So what do you drive ?

[joeb]

Originally Posted by JHamilton

My whip for the week, possibly longer. I chose the nardo gray one with raised white letter IRONMAN tires. It does have a Florida tag. Gross!

Is the dark tint a factory installed thing? Every one I see here is tinted out.

[JHamilton]

Originally Posted by joeb

Is the dark tint a factory installed thing? Every one I see here is tinted out.

Yes, its the standard 20% on SUVs, vans, and trucks.

[Gerard C]

Appreciated by celebs! Is it better than a C-Max?

[E.B]

When we have all bar the front windows blacked out, its referred to as "Privacy Glass".
I cant remember that I have ever even sat in the back seat of my car.

[Mike Harte]

Originally Posted by E.B

When we have all bar the front windows blacked out, its referred to as "Privacy Glass".
I cant remember that I have ever even sat in the back seat of my car.

I think that the only time/s that I sat on the back seat of my car was when I was a lot younger, and I was being a very naughty boy" And we could have made good use of the "Privacy Glass" if it had been an option back then.

Didn't need the back seat when I drove the Zodiac tow car as it had a very comfortable bench seat, with a column gear lever, so no impediments!

[JHamilton]

Originally Posted by Gerard C

Appreciated by celebs! Is it better than a C-Max?

I'm afraid I've never been in a c-max. A Pacifica is quite a bit bigger, though. This one isn't but they are actually very nice and comfortable.

[JHamilton]

Originally Posted by E.B

When we have all bar the front windows blacked out, its referred to as "Privacy Glass".
I cant remember that I have ever even sat in the back seat of my car.

I tint the windows of all my vehicles. It looks better aesthetically but mainly because it cuts the heat down immensely. I'm probably going to add clear ceramic to the windshield and sunroof of my truck.

[Gerard C]

I guess its a bit like the Grand Caravan here, at lot of room and comfy. Only issue, common to many like our Renault Espace, the towing capacity is rather limited.

E.B, what a good point, the rear seats. When watching pick-up interior views, I always wonder how many owners did actually test the rear seats. Some look good but ask to a young adult to sit there during hours and you'll be surprised. And disappointed in the case of a pick up if you store big bags inside the cabin!

[Gerard C]

Talking about what we call here "monospaces" aka passenger vans, did someone test the best America could send us, the Pontiac Trans Sport? I wont mention Aerostar here… And don't laugh, the best chassis I could appreciate in this category is the Fiat Multipla.

[E.B]

I didnt know where to post this but chose this thread. Its not about what car o I drive, but I guess it fits more into a what car MIGHT I drive. Or might other Australians drive.

As many here would be aware Australia had its own arm of General Motors, Holden, that used to be the market leading car brand, along with Ford. However Holden sales declined to the point it became unviable and ceased production.

No GM presence in Aus. Other than niche models and a few trucks.

However today I read that storied American brand Cadillac will launch officially in Australia next year. No not all the Escalades and stuff, but it seems for Caddy electric vehicles. It all starts next year with the all-new Lyriq electric SUV.

Cadillac say they will be selling cars in a new unique way...... the American heritage brand's new electric SUV will spearhead its arrival in Australia, however will not be available through traditional dealerships like luxury competitors from Porsche, Maserati, BMW, Audi and Mercedes-Benz.

Instead all future Cadillac cars in Australia will be sold direct by the brand through exclusive retail stores initially located in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane.

Cadillac says the exclusive purchase journey and luxury prices of its cars will be backed up with a white glove aftersales experience, where servicing is managed through the same retail stores.

There is more about launch plans cars, specs and pricing with lots of pretty pics and more words about what next in the future for Cadillac downunder.....here:

https://www.racv.com.au/royalauto/tr...ease-date.html

[JHamilton]

Originally Posted by Gerard C

I guess its a bit like the Grand Caravan here, at lot of room and comfy. Only issue, common to many like our Renault Espace, the towing capacity is rather limited.

E.B, what a good point, the rear seats. When watching pick-up interior views, I always wonder how many owners did actually test the rear seats. Some look good but ask to a young adult to sit there during hours and you'll be surprised. And disappointed in the case of a pick up if you store big bags inside the cabin!

Yes, the caravan was a Dodge branded product and the first minivan but they don't sell it anymore. With the discontinuation of the 300, the Pacifica is the only car Chrysler sells. Stellantis is really struggling in the US market.

[Gerard C]

Originally Posted by JHamilton

Stellantis is really struggling in the US market.

The Peugeot brand always did. Lets see if Renault, again, or may be Alpine can have a successful comeback. But TBH, there a so many important difference between any Eu market and yours that it will be a tough time for them. Unlike Japanese brands we have no large sedan to offer. And the reliability is still questionable.

[Gerard C]

Interesting marketing approach from Cadillac, EB. Selling Ev's in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane is very wise, those vehicles cant go too far from a plug!

[Gerard C]

About what do you drive, who on here did drive a full EV? Did you like it and do you recommend? I don't unless in town to commute even when riding my bicycle I'm always focused - obsessed!- by the remaining energy. And I can get it about the real level of emissions, when all parameters are in.

[joeb]

Originally Posted by E.B

I didnt know where to post this but chose this thread. Its not about what car o I drive, but I guess it fits more into a what car MIGHT I drive. Or might other Australians drive.

As many here would be aware Australia had its own arm of General Motors, Holden, that used to be the market leading car brand, along with Ford. However Holden sales declined to the point it became unviable and ceased production.

No GM presence in Aus. Other than niche models and a few trucks.

However today I read that storied American brand Cadillac will launch officially in Australia next year. No not all the Escalades and stuff, but it seems for Caddy electric vehicles. It all starts next year with the all-new Lyriq electric SUV.

Cadillac say they will be selling cars in a new unique way...... the American heritage brand's new electric SUV will spearhead its arrival in Australia, however will not be available through traditional dealerships like luxury competitors from Porsche, Maserati, BMW, Audi and Mercedes-Benz.

Instead all future Cadillac cars in Australia will be sold direct by the brand through exclusive retail stores initially located in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane.

Cadillac says the exclusive purchase journey and luxury prices of its cars will be backed up with a white glove aftersales experience, where servicing is managed through the same retail stores.

There is more about launch plans cars, specs and pricing with lots of pretty pics and more words about what next in the future for Cadillac downunder.....here:

https://www.racv.com.au/royalauto/tr...ease-date.html

That is interesting to hear. Wonder if that sales model will work there or in other locations as well?

[broadrun96]

The whole franchise model has been getting chipped away at for years and accelerated with Tesla not doing dealerships at all. Think they won in every state bar Jersey cause can't pump your own gas and can't buy your car direct

When I got my truck you could literally buy it from Ram online completely and they would assign the closest dealer to pick your truck up. But the rebates were nil and no adjustments from MSRP. Would be far far far better if we just allowed sales like everything else and here's a price, take it leave it we couldn't care any less. In my drunken and stupid opinion we'll get there eventually but the government and corrupt unions (not all are but sadly more are than not) will fight tooth and nail to prevent it

[Gerard C]

Originally Posted by joeb

That is interesting to hear. Wonder if that sales model will work there or in other locations as well?

Will work if they make golf karts.

[Gerard C]

Chris, I think you're still in Spain. Did you see a Velolaser ont the road? It seems to be a true wound to check the speed.

[E.B]

Yes into my last week now,head back home next weekend. Not really driven too much whilst here so not seen velolasers but have heard they are not your friend! I know they are multidirectional, and can be used unmanned and are very transportable.... However I maybe one jump ahead of them.... my Intl Driving Permit used here is linked to a UK licence I dont use but still keep.
Not that I ever exceed speed limits.

[Gerard C]

But of course………… pffffffff……………

[Gerard C]

Thanks to our gov protecting some suppliers, it seems we won't have this pesky Velolaser. We have enough bad things to bother us on the road. But it's always fun to see the police forces using Waze! It keeps them awake, between two strikes.