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Ford is believed to be shutting its Australian operations.

Ford to close Broadmeadows production line and Geelong plant

FORD is this morning expected to announce the closure of its Broadmeadows production line - making it a import-only brand.

Motoring
9:08 AM May 23rd

Shocking news about shock absorbers

JUST like brakes and tyres, shock absorbers don't last forever. The fact is that they will wear out gradually and become, imperceptibly, less effective.

Russell White, driversafety.com.au

This Ferrari 458 is up to the racing Challenge

The Ferrari 458 Italia is known for being extremely fast on a track, so Ferrari did not have to do anything to increase the Challenge's performance.

Jesse See, www.jessesee.com

Senior drivers back new rules

PLANNED changes to the state’s licensing laws that will see drivers over 75 forced to undergo annual medical check-ups have been applauded.

RMcCarty-OKane

Car Pics

Audi's brutal RS4 Avant

The Audi RS4 Avant

Audi's brutal RS4 Avant

Highlights from the Geneva motor show

Geneva motor show highlights

Highlights from the Geneva motor show

The on-road development of the new VF Commodore

New VF Commodore: On the Road

The on-road development of the new VF Commodore

The VF Commodore was unveiled today in Docklands with a decidedly grown-up exterior look and a host of cool gadgetry which has traditionally been confined to prestige cars.

New VF Commodore: The Car

The VF Commodore was unveiled today in Docklands...

Cars News

CRUISE Control systems are one of the nicer things that we have at our disposal. But like everything it needs to be used correctly.

The dangers of switching on cruise, and then switching off

CRUISE Control systems are one of the nicer things that we have at our... more

Motoring
Russell White, driversafety.com.au

TODAY'S post is on one of the latest and greatest convertibles to enter on Australian shores, the 2012 McLaren MP4-12C Spider.

Beastly 2012 McLaren MP4-12C Spider

TODAY'S post is on one of the latest and greatest convertibles to enter on... more

Motoring
Jesse See, www.jessesee.com

Holden Special Vehicles is about to launch the fastest, most powerful performance production car ever built in Australia. But prices haven't been revealed.

HSV GTS: Most powerful Aussie production car set for launch

Holden Special Vehicles is about to launch the fastest, most powerful... more

Road test

The Astra OPC delivers bang for your performance buck with dynamite like proportions.

Road test: Astra OPC is sleek and sporty with power burst

The Astra OPC delivers bang for your performance buck with dynamite like... more

What matters most The good stuff: Functional cabin, easy to drive and great in car parks, addictive economy coaching system.

Road test: Honda Jazz Hybrid has city smarts

What matters most The good stuff: Functional cabin, easy to drive and great in... more

OVER four decades Subaru has charmed Australians with a blend of style, technology and passion with their cars embracing fun and common sense in equal measure.

Road test: Subaru Forester XT is near perfect family package

OVER four decades Subaru has charmed Australians with a blend of style,... more

Future models

The new Opel Mokka will reach Australia by the third quarter of this year.

Opel Mokka SUV to be launched in Australia this year

The new Opel Mokka will reach Australia by the third quarter of this year. more

Extra features and a diesel engine will be added to the Nissan Dualis range from May 1. But that comes with higher pricing across the line-up.

Diesel engine for Nissan Dualis from May

Extra features and a diesel engine will be added to the Nissan Dualis range... more

GERMAN marque Opel will add the Zafira Tourer people-mover to its range later this year.

Opel Zafira Tourer set to arrive mid-year

GERMAN marque Opel will add the Zafira Tourer people-mover to its range later... more

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