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Chery Recalls 23,667 Vehicles in South Africa Over Axle and Brake Faults

South Africa has announced recalls for Chery Tiggo 4, Omoda C5 and Tiggo 8 Pro Max models. Australian vehicle involvement remains unknown.

Ford Mustang Cobra Teased for 2027 With ‘All-Motor’ V8 Soundtrack

Ford has teased the Mustang Cobra’s return in 2027, hinting at naturally aspirated V8 power and a possible Cobra R. Australia remains unconfirmed.

BYD Ti7 Approved for Australia as JLR Defender Dispute Continues

BYD's seven-seat Ti7 plug-in hybrid SUV has Australian type approval, but local pricing and launch timing remain unconfirmed amid a Dutch legal dispute.

2027 Leapmotor B05 Update: Lafa 5 Tipped for 660km CLTC Range

The updated Leapmotor Lafa 5, sold here as the B05, is due in China with a 17.3-inch screen and AR head-up display. Australian timing is unconfirmed.

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HQ Weighs Australian Ute, Sedan in Five-Model Plan With Decision Due Within Six Months

Hongqi's Australian importer is discussing a ute with FAW, seeking 500-1,000 monthly sales to justify it as part of a planned five-model EV range.

2027 Hongqi E-HS9 Targets Sub-$150,000 Australian Price With $10,000 Cashback Offer

Hongqi launches in Australia as HQ, targeting an E-HS9 price below $150,000 before on-road costs, with cashback offers and a 10-year battery warranty.

Manual C8 Corvette Conversion Revealed With Up to A$101,100 Price Estimate

US tuner Peitz Performance Tunes has built a six-speed manual C8 Corvette, with a conversion estimate of US$60,000-$70,000 excluding the car.

2027 GWM Wey Lanshan: 510kW Plug-In Hybrid Opens China Pre-Sales

The new GWM Wey Lanshan starts from about A$62,700 in China, with 510kW and a claimed 1196km combined range. An Australian launch is not confirmed.

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2028 Lotus Type 135 Confirmed With Twin-Turbo V8 Hybrid and Over 735kW

Lotus's 2028 Type 135 will debut Horse Powertrain's 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 and hybrid dual-clutch gearbox, with more than 735kW combined.

BYD Ti7 Faces Dutch Court Dispute Over JLR Defender Copying Allegations

JLR alleges BYD's Ti7 infringes Defender intellectual property in a Dutch court dispute. No infringement finding has been made; both firms declined comment.

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2027 HQ E-HS9 Review
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Rated 3.5 out of 5

The 2027 HQ E-HS9 brings six-seat luxury and a huge battery, but slow charging and ambitious pricing raise questions at our Australian first look.

2027 GWM Haval H7 Vanta PHEV AWD Review
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Rated 4.0 out of 5

The 2027 GWM Haval H7 Vanta PHEV delivers serious pace, a plush cabin and sharp drive-away pricing. But does this boxy family SUV get the basics right?

2027 Freelander 8 Review
B+
Rated 4.0 out of 5

We drive the 2027 Freelander 8 PHEV in China ahead of its Australian arrival, testing its luxury cabin, huge space, hybrid grunt and off-road promise.

2027 JAC Hunter PHEV Review
B
Rated 3.5 out of 5

The 2027 JAC Hunter PHEV ute is cheap, powerful and genuinely surprising off-road, but rough edges and quality issues hold it back.

2027 GWM Cannon Alpha 3.0 Diesel Review
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Rated 4.0 out of 5

We test the 2027 GWM Cannon Alpha Vanta diesel: 620Nm, sharper Australian-tuned handling and generous equipment, but some familiar ute compromises remain.

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2027 GWM Tank 500 Vanta Review
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Rated 4.0 out of 5

The diesel GWM Tank 500 Vanta is plush, torquey and aggressively priced, with huge touring range and a few big-SUV compromises.

2027 Suzuki Carry Review
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Rated 3.5 out of 5

The 2027 Suzuki Carry is a tiny grey-import kei truck with huge tray space, tiny power and surprising city charm. Here’s our first drive.

2027 MG3 Review
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Rated 3.5 out of 5

The 2027 MG3 Vibe is Australia’s cheapest new car, but its comfort, space and warranty make the compromises easier to swallow.

2026 Ford Ranger vs 2026 Toyota HiLux Comparison Review
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Ford vs Toyota

We compare the 2026 Ford Ranger and 2026 Toyota HiLux on price, engines, interiors, towing, off-road ability and driving to see which ute is best.

2027 Tesla Model 3 Standard Review
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Rated 4.0 out of 5

Tesla's cheapest Model 3 cuts price, not range. We test the 2027 Model 3 on Aussie roads to see what the budget EV sedan keeps.

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