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Written by Frank on 2025-01-23 at 22:25

Greatest spot of the year for me goes to this Yuguslavian Fiat derivative, a Zastava 750, that I spotted this morning.

Shots from my dashcam.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zastava_750

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Written by Frank on 2025-01-23 at 03:33

Citroen Could Bring Back the 2CV Because Nostalgia Sells

The new Renault 5 is a hit in France, and Citroen thinks it could cut itself a slice of that pie with a reborn 2CV.

https://www.thedrive.com/news/citroen-could-bring-back-the-2cv-because-nostalgia-sells

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DO IT

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Written by Frank on 2025-01-23 at 03:32

What are these Ford AU Falcons doing in Hong Kong… as taxis?

There's nothing more Australian than an AU Falcon, imagine our shock to see them in taxi spec with Cantonese writing on the side.

https://www.drive.com.au/caradvice/what-are-these-ford-au-falcons-doing-in-hong-kong-as-taxis/

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Written by Frank on 2025-01-22 at 03:09

Trump signs executive order to reverse Biden’s electric vehicle policies

He also signaled his intention to roll back tailpipe emission standards, which will worsen greenhouse gas emissions.

https://www.theverge.com/2025/1/20/24347980/trump-ev-order-carbon-emission-rule

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Written by Frank on 2025-01-19 at 22:19

Some Volkswagens

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Written by Frank on 2025-01-19 at 22:18

Some shots of cars who went to Bendigo swap meet yesterday.

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Written by Frank on 2025-01-17 at 22:55

Just been to Aldi to get some groceries. Had at one intersection both coming and going, a Toyota decide to turn left from the wrong lane. Right across traffic. First time it was a Corolla, second time a Camry. 🤦‍♂️

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Written by Frank on 2025-01-17 at 21:33

Daniel Sanders becomes second Australian to win famous Dakar Rally

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-01-17/daniel-sanders-wins-dakar-rally/104832086

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What an amazing achievement!

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Written by Frank on 2025-01-16 at 07:40

In 2013 someone built a replica of "The Homer" out of a 1987 BMW 325e and competed in the 24 Hours of LeMons

https://www.reddit.com/gallery/1i2exqw

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Written by Frank on 2025-01-16 at 00:29

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Written by Frank on 2025-01-15 at 10:30

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Written by Frank on 2025-01-15 at 02:16

The 1979 Herzog Conte Schwimmwagen was a German attempt to create an amphibious SUV; it was based on the Mk1 Ford Granada

https://www.reddit.com/gallery/1i1e55d

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Written by Frank on 2025-01-13 at 21:34

Mystery Man Saves Multimillion-Dollar Car Collection From Wildfires by Parking in McDonalds Lot

Onlookers were shocked to see the collection, including a Mercedes 300SL Gullwing, temporarily stashed next to a McDonalds drive-thru.

https://www.thedrive.com/news/mystery-man-saves-multi-million-dollar-car-collection-from-wildfires-by-parking-in-public-lot

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Written by Frank on 2025-01-12 at 22:44

It's only early, and my weird spot so far was a bright Barbie pink Suzuki Jimny

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Written by Frank on 2025-01-11 at 21:07

Smooth, reliable and fanging: Australia’s enduring love affair with the Toyota Corolla

For almost 60 years the little cars have been a consistent favourite, passed down through generations, hotted up and given pet names

https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2025/jan/12/australia-love-affair-toyota-corolla

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Written by Frank on 2025-01-10 at 05:47

My lifted Yaris pulls a Jeep Compass out of the snow

https://www.reddit.com/r/Roadcam/comments/1hxrk35/usa_my_lifted_yaris_pulls_a_jeep_compass_out_of/

Found on Reddit 🤣

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Written by Frank on 2025-01-09 at 10:23

The Honda Jazz is all the car 90% of Australians need and probably should buy, prove me wrong

https://www.reddit.com/r/CarsAustralia/comments/1hwy0ds/the_honda_jazz_is_all_the_car_90_of_australians/

I post this for the Hoonda Jazz/Fit fans out there

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Written by Frank on 2025-01-09 at 00:04

BYD Yangwang U9 electric supercar jumps over potholes and spikes: Video

The battery-powered supercar can be seen reaching 120km/h before jumping over a 2.5m pothole and tyre spikes.

https://www.drive.com.au/news/byd-yangwang-u9-jumps-over-potholes-and-spikes-video/

I want to see @KiwiEV do this with potatoes when testing this car.

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Written by Frank on 2025-01-08 at 23:59

Honda Explains Why 0 Series EVs Don’t Look Like Your Neighbor’s Civic

Honda's design boss says he wants to create cars desirable to own and that “make people happy.”

https://www.thedrive.com/news/honda-explains-why-0-series-evs-dont-look-like-your-neighbors-civic

ain't desirable with that butt

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Written by Frank on 2025-01-08 at 23:57

Mercedes Made a Short Film Celebrating How Much Data It Collects About You

I mean, I guess it's cool that your car knows your favorite coffee shop and night club. But is it?

https://www.thedrive.com/news/mercedes-made-a-short-film-celebrating-how-much-data-it-collects-about-you

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