Technology

Toyota Fortuner to be updated for 2020

By Andrew Chesterton · 25 Sep 2019

The Toyota Fortuner will soon be updated for 2020, with the brand's workhorse-based SUV to score the same critical safety updates that were applied to the HiLux earlier this year.The changes will see Toyota's safety suite applied as standard to the entire

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Phone-detecting cameras to sting NSW drivers

By Tung Nguyen · 24 Sep 2019

The NSW state government will rollout new phone-detecting cameras across the state later this year to crack on drivers using devices while behind the wheel.In total, 45 artificial intelligence-powered cameras will be launched across the state, with some i

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DiDi drivers can now accept trips hands free

By Tung Nguyen · 23 Sep 2019

Ride-sharing company DiDi has introduced a new feature for that will keep its drivers safer on the road, voice commands that allow the confirmation of requested trips.Australia is only the second market behind Japan to gain the new feature, which will fir

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Toyota self-driving tech to retain fun factor

By Stephen Corby · 18 Sep 2019

Toyota's global president, Akio Toyoda, is a man of boundless confidence and infinite ambition - he humbly promises to "supply mobility to all the people on Earth" - but the latest goal he has set for his company is particularly bold, because he's promisi

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Centre side airbag to be fitted to Hyundais

By Tung Nguyen · 18 Sep 2019

Hyundai Motor Group will get ahead of more stringent Euro NCAP safety tests with the rollout of its centre side airbag that can prevent front occupants colliding in the event of a vehicle accident.Fitted to the side of the driver's seat, the centre side a

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Peugeot holds off on EVs until Oz wants them

By Tom White · 14 Sep 2019

Peugeot showcased several upcoming products for the Australian market as part of the launch program of the new 2020 508 liftback and sedan, including electrified versions of its 208 and 2008 hatch and small SUV.

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Leadership needed for EV adoption: EVC

By Tung Nguyen · 09 Sep 2019

A study by the Electric Vehicle Council (EVC) has revealed the tide is turning on public apathy towards emissions-free vehicles, leading to what could be critical mass for alternative powertrains if the right steps are taken.According to the survey - whic

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700Nm plug-in hybrid GLC will hit Oz

By Tom White · 09 Sep 2019

GLC 300e will come to Australia with nearly 50km electric range.

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Highest-tech plug-in Benz SUV not for Aus

By Tom White · 09 Sep 2019

Mercedes-Benz has debuted its new “third-generation” plug-in hybrid technology with the announcement of PHEV versions of its GLC mid-size and GLE large SUVs.

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86 gets Apple CarPlay connectivity

By Tom White · 09 Sep 2019

The 86 gets a much-needed multimedia update.

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