Motoring
VicRoads chaos stretches on as IT bungle leaves drivers unable to register cars, book tests
Motorists continue to be frustrated almost a week after a system upgrade crashed the organisation’s online portal.
- Max Stevens and Angus Delaney
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EVs reach major milestone – meaning climate goals might not be a bridge too far
The government’s 2035 climate target was deemed unachievable by many commentators. The Iran war is driving motorists towards it at speed.
- Mike Foley and Shane Wright
Residents ‘unsurprised but deeply disappointed’ as Burswood racetrack clears planning hurdle
The Western Australian Planning Commission has approved a development application for a portion of the Perth Park project, including a portion of the Burswood racetrack.
- Indigo Lemay-Conway
100 years of RAC: See the evolution of the roadside assist in WA
RAC has serviced Western Australians for 100 years. See how the evolution of the roadside assist has changed over the years.
- Indigo Lemay-Conway
One in seven car buyers went electric last month. But a fuel-guzzling variety held steady
EV sales jumped 50 per cent in March as pain at the petrol pump and speculation over the federal budget changed motoring habits.
- Shane Wright and Mike Foley
Inside the battle to save Sydney’s rooftop go-karting track
A clash between entertainment and Sydney’s obsession with parking has left 156 jobs in the balance at the Entertainment Quarter.
- David Barwell
Made-in-China electric vehicle crowned Drive Car of the Year
Game-changing technology – it comes with the option to add a full-self-driving driver assistance package – helped this model take the honours.
Ferrari is opening a new showroom. There won’t be a single car in it
Luxury car companies are hitting the high-end fashion road to drive a lucrative merchandising side-hustle.
- Andrew Chesterton
Climate chief hails cheap Chinese EVs as Labor cops flak over anti-dumping rhetoric
Australia’s top climate adviser says cheap Chinese cars can drive Australia to a lower emissions transport sector to meet the nation’s emissions target.
- Mike Foley
Race winner falls from roof of car and breaks collarbone
It was a painful victory celebration for NASCAR race winner Connor Zilisch.