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Maruti Suzuki Fronx soon to be exported to Australia? Here’s why

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By: HT Auto Desk | Updated on: 06 Jun 2024, 10:49 AM Suzuki Australia has confirmed that it plans to launch the Fronx in early 2025. Just like the Baleno hatch back which was discontinued in Australia two years back, the Fronx too will be exported from India. Read more The Australian version of the Fronx will use the 1.5L

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Confirmed! China’s Leapmotor to go on-sale in Australia in 2024 with C10 SUV

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The Chinese electrified vehicle maker Leapmotor will launch in Australia in late 2024 as part of an international expansion backed by global auto giant Stellantis. How many of them would come to Australia remains to be seen. In Australia Stellantis itself currently sells Abarth, Alfa Romeo, Fiat and Jeep. Leapmotor T03.

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Volkswagen aims to debut new affordable electric vehicles in 2027 with prices around $22,000

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The new affordable VW EVs are expected to be priced around $21,800 (20,000 euros). VW still aims for affordable EVs to debut in 2027 After walking away from its partnership to develop an entry-level EV (20,000 euro) with Renault, Volkswagen is going solo. VW said last week it was still looking at its options for affordable EVs.

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2024 Lexus LBX confirmed: Bite-sized, budget-friendly hybrid could change the premium game in Australia

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Lexus’ smallest and most affordable model ever has been confirmed for Australia, with the Toyota Yaris Cross-based LBX to touch down in the first half of 2024. And we do mean affordable. inch central touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a huge 12.3-inch

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Kia suddenly shifts to hybrids, affordable EVs amid waning global demand

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To boost sales and fend off low-cost Chinese rivals, Kia will introduce a new lineup of affordable EVs in addition to hybrids starting this year. Kia announced that it is shifting its electric vehicle plans to include more hybrids and affordable EVs. It plans to boost demand by launching a series of new affordable EVs.

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Kia suddenly shifts to hybrids, affordable EVs amid ‘waning global demand’

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To boost sales and fend off low-cost Chinese rivals, Kia will introduce a new lineup of affordable EVs in addition to hybrids starting this year. Kia announced that it is shifting its electric vehicle plans to include more hybrids and affordable EVs. It plans to boost demand by launching a series of new affordable EVs.

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Toyota finally launches its first EV in Australia to fend off Tesla’s top-selling Model Y

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After an 18-month delay, Toyota finally launched its first electric car, the bZ4X, in Australia. Toyota launched the bZ4X electric SUV, its first EV in Australia, starting at $66,000 (plus on-road costs). infotainment is Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatible. Tesla sold roughly 28,800 Model Ys in Australia last year.