Mike Costello
This week in car news: June 13-17, 2022
Here are some of the more interesting developments from the past week in Australian automotive news – in case you missed them.
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Mark Trueno
Millions of dollars worth of rare sports cars destroyed in workshop fire
Car lovers shield your eyes, the following pictures hurt.
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William Stopford
Tesla Model Y prices increased already, Model 3 too
Tesla Model Y prices are up by between $3400 and $3640, just a week after orders opened in Australia. Model 3 prices are up as well.
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Mike Costello
Toyota cuts June production, again
Toyota continues to downgrade its expected monthly production due to COVID and parts shortages. Here's the latest adjustment detailed.
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James Wong
2023 Subaru Forester coming late this year, prices up
Subaru Australia has detailed the MY23 Forester range, with minor spec changes and higher prices headlining the updates. It's on sale now.
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Jack Quick
Volkswagen ID. Buzz GTX confirmed to be in the works
You can't get a Multivan GTI, but Volkswagen plans to introduce a sporty GTX version of its ID. Buzz electric people mover.
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William Stopford
Ford Ranger Raptor sold out until 2023, with 4000 orders and counting
It costs almost $100,000, but that hasn't stopped 4000 customers from ordering the new Ford Ranger Raptor.
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Scott Collie
Tesla offering new Enhanced Autopilot option in Australia
Tesla buyers now have access to some of the features previously reserved for those who opted for Full Self-Driving, at around half the price.
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Jack Quick
Ferrari plans 15 new cars by 2026, including an EV
Ferrari's mid-term model plans include a hybrid successor to the LaFerrari, as well as its first EV, and first SUV, called the Purosangue.
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Scott Collie
Sony and Honda detail new EV joint venture
Honda and Sony have poured a combined 10 billion yen into a new EV and mobility-focused joint venture, dubbed Sony Honda Mobility Inc.
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Scott Collie
Honda Civic Type R teased taking on Nurburgring
The Honda Civic Type R has been put through its paces at the Nordschleife, likely in search of a new lap record for front-drive cars.
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William Stopford
2022 Ford Ranger, Everest: Over 19,000 orders, waits up to nine months
If you've been waiting to get your order in for a top-spec Ford Ranger or Everest, you could now be waiting until 2023 to get your hands on one.
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Scott Collie
BMW M3 Touring sets Nurburgring wagon lap record
The BMW M3 Touring's teaser campaign continues, but this time the brand has confirmed details about its blistering Nurburgring lap time.
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Scott Collie
Jeep: Entry-level electric SUV spied
Jeep's baby crossover will be around the size of the Renegade and offer an electric version, and is aimed at making inroads in the tough European market.
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Mike Costello
Volkswagen poised to eclipse Tesla as global EV leader, report claims
Tesla is the king of BEVs, but legacy challengers are lining up to take its crown. Bloomberg Intelligence has some interesting findings...
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Jack Quick
Haval H6 Hybrid, H6 GT earn five-star ANCAP safety score
ANCAP has extended its five-star safety rating for the GWM Haval H6 to include the H6 Hybrid and the upcoming H6 GT 'coupe SUV'.
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