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Gordon Atkinson

Ampol Scales Back Electric Vehicle Charger Rollout Due to Grid Congestion

Ampol, one of Australia’s largest fuel station operators, is scaling back its ambitious plans to roll out 300 electric vehicle (EV) charging bays by the end of this year, citing challenges with connecting to the congested power grid. Just weeks after announcing its intention to expand its EV charging infrastructure from 92 to 300 bays,

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GDL Auto Blog
Gordon Atkinson

British Survey Reveals Fastest Driver Reflexes by Car Brand, Fuel Type, and Transmission

A recent survey of 2,000 drivers has revealed which car brands have the quickest driver reflexes, with some surprising results. The study, conducted by scrapcarcomparison.uk, tested reaction times in virtual emergency scenarios and ranked drivers by the brand of car they drive, as well as by fuel type and transmission. Volvo drivers topped the list

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Gordon Atkinson

ACT Introduces Rego Checking Cameras: Extra Fines for Unregistered Vehicles

The ACT Government has upgraded its speed and red-light camera network to include vehicle registration checks. Now, drivers caught speeding or running a red light in the ACT may face an additional $700 fine if their vehicle is found to be unregistered. This penalty is added on top of the original infringement. With registration, CTP

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Gordon Atkinson

BYD Seal Surges in Sales, Challenges Toyota Camry’s Top Spot

The BYD Seal, a fully-electric sedan, is rapidly shaking up Australia’s medium passenger car market, giving the long-reigning Toyota Camry a serious challenge. In July, the BYD Seal secured the second spot in new passenger vehicle sales, coming in just behind the Camry. According to VFACTS data from the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI),

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Land Rover & Range Rover
Gordon Atkinson

JLR Freelander making a surprising comeback

The Freelander name is making a surprising comeback, This time around, it’s electric. Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) is joining forces with Chinese car giant Chery to develop a brand new range of Freelander electric vehicles (EVs). This marks the return of the Freelander nameplate after a decade-long absence, and it’s specifically designed to conquer the

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Jeep
Gordon Atkinson

Jeep Grand Cherokee Gets Price Cuts After Sales Slump

The iconic SUV has seen a dramatic price slash in Australia, with some models dropping a whopping $28,000. This move comes after Jeep sales plummeted to their lowest level in nearly 15 years. Remember the long lines for the previous-generation Grand Cherokee? Those days seem like a distant memory. Jeep Australia sold a record-breaking 30,000

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Gordon Atkinson

How Far Can You Edge into an Intersection When Turning Right?

There’s a lot of confusion at traffic lights across Australia about the correct way to turn right. Here’s a guide on how to make a right turn legally and safely. Most drivers find themselves turning right at traffic lights daily, sometimes even multiple times a day. However, everyone seems to have their own method. Some

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Gordon Atkinson

Is Toyota making a grand return to Formula 1?

reports suggest the automotive giant is on the brink of re-joining the world’s most prestigious motorsport series. After a 15 year hiatus, Toyota could be back on the Formula 1 grid as early as 2026. The allure of Formula 1 lies in its new regulations for 2026, which focus on sustainability and competitive balance. These

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