New Car Production and Delivery Delays
Toyota Wait Times In 2023: How long are Toyota’s delivery delays?
Your model-by-model guide to estimated wait times on a new Toyota
Volkswagen Tiguan all-wheel-drive models back in stock, 2024 changes detailed
Volkswagen Australia has announced it has 1400 five-seat Tiguan AWDs available imminently, ahead of a minor update due soon
Hyundai i30 N and i20 N orders re-open in Australia!
Orders for Euro-built i30 N and i20 N hatches resume
Toyota tells customers “there is no need to pay over the odds”
Toyota customers should not accept dealer mark-ups when buying a brand-new vehicle, says exec
Skoda’s semiconductor shortage stops: Blind-spot and rear cross-traffic alerts return
Every new Skoda sold in Australia from later this year will again be fitted with blind-spot and rear cross-traffic alerts as standard, joining other tech updates
Sunroof-less 2023 Hyundai Tucson opened to new buyers with reduced wait time
Hyundai is offering a non-sunroof Tucson Highlander special as supply issues continue to bite – but it is only available for a limited time
2023 Toyota C-HR sold out, order holders pointed to all-new model
Toyota has halted orders of its current C-HR small SUV, with the next-gen version more than six months away from local showrooms
Nissan Ariya electric SUV still no closer to Australia, could arrive next year
The all-electric Nissan Ariya will arrive in Australia no earlier than 2024, with global demand and no local regulation still to blame
2023 Honda Civic Type R wait times cut by ‘up to nine months’
Honda’s Aussie arm has managed to secure an extra 500 examples of the Civic Type R
2023 Kia Sportage GT-Line orders temporarily paused due to chip shortage
Kia Australia has temporarily paused orders for the flagship Sportage due to several component shortages
Lexus NX450h+ plug-in hybrid pulled off-sale after two-year-plus wait time
Lexus Australia has paused order books for the NX450h+ plug-in hybrid SUV, with the last buyers required to wait at least two years
Ford wait times in 2023: How long are Ford’s delivery delays?
Your model-by-model guide to estimated wait times on a new Ford in 2023
Mitsubishi wait times in 2023: How long are Mitsubishi’s delivery delays?
Your model-by-model guide to estimated wait times on a new Mitsubishi in 2023
Hyundai wait times in 2023: How long are Hyundai’s delivery delays?
Your model-by-model guide to estimated wait times on a new Hyundai in 2023
Kia wait times in 2023: How long are Kia’s delivery delays?
Your model-by-model guide to estimated wait times on a new Kia in 2023
2023 Ford Ranger and Everest lose equipment as semiconductor chip shortage bites
The imminent ‘MY2023.5’ updates for the latest-generation Ford Ranger and Everest will introduce new features – but anti-theft tech has been omitted
Nissan wait times in 2023: How long are Nissan’s delivery delays?
Your model-by-model guide to estimated wait times on a new Nissan in 2023
New car delays: Which top 20 models are affected?
So you want to buy a new car, but don’t want to wait or lose out on features? Here’s the lowdown on what’s happening with the market’s key players
Mazda wait times in 2023: How long are Mazda’s delivery delays?
Your model-by-model guide to estimated wait times on a new Mazda in 2023
Subaru wait times in 2023: How long are Subaru’s delivery delays?
Your model-by-model guide to estimated wait times on a new Subaru in 2023
MG wait times in 2023: How long are MG’s delivery delays?
Your model-by-model guide to estimated wait times on a new MG in 2023
Isuzu wait times in 2022: How long are Isuzu’s delivery delays?
Your model-by-model guide to estimated wait times on a new Isuzu in 2022
2023 Subaru Forester 2.5X Special Edition announced, here before Christmas
The entry-level Subaru Forester receives an aftermarket infotainment system in a bid to reduce wait times
Toyota production ‘at record levels’ company says, and Australia is a priority
Despite production stoppages and ongoing wait times, exec says local arm is still on the right track