Iconic dealership starts a new phase in its history
One of Australia’s oldest new car dealerships, Worrells Motors, has commenced a new phase in its almost 90-year history.
The famous Toorak (Melbourne) luxury car dealership has changed its name to Mercedes-Benz Toorak.
Worrells Motors was established in 1921 alongside another local icon, the Toorak Hotel (known affectionately as the Tok H). It moved to its current [...]
‘Unlawful collusion’ over vehicle imports
The competition regulator has dropped explosive claims of price fixing over vehicle imports at the nation’s ports and agreed to settle a court case for a $3.8 million fine and an admission that Patrick Stevedores and P&O Australia entered into a 2001 deal that was “likely” to lessen competition.
Legal action against former Patrick boss Chris [...]
Profile of the week: Truck Driver
Not every 16-year-old is cut out for higher education and South Australian trucking company boss Lynton Mackenzie holds himself up as an example.
Driving long-distance trucks non-stop in his late teens produced a career path and business which now employs 250 people and turns over more than $40 million a year.
Mr Mackenzie’s colourful career began after [...]
Superb entry for new Skoda
Skoda has introduced a new flagship model to its Australian range.
Although new to Australia, the Skoda Superb has a long history – there has been a Superb in the Skoda line up at one stage or another, since the 1930s.
The new Superb features a number of technologies available in its VW and Audi brethren, while [...]
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Classic trial to lead RRA cars over WRC course
Entrants in the 2009 Classic Outback Trial from August 31-September 5 will share some of the marquee stages of Repco Rally Australia with competitors in the World Rally Championship round as a fitting climax to their event.
After five days and 18 timed stages from the trial’s start in Forbes, Classic Trial entrants will conclude their [...]
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Pink My Ride
Heidi Klum knows a good car when she sees one and it seems her heart belongs to Volkswagen.
As an ambassador for Volkswagen, Heidi combined work with pleasure while celebrating the Volkswagen edition of this cute pink New Beetle convertible.
This baby was custom-made by Volkswagen as a homage to none other than Barbie and comes complete [...]
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Profile of the week: Truck Driver
Not every 16-year-old is cut out for higher education and South Australian trucking company boss Lynton Mackenzie holds himself up as an example.
Driving long-distance trucks non-stop in his late teens produced a career path and business which now employs 250 people and turns over more than $40 million a year.
Mr Mackenzie’s colourful career began after [...]
Motor Sport »
Classic trial to lead RRA cars over WRC course
Entrants in the 2009 Classic Outback Trial from August 31-September 5 will share some of the marquee stages of Repco Rally Australia with competitors in the World Rally Championship round as a fitting climax to their event.
After five days and 18 timed stages from the trial’s start in Forbes, Classic Trial entrants will conclude their [...]
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Jesse Curtis – Apprentice mechanic, Porsche, Aston Martin and Jaguar workshop
Jesse Curtis, 20, has the best of both worlds. He works as an apprentice mechanic in Sydney and studies at TAFE to get his Certificate in Automotive Engineering.
Where do you work?
I work for Trivett Classic – Australia’s largest premium car dealership.
What is your role?
I’m a first year apprentice mechanic for the Porsche, Aston Martin and [...]
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Victoria Police Warns Hoons Could Lose Cars For Three Months
VICTORIA POLICE MINISTER Bob Cameron has warned today that drivers caught speeding more than 70km/h over the limit could lose their cars immediately for three months, according to laws under discussion between the State Government and police.
Currently, this penalty exists for second offence incidents, while cars of first-time offenders are impounded for 48 hours.
“For those [...]
Toyota is Australia’s most trusted car brand
Australians trust Toyota more than any other automotive brand to deliver vehicles that offer quality, durability and reliability.
That’s the verdict of a poll, published in the latest issue of Reader’s Digest, which found Toyota is the most trusted automotive brand in Australia.
Respondents said Toyota consistently produces top-quality vehicles and delivers reliable, long-lasting and fuel-efficient cars [...]
Positive call from finance market
GMAC is gone and GE is gone. Ford Credit is in trouble and many dealers are in need of government backing for their finance – but BMW’s finance operation says the future is looking great.
BMW Financial Services Australia is celebrating its 20th anniversary and says it is in a strong position and has a positive [...]