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41–49 of 49 storiesFleet Auto News’ AI coverage points to faster fleet analysis, but the available evidence still places the human fleet manager at the centre. The exact 17 September item and any local impact remain unconfirmed.
CarExpert reports that Leapmotor can revise software on vehicles before delivery, while the brand’s own OTA pages confirm remote updates for customer cars. Australian applicability is plausible, but local approval and delivery impact are not confirmed.
BYD Australia has recalled 32,009 Shark 6 utes in Australia over a spare wheel support cable fault, with the repair described as short but the broader fleet impact less so.
Australian reporting says Mitsubishi’s Pajero Sport is in run-out in Australia after updated safety rules took effect on 1 March 2025, while the model continues in other markets.
Kia’s PV7 electric van has been unveiled globally, with Australian reporting pointing to a local launch in the fourth quarter of 2027.
MG Motor Australia has detailed the U9 EV ute for Australia, but local pricing, timing and availability remain unconfirmed in the material reviewed.
Tesla’s Cybercab will tour Australia and New Zealand in late 2026 as a showcase, with reporting saying it is not launching as a local robotaxi service.
The Victorian Government's monthly dataset records 27,847 new vehicle registrations for August 2026. This data brief reports the published figures and the limits of the comparison.
BYD Australia has recalled Shark 6 vehicles over a spare-wheel support cable fault that could let the spare wheel detach while driving.
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Cadillac's first high-performance V-Series model in Australia is the large Lyriq-V electric SUV, priced at $99,000 before on-road costs.
Eligible owners will receive battery warranty support for V2G use, while program participants can access a six per cent discount on selected new BYD vehicles.
Geely is doubling its range in 2027, with three new plug-in hybrid models confirmed for Australian launch next year – including an 830kW SUV.
The Ram Dakota is scheduled to enter production in 2028 as a Ford Ranger and Toyota HiLux rival – and the brand’s global product and sales chief says it would make sense for Australia.
The Motor Trades Association of Australia is calling for automotive trades to be added to the nation’s priority skilled visa processing categories amid an estimated shortage of 38,000 workers. The…
Fatalities involving light commercials rose 12.1% and motorcycles 28.3% over the period covered by the national road safety strategy mid-term review, against 0.3% for passenger cars.
Replacing telematics hardware across a national fleet sounds straightforward until the vehicles are spread across Australia, operating on customer-controlled sites, working in remote locations and…
It’s time to do a deep-dive on where the growth in BEV uptake has been the most spectacular – and the results are eye-opening. The post Six months into the war, regional areas are leading the growth…
Blacktown City Council is a finalist in the Fleet of the Year category in the 2026 Fleet News Group Awards. In the final article in our six-part series, we look at how the fleet team is planning for…
GWM’s new luxury Wey brand has surfaced in Australia ahead of its showroom launch, with its first model approved for The post Wey forward: New Chinese brand gains Aussie sales approval for PHEV and…
Choosing a family SUV is tough, so we've done the hard work with five standout models, one for every type of family
Australia's most competitive segment, simplified — five of the best dual-cabs to suit the way you work and play
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