California, Stellantis strikes vehicle emissions deal Zainal Abidin, 01/01/2026 By David ShepardsonWASHINGTON (Reuters) – Chrysler parent Stellantis and the state of California reached an agreement on emissions on Tuesday after the company unsuccessfully sought to join a deal that other automakers had struck with the state in 2019.Under the agreement announced by the state and the company, Stellantis will comply with California’s zero-emissions, light-duty vehicle sales requirements through 2030 even if the state cannot enforce its rules.In addition, the company will not oppose California’s authority under the Clean Air Act for its greenhouse gas emissions and zero-emission vehicle standards.Ford, Honda, Volkswagen and BMW struck a voluntary agreement with California in 2019 on reducing vehicle emissions and Volvo Cars, owned by China’s Geely, joined soon afterward.Stellantis in December challenged the state’s prior refusal to allow it to join the agreement, and said it had been forced to cut some work in Michigan and Ohio at two SUV plants, citing California emissions regulations.Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares said on Tuesday the agreement “will avoid 10 to 12 million metric tons of greenhouse gas emissions over the lifetime of the agreement and will also allow our US customers to fully benefit from our advanced technologies.”The agreement… Continue Reading
Huge Queensland property for sale with 400-plus cars included Zainal Abidin, 29/11/2025 A perfect property for petrol-heads has hit the market in Queensland, offering an absolute bonanza for car lovers looking to get their hands dirty.The sprawling leafy property at 294 Gympie Road, Tinana, near Maryborough, features a three-bedroom brick home on a 2.5 hectare block.But its most noteworthy feature is the 400-plus cars nestled among the trees that can be included with the property, including countless Holdens waiting to be restored or wrecked, as well as plenty of utes, commercial vehicles and passenger cars.The industrial property is currently home to Barsby Spare Parts which specializes in Holdens. Picture: realcommercial.com.auCurrently home to a spare parts business, the property features a 450sqm shed from which the business operates, with potential buyers given the opportunity to continue trading or undertake a new venture with the property.The large industrial property is also positioned right next to the Maryborough Speedway, allowing motoring enthusiasts to get about as close to the action as possible.The Maryborough Speedway is located right next door, with Maryborough itself just a 10 minute drive away. Picture: realcommercial.com.auOne of the nearby neighbors is the Fraser Coast Lawn Mower Racing Club, where modified ride-on lawn mowers are … Continue Reading
Autocar magazine 20 March: on sale now Zainal Abidin, 07/08/2025 This week in Autocar, we take a look at Bentley’s bold new EV for 2026, drive China’s bonkers Defender rival, and give our exclusive verdict on the latest Citroen Ami rival – the Silence S04.NewsBentley’s first EV will be a 1000bhp statement of intent, offering up to double the power of any model in its current line-up – we speak to design chief Robin Page and offer all you need to know.The new Audi Q6 E-tron, meanwhile, kick-starts a whole new era for Ingolstadt’s electric cars as its first model to be built on a brand-new, high-tech platform. We cover everything from powertrains to exterior design.An electric Renault Clio will join its hybrid stablemate from 2026, sitting above the reborn 5 as a slightly larger and family-focused supermini. You’ll find full details in the magazine.Skoda has previewed an entry-level EV called the Epiq, and Mercedes-AMG is readying a 1000bhp all-electric Taycan rival.ReviewsThe fourth-generation Skoda Superb has arrived, sticking with tradition and retaining its very conventional estate car form. Does it still hit all the right notes?Electric cars might struggle to excite enthusiasts, but the new Maserati Grecale Folgore is promising fueling levels… Continue Reading