Thanks for joining us this Friday 9 August 2024. Notably in car news today: the Isuzu D-Max and MU-X models have been recalled due to a software issue, and Mitsubishi adds new payload variants for Triton range.
Browse this issue:
- Isuzu D-Max and MU-X recalled
- Mitsubishi adds two new payload variants for Triton range
- Chery wants to be bigger than Kia in the UK: report
- First ever electric Dodge Charger priced in the USA
- Reviewed: 2024 Mitsubishi Triton GLS
Isuzu issues recall for 150,000 D-Max and MU-Xs
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Isuzu has issued a recall notice for its D-Max ute and MU-X large SUV, affecting almost 150,000 vehicles in Australia.
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The recall notice is detailed as follows: “due to a software issue, the Engine Control Module (ECM) may incorrectly reduce the engine speed. If this occurs, the engine may stall, resulting in a loss of motive power”.
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“A loss of motive power whilst driving could increase the risk of an accident causing injury or death to vehicle occupants and/or other road users”, the notice goes on to state.
Isuzu has issued a recall for the D-Max ute and MU-X large SUV
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The brand says it will contact all affected owners in writing, requesting they make an appointment to inspect and update the software, free of charge.
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In total, 149,049 vehicles built between 2020 and 2024 are affected, with all VIN numbers available for download here.
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The D-Max was Australia’s third most popular vehicle last year with 31,202 deliveries, while the MU-X was Australia’s 22nd most delivered vehicle, with 14,139 deliveries.
Mitsubishi adds two new payload variants for Triton range
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Mitsubishi has added two new variants to its Triton ute range with reduced payloads.
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The Triton GLS and GSR grades will now be available with variants that offer “payloads of under 1000kg”.
Mitsubishi is adding new payload variants to its Triton range
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The current payloads for the GLS and GSR are 1075kg and 1030kg respectively, with these variants continuing to be offered alongside the lower payload variant options.
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Prices for the under and over one-tonne variants will be the same at $59,090 for the GLS and $64,840 for the GSR, before on-road costs.
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The new payload options will be available on vehicles produced from August.
Chery wants to be bigger than Kia in the UK: report
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Chery’s UK director, Victor Zhang, has told media that the Chinese brand has bold targets and will launch Omoda and Jaecoo to that market, much like the situation in Australia.
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When asked about sales targets, Zhang said that “It’s not easy to answer, but I hope in five years time that we can get a similar market share as Kia”.
Chery has voiced bold growth targets
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In Australia, Chery currently has a 0.7 percent share of the new car market, compared to Kia’s 6.5 percent market share.
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Chery sells three models in Australia, the Omoda 5 small SUV, the Tiggo 7 SUV and the Tiggo 8 Pro Max SUV.
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Chery will launch its Jaecoo brand in Australia, along with a new BEV version of the Omoda 5, called the E5.
First ever electric Dodge Charger priced at AUD$94K
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Dodge has announced US pricing for its first ever electric muscle car, the Charger Daytona, with the model set to start at USD$61,950 (AUD$94,000) for the 370kW Daytona R/T.
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Pricing will top out at USD$75,185 (AUD$114,000) for the 500kW Daytona Scat Pack. The model is set to go into production in America in the first half of 2025.
The new Dodge Charter Dayton electric has been priced in the US
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The Charger has been priced more expensive than the Ford Mustang Mach-E in the US, which tops out at USD$55,890 in GT guise.
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The upcoming electric Dodge Charger has not yet been confirmed by the Stellantis’ Australian division
Mitsubishi Triton GLS reviewed
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Chasing Cars journalist Zak Adkins’ review of the 2024 Mitsubishi Triton GLS was published, including his thoughts on the new-generation ute and how it stacks up against key rivals.
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Adkins reported several key positives for the Triton including a frugal and grunty 2.4-litre bi-turbo diesel engine, lots of practicality, impressive payload and plenty of standard safety tech.
Journalist Zak Adkins has reviewed the 2024 Mitsubishi Triton GLS ute
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However, some things he thought could be improved in future included the very annoying driver monitoring system, a somewhat confused transmission, the loud and rattly nature of the 2.4-litre engine and it’s certainly not as cheap as it once was.
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In conclusion, Adkins thought that although the new Triton doesn’t shift the ute game forward astronomically, it does a solid job of offering plenty of options for the Aussie buyer.
READ: Link to full written review
The next issue of Car News Today will be published on Monday 12 August at 4.30pm Sydney time.
