We publish a lot of car news during the work week and it can be difficult to keep everything up to date – that’s the underlying reason behind this weekend’s list.
In short, this is some The main articles from our newsstand as of this Monday have been summarized, in case you missed them at the time.
Prefer a 245kW Golf?
Hello the most powerful production Volkswagen Golf ever. Volkswagen has revealed the 2023 Golf R 20 Years, the 20th anniversary of the R nameplate.
A Volkswagen spokesman confirmed Golf R 20 years coming to Australia. It is set to arrive in the third quarter of 2022.
It will be available for around 12 months, with more details on pricing and standard specs set to be revealed closer to its launch in Australia.
FULL STORY: 2023 Volkswagen Golf R 20 years revealed, confirmed for Australia
Renault’s electrification plans in Australia
Ateco, the importer of Renault Australia has further detailed plan to sell Megane E-Tech’s electric car tells us this week that the first deliveries are expected near the end of 2023.
The luxury small crossover (only 4210mm long) will expand Renault Australia’s range of electric vehicles (EVs), with the Kangoo E-Tech electric van on the way. come here early 2023.
Renault Megane E-Tech is the French brand’s answer to Kia Niro, Electric Hyundai Kona, MG ZS EV, Volkswagen ID.3, and many others. Of course, it would be shortcoming not to mention being bigger Tesla Model 3 and Model Y also.
FULL STORY: Renault Megane E-Tech EV for Australia from the end of 2023
Electric cars may be more expensive for a while
According to a report by the International Energy Agency (IEA), the current global situation means that it is not certain that electric vehicles will continue to get cheaper for the foreseeable future.
Its most updated Global EV Outlook Report 2022 said prices of raw materials commonly used in batteries such as cobalt, lithium and nickel have increased. Batteries are the most expensive part of an electric vehicle (EV), so a price increase is a natural conclusion to draw.
For example, lithium prices in May 2022 are seven times higher than in early 2021. There is “unprecedented” demand for EV batteries as global sales boom and a lack of structural investment is cited. leading to new supply possibilities, listed as driving factors.
FULL STORY: Energy agency warns electric vehicles could get more expensive as commodity prices rise
BMW recalls its base
BMW is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the M division with a host of new model launches, and the new M2 coupe could also appear as part of the celebration.
Camouflage M2 prototype has been spy test it’s been countless times, but BMW has just officially released a 36-second teaser video on its social media to announce the high-performance coupe is on its way.
However, it has yet to announce a reveal date. Like much of the trailer’s content, the video features a lot of hot people doing cool things and only a few fuzzy glimpses of the car itself.
FULL STORY: 2023 BMW M2 teased
A 2.3 million dollar plate? Wild
Shannons auctions regularly put up a bunch of classic cars going under the hammer, and the latest version is no exception.
But big news from the last Shannons Timed Online Auction ending May 24 involves a number plate.
Not just any plate, but one of 90 double-digit Victorian Heritage plates in circulation. Specifically, the plate numbered ’14’, sold for $ 2,275,500.
FULL STORY: Victorian license plate sold for nearly 2.3 million USD
Some Ford dealers chisel delivery costs
Ford Australia effectively encouraged the next generation forest ranger buyers to shop around due to some dealers charging high delivery fees.
The company said it neither set these fees nor suggested a fee amount, which has led its franchisees to charge as little as $903 and as much as $5,995, according to buyers. on social media.
A Ford Australia spokesperson said: “While dealer delivery fees are set independently by dealers, we would like to remind our customers that we have over 180 dealers nationwide and they are welcome to work with the dealer of their choice,” said a Ford Australia spokesperson.
FULL STORY: Ranger dealer delivers, Ford tells you to shop around
BMW Australia says no to dealers right now
BMW Group Australia says it has “no current plans” to move away from its franchised dealer sales channels to a Honda and Mercedes-Benz style ‘dealer’ model that will allow it to control More control over pricing and inventory.
That is although the company is moving towards a more direct-to-consumer business model across Europe, as reported earlier in the week.
The dealership model removes responsibility from licensed franchisees (separate public or private entities) and gives the auto company greater control over inventory and pricing.
FULL STORY: BMW Australia ‘has no current plans’ for dealership model transformation
Alfa craves Lexus quality
Alfa Romeo executives say the company is benchmarking Lexus when it comes to the build quality of new models, led by the Tonale compact SUV.
Despite being a star when it comes to design appeal, dynamism and a certain kind of brand signature, the products of the Italian brand not always considered the top of the pop-ups in the field.
“My quality standard is Lexus,” Alfa Romeo CEO Jean-Philippe Imparato said at a Tonale launch event, as reported by media in attendance. Automotive News.
FULL STORY: Alfa Romeo aims for Lexus quality level
CO2 mitigation plan needed, industry tells new PM
Australia’s senior body for car brands has used a shift in the federal government to once again call for clear CO2 emissions targets backed by penalties for non-compliance – as applicable in Europe.
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industry (FCAI) put the CO2 reduction plan on the agenda of the government of new Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. Both FCAI and various car brands – sponsoring the lobbying group mentioned – requested a long time ago the introduction of CO2 emission plans with teeth.
The argument behind such a policy is that it would force overseas factories that produce low- and zero-emission cars to send more cars to Australia, to avoid fines. Their absence has resulted in Australia being called “Landfills“For less efficient cars.
THAN: Car brands want Prime Minister Albanese to legislate on CO2 reduction program
India produces spiritual Grand Vitara successor
Mahindra’s first new Scorpio body-on-frame SUV in 20 years will go on sale alongside its predecessor and offer a choice of petrol and diesel engines.
The Indian automaker has released images and details of the new Scorpio-N, although many details are yet to be confirmed.
Mahindra says it will launch Scorpio-N in India on June 27, 2022. CarExpert understand that, unlike the old Scorpio, the new Scorpio-N will also likely to come to Australia.
FULL STORY: 2023 Mahindra Scorpio-N revealed, Australian sales likely this time
