audi-sq2-pricing-and-specs-detailed-new-mercedes-amg-gla-35-bmw-x2-m35i-and-mini
2021 Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 pricing and specs:
https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/2021-mercedes-maybach-gls-600-pricing-and-specs-detailed-is-this-the-most-luxurious-suv
Haval Tank 300 being studied for Australia:
https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/a-chinese-tank-is-coming-for-your-toyota-land-cruiser-new-haval-tank-300-on-the-cards-for
International News
Lotus Evija hypercar to sound like the Lotus 49 V8 Formula 1 car:
https://www.caradvice.com.au/932746/lotus-evija-electric-hypercar-will-sound-like-a-v8-f1-car/
GR Yaris hot laps the Nurburgring:
https://www.roadandtrack.com/news/a35809204/watch-a-gr-yaris-keep-up-with-a-bmw-m2-competition-at-the-nurburgring/
The production version of the Jeep Wagoneer detailed:
https://www.roadandtrack.com/news/a35809318/check-out-every-luxurious-detail-of-the-2022-jeep-grand-wagoneer/
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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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Major News
Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo revealed:
https://performancedrive.com.au/porsche-taycan-cross-turismo-revealed-4s-and-turbo-for-australia-0511/
MG HS Plug-In announced (and becomes a top-10 brand):
https://performancedrive.com.au/2021-mg-hs-announced-plug-in-hybrid-awd-variants-added-0222/
https://www.whichcar.com.au/car-news/mg-makes-aussie-top-10
Who’s left to buy the incoming LC300 LandCruiser?
https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/who-will-be-left-to-buy-the-toyota-landcruiser-300-series-v8-frenzy-continues-82630
Volvo to expand SUV portfolio sacrificing sedans and wagons:
https://www.whichcar.com.au/car-news/volvo-expands-suv-production-over-cars
Mitsubishi response to Express Van zero star ANCAP rating:
https://www.motoring.com.au/mitsubishi-express-definitely-not-unsafe-128770/
Motorsport News
Formula 1
Porsche could enter Formula 1 by 2025, if sustainable fuels a promoted (report):
https://www.caradvice.com.au/931141/porsche-to-enter-formula-one-in-2025-if-sustainable-fuels-are-promoted-report/
Supercars
Want to own one of the best seats at Bathurst?
https://www.caradvice.com.au/931146/448-conrod-straight-mount-panorama-could-be-yours/
Van Gisbergen injured in mountain biking accident:
https://www.speedcafe.com/2021/03/06/van-gisbergen-injured-in-mountain-biking-accident/
General Motorsport News:
Local News
Victoria Government plans to ‘partly privatise’ registration and licensing:
https://www.caradvice.com.au/931279/victorian-government-announces-plan-to-partly-privatise-registration-and-licensing/
EV’s/Hybrid’s
Hyundai registers first Hydrogen vehicles:
https://www.caradvice.com.au/930464/vfacts-hyundai-first-to-register-hydrogen-car-fleet-in-australia/
300kW Volvo C40 Recharge SUV-coupe unveiled:
https://www.motoring.com.au/300kw-volvo-c40-recharge-suv-coupe-unveiled-128788/
ICE
2021 Nissan Navara launches:
https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/2021-nissan-navara-launches-with-promotional-drive-away-pricing-to-lure-buyers-from-toyota
Jeep Australia is bringing a limited number of Wrangler Unlimited Willys:
https://www.whichcar.com.au/news/2021-jeep-wrangler-unlimited-willys-special-edition-revealed
Volkswagen considering Ford Ranger Raptor rival, with off-road-focused W580:
https://www.caradvice.com.au/931096/volkswagen-considering-ford-ranger-raptor-rival-off-road-amarok-w580/
Holden GTSR W1 pair up for sale:
https://www.motoring.com.au/million-plus-hsv-gtsr-w1-pair-up-for-sale-128847/
Nissan Patrol Warrior pushed back to 2022:
https://www.motoring.com.au/nissan-patrol-warrior-flips-to-2022-128813/
The latest generation BMW M3 and M4 recalled in the US:
https://www.whichcar.com.au/car-news/bmw-m3-and-m4-recalled-for-faulty-abs-australian-impact-unknown
International News
Hyundai unaffected so far by the chip-shortage:
https://www.whichcar.com.au/car-news/global-semiconductor-shortage-continues-to-stifle-auto-production
Hennessey unveils bonkers 745kW McLaren 765LT:
https://www.caradvice.com.au/931269/hennessey-offers-745kw-mclaren-765lt-powertrain-upgrade/
Honda launches Level 3 driverless tech in Japan:
https://www.motoring.com.au/honda-launches-level-3-driverless-tech-in-japan-128829/
Fun
New Hot Wheels Game:
https://www.whichcar.com.au/car-news/hot-wheels-unleashed-video-game-here-for-the-big-kids
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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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Major News
Ford Australia invests $12million into Design Center Renovation:
https://fordauthority.com/2021/02/ford-australia-design-center-will-undergo-12-million-dollar-renovation/
Local Launch of Porsche Taycan:
https://www.caradvice.com.au/929457/2021-porsche-taycan-deliveries-begin-in-australia-test-drives-now-available
Alfa Romeo working on a BMW 5 Series Rival?
https://www.carsales.com.au/editorial/details/alfa-romeo-reportedly-working-on-bmw-5-series-rival-128750/
Land Rover Defender V8 confirmed:
https://www.carsales.com.au/editorial/details/land-rover-defender-v8-confirmed-but-not-cheap-128708/
Aston Martin Sales Slump 32%:
https://www.carsales.com.au/editorial/details/aston-martin-sales-slump-32-per-cent-but-dbx-signals-revival-128718/
New Peugeot logo:
https://www.whichcar.com.au/car-news/peugeot-reinvents-itself-with-new-logo
Hyundai IONIQ 5 revealed:
https://www.carsales.com.au/editorial/details/hyundai-ioniq-5-revealed-with-800v-fast-charging-128667/
Motorsport News
Formula 1
Alonso won’t be at Alpine Car Launch:
https://www.formula1.com/en/latest/article.alpine-confirm-alonso-wont-travel-to-the-uk-for-new-car-launch-next-week.7rcq0UZSUxxXpIJ27OmOHE.html
Ferrari apparently has ‘recovered speed’:
https://www.formula1.com/en/latest/article.data-suggests-ferrari-have-recovered-quite-a-lot-of-speeds-on-the-straights.7htBRyAQYpcUnPXQbzwqqz.html
Supercars
General Motorsport News:
Buy Block’s First Rally-Winning Subaru:
https://www.roadandtrack.com/news/a35586922/buy-ken-blocks-first-rally-winning-subaruLamborghini Essenza SCV12 available to Aussies:
https://www.carsales.com.au/editorial/details/worlds-most-exotic-track-car-now-available-to-aussies-128686/
Ferrari enters Le Mans Hypercar category from 2023:
https://www-ferrari-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/www.ferrari.com/en-EN/competizioni-gt/articles/ferrari-enters-the-le-mans-hypercar-era?
Local News
EV’s/Hybrid’s
Free Regional Charging in Victoria to boost touring:
https://www.ecogeneration.com.au/network-offers-free-ev-top-ups-to-boost-touring/
ICE
Subaru Brumby coming back using a Toyota HiLux underneath?
https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/subaru-brumby-reborn-subaru-ute-could-return-as-a-toyota-hilux-twin-82489
Mercedes-Benz G 400d arrives in Australia, along with a $30k price hike for the G63:
https://www.carsales.com.au/editorial/details/mercedes-benz-g-400d-diesel-finally-touches-down-128754/
Mercedes-Benz S-Class pricing:
https://www.carscoops.com/2021/02/australia-this-is-your-all-new-2021-mercedes-benz-s-class-and-it-starts-at-au240700/
World’s Fastest ute ready to order in Aus:
https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/worlds-fastest-ute-is-ready-to-rumble-ram-1500-trx-order-books-open-in-australia-82538
New Subaru WRX and STI:
https://www.motoring.com.au/new-subaru-wrx-and-sti-powered-up-128752/
in-turbo V8-powered Lexus IS F on the cards:
https://www.carsales.com.au/editorial/details/twin-turbo-v8-powered-lexus-is-f-on-the-cards-128749/
New Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace Wolfsburg Edition arrives:
https://www.carsales.com.au/editorial/details/volkswagen-tiguan-allspace-wolfsburg-edition-arrives-128735/Hyundai Tucson specs and pricing for Australia:
https://www.caradvice.com.au/928388/2021-hyundai-tucson-australian-model-range-and-specifications-revealed/
Hyundai Sonata N Line turbo pricing and specs:
https://www.carsales.com.au/editorial/details/hyundai-sonata-n-line-turbo-pricing-and-specs-128723/
Nissan X-Trail Pricing:
https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/2021-nissan-x-trail-pricing-and-specs-detailed-toyota-rav4-mazda-cx-5-rival-scores-modest
International News
Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport 45, most likely not for Aus:
https://www.caradvice.com.au/928226/2021-volkswagen-golf-gti-clubsport-edition-45-leaked-unlikely-for-australia/
Gordon Murrary T.50S Niki Lauda edition at $5.5m:
https://www.carsales.com.au/editorial/details/track-only-gordon-murray-t-50s-niki-lauda-edition-arrives-128652/Aston Martin Valhalla to use a Mercedes-Engine:
https://www.roadandtrack.com/news/a35632256/aston-martin-valhalla-wont-use-aston-martin-designed-v-6-engine/
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Porsche to become a synthetic fuel-maker from 2022, and Ford to go all-electric by 2030.
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Major News
Porsche to become synthetic fuel-maker from 2022:
https://www.motoring.com.au/porsche-to-become-synthetic-fuel-maker-from-2022-128597/
Ford to go all-electric in Europe by 2030:
https://www.theverge.com/2021/2/17/22287284/ford-electric-vehicles-ev-europe-2030
Jaguar Land Rover all-electric by 2025:
https://www.autoweek.com/news/green-cars/a35549323/heres-how-jaguar-will-go-electric/
The ultimate Valentine's gift? Bugatti Chiron for ‘Alice’:
https://www.motor1.com/news/487844/bugatti-chiron-alice-pink-white/
Ford Falcon GTHO Phase III sets auction record:
https://www.carsales.com.au/editorial/details/ford-falcon-gtho-phase-iii-sets-auction-record-128592/
McLaren Artura Hybrid supercar revealed:
https://www.caradvice.com.au/925428/2021-mclaren-artura-price-and-specs-hybrid-v6-joins-supercar-line-up/
Porsche 992 911 GT3:
https://www.carsales.com.au/editorial/details/new-375kw-porsche-911-gt3-unleashed-128580/
Motorsport News
Formula 1
Drive to Survive Season 3 Premieres March 19
Vettel sells his Ferrari road cars:
https://www.topgear.com/car-news/formula-one/sebastian-vettel-selling-glorious-set-road-cars#1
Haas facing uphill PR battle:
https://www.planetf1.com/news/haas-social-media-nikita-mazepin/
Albert Park updates
https://www.speedcafe.com/2021/02/17/albert-park-modifications-beginning-next-week/
Supercars
Possible Showers for Season Opener:
https://www.speedcafe.com/2021/02/21/possible-showers-for-supercars-season-opener/
Aerotweaks for Commodores in the field:
https://www.speedcafe.com/2021/02/21/why-supercars-has-given-commodore-aero-tweak/
Local News
EV’s/Hybrid’s
MG HS PHEV arrives in March:
https://www.carsales.com.au/editorial/details/mg-hs-phev-here-next-month-128619/
Next-generation Honda HR-V revealed with Hybrid:
https://www.caradvice.com.au/926150/2021-honda-hr-v-officially-unveiled-australian-launch-confirmed/
ICE
New Generation Subaru BRZ to launch in the second half of 2021:
https://www.carsales.com.au/editorial/details/new-subaru-brz-launch-locked-in-128620/
New Generation Subaru WRX and STI confirmed:
https://performancedrive.com.au/next-gen-2022-subaru-wrx-confirmed-for-australia-1900/
2021 Mitsubishi Outlander revealed:
https://www.whichcar.com.au/car-news/2022-mitsubishi-outlander-revealed
2021 Skoda Octavia Price and Specs:
https://www.caradvice.com.au/925432/2021-skoda-octavia-price-and-specs-fourth-gen-sedan-and-wagon-lob-with-style-tech-and-price-increases/
2022 Nissan Qashqai revealed, arriving next year:
https://www.whichcar.com.au/news/2022-nissan-qashqai-revealed
Ford reveals limited-edition Ranger Tradie:
https://www.carsales.com.au/editorial/details/limited-edition-ford-ranger-tradie-released-128599/
International News
Maserati teases smaller SUV:
https://www.carsales.com.au/editorial/details/smaller-maserati-suv-teased-again-128622/
Audi says A1 might not survive, but A2 and R8 EVs possible:
https://www.topgear.com/car-news/audi-boss-says-a1-might-not-survive-a2-and-r8-evs-possible
Semiconductor Shortage Halt Productions:
https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a35567273/semiconductor-shortage-halting-production/
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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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Major News
2022 Chevrolet Corvette in RHD spotted testing:
https://www.caradvice.com.au/924458/2022-chevrolet-corvette-spotted-testing-in-right-hand-drive/
Mercedes-Benz C-Class to ditch six and eight-cylinder engines:
https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1131269_next-mercedes-benz-c-class-to-come-exclusively-with-4-cylinder-engines-including-amgs
Apple Car talks with Hyundai stall:
https://www.whichcar.com.au/car-news/apple-car-not-dead-yet
Volkswagen signs deal with Microsoft for autonomous driving tech:
https://www.slashgear.com/vw-and-microsoft-are-building-an-autonomous-car-platform-with-azure-at-its-heart-11658892/
Chrysler to become an EV brand in Aus?
https://www.caradvice.com.au/924160/chrysler-gets-stay-of-execution-under-stellantis/
Melbourne-based company to launch battery recycling program:
https://www.whichcar.com.au/car-news/injectronics-launches-hybrid-battery-exchange-program
Motorsport News
Formula 1
Fernando Alonso suffers injuries whilst cycling:
https://www.autosport.com/f1/news/155003/alonso-undergoes-surgery-for-jaw-fracture
F1 teams agree on engine freeze plan in 2022:
https://www.autosport.com/f1/news/154995/f1-teams-approve-engine-freeze-plan-for-2022
F1 teams offer broad support for new qualifying format with Saturday sprint races:
https://www.formula1.com/en/latest/article.broad-support-from-f1-teams-for-new-sprint-race-format-at-some-races.7o0u5or8wIxY62OgYYjtcY.html
Supercars
Winton pre-season test has been postponed with new dates proposed:
https://www.speedcafe.com/2021/02/12/supercars-books-further-winton-back-up-dates/
General Motorsport
TCR Round 2 delayed:
https://www.speedcafe.com/2021/02/12/lockdown-halts-shared-tcr-asbk-event/
No forest rally in ARC:
https://www.speedcafe.com/2021/02/09/queensland-replaces-wa-on-arc-calendar/
NASCAR not expecting any new OEMs without hybrid transition:
https://www.autosport.com/nascar/news/155030/nascar-doesnt-expect-new-oems-without-hybrid-moveIndycar at Pikes Peak:
https://www.roadandtrack.com/news/a35491681/jr-hildebrand-pikes-peak-hill-climb-in-an-indycar/
Local News
EV’s/Hybrid’s
Audi E-Tron GT launched and coming to Aus:
https://www.caradvice.com.au/922940/2021-audi-e-tron-gt-launched-due-in-australia-in-the-second-half-of-this-year/Toyota Mirai hydrogen fleet arrives in Australia:
https://www.drive.com.au/news/toyota-mirai-hydrogen-fleet-arrives-in-australia-race-is-on-with-hyundai-nexo-125094
ICE
Kia will debut the new logo on incoming Kia Cerato:
https://www.drive.com.au/news/new-kia-logo-to-make-its-australian-debut-on-the-cerato-marking-new-company-direction-125117
Prototype HSV GTSR W1 to be auctioned:
https://www.drive.com.au/news/prototype-hsv-gtsr-w1-to-be-auctioned-500-000-expected-125110?trackLink=articleResults11
McLaren 765LT debuts in Aus, priced from $609,650:
https://performancedrive.com.au/mclaren-765lt-debuts-in-australia-priced-from-609650-1012/
International News
2021 Porsche Taycan breaks electric vehicle records:
https://www.thedrive.com/news/38986/porsche-taycan-breaks-13-speed-and-endurance-ev-records-including-1000-km-track-runElectric Chevrolet Corvette due in 2024:
https://carbuzz.com/news/theres-more-news-about-the-c8-corvette-hybrid
2022 Ford F-150 Raptor launches onto the dirt:
https://www.topgear.com/car-news/truck/woah-its-new-ford-f-150-raptor
Roush presents the most powerful Mustang ever with 775bhp:
https://www.topgear.com/car-news/modified/roush-reveals-most-powerful-ever-mustang-775bhp
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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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Major News
Australian Federal Government rules out EV subsidies for private buyers:
https://www.caradvice.com.au/921607/federal-government-rules-out-electric-vehicle-subsidies-for-private-buyers-industry-reacts/
Apple and Hyundai/Kia work apparently paused:
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2021-02-05/apple-talks-with-hyundai-kia-on-electric-car-paused-recently
Kia shows off new Niro EV vehicle at Australian Open:
https://ausopen.com/articles/news/kia-celebrates-20-years-australian-open-new-brand-reveal
Audi E-Tron GT leaked photos:
https://www.whichcar.com.au/car-news/2021-audi-e-tron-gt-electric-car-revealed-in-leaked-images
Elon Musk admits Tesla quality controls and their recent improvements:
https://www.whichcar.com.au/car-news/elon-musk-admits-tesla-quality-control-issues
Motorsport News
Formula 1
Russian International Sports ban impact in F1?
https://www.speedcafe.com/2021/02/07/how-russias-doping-ban-will-impact-on-motorsport/
Supercars
Supercars adjust tyre and fuel rules for 2021:
https://www.speedcafe.com/2021/02/06/supercars-tweaks-tyre-and-fuel-rules-for-2021/
General
Ferrari elects to not enter IndyCar as engine supplier:
https://www.speedcafe.com/2021/02/06/ferrari-elects-against-indycar-involvement/
Local News
BMW Australia increases price again:
https://www.chasingcars.com.au/news/new-car-prices/bmw-australia-hikes-up-prices-for-the-second-time-this-year/
Volvo doubles sales compared to Jan last year:
https://autodeadline.com.au/Content/Volvo-Car/News-releases/Article/Volvo-Car-Australia-achieves-strong-start-to-2021-almost-doubling-January-sales/1061/1592/29507
2021 Nissan Qashqai coming February 18:
https://www.autoevolution.com/news/2021-nissan-qashqai-teaser-reveals-debut-date-and-possibly-rear-end-design-155583.html
2022 Nissan Pathfinder massive redesign:
https://www.whichcar.com.au/car-news/2022-nissan-pathfinder-design-inspiration
2022 Lexus IS F, LS F, LC F updates due in Nov 2021:
https://www.caradvice.com.au/921126/2022-lexus-is-f-ls-f-and-lc-f-due-in-november-2021-with-up-to-493kw-report/
Honda NSX no longer for sale:
https://www.chasingcars.com.au/news/car-industry/honda-nsx-officially-dead-in-australia-after-zero-sales-in-2020/
Recalls:
2011 - 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee models recalled:
https://www.caradvice.com.au/921297/2011-2013-jeep-grand-cherokee-recalled-with-fuel-pump-fault/
2014 - 2020 Hyundai Tucson recalled:
https://www.caradvice.com.au/921585/2014-2020-hyundai-tucson-recalled-93000-vehicles-affected-for-fire-risk/
Latest ANCAP Ratings:
https://www.ancap.com.au/
NEW: MG ZS EV
https://www.ancap.com.au/safety-ratings/mg/zs-ev/aed04c
International News
2021 Porsche 911 GT3 design teased:
https://www.thesupercarblog.com/2021-porsche-911-gt3-teased-could-be-unveiled-on-feb-16/
Insanity, 1300bhp Rezvani Hercules 6x6:
https://www.topgear.com/car-news/truck/watch-out-its-1300bhp-bulletproof-rezvani-hercules-6x6
Fun:
Justin Bieber’s Custom Rolls-Royce Wraith:
https://www.motor1.com/news/486245/justin-bieber-rolls-royce-sighting/
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Holden is back in the record books, and a lot of organisational shuffles happening.
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Major News
Holden vehicles set records at auctions:
https://www.caradvice.com.au/920002/last-holden-commodore-sells-for-750000-but-final-car-to-roll-off-the-production-line-remains-in-museum/
https://www.caradvice.com.au/920012/hsv-gtsr-w1-maloo-sells-for-1-05-million-new-auction-record-for-an-australian-made-car/
Renault to continue being sold in Aus, with new distributors:
https://www.carsales.com.au/editorial/details/renault-takeover-expected-in-australia-128342/
Audi and VW to combine operations in Aus:
https://autotalk.com.au/industry-news/volkswagen-and-audi-merge-australian-operations
New Tesla refreshes Model S and X:
https://insideevs.com/news/483013/tesla-model-s-x-refresh-features-revealed/
Google announces new AI feature for EV routing:
https://www.theverge.com/2021/1/27/22252261/google-maps-electric-vehicle-charging-station-ai
GM going All-Electric by 2035:
https://www.nbcnews.com/business/autos/gm-go-all-electric-2035-phase-out-gas-diesel-engines-n1256055
US Government going Electric:
https://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-biden-autos/biden-vows-to-replace-u-s-government-fleet-with-electric-vehicles-idUSKBN29U2LW
SSC Tuatara is fast, but not “that” fast:
https://www.motortrend.com/news/ssc-tuatara-supercar-fastest-car-world-top-speed-record/
Motorsport News
Formula 1
Supercars
Supercheap Auto signs with Triple 8:
https://www.speedcafe.com/2021/01/28/supercheap-auto-signs-on-with-triple-eight/
General
GMC Hummer EV teams up with Extreme E:
https://media.gmc.com/media/us/en/gmc/home.detail.html/content/Pages/news/us/en/2021/jan/0126-hummer.html
Jenson Button enters Extreme E:
https://www.motorsport.com/extreme-e/news/jenson-button-team-owner-jbxe/5188227
Toby price given Aus Day Award Honour:
https://www.speedcafe.com/2021/01/26/price-receives-australia-day-honour/
Local News
EV’s
Lexus Hybrid sales milestone:
https://lexus.pressroom.com.au/press_release_detail.asp?clientID=3&prID=45717&navSectionID=2
ICE
Peugeot 3008 and 5008 gets facelifted:
https://www.whichcar.com.au/car-news/2021-peugeot-3008
2021 BMW M5 CS coming to Australia:
https://performancedrive.com.au/bmw-m5-cs-revealed-most-powerful-ever-confirmed-for-australia-2719/
2021 Kona N Line on sale now:
https://performancedrive.com.au/2021-hyundai-kona-on-sale-in-australia-adds-sporty-n-line-variant-2916/
Mini Cooper facelift coming soon:
https://www.bmwblog.com/2021/01/29/2021-mini-cooper-facelift-video/
Maserati range updated:
https://www.carsales.com.au/editorial/details/maserati-revamps-its-entire-range-128325/
International News
Jaguar C Type Continuation:
https://www.autox.com/news/car-news/jaguar-classic-to-build-eight-examples-of-new-c-type-continuation-cars-108964/
Stunning Speedback GT:
https://newspressuk.com/publicReleaseView/96194/52655/am9lbEBqb2Vsc3RyaWNrbGFuZC5jb20uYXVFbWFpbEhhc2g=?token=UwHcLXsRAIevElc69sDx
VW ID4 goes on sale in the UK:
https://newspressuk.com/publicReleaseView/96186/52655/am9lbEBqb2Vsc3RyaWNrbGFuZC5jb20uYXVFbWFpbEhhc2g=?token=1W9oG4v9NJc0ALuSIpn2
Fun:
Ken Block has announced he has parted with Ford - Which Brand should he target next?
Lego Kit: Porsche 911 Targa Turbo
https://www.autoblog.com/2021/01/28/lego-vintage-porsche-911-targa-turbo/#slide-2292145
Ferrari 550 based Breadvan Hommage
https://www.topgear.com/car-news/retro/revealed-one-ferrari-550-based-breadvan-hommage
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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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Motorsport News
Formula 1
Red Bull confirms Honda engine supply, minus factory support for 2022 onwards:
https://www.autoweek.com/racing/formula-1/a35292717/red-bull-racing-gets-its-f1-engine-deal-for-2022-and-beyond
Jenson Button rejoins Williams in a support role:
https://www.motorsport.com/f1/news/jenson-button-williams-move-analysis/5162207/
Livery and Aus GP
https://www.speedcafe.com/2021/01/12/australian-grand-prix-gets-revised-date/
Supercars
Push to pass coming to make the series more competitive?
https://www.speedcafe.com/2021/01/23/winterbottom-backs-push-to-pass-introduction-for-supercars/ & https://www.speedcafe.com/2021/01/23/percat-paddles-would-probably-kill-my-love-for-supercars/
Kayo streaming opening round at Bathurst free & Larkham returns to supercars broadcast team:
https://www.speedcafe.com/2021/01/25/kayo-confirms-free-live-stream-of-mt-panorama-500/
Supercars Season line up complete:
https://www.speedcafe.com/2021/01/19/supercars-grid-finalised-for-2021/
Sandown to replace delayed Aus GP:
https://www.speedcafe.com/2021/01/20/two-day-supercars-sprint-round-for-sandown/
General
It’s been a great week for women in motorsport:
https://jalopnik.com/its-been-a-damn-good-week-for-women-in-motorsport-1846116942
Peterhansel wins Dakar
https://www.speedcafe.com/2021/01/15/peterhansel-becomes-14-time-dakar-winner/
Toyota releases new Hybrid Hypercar
https://www.speedcafe.com/2021/01/15/toyota-gazoo-racing-launches-new-hypercar/
TCR series has a new sponsor
https://www.speedcafe.com/2021/01/14/supercheap-auto-inks-tcr-australia-naming-rights-deal/
Local News
EV’s
2021 Jeep 4xE coming to Aus:
https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/2021-jeep-grand-cherokee-4xe-locked-in-diesel-axing-to-lead-to-australia-getting-plug-in
2021 Hyundai Kona EV joins the NSW Police Force for 12-months:
https://www.whichcar.com.au/car-news/hyundai-kona-ev-joins-nsw-police
2021 Honda HRV to go Hybrid:
https://practicalmotoring.com.au/car-news/new-2021-honda-hr-v-hybrid-teased/
Toyota Land Cruiser 70 Series goes electric:
https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/toyota-land-cruiser-70-series-finally-goes-electric-is-this-zero-emissions-powertrain-the
Bentley Bentayga Hybrid previewed:
https://www.motortrend.com/news/2021-bentley-bentayga-hybrid-first-look-review/
ICE
2021 Kia Stonic lands in Aus:
https://www.whichcar.com.au/car-news/2021-kia-stonic-price-and-features
Honda revamps Odyssey:
https://www.goauto.com.au/new-models/honda/odyssey/honda-revamps-odyssey-people-carrier-for-2021/2021-01-19/84373.html
Lexus updates the LS:
https://www.motoring.com.au/lexus-ls-raises-the-bar-128167/
Porsche reveals the 25th Anniversary Edition Boxster
https://www.porsche.com/usa/models/718/718-models/boxster-25-years/
Mazda updates Mazda 6:
https://www.caradvice.com.au/915176/2021-mazda-6-price-and-specs-sporty-gt-sp-variant-joins-line-up/
New Subaru Outback
https://www.whichcar.com.au/car-news/2021-subaru-outback-pricing-and-specification
New Kia Carnival
https://www.kia.com/au/cars/carnival/features.html
2021 Nissan Navara pricing:
https://www.whichcar.com.au/news/2021-nissan-navara-revealed
2021 Hyundai Santa Fe:
https://www.carsguide.com.au/hyundai/santa-fe/2021
Could this HSV sell for over $1 million:
https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/this-hsv-gtsr-w1-maloo-could-be-a-million-dollar-ute-ultra-rare-v8-monster-up-for-auction
International News
Hyundai Santa Cruz pick-up testing:
https://jalopnik.com/this-hyundai-santa-cruz-test-mule-gives-us-hope-that-hy-1846088432
Volkswagen ends Golf production in US:
https://www.slashgear.com/vw-golf-production-ends-for-us-heres-what-comes-next-20656092/
Nissan shows off EV van concept:
https://newspressuk.com/publicReleaseView/96094/52562/am9lbEBqb2Vsc3RyaWNrbGFuZC5jb20uYXVFbWFpbEhhc2g=?token=OhYZG7m1KRacFx2QEyxs
Could there be a new Delorean?
https://www.autoblog.com/2021/01/22/italdesign-new-delorean-image-dmc-12-anniversary/
Cadillac Blackwing has its order books opened:
https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a35282278/2022-cadillac-v-series-blackwing-reservations/
Singer shows off off-road Porsche 911:
https://www.gearpatrol.com/cars/g35129682/singer-has-created-the-coolest-off-road-porsche-911-weve-ever-seen/
Fun:
Corvette to Forza Horizon 4:
https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a35181556/chevy-corvette-forza-horizon-4-revealed/
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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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Here's the Buick ad we discussed: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CPi9bIwBcPg
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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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Motorsport News
Porsche Announces 2021 Carrera Cup calendar: https://press.au.porsche.com/prod/presse_pag/PressResources.nsf/Content?ReadForm&languageversionid=1161865&view=1
New 2022 Carrera Cup car released: https://email.5x5.com.au/t/ViewEmail/r/7FD98EC8C5E655712540EF23F30FEDED/0B38CF4AEDA878B4DCCB6820C4466A74
Montoya to Indy 500 with McLaren: https://www.speedcafe.com/2020/12/10/montoya-reunites-with-mclaren-for-indy-500-return/
2021 F1 Entry list surfaces: https://joesaward.wordpress.com/2020/12/12/the-f1-entry-list-for-2021/
GT Aus gets a new name: https://www.speedcafe.com/2020/12/10/gt-world-challenge-australia-joins-bathurst-6-hour-support-line-up/
Molly off to Formula Extreme: https://www.speedcafe.com/2020/12/09/taylor-joins-f1-champion-rosbergs-extreme-e-team/
Local News
Holden Heritage Collection to go on Display around Aus: https://www.carsales.com.au/editorial/details/holdens-heritage-cars-to-go-on-display-127675/
2021 Hyundai Palisade confirmed for Australia: https://www.whichcar.com.au/car-news/hyundai-palisade-pricing-and-specifications
BMW Aus confirms X7 Dark Shadow Edition: https://www.caradvice.com.au/868604/2021-bmw-x7-dark-shadow-edition-revealed/
2021 Nissan Qashqai interior teased: https://www.caradvice.com.au/907183/2021-nissan-qashqai-interior-teased-small-suv-to-score-big-tech-upgrade/
2021 Mazda MX-30 arriving in Q4, 2021: https://www.caradvice.com.au/906986/2021-mazda-mx-30-coming-to-australia-electric-and-mild-hybrid-small-suvs-confirmed/
2021 Kia Stinger pricing, tweaks and kit: https://www.whichcar.com.au/car-news/2021-kia-stinger-pricing-and-features
Porsche to celebrate 70 years in Australia with events and exclusive model: https://www.caradvice.com.au/907556/porsche-australia-to-unveil-70th-anniversary-special-edition-in-2021/
Lexus reveals Direct 4 Next-Gen Electric Drive Control: https://www.hotcars.com/lexus-reveals-its-direct4-next-generation-electric-tech/
New online Auction site Meccanista:
Meccanista.com.au
QUICK RUNDOWN of Headlines and Details:
Jaguar F-Type Heritage 60 Edition: https://www.jaguar.com/about-jaguar/special-vehicle-operations/f-type-heritage-60-edition.html
Genesis GV70 debuts online: https://www.caradvice.com.au/907307/2021-genesis-gv70-detailed-turbocharged-engines-advanced-safety-confirmed-for-luxury-suv/
Audi e-tron GT enters production: https://www.quattrodaily.com/audi-e-tron-gt-enters-production-at-neckarsulm-plant/
Online reservations for the BMW iX opens up: https://performancedrive.com.au/online-reservations-for-bmw-ix-now-open-in-australia-1314/
2021 Volkswagen Touareg V8 priced from $136,490: https://www.carsales.com.au/editorial/details/volkswagen-touareg-v8-flagship-priced-124967/
Isuzu MU-X hit sales milestone of 50,000 in Aus: https://www.isuzuute.com.au/about/news/isuzu-mu-x-popular-7-seater-finds-50000-homes-in-australia
Subaru WRX STI sales hit 10,000: https://performancedrive.com.au/subaru-wrx-sti-sales-hit-10000-milestone-in-australia-1112/
International News
2021 Ford F-150 Tremor: https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a34892756/2021-ford-f-150-tremor-revealed/
GMC kicks off Winter Testing of HUMMER EV: https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a34905254/gmc-hummer-ev-prototype-testing/
Fun
The 2021 Gymkhana video goes live:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=32I0Qso4sDg&%3Bfeature=emb_title
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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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Motorsport News:
BMW and Audi to leave Formula E: https://www.speedcafe.com/2020/12/03/bmw-joins-audi-in-announcing-formula-e-exit/
Supercars: https://www.speedcafe.com/2020/12/03/supercars-reveals-long-awaited-2021-calendar/
Fanatec and BMW release a new GT3 wheel: https://bmw.fanatec.com/
New Gymkhana Film: https://www.facebook.com/157849807569393/posts/3711873385500333/
VW terminates their motorsport activities: https://www.speedcafe.com/2020/12/02/volkswagen-terminates-motorsport-activities/
Local News
VW Passat sedan and Arteon to be replaced: https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/volkswagen-passat-sedan-and-arteon-to-be-axed-new-electric-car-to-effectively-replace-slow
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV and Petrol in Japan: https://www.automotiveworld.com/news-releases/mitsubishi-eclipse-cross-phev-and-gasoline-options-now-available-in-japan/
Hyundai to launch a dedicated EV platform: https://www.reuters.com/article/us-hyundai-motor-electric/hyundai-motor-to-launch-dedicated-ev-platform-in-major-push-into-electric-cars-idUSKBN28C0EI
Updated Toyota Supra: https://www.carscoops.com/2020/12/2021-toyota-supra-launched-in-australia-with-more-power-improved-performance/
Volkswagen Amarok W580 sold out: https://www.caradvice.com.au/905953/volkswagen-amarok-w580-first-batch-sold-out-in-five-minutes/
2023 VW Amarok: https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/2023-volkswagen-amarok-detailed-ford-ranger-relative-being-shaped-in-australia-81691
Subaru Outback Details Emerging: https://www.whichcar.com.au/car-news/2021-subaru-outback
Landcruiser model shakeup? https://www.whichcar.com.au/car-news/toyota-trademarks-landcruiser-sahara-zx
Subaru Liberty Final Farewell: https://www.whichcar.com.au/car-news/subaru-sends-off-liberty-with-final-edition
International News
Widebody Duster: https://jalopnik.com/this-widebody-duster-has-shaken-something-loose-inside-1845775189
What does a capsized car transport ship look like? https://jalopnik.com/a-chain-just-cut-through-a-capsized-cargo-ship-filled-w-1845784581
Mini Develops EV concept for JCW models: https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/united-kingdom/article/detail/T0321641EN_GB/mini-develops-concepts-for-electric-john-cooper-works-models
Fun
New Week New Lego Set: https://www.lego.com/en-us/aboutus/news/2020/december/technic-jeep-wrangler-rubicon
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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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Local News
GR Yaris Pricing: https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/2021-toyota-yaris-gr-rallye-pricing-and-specs-detailed-big-cost-for-baby-hot-hatch-as
BMW working on an M3/M4 CSL? https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/is-bmw-working-on-a-new-m3-csl-81655
BMW M2 spy photos: https://www.autoblog.com/2020/11/24/2022-bmw-m2-spy-photos/
Ford Ranger Wildtrak X Returns to Aus: https://www.carscoops.com/2020/11/off-road-focused-ford-ranger-wildtrak-x-returns-to-australia-for-2021/
Genesis G70 shooting brake: https://www.caradvice.com.au/904129/2022-genesis-g70-shooting-brake-wagon-spied-testing-australian-arm-keen/
International News
2021 DeLorean DMC 12 Envisioned: https://performancedrive.com.au/2021-delorean-dmc-12-envisioned-pure-perfection-2600/
Pandem Rocket Bunny Kit for the C8 Corvette: https://www.autoblog.com/2020/11/24/chevy-c8-corvette-rocket-bunny-pandem-sema/
Porsche Taycan Drift Record: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_LFqR7jAulA
Project Rekall Maserati: https://www.autoblog.com/2020/11/23/maserati-shamal-restomod-mc20-snow/
Fun
New Week New Lego Set: https://www.lego.com/en-au/product/ferrari-488-gte-af-corse-51-42125
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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 floor. The new 2021 Subaru BRZ is finally officially revealed!
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South Australia proposes a new EV tax, hot on the heels of MG announcing Australia's cheapest EV.
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Motorsport News
2021 Formula 1 Calendar has been announced:
https://www.formula1.com/en/latest/article.formula-1-announces-provisional-23-race-calendar-for-2021.2Dgw83ieWq48p0ZjmcGRnX.htmlLocal News
South Australia proposes EV Tax:
https://thedriven.io/2020/11/12/south-australias-proposed-electric-vehicle-tax-faces-defeat-in-parliamentAustralia’s cheapest EV:
https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/2022-mg-zs-ev-detailed-australias-cheapest-electric-car-to-get-more-variants-81472Toyota GR Yaris Rallye pricing:
https://www.caradvice.com.au/900747/2021-toyota-gr-yaris-rallye-pricing-announced-53900-drive-away2022 X-Trail to have e-Power hybrid (and more models from Europe):
https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/look-out-toyota-rav4-hybrid-2022-nissan-x-trail-e-power-to-debut-next-year-with-new-qashqaiMG to introduce Kia Carnival rival when time is right:
https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/mg-to-introduce-kia-carnival-rival-when-the-time-is-right-81521Australia definitely getting the new BRZ:
https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/subaru-brz-confirmed-for-australia-in-2021-the-truth-about-america-only-performance-carInternational News
BMW showcases IX EV:
https://www.topgear.com/car-news/electric/your-nine-point-guide-new-all-electric-bmw-ixFord E-Transit:
https://www.topgear.com/car-news/electric/ford-e-transit-you-guessed-it-all-electric-transitSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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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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The insane Bugatti Bolide arrives, RAM to build an electric pick-up truck, and Mini to focus on electrification.
Articles of note below.
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Motorsport
Newgard wins GP of St. Petersburg:
https://racer.com/2020/10/25/newgarden-storms-to-st-pete-win-but-dixon-takes-title/2021 Calendar Uncertain for Supercars, Kia rules out Supercars:
https://www.speedcafe.com/2020/10/30/circuits-uncertain-on-2021-supercars-calendar/Triple Eight told to leave QLD:
https://www.speedcafe.com/2020/10/27/whincup-triple-eight-staff-instructed-to-leave-queensland/Extreme E Liveries and calendar:
https://racer.com/2020/10/28/extreme-e-reveals-team-liveries-updated-calendar-via-virtual-launch/Local News
Mini to focus on electrification, at least two new crossover models, primarily for China:
https://www.motor1.com/news/451412/mini-launch-two-electric-crossovers/Updated 2021 Jaguar E-Pace revealed:
https://www.caradvice.com.au/896505/2021-jaguar-e-pace-price-and-specs-diesel-dropped-as-range-slimmed/Genesis GV70 SUV and G80 detailed revealed:
https://www.whichcar.com.au/car-news/2021-genesis-gv70-revealed
https://www.whichcar.com.au/car-news/2021-genesis-g80-price-and-featuresNew 2021 Peugeot 2008 SUV:
https://www.caradvice.com.au/896901/2021-peugeot-2008-price-and-specs-more-money-for-the-small-french-suv/Ford Escape ST coming:
https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/2022-ford-escape-st-a-fantastic-idea-new-high-performance-volkswagen-tiguan-r-and-hyundaiHyundai to replace Fastback with Sedan for i30 N?
https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/2021-hyundai-i30-n-range-detailed-sedan-to-replace-fastback-in-volkswagen-golf-gti-and-ford2022 Isuzu MU-X:
https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/2022-isuzu-mu-x-detailed-new-d-max-based-suv-gets-ready-to-rumble-mitsubishi-pajero-sportQUICK RUNDOWN of Headlines and Details:
VW Touareg Wolfsburg Edition - $119,990, V6 diesel 200 examples, V8 Diesel $139,990, 100 examples:
https://www.motoring.com.au/volkswagen-touareg-wolfsburg-edition-confirmed-126996/More battery capacity for the Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid, 17.9kWh vs 14.1kWh:
https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a34496351/2021-porsche-cayenne-e-hybrid-battery-capacities/Nissan Qashqai Midnight Edition:
https://www.nissan.com.au/about-nissan/news-and-events/news/2020/Oct/nissan-s-dark-knight-rises-midnight-edition-delivers-unique-style-presence-and-personality-to-the-nissan-qashqai.htmlWin a Patriot Camper by buying Jeep Accessories:
https://www.whichcar.com.au/news/win-patriot-x3-camper-trailerThis is the Toyota Rav4 I’d like:
https://www.carsales.com.au/editorial/details/mitsuoka-buddy-is-retro-rebodied-toyota-rav4-127062/International News:
Bugatti Bolide - track focussed:
https://edition.cnn.com/2020/10/28/success/bugatti-bolide-hypercar/index.htmlBespoke 2020 Rolls-Royce Earth Wraith inspired by Earth:
https://www.conceptcarz.com/z31109/Rolls-Royce-Earth-Wraith.aspxGM Delivers First Infantry Squad Vehicle to US Army:
https://www.gmdefensellc.com/site/us/en/gm-defense/home/news/2020/gm-defense-delivers-first-infantry-squad-vehicle-to-us-army.htmlKia also accelerating the development of combat vehicles using a military standard platform:
https://www.motortrend.com/news/kia-new-military-vehicle-atv/Ford to reveal E-Transit, zero-emission, all-electric:
https://www.theverge.com/2020/10/29/21539977/ford-e-transit-electric-delivery-van-announcement-dateRAM will offer an electric pick-up truck:
https://www.freep.com/story/money/cars/chrysler/2020/10/28/ram-electric-pickup-fiat-chrysler/6053372002/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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