Genesis has topped the 2019 JD Power Initial Quality Study for a second year running, while the lower end is made up of some familiar faces. Interestingly, the top three were made up of Hyundai Motor Group brands. The study this year was based on responses from 76,256 owners who […]
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Holden, Mazda top Australian JD Power Sales Satisfaction survey, BMW leads premium
The results of the Australian 2018 JD Power Sales Satisfaction survey have been released, with Mazda and Holden tying for top position, and BMW taking the top ranking for luxury brands. Results were actually published earlier this year, but for some reason we missed it. The study included ranking 11 […]
Jaguar Land Rover & BMW teaming up to co-develop electric drive units
Jaguar Land Rover and BMW have confirmed they are teaming up to co-develop next-generation electric drive units (EDU), as part of a joint investment in research and development of electric vehicles. Described as a “strategic collaboration”, the two will extend on their respective expertise in electric vehicle technology. As such, […]
Australian vehicle sales for May 2019 (VFACTS)
Australia vehicle VFACTS sales figures for May 2019 have been released, revealing some interesting trends as we make our way to the mid point of the year. Overall market sales are still slumping compared with last year though, with total figures across the board down 8.1 per cent year-to-date (YTD). […]
FCA proposes merger with Groupe Renault
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles has confirmed it has put forward a non-binding letter to the Board of Groupe Renault, proposing a 50-50 merger. It follows reports from the last few months that suggested the two were in talks over a possible collaboration. The merger plan proposes to assist in both companies […]
Ford cutting 7000 jobs globally, works towards increased profit margins
Ford is cutting 7000 jobs around the world as part of a “smart redesign” of the company, with positions to be cut in South America, China, Europe and the US by the end of August. The plan, led by Ford’s latest CEO Jim Hackett (pictured, left. Right, chairman Bill Ford), […]
Toyota tops 2019 Trusted Brands Survey, ahead Mazda and BMW
Toyota has been ranked as the most trusted car brand in Australia, according to the results of the 20th Trusted Brand Survey published by Reader’s Digest. The carmaker edged out ahead of Mazda and BMW, who were both ranked runner-up and credited as “highly recommended” brands. The survey, conducted independently […]
Australian vehicle sales for April 2019 (VFACTS)
The Australia vehicle sales figures for April 2019 have been handed out as the national VFACTS data. On first impressions, it looks like overall industry sales are taking a big hit, with total figures across the board down 8.1 per cent year-to-date (YTD). Starting with the most popular vehicle brands, […]