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Are Sedans & Coupes Going Out of Style?

In 2019, SUVs grabbed a market share of around 70% compared to 36.4% in 2018, which showed the increasing demand for SUVs. On the other hand, the sales of sedans have dropped drastically over the years, from 39% in 2009 to 22% in 2019. Hence, the question on hand is on point – are sedans and coupes going out of style?

Oct 23rd, 2020

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Advantages & Disadvantages Of Bringing Your Own Auto Parts To A Mechanic

Are you allowed to bring your auto parts to a mechanic? While there is no formal rule that forbids you from doing it, some mechanics might not be so keen on customers bringing their own parts. In some ways, it's a good idea. But it could also pose some risks or result to nothing but a waste of money at the very least. In this article, we're going to look at the wisdom (or lack of it) of bringing your auto parts to a mechanic. Let’s take a closer look at each of these pros and cons.

Oct 08th, 2020

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6 Levels of Car Automation and What Level is Legal in Australia

Self-driving vehicles could be more effective at avoiding collisions and other accidents than most human drivers. Unlike humans with relatively slow reaction times, an automated car could detect danger and adjust much quicker to avoid it. Still, that involves placing a lot of trust in computer systems that have yet to be fully-developed or tested sufficiently. Are we ready for fully autonomous vehicles?

Sep 25th, 2020

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What Are Supercars & Are They Street-Legal in Australia?

Some cars are so powerful that it’s not even clear if they’re street-legal. That’s one of the dilemmas that many supercar enthusiasts have had to struggle with over the years. For instance, cars like the Lamborghini Sesto Elemento, which can sprint from 0-97 km/hr in 2.5s has been banned in many countries.

Sep 17th, 2020

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What Happens to End-of-Life Electric Vehicle Batteries?

While EVs seem like an ideal alternative to petrol and diesel vehicles, they bring about a new problem to the environment – how to dispose of end-of-life EV batteries. Most used EV batteries still retain 70% of their original capacity which can easily be recycled for other purposes after they have been dismantled, rebuilt, and repackaged.

Sep 14th, 2020

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Turbocharger or Supercharger: Which One Should I Buy?

A combustion engine requires fuel and air to produce power, and a quick way to increase your power's output is to get the engine to suck in more air. That's where turbo and superchargers come into play. How do they work, how they differ, and which one is better – this article answers these questions.

Sep 09th, 2020

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Classic Car Restoration: Advice for Beginners

Restoring a classic car is a labour of love, requiring time, patience, skills, and money. An average classic car restoration project could cost anywhere between $25,000 and $70,000. The process becomes a rewarding experience when you stand back and admire your handiwork, show it at an exhibit, or even sell it for a profit.

Sep 08th, 2020

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What Makes Toyota Supras So Fast?

Two years ago, a 1994 Toyota Supra sold for $121,000 in the US market. That model year has also earned the moniker 'illegal Supra', but has that negatively affected its popularity? Obviously not! What's so special about Toyota Supras then? Let's find out!

Aug 27th, 2020

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Vehicle to Grid Trials Bring the V2G Technology Closer to Reality in Australia

The future of sustainable energy is looking good. We're looking at the almost-real possibility of a world where our automobiles not only serve as modes of transport but also a provider of power to the grid. The tech world calls it vehicle-to-grid (V2G) charging, where the EV returns electricity to the power grid.

Aug 06th, 2020

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FCAI Adopts Voluntary C02 Emission Standards as Government Lags Behind

Unlike the 14 countries who have led in the banning of fossil fuel vehicles, the Australian government slacks in adopting stricter emission standards to help protect the planet from the dire effects of climate change. Deciding to rise to the challenge, the FCAI leads the car industry in initiating a voluntary CO2 emission standard, and about time, too.

Aug 04th, 2020

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SAE-Australasia Pushes for Specialist EV Manufacturing in the Country

According to the SAE-A, this idea is along the lines of 1998 and 2000 aXcess concept cars. Back then, talented Aussie engineers, designers, and component manufacturers built aXcess cars to demonstrate homegrown talent to global car companies. The initial models, a four-door powered by an Orbital two-stroke engine and an onboard generator-powered low-emission hybrid, piqued the interest of many. They even generated roughly $1.25 billion in export sales for Australian manufacturers!

Jul 28th, 2020

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Government Extends Instant Asset Write Off (IAWO) Until December 2020

Well, here's some much needed good news for tradespeople and small business owners. The Australian Government's Instant Asset Write-Off (IAWO) has been extended until the 31st of December! As you may have read in our previous article, the initial deadline was set at the end of June. Now, that's been pushed back by another six months.

Jun 18th, 2020

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New Warning Issued: Rectify Cars with Faulty Takata Airbags Now or Risk Life and Registration

As per the latest Takata recall initiated by car manufacturers, owners of the affected vehicles who fail to heed the warning will put to risk not only their lives, but also their vehicle’s registration.

Jun 16th, 2020

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Road Safety Experts Call for Nationwide Eye-Testing

Imagine that you're driving one evening and a police officer pulls you over. They chat you up for a bit, asking to see your identification and about where you're heading. Then, you see one of them pull out a device. Like most people, you'd probably assume that it's a breathalyser, used to find out if you're driving under the influence of alcohol. Instead, you discover that the cop is going to use this device to test your eyesight. A little unusual, isn't it?

Jun 15th, 2020

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Is Diesel Going Out of Style?

Petrol and diesel engine vehicles still form the bulk of what Australians are driving. As a matter of fact, plenty of carmakers still produced turbo-diesel versions of their passenger cars and SUVs just a few years back. These vehicles suffered no shortage of buyers, thanks to their high torque and excellent fuel efficiency.

Jun 11th, 2020