The highest 10 information tales of 2022
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Similar to that one other yr is completed!
We’ve revealed an absolute bucket-load of stories tales, opinions and comparisons throughout 2022.
Listed here are the highest 10 most-read information tales that had been revealed throughout 2022 by our native viewers.
Tesla removes house cost cable from automobiles in Australia
In July this yr Tesla was within the headlines because it eliminated the cell connector – additionally known as a UMC – from its new automobiles in Australia.
The corporate, nevertheless, decreased the price of a UMC on its on-line store from $860 to $550.
Tesla has already eliminated it from US-market fashions in April this yr, with CEO Elon Musk confirming the transfer on Twitter.
Take a look at the story right here.
Australian Authorities to introduce electrical automobile incentives
In July this yr the Australian Authorities introduced its intention to introduce new incentives for electrical automobiles, together with plug-in hybrids, fulfilling a promise made earlier than the election.
As an alternative of straight subsidies, the so-called Electrical Automobile Low cost takes the type of tariff and fringe profit tax exemptions which the Authorities intends to use retroactively from July 1.
Take a look at the story right here.
EVs coming to Australia: Launch calendar, and what’s right here already?
Electrical automobile (EV) gross sales are spiking in Australia, albeit from a low base, and there’s some actual momentum constructing.
Right here’s a narrative that outlines all of the EVs already on sale in Australia, plus all those which are on monitor to be right here within the subsequent yr or so.
Take a look at the story right here.
2022 Ford Ranger: Full pricing revealed
The brand new-generation Ford Ranger ute launched in Australia in July this yr and has been extremely wanted.
This story detailed the asking worth for your entire vary, in addition to the manufacturing facility choices.
Ford has since upped the asking worth for the Ranger and launched a range-topping Platinum variant.
Take a look at the story right here plus all our Ford Ranger protection right here.
File diesel costs defined, additional worth hikes flagged
In October this yr, Queensland’s RACQ motoring membership mentioned it anticipated costs to climb earlier than they fall.
The membership mentioned worldwide components and spiking demand, somewhat than rampant gouging from service stations and different suppliers, had been in charge, however added that tight retail margins would possible result in additional hikes.
Take a look at the story right here.
Toyota GR Corolla revealed: 2022 Australian launch confirmed!
In April this yr Toyota revealed its reply to sports activities automobiles such because the Hyundai i30 N, Volkswagen Golf R, Renault Megane R.S., and Honda Civic Sort R.
The Toyota GR Corolla leans closely on the smaller GR Yaris, utilizing a model of its manic three-cylinder engine, six-speed handbook gearbox, and variable all-wheel drive system.
It’s set to reach within the first quarter of 2023.
Take a look at the story right here plus all our Toyota Corolla protection right here.
Maintain off shopping for your new small SUV – these ones are coming quickly
Right here’s a narrative that was revealed in October this yr that outlines the small SUVs which are set to launch regionally within the close to future.
The up to date Nissan Qashqai, Kia Seltos and BMW X1 have since launched.
Take a look at the story right here.
Isuzu D-Max recalled
In July this yr Isuzu Ute Australia recalled its flagship D-Max X-Terrain because of a difficulty with its tonneau cowl.
A complete of 7106 automobiles had been affected from 2020 to 2021.
Take a look at the story right here plus all our Isuzu D-Max protection right here.
Ford F-150 formally coming to Australia
In March this yr Ford introduced it’s launching a remanufactured right-hand drive model of the F-150 pickup truck in Australia throughout 2023.
The F-150 shall be remanufactured to right-hand drive by RMA Automotive at a facility in Mickleham, Victoria.
Ford has since detailed its sturdiness testing at its native services.
Take a look at the story right here plus all our Ford F-150 protection right here.
Why a Tesla is so arduous and costly to insure
In March this yr Paul wrote a narrative exploring why he discovered it so tough to insure his Tesla Mannequin 3.
He reached out to the Insurance coverage Council of Australia to see why insurers refused to insure it, or charged a lot greater than an equivalently priced automobile.
Take a look at the story right here
