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Recalls to hurt Toyota sales, help GM, Ford Automotive industry analysts expect Toyota's accelerator-related recalls to damage its US sales at least in the short term, and believe General Motors, Ford, Hyundai and Honda are likely to be the biggest winners over the next few months. Vice president of industry trends for TrueCar.com, Jesse Toprak, said the timing of the 2.3 million vehicle recall [...] Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site. Recalls to hurt Toyota sales, help GM, Ford Infiniti FX Limited Edition released in Europe If you thought the standard Infiniti FX SUV looked like a shiny version of Jabba the Hut, then you'll probably agree the new FX Limited Edition looks like he's been crammed into an Imperial Stormtrooper uniform. Nerdy Star Wars moment over. Japanese luxury brand Infiniti (to Nissan as Lexus is to Toyota) is not well known for [...] Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site. Infiniti FX Limited Edition released in Europe Ford Falcon G6 Limited Edition reintroduced Ford Australia has reintroduced the G6 Limited Edition for the 2010 model year following strong customer demand for the value-packed luxury model. Based on the G6, the 2010 G6 Limited Edition is identical in specification to the 2009 model with the exception of prestige paint, which was previously an option, but is now available at no [...] Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site. Ford Falcon G6 Limited Edition reintroduced Mercedes-Benz G-Wagons begin Australian Defence Force delivery The Australian Defence Force (ADF) has taken delivery of its first batch of new Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon cross-country vehicles – the first to be delivered on Australian soil. To date, eleven vehicles have been delivered to the ADF which include 4WD station wagons; 4WD cab chassis units; and 6WD drive single- and dual-cab units. All vehicles share [...] Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site. Mercedes-Benz G-Wagons begin Australian Defence Force delivery Toyota's sticking accelerator recall remedy Toyota has issued its plan to fix the 4.4 million vehicles recalled around the world with potential sticking accelerators. The issue involves a friction device in the pedal designed to provide the proper "feel" by adding resistance and making the pedal steady and stable. The device includes a shoe that rubs against an adjoining surface during [...] Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site. Toyota’s sticking accelerator recall remedy 2010 Mercedes-Benz S Coupe 65 AMG spy photos There are many things to like about the insanely powerful CL65 AMG, but that will soon have an end. But don't worry, the car will remain as powerful and brutal, it will just change its name with its facelift. So meet the S Coupe 65 AMG. We can clearly see the changes that the Mercedes designers [...] Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S Coupe 65 AMG spy photos Mazda MX-5 20th anniversary to debut at Geneva Motor Show Mazda is taking an aggressive new line-up into next month's Geneva Motor Show, planning to debut three upgraded models and its next-generation environmental drivetrain technologies. In terms of shiny new metalwork, the headline act from the Japanese manufacturer will be the MX-5 20th Anniversary Edition which celebrates two decades of two-door, top-down, sports car accessibility for [...] Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site. Mazda MX-5 20th anniversary to debut at Geneva Motor Show Bentley unveils new design direction It's doubtful that Walter Owen Bentley could ever have envisaged the current Bentley Continental Supersports we recently tested here at CarAdvice. After all, it was almost a century ago that W.O. fired up his Bentley 3.0-litre engine and went on to claim five victories at Le Mans, along with wins at many other famous circuits. It [...] Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site. Bentley unveils new design direction Volkswagen 2.0 TDI engine makes Ward's top ten list Volkswagen’s 2.0-litre TDI (turbo-diesel) engine has been selected by Ward’s Automotive Group as one of the “10 Best Engines” for 2010. Ward’s annual list, in its sixteenth year, represents the only awards program in North America to recognise engine excellence. “This year’s list embodies how the industry is responding to demands for higher fuel economy and lower [...] Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site. Volkswagen 2.0 TDI engine makes Ward’s top ten list Mitsubishi Challenger Review & Road Test The Challenger is for those times when the Pajero just isn’t enough. Models Tested: 2010 Mitsubishi Challenger LS; 2.5-litre, four-cylinder, turbo-diesel; five-speed automatic; five-seat wagon – $46,890* 2010 Mitsubishi Challenger XLS; 2.5-litre, four-cylinder, turbo-diesel; five-speed automatic; five-seat wagon – $56,990* Options: None fitted. Positives: Tough design, off-road credentials, interior room, fuel economy. Negatives: Engine noise, interior components directly out of [...] Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site. Mitsubishi Challenger Review & Road Test Video: Toyota's official apology for sticking pedal issue Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A. Inc, has today officially apologised for its recalls and sticking pedal issue. During the following video, Jim Lentz, President and COO humbly asks for affected customers to give Toyota another chance, and allow the company to regain their trust. An interesting aspect to the video is that in a bid to expedite [...] Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site. Video: Toyota’s official apology for sticking pedal issue Skelta G-Force Aussie race car gets a workout in the UK Skelta is not exactly a household name, but the Australian designed and built race-car-for-the-road is the brainchild of race driver Ray Vandersee, based in Queensland. Originally starting with a Lotus 7 Clubman, Vandersee tweaked and altered the car until he felt it was competitive. The truth is he was never quite satisfied, and therefore began [...] Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site. Skelta G-Force Aussie race car gets a workout in the UK Aston Martin Racing (2010) It was hard to miss the iconic blue and orange Gulf Oil livery worn by all three Aston Martin '00' cars at Le Mans last year, especially with all the media attention surrounding the team. With just a fraction of the budget of the heavy hitting teams such as Peugeot and Audi, Aston Martin's '007' car [...] Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site. Aston Martin Racing (2010) 2010 Brisbane Motorshow Having not had a Motorshow last year, Queenslanders will be happy to know the 2010 Brisbane Motorshow has now been moved forward but confirmed for June 2-6. A press release states that on-going discussions with the MTAQ and Expertise Events (the Brisbane Motor Show event’s organiser) resulted in more preparation time being given to get the event in [...] Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site. 2010 Brisbane Motorshow Volvo S40 Diesel Review & Road Test Following a successful diesel transplant, S40 is now punchier and more thrifty than ever. Model Tested: 2010 Volvo S40 2.0D; 2.0-litre, four-cylinder, turbo-diesel; six-speed automatic; four-door sedan – $42,950* Options: See bottom of page for details. Punchy & economic diesel engine; smooth six-speed transmission; handling; quiet, comfortable cabin Firm front suspension; option pricing; rear legroom; some turbo lag & [...] Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site. Volvo S40 Diesel Review & Road Test Honda recalls 646,000 small cars, Australian models unaffected Updated: 3:15pm with statement from Honda Australia: Honda Motor Co has recalled 646,000 Fit/Jazz and City cars globally due to a faulty window switch, a child died after a fire broke out in a car last year. Included in the recall is 141,084 cars in the United States and includes the models sold in North America, South [...] Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site. Honda recalls 646,000 small cars, Australian models unaffected Honda recalls 646,000 small cars Updated: 3:15pm with statement from Honda Australia: Honda Motor Co has recalled 646,000 Fit/Jazz and City cars globally due to a faulty window switch, a child died after a fire broke out in a car last year. Included in the recall is 141,084 cars in the United States and includes the models sold in North America, South [...] Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site. Honda recalls 646,000 small cars Volkswagen models receive pricing update for February Volkswagen has caught up to most other manufacturers today updating its pricing following a duty drop by the Federal Government. The duty drop, which comes in to effect from today, sees both model and option pricing change on most passenger models, as outlined below: Golf (savings between $1,000 & $1,200): Golf 90TSI Trendline (5 door / manual) – [...] Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site. Volkswagen models receive pricing update for February