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The shockingly common illegal driving habits frustrating Aussies

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Most drivers are aware of the road rules, but some frustrated locals have called out the illegal driving habits they see too often. In a country as vast as Australia, it’s common to share the roads with other drivers who have varying degrees of on-road experience. And even though most motorists show some sense of etiquette and decorum by following road rules, a recent Reddit thread has exposed the shocking bad driving habits that Aussies are commonly seeing. RELATED: ‘Everyone is laughing at you’: Tesla drivers targeted by this ‘parking fine’ Taking to the Driving Australia Reddit thread, one user asked, “What’s one driving habit you see every day that genuinely shouldn’t be this common anymore?” The original poster started the conversation by expressing their frustration at drivers failing to follow basic roundabout rules. “The complete lack of indicator use at roundabouts does my head in. It’s not a guessing game. If you’re going right, indicate right. If you’re exiting...
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Mitsubishi Triton beats Isuzu D-Max in 4×4 sales amid discounts, expanded range

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The Triton was Australia’s third-best-selling 4×4 ute last month, as Mitsubishi continues to offer significant discounts across the range. The Mitsubishi Triton beat the Isuzu D-Max in four-wheel-drive ute deliveries last month, with a 34 per cent sales increase amid sharp discounts and an expanded range of cab-chassis grades. Australian new-car sales data shows 1407 examples of the Mitsubishi Triton 4×4 were sold in January 2026, behind the Ford Ranger 4×4 (3241) and Toyota HiLux 4×4 (2275), but ahead of the Isuzu D-Max 4×4 (1393) and BYD Shark 6 (1108). However, better sales of the D-Max 4×2 (405) compared to the Triton 4×2 (258) saw the Isuzu surpass the Mitsubishi in total sales, at 1798 and 1665, respectively. The Ford Ranger totalled 3403, and the Toyota HiLux totalled 2800, while these utes were followed by the Mazda BT-50 (1025), GWM Cannon and Cannon Alpha (959), Nissan Navara (487) and Kia Tasman (467). MORE: 2026 Mitsubishi Triton revealed with impr...
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High tech and low tech ways to keep your car from getting pinched

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With car theft on the rise and crooks using new technology to pinch vehicles, what can you do to keep your ride safe? We look into both new, high tech and simple, low tech options. Car theft is on the rise. And it’s not just high end performance or luxury cars either. Everyday commuter cars are also targeted by thieves, with Toyota Corollas, Camrys and RAV4s all in the top ten most stolen. Oh, and it’s not just happening in dodgy areas either, with more than half of vehicle thefts happening at home . But all too often it’s simply a crime of opportunity. Your keys left in the vehicle while you go pay for fuel or grab a coffee. The thieves are on the lookout for easy targets, and most of us are guilty of being one from time to time. RELATED: Woman’s car keyed by vigilante ‘Street Police’ over a parking-spot spat So, how do you prevent some lowlife from helping themselves to what’s yours? There are a variety of methods, most of which – if we’re being honest – are more deterrent...
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This flashy 4WD fad could cop you a $400 fine

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While 4WD enthusiasts are well equipped in battling harsh terrain, Queensland Police is warning drivers of this illegal sun accessory. Image: Queensland Police When you’re travelling in a car during summer in Australia, it’s a common sight to see 4WD enthusiasts customising their cars with DIY and budget-friendly tools that can help their car’s air conditioning in the heat and harsh terrain. And though most road authorities are understanding of the sweltering heat, Queensland Police is warning local drivers to avoid using this popular car accessory or risk facing a near $400 fine and further penalties. RELATED: Not having this on your car windows could cut years off your life According to local police, officers said they’ve noticed a “growing trend” of motorists using reflective covers on the windows of the car, which is considered illegal in the state. State officials said drivers who use reflective window covers while driving are in violation of Road Rule 297, which clea...
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2026 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 returns to Australia with Bathurst special edition

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A Bathurst celebration is coming to Chevrolet’s most expensive supercar sold in Australia, as a racing version debuts at Mount Panorama The Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Bathurst 12 Hour Specialty Edition has been revealed, to coincide with the debut of the Corvette Z06 GT3.R at the Bathurst 12 Hour endurance race this weekend. Limited to 12 cars for Australia and New Zealand, this is the only opportunity for customers to get their hands on a model year 2026 (MY26) Corvette ZO6 locally after it was absent from the initial range last year. Given that it includes the previously optional Z07 performance package as standard equipment, it is expected to cost more than the MY25 Corvette Z06 at $336,000 before on roads, with an arrival date yet to be confirmed. The Bathurst 12 Hour Specialty Edition will see the track-focused Z06 3LZ Coupe take on visual changes for the exterior and the interior of the supercar. MORE: 2026 Chevrolet Corvette prices surge by up to $21,000, now $62,49...
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Ford’s profits hit their lowest point since the 2008 financial crisis

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Ford’s 2025 financial results reveal record revenue, but an overall loss – the biggest since the 2008 Global Financial Crisis. Ford Headquarters, Michigan. Photo: iStock Ford has announced its fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 financial results, and reported its biggest calendar year loss since 2008. Ford reports that it lost $US8.2 billion ($AU11.5b) in 2025, attributed to losses tied to its floundering EV projects, and $US2 billion ($AU2.8b) alone in tariff costs. Ford’s results in 2025 make it the third-worst performance in the company’s history, despite revenue rising 1 per cent over 2024’s result, to a record $US187.3 billion ($AU262.5b), marking five years of full-year revenue growth. “Ford delivered a strong 2025 in a dynamic and often volatile environment,” Ford president and CEO Jim Farley said in a statement. MORE: Ford not worried about emissions targets despite diesel ute specialty Ford president and CEO Jim Farley “We improved our core business and exe...
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Toyota LandCruiser FJ door ajar to Australia amid new reports

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There is now a chance for Toyota’s smaller LandCruiser to reach Australian showrooms – but reports indicate it would be a very long wait, if it happens at all. A turbo-diesel version of the downsized Toyota LandCruiser FJ four-wheel-drive is in the works, in what could be the first step in the retro-styled 4WD coming to Australia. If it complies with the latest Euro 6d emissions regulations, it would prompt a re-evaluation of Toyota’s Jimny competitor after the ageing petrol engine used to launch the car in Japan was ruled out for its tailpipe output. However, it is reportedly not due until 2029, and by that time, Australia’s other emissions rules – which penalise car makers based on vehicle CO2 output – may prove too tricky to meet with a turbo-diesel lacking hybrid assistance. It would also need to meet Australian crash and child-seat safety regulations, which can differ from those in more stringent markets, such as Japan. MORE: Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series was the low...
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