Where's your car from? China overtakes Korea in 2023Mike Costello There's been a change on the podium when it comes to Australia's leading sources of new cars so far in 2023. 2 years ago
How small car sales have collapsed over the past decadeMike Costello Ten years ago, Australians loved their small hatchbacks and sedans. But sales have fallen of a cliff, as this story shows. 2 years ago
January VFACTS: Ford Ranger on top, strongest market since 2018Mike Costello The market is off to a positive start in 2023, posting a 12 per cent increase year-on-year. Ranger, HiLux and Model 3 were on the podium.2 years ago
Toyota remains world's biggest car companyMike Costello Toyota Motor Corp. reports almost 10.5 million sales in 2022 including Lexus, Daihatsu and Hino – well ahead of the Volkswagen Group. 2 years ago
Used cars continue to get cheaper, new research findsMike Costello Expect the prices of used cars to return to some semblance of normality this year – albeit not to pre-COVID levels. 2 years ago
Electric car battery gigafactory to be built in GeelongMike Costello Australia has all the resources and knowledge, now a company wants to capitalise with a massive battery plant in Victoria. 2 years ago
VFACTS: Australia's new car sales results for 2022Mike Costello The Australian car market returned its best tally since 2018, with Toyota, Mazda and Kia taking the top three spots and EVs setting a record. 2 years ago
Hyundai and Kia seek significant global growth in 2023Mike Costello Hyundai Motor Group sees potential for double-digit growth this year, with a target of about 7.5 million sales. 2 years ago
Australia's used car prices have been falling for six straight monthsMike Costello Yes, used car prices are falling in Australia from their ridiculous highs. But they remain vastly more expensive than they were pre-COVID.2 years ago
Toyota Prado production to falter in JanuaryMike Costello Toyota continues to intermittently shutter plants on the back of supply chain holdups, which can't be good for whittling down wait lists. 2 years ago
Australian fuel efficiency standards vital for CO2 cuts, US research findsMike Costello Washington's International Council on Clean Transportation urges Albanese government to hasten proposed CO2-cutting vehicle regulations. 2 years ago
Petrol prices fall for the first time in two years, finds ACCCJack Quick Consumer watchdog says average retail petrol prices in the third quarter fell for the first time in almost two years.2 years ago
