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 reason behind this weekend’s list.
In short, here are some of the key articles from our news desk as of this Monday summarized, just in case you missed them at the time.
Five-star Atto Rating
The BYD Atto 3 has overcome one of the final hurdles of its rollout in Australia, earning a five-star rating from safety agency ANCAP for local low-cost electric vehicles.
It received a five-star rating from ANCAP for New Zealand, but no rating has been applied to Australia.
This is because a problem with the location of the child seat belt anchor points also prompted BYD’s local distributor, EVDirect, to suspend sales of the vehicles from October 21 until the beginning of this month.
FULL STORY: BYD Atto 3 receives five-star ANCAP safety rating for Australia
Extremely toxic Bimmer
BMW has unveiled its exclusive two-seat 3.0 CSL, celebrating the 50th anniversary of the M division by resurrecting an iconic nameplate from its earliest days.
Just 50 units of the 3.0 CSL will be produced within three months by a team of 30 technicians, with handcrafted carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) components. Each model will take up to 10 days to roll off the production line.
It is unlikely that any of these will go to Australia. BMW hasn’t revealed the price yet, but it is rumored to be between 600,000 and 700,000 euros ($923,610 to $1.07 million).
FULL STORY: BMW 3.0 CSL 2023 revealed
Volkswagen’s division into trucks and specialty vans
Volkswagen Commercial is launching a range of ‘turnkey’ specialized vehicles such as the Crafter-based wheelchair and dump truck-ready Caddy, cold storage trucks and luxury mobile homes.
Instead of needing to buy basic vehicles and take them to a dedicated adapter, ads for this purpose are already (or will be) available from VW dealers – with warranty.
The conversion work is being done by third parties (OEM level) approved by Volkswagen in Europe and the UK with VW long-term deals or by partner organizations in Australia such as Jayco, Walkinshaw and ARB.
FULL STORY: Volkswagen rolls out dedicated conversion models with factory support
Toyota accepts the need to cut the outlook
Toyota this week cut its fiscal year production outlook to 500,000 vehicles, citing ongoing supply chain issues.
The company lowered its 2023 Japanese production forecast from 9.7 million units to 9.2 million units – having stuck with its original target for months.
Toyota hinted at an upcoming revision to its production plans at the end of October, when it announced another round of monthly cuts.
FULL STORY: Toyota cuts global production outlook by half a million vehicles
Jeep Delayed Grand Cherokee
The launch of a shorter five-seat version of the new WL-series Jeep Grand Cherokee has been pushed to next year.
A spokesperson for Jeep Australia has confirmed that it will launch locally in the first quarter of 2023, rather than later this year as previously announced. Delays have also pushed the launch of the 4xe variant, Jeep Australia’s first plug-in hybrid, into the second quarter of 2023.
While a specific reason for the delay was not stated, CarExpert understands it is due to similar supply chain issues affecting countless automakers. Jeep has also cited supply chain issues as one of the reasons for the recent price increase across its range.
FULL STORY: Two-row Jeep Grand Cherokee postponed to early 2023
EV tax cuts revised into law
The Albanese Labor Government has won the support of David Pocock, a Green Party member and independent Australian Senate, for their electric vehicle (EV) incentive bill, although not without some fixes. change.
The Greens, Senator Pocock and the Government have agreed to the following amendments to the Treasury Bill Amendment (Electric Vehicle Discounts):
- Stop supporting plug-in hybrid on April 1, 2025
- Prioritizing electric vehicles in the Australian Government’s fleet procurement policy by phasing out plug-in hybrids except in ‘extraordinary circumstances’
FULL STORY: EV Discount Bill passed with PHEV-related amendments
Extended price range of plug-in pickup
China’s LDV has made a presence in Australia’s huge small car segment with its diesel-powered T60, providing a rudimentary but ready alternative to a used HiLux. New car warranty.
Now, however, LDV wants to go from a follower to a leader and has beaten all of its competitors when it comes to electricity usage.
No, the dual-cab market will not switch from diesel overnight. But there are plenty of fleet operators who are particularly interested in starting to learn about battery-powered horses.
FULL STORY: LDV eT60 2023 price and specifications
The Aussie-built Raptor shows off its Baja ribs
A new generation Ford Ranger Raptor primarily Australian-developed using mostly original parts excelled at the iconic Baja 1000 off-road race this past weekend.
It is true that the ‘Middle Stocks’ category of the event includes one participant, but from an advertising and marketing perspective – this is the crux of this exercise – it is the ending that matters. A full results summary is here.
Ranger Raptor Baja used the road version’s 3.0-litre twin-turbo V6 petrol engine – powered by a lower-carbon biofuel – 10-speed automatic transmission, powertrain and suspension. .
FULL STORY: Ford Ranger Raptor reaches the Baja 1000 finish line, thereby topping the inventory list
Spark Pug: Peugeot prepares electric car
Peugeot Australia will introduce its first electric vehicle in 2023 as a van, but it may not be alone.
The company has confirmed electric versions of the 208 hatchback and 2008 crossover could also be brought down before the end of next year.
Peugeot Australia CEO Kate Gillis has hinted to CarExpert that the e-208 and e-2008 will likely be the next two cabs to be dropped after the electric commercial vehicle expected to launch the attack. EV of the French brand.
FULL STORY: Peugeot e-208, e-2008 may arrive in Australia in 2023
Jolion gets a boost – literally
GWM Haval Jolion is getting a performance boost.
Following the introduction of the efficiency-focused Jolion Hybrid earlier this year, the Chinese brand will introduce the GWM Haval Jolion S 2023, a more powerful sport variant complete with a more sophisticated independent rear suspension capable of price from 36,990 USD when driving.
Bridging the gap between the Jolion Ultra and the Jolion Ultra Hybrid, the Jolion S gets a 130kW/270Nm version of the base car’s turbocharged 1.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine – up 20kW and 50Nm – and a suspension swap torsion bar of other Jolion models to establish a multi-link rear.
FULL STORY: 2023 GWM Haval Jolion S on sale from $36,990 while driving
Silent Pocket Missile
Abarth, Fiat’s performance division, has unveiled its first electric model – the 500e hatch and cabriolet – after it leaked last month.
It will launch in late 2023, after the relevant Fiat 500e makes its local debut early next year. That’s a much shorter delay than Fiat is experiencing, making its European debut in 2020.
Abarth says the 500e offers more performance than the 695 petrol, with improved responsiveness in city driving that helps the car accelerate from 19 to 40 km/h 50% faster thanks to “weight distribution”. improved, better torque and wider wheelbase.”
FULL STORY: 2023 Abarth 500e EV launched, in Australia by the end of 2023
Mazda makes a few big statements about its plans
Mazda has confirmed it will increase its electric vehicle (EV) development budget, unveiling alongside a sleek concept sports car.
As part of a revised “mid-term management plan”, Mazda now intends to invest 1.5 trillion yen ($16 billion) in electric vehicle development as part of a three-phase strategy.
In the first phase (2022 to 2025), Mazda will develop a new dedicated EV architecture, while also launching hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles to reduce carbon emissions.
FULL STORY: Mazda confirms $16 billion EV announcement, slick concept reveal
