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U.S. House panel opens probe into proposed FTC car buyer rule

WASHINGTON — A U.S. House committee is investigating the Federal Trade Commission’s planned rules to require new consumer protections for car buyers that are sharply opposed by auto dealers. House Oversight Committee chair

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How to help Season for Caring families in need of used cars, repairs

Olivia R. Hernandez was running errands last year with her daughter, Debbie, when the car started smoking. A coughing sound from the engine signaled costly repairs were ahead.  “We had to call my

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Carbon Revolution to manufacture in Mexico – media report

By Peter Roberts As it it is not enough of a slap in the face for Australian technology companies the fact that carbon fibre wheel maker Carbon Revolution was bought by American investors

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I saved £2,000 on my car insurance

A MOTORS expert has revealed how you can knock up to £2,000 off the cost of your car insurance at the click of a button. Abigayle Andre, who runs SheTalksCars, took to TikTok

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‘Heavy’ delays after tourist strip crash

Police are speaking to a luxury car owner following a multi-vehicle pileup in a popular tourist strip, which has caused “heavy” traffic delays for motorists. A Range Rover has tipped over a guard

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Frustration over delay in major changes that could affect what car you buy

KEY POINTS The federal government promised to pass a law to bring more low-emission vehicles to Australia eight months ago. That’s yet to happen, with the government saying it needs to take “time

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Tesla’s refreshed Model 3 includes ‘Active Hood’ pedestrian safety feature

Tesla has added a few new safety features to the refreshed Model 3, including an “Active Hood” feature, designed to offer increased protection in the case of a collision with a pedestrian. Tesla

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Can an electric car beat a boosted V8? – news.com.au

Audi’s updated RS6 Avant is the most powerful V8 the company has ever offered. The just-updated iteration of the potent wagon now makes 463kW and 850Nm from its 4.0-litre V8, which is more

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Why EVs can’t kill off diesel vehicles! Electric cars like the Kia EV6 and Polestar 2 are great, but can you drive across the outback in one? | Opinion – Car News

Electric vehicles (EV) are selling in record numbers in Australia. The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) reported that 43,092 electric vehicles were sold in Australia in the first half of 2023, compared

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“You never take your position for granted”: Toyota Australia isn’t complacent about its sales lead, saying “the market will determine” if its strategy works against rivals going all-in on electric cars – Car News

“Are we complacent about our position? No,” says Toyota Australia’s Vice President for Marketing and Sales, Sean Hanley, who has spent a fair bit of time over the last couple of years talking

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