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Chery signals a tiny electric hatch that could undercut the BYD Atto 1 as Australia's cheapest EV

Chery has floated a small electric hatch, badged Q, aimed under the BYD Atto 1 and its 23,990 dollar starting price. It is not confirmed for Australia yet, but in China it already sits below the Atto 1, and if it lands here near 20,000 dollars drive-away the cheapest new EV stops being a novelty.

Mitsubishi recalls 6,384 Pajeros over a front control arm weld that can fail

Mitsubishi is recalling 6,384 Pajeros from 2017 and 2018 over a weld on the front right lower control arm that can fail. If it lets go, steering and stability go with it. The fix is free.

Mercedes-Benz recalls 4,227 A-Class hatches where a leaking drain can disable the airbag control unit

Mercedes-Benz is recalling 4,227 A-Class hatches from 2018 and 2019 where a badly fitted air conditioning drain lets condensation pool inside. That water can knock out the airbag control unit and the emergency call system. Inspection and repair are free.