Archive for October, 2008

Photo: BMW Diesel sales rise

BMW Diesel sales rise

October 14th, 2008  |  by autofile  |  published in Featured, News

The growing trend towards diesel-powered luxury vehicles has intensified according to the latest BMW sales figures, and the trend could continue as a result of recent tax changes.
This year 4,055 BMW customers opted for a sporty BMW diesel, representing a 65 percent increase compared to the same period last year.
As a result, the proportion of [...]

Photo: XC60 is safest Volvo ever

XC60 is safest Volvo ever

October 14th, 2008  |  by autofile  |  published in Featured, News

With its combination of style, dynamic abilities and safety initiatives, backed up by traditional Volvo functionality, the XC60 blends the qualities of a SUV with the style of a passenger car.

Steve Mattin, Volvo Cars Design Director says, “The new XC60 is the boldest crossover so far… this car is charged with more emotive form and [...]

Photo: All-New Cadillac’s Australian Debut

All-New Cadillac’s Australian Debut

October 14th, 2008  |  by autofile  |  published in Featured, News

General Motors’ flagship brand Cadillac, recently launched their CTS sedan at the 2008 Australian International Motor Show.
Cadillac’s return to Australia after 70 years marks the latest step in its global expansion, led by a growing portfolio of luxury vehicles that aim to compete at the highest levels in markets around the world.
Director of GM Premium [...]

Photo: Migrating to Australia for Work

Migrating to Australia for Work

October 13th, 2008  |  by admin  |  published in Advice, Tips & Tutorials

If you want to migrate to Australia there is lots to consider including standard of living, employment conditions, availability of social security and medical costs.

However with some careful planning and research you should be able to have all the facts before you which will allow you make a decision about whether relocation to Australia at this point in your life is right for you and your loved ones.

Photo: VACC call to drop Fuelwatch

VACC call to drop Fuelwatch

October 12th, 2008  |  by autofile  |  published in Featured, News

VACC, the peak automotive industry body in Victoria, is calling on the recently proposed new Petrol Commissioner to abandon the planned national Fuelwatch scheme.
The Assistant Treasurer and Minister for Competition Policy and Consumer Affairs, Chris Bowen, will recommend Mr Joe Dimasi take up the position of dropping the fuelwatch scheme. This offcourse is subject to [...]

Photo: Toyota Kluger receives five-star safety rating

Toyota Kluger receives five-star safety rating

October 12th, 2008  |  by autofile  |  published in Featured, News

One of Australia’s top selling family four wheel drives, the Toyota Kluger, has received a five-star safety rating by the Australasian New Car Assessment Program – Australia’s leading independent vehicle safety advocate.
The Kluger received a five-star rating following a series of crash tests under ANCAP’s independent testing regime. These published tests demonstrate the relative crash [...]

Photo: New Ferrari California debut in Sydney

New Ferrari California debut in Sydney

October 7th, 2008  |  by autofile  |  published in Featured, News

The all-new Ferrari California makes its Asia-Pacific debut at the Australian International Motor Show in Sydney on October 9, just one week after its world premiere in Paris.
Ferrari has aimed the new model at sports car buyers seeking greater versatility, and the ‘California’ is the first model from the marque to feature a folding [...]

Photo: How To Become An Automotive Apprentice

How To Become An Automotive Apprentice

October 5th, 2008  |  by megan  |  published in Apprenticeships, Careers

Interested in a fast-moving career in the automotive industry? Not too sure where to start? We’ve pulled together a guide of what’s in an apprenticeship, how to get one and what the best part of getting involved in the industry!
What’s involved in this industry?
Cars! Anything to do with the design, operation, manufacture, or sale of [...]

Photo: Australian Rally Championship adopts 2WD and eco initiative

Australian Rally Championship adopts 2WD and eco initiative

October 5th, 2008  |  by megan  |  published in Featured, Motor Sport, News

From 2009 the Australian Rally Championship (ARC) will include a separate 2WD Championship alongside the existing Elite Championship following approval from the Board of the Confederation of Australian Motor Sport Ltd (CAMS).
For a number of years the ARC has primarily focused on four-wheel-drive cars. The decision to expand the Championship comes after manufacturers who [...]


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