Hyundai Australia recalls over 90,000 Tucsons for risk of engine catching fire
5 Feb 2021 – Hyundai Motor Company Australia has issued a recall notice for the 2015-2021 Tucson due to a manufacturing error that may lead to the engine catching fire.
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MTA Q&A with Professional Motorcycles and Mowers
5 Feb 2021 – Professional Motorcycles and Mowers in Atherton, North Qld, is a well-established business with an excellent reputation for quality workmanship and attention to customer satisfaction. Owner Bruce McRobb took the time to chat about his business with Motor Trader.
Mercedes-Benz Launches the EQA EV
5 Feb 2021 – Mercedes-Benz has unveiled the EQA – the first of its six, planned EQ-branded electric vehicles (EV) that intends to launch over the next two years.
Renault Australia to switch to independent distributor Ateco
4 Feb 2021 – French vehicle manufacturer Renault has announced it will divest its vehicle operations in Australia to independent distributor Ateco Group from April 2021.
Electric Car Subscription Service Launches in Queensland
4 Feb 2021 – Energy provider AGL and car subscription service Carbar have expanded their subscription service to Brisbane, offering Queensland customers the opportunity to experience the benefits of an electric vehicle without committing to ownership.
Ford Vehicles to run on Android Operating System from 2023
4 Feb 2021 – Ford and Google have signed a six-year partnership whereby millions of Ford and Lincoln vehicles will be powered by Android operating system from 2023.
Don’t be tempted by a backyarder
3 Feb 2021 – The Queensland Office of Fair Trading is warning that it is stepping up its operations against illegal selling practices and is clamping down on backyard operators.
January 2021 New Car Sales Figures Released
3 Feb 2021 – Figures released from the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) reveal a positive start to the new year, with sales for the month of January totalling 79,666, an 11.1 per cent increase from last year.
MTAQ hosts digital marketing workshop for small businesses
3 Feb 2021 – MTA Queensland Marketing and Communications GM Lysa Dugandzic recently hosted a digital workshop for small businesses, offering helpful tips and advice on how businesses can grow their digital presence in 2021.
GM To Drop Petrol and Diesel Light-Duty Vehicles by 2035
2 Feb 2021 – General Motors has announced plans to be carbon neutral in its global products and operations by 2040, and that it will ‘eliminate tailpipe emission from new light-duty vehicles by 2035’.
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