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This Chinese BYD Electric Supercar is Now the World’s Fastest EV
BYD’s YANGWANG U9 Track Edition hits 472.41 km/h in Germany, setting a new record as the world’s fastest electric supercar.

Mazda Introduces Cheapest CX-60 Yet With New Petrol Engine
The 2025 CX-60 range now starts from $44,240 MLP, with a 2.5L petrol option expanding affordability across Pure, Evolve and Touring trims.

Nissan’s New Kei Car Debuts New Features for Japan’s Popular Segment
The 2026 Nissan Roox kei car arrives in Japan with segment-first features and a starting price of ¥1.6 million (around $16,700).

2026 Geely Starray EM-i Prices Leaked
The 2026 Geely Starray EM-i will reportedly start from $39,990 before on-road costs, making it Australia’s second cheapest PHEV.

2026 GWM Ora Range Streamlined with Single Battery Choice
The 2026 GWM Ora lands in Australia in September with a new battery and a revised model structure, starting from $35,990 drive away.

2026 Polestar 2 Gains Upgrades with No Starting Price Change
The 2026 Polestar 2 receives a new processor and an upgraded battery in the standard variant, while its starting price remains unchanged.

2026 Ford Ranger Black Edition Returns Cheaper Than Last Year
Ford confirms MY26 Ranger Black Edition for Australia with lower drive-away than last year; limited run, orders open now, arrivals Oct 2025.

Steve Irwin’s Toyota LandCruiser Heads to Auction
Steve Irwin’s 1982 Toyota LandCruiser Troopy, once used at Australia Zoo and sold on eBay in 2013, heads to auction this month.

The New Electric Car Brand Possibly Landing in Australia
JMEV sell electric hatchbacks, a sedan and even a sports car, and a new trademark registration could mean they’re coming to Australia.

2025 Ram 1500 Rebel Australian Pricing and Specs Confirmed
The 2025 Ram 1500 Rebel is coming to Australia in September, sporting off-road add-ons and a price tag of $141,950 before on-road costs.

Six-Seat Tesla Model Y Now On Sale in China
The Tesla Model Y L has a longer wheelbase, seating for six and is now on sale in China, but is yet to be confirmed for Australia.

Toyota GR Supra to be Discontinued Within Days
Orders for the current-generation Toyota GR Supra will close by the end of August after nearly six years on sale in Australia.

GWM Have Sold Their 200,000th Car in Australia
GWM has sold their 200,000th car in Australia, 16 years after launching as the first Chinese car brand to enter the local market.

2026 KGM Rexton Price and Specs
The 2026 KGM Rexton SUV receives new features and an updated safety suite, but at a higher price tag, now starting from $52,000 drive away.

2026 KGM Musso Price and Specs
The 2026 KGM Musso dual cab ute range arrives with new features and increased prices across the range, starting from $42,500 drive away.

EVs See Record Sales in Q2 2025
Battery electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles experienced record sales in Q2 2025 in Australia, making up 13.1 percent of new cars sold.

Zeekr 7X Surpasses 1,000 Australian Pre-Orders in First Week
Zeekr 7X secures over 1,000 Australian pre-orders in its first week, with launch offers available until late September.

New Front-Wheel Drive MG 4 to Sell Alongside Existing Rear-Wheel Drive and All-Wheel Drive Models
The new 2026 MG 4 FWD electric hatchback will not replace the existing RWD and AWD models, instead being sold alongside them.

The Nissan ARIYA Marks the "next chapter" for the Brand's Electric Vehicles
After lengthy delays, the Nissan ARIYA electric SUV is finally on its way to Australia, marking the "next chapter" for the brand's EVs.

A New Subaru WRX Sportswagon Could Come with Hybrid Power as Early as 2026
A new Subaru Levorg, badged as the WRX Sportswagon in Australia is reportedly on the way with hybrid power according to news out of Japan.

The Facelifted Chery Tiggo 7 May Receive a Power Output Cut
The new Chery Tiggo 7 will be powered by a 1.5-litre petrol engine with less power than its predecessor according to government documents.

2026 Geely Starray EM-i Powertrain Details Revealed Ahead of Q3 2025 Launch
Details regarding fuel economy, regen modes and drive modes have been revealed for the Geely Starray EM-i mid-size plug-in hybrid SUV.

Zeekr 7X Expected to be the Brand's Volume Seller in Australia
The Zeekr 7X luxury mid-size electric SUV is expected to be the "volume mover" for the brand in Australia, taking on the Tesla Model Y.

Renault to Launch Six New Models in Australia in the next 18 Months
Renault are planning to bring six new or updated models to Australia within the next 18 months, however exact details remain scarce.

2025 BYD Sealion 6 Gets Extended Range Model to Challenge GWM Haval H6GT PHEV
BYD launches Sealion 6 Dynamic Extended Range in Australia with up to 140km EV range, priced at $46,990 plus on-road costs.

Shock Pricing! Zeekr 7X Undercuts Tesla Model Y With $57,900 Price Tag
2025 Zeekr 7X priced from $57,900 in Australia with up to 615km range, fast charging, luxury interior and flagship AWD performance.

Chery Tiggo 4 Hybrid Price and Specs Confirmed
Pricing and specification has officially been confirmed for the 2026 Chery Tiggo 4 Hybrid compact SUV, priced at $29,990 drive away.

Ford Ranger Super Duty Undergoes Extreme Off-Road Durability Tests
Ford subjects Ranger Super Duty to a multi-day, 600kg ‘mud-pack’ test at to assess component durability in extreme off-road scenarios.
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Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo Joins Jungheinrich Australia’s Fleet as Electric Partnership Launches
Jungheinrich Australia adds Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo electric vans to its fleet as both companies push toward low-emission logistics goals.

Australia's Top 10 Best-Selling Vehicles of July 2025
Toyota has claimed the top 2 sales spots with the HiLux and RAV4, knocking the Ford Ranger to third place for the first time this year.

2026 Foton Tunland Priced from $39,990 in Australia with Mild-Hybrid Diesel Power
Australian pricing and specifications for the 2026 Foton Tunland diesel ute has been confirmed, starting from $39,990 before on-road costs.

Mazda Overtakes Ford in July as Australian Car Sales Hit Record High
Mazda has overtaken Ford in year-to-date sales as Australia records its highest-ever July new vehicle total at 103,097 units.

Kia Tasman Cab-Chassis Pricing Announced, Will Follow Dual-Cab Pick-Up Variants
Kia confirms Tasman cab-chassis pricing from $38,010, expanding the ute range beyond Pick-Up variants now available in Australian showrooms.

GWM More Australian Than BYD? Lang Lang Move Changes the Debate
GWM secures permanent residency at Lang Lang Proving Ground to localise vehicles for Australian and New Zealand roads.
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This Iconic Honda Nameplate is Returning to Australia After 24 Years
Honda confirms the Prelude will return to Australia in 2026 as a hybrid sports model, 24 years after the last generation.
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2025 Cupra Terramar Achieves Five-Star ANCAP Safety Rating Across Petrol and Hybrid Variants
The 2025 Cupra Terramar scores five stars in ANCAP safety testing, with strong occupant protection and solid crash avoidance performance.

New Audi Q5 & SQ5 Hit Australia: Prices, Specs, and Why They’re a Big Deal
Audi confirms 2025 Q5 and SQ5 pricing for Australia, with five variants launching priced from $81,000 to $122,400.

Hyundai’s Big EV Confession: Why They’re Losing to Kia Down Under
Hyundai CEO Don Romano says, “We do a terrible job with EVs,” as Hyundai makes up just 3.2% of Australia’s 2025 EV sales year-to-date.

Suzuki Fronx Hybrid SUV Arrives in Australia This September: Price, Specs, and Features Revealed
Suzuki Fronx Hybrid launches in Australia from $28,990, offering mild-hybrid tech, advanced safety, and SUV styling in one top-grade model.

Is This Nissan’s Best EV Yet?
2025 Nissan ARIYA arrives from $55,840 with four grades, dual screens, up to 504 km range, and Nissan’s first AWD EV system in Australia.

All-New Volkswagen Tayron Launches in Australia: Full Price and Features Revealed
Volkswagen launches the 2025 Tayron SUV in Australia with four variants from $48,290, offering five- and seven-seat layouts and AWD options.

Mercedes-AMG Expands Edition R Line-Up to A-Class and CLA Models, Debuts New Edition R+
Mercedes-AMG brings its Edition R range to the A-Class and CLA, following earlier availability on C 43 and GLC 43 performance models.

The 2025 Jeep Gladiator Just Got an Update
The 2025 Jeep Gladiator arrives in Australian dealerships with new updates and a starting price of $82,990 before on-road costs.

Is this Australia's Most Unroadworthy Car?
A BMW 3 Series missing its bonnet and driver's seat has stunned police after it was stopped in Melbourne's south-east.

Kia Tasman Earns Five-Star ANCAP Safety Rating
Kia’s first ute, the Tasman, receives a five-star ANCAP safety rating for its 4x4 dual-cab variants under 2023–2025 criteria.

Semi-Autonomous Driving Likely Imminent for Teslas in Australia
Tesla Country Director for Australia and New Zealand says there are "no regulatory blockers" for supervised semi-autonomous in Australia.

2025 GWM Haval 'Big Dog' H7 Vanta Hybrid Price and Specs
GWM launches the 2025 Haval H7 'Big Dog' in Australia from $46,990 drive-away, offering hybrid power, rugged design, and a Vanta variant.
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New 2025 Omoda 9 SHS Priced from $61,990 in Australia: 395kW Flagship Plug-in Hybrid Revealed
The 2025 Omoda 9 SHS arrives in August, offering 169km EV range, 395kW power, and a $61,990 price tag for the single Virtue grade.

Lexus and Toyota Models Affected by 70,000+ Car Recall
Both Toyota and Lexus models have been recalled in Australia over a software issue affecting over 70,000 cars across the two brands.

Orders Have Closed for This 70 Series Toyota LandCruiser Variant
Orders have closed for the Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series GXL Wagon automatic in Australia due to high demand and low production.

Subaru's New Electric SUV Has Just Been Revealed
The Subaru Uncharted electric compact SUV has been unveiled in the United States although plans for Australia remain unconfirmed.

Polestar 3 Recalled Over Bumper Wiring Harness Issue
The Polestar 3 electric SUV has been recalled in Australia with an issue affecting 172 vehicles built between 2024 and 2025.

The Mercedes C-Class Just Got an Upgrade!
The 2025 Mercedes C 43 AMG sedan receives performance upgrades and new aesthetics while the C 300 has a new standard equipment list.

Nissan to End Production at Iconic Factory
After more than 60 years, the Oppama plant will cease production for Nissan by the end of the 2027 fiscal year.

Jeep Wrangler Range Gets an Update
The 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4x4 SUV in Australia gets two new colours and a new price tag starting from $79,990 before on-road costs.

Mercedes' Compact SUV Just got Plug-in Hybrid Power
The 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLA 205 e plug-in hybrid compact SUV has launched in Australia, priced from $78,000 before on-road costs.

Mercedes Have Revealed their First Electric Wagon
The Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake with EQ Technology goes on sale next year in Europe, with the Australian market under consideration.

Ex-Tokyo Drift Mazda RX-7 Sold at Auction
The Veilside Fortune Mazda RX-7 featured in The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift has sold at auction for over $1.87 Million AUD.

This Toyota People Mover Could Be Coming to Australia
A trademark has been registered by Toyota for the "ESTIMA" which could herald the arrival of a new people mover in the Australian market.

Hyundai's Flagship Electric SUV is Here
The 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 9 has arrived in Australia, priced at $119,750 before on-road costs.

Australian Pricing Confirmed for 2025 Renault Master
The 2025 Renault Master van range consist of short and mid-wheelbase models, with prices starting from $55,200 before on-road costs.

These Updates are Coming to the Suzuki Jimny
The 2026 Suzuki Jimny light SUV is about to receive a mid-life update, with new safety features coming for the three-door model.

The Hybrid Chinese Luxury SUV With Over 1000kW
Presales for the 1030kW Zeekr 9X PHEV SUV begin in China in August, offering 3.1s 0–100km/h and 1000km range with Level 3 autonomy.

New Subaru Electric SUV Teased
The 2026 Subaru Uncharted electric compact SUV has been teased by the brand's American arm.

Next i20 N or i30 N to Go Hybrid, Hyundai Confirms
Hyundai confirms next-gen N cars like i20 N or i30 N will feature hybrid powertrains

Hyundai N Developing All-New, Affordable Performance EV
Hyundai N is developing an all-new affordable performance EV using 400V tech, separate from IONIQ 5 N and 6 N, now in advanced engineering.

The New Special Edition Corvette Landing in Australia
2026 Corvette Stingray R Launch Edition hits Australia/NZ in Jan with 50 units, 396kW V8, 3LT trim, carbon fibre and race-inspired styling.

The Long-Wheelbase Tesla Model Y Coming for the Chinese Market
The Tesla Model Y L is a long-wheelbase version of the electric SUV releasing in China with an Australian release yet to be confirmed.

Honda's Large Electric SUV Cancelled after Billions Cut Out of Electric Car Development
Honda's electric plans have been scaled back amid slowing EV sales and the implications of America's Big Beautiful Bill.

IONIQ 6 N Debuts as Hyundai’s Highest Performance EV Yet
The Hyundai IONIQ 6 N has been revealed as the brand’s most powerful EV yet, with up to 478kW and 0–100km/h in 3.2s.

2026 Mazda CX-5 Gets Massive Upgrades
Mazda reveals the all-new 2026 CX-5 with a larger cabin, new touchscreen, and updated safety features ahead of its Australian launch.

Alfa Romeo’s all-new SUV starts from $45,900 in Australia
The 2026 Alfa Romeo Junior compact SUV launches in Australia from $45,900 before on-road costs, with both hybrid and electric variants.
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ANCAP Reveals: Polestar and Forester Ace, Inster Fails 5-Star
The ANCAP scores for the Polestar 4, Subaru Forester and Hyundai Inster have been revealed.

JAC T9 Ute Recalled Over Airbag Restraining Bolts
161 JAC T9 utes built between 2023 and 2024 have been affected in the latest recall.

An Electric Replacement for the Kia Picanto is Looking Likely
Kia has a new small electric car in the works according to it's President and CEO.

This Iconic Skyline Colour is Back in Style
Australian pricing for the Nissan Z's 2025 model year has been confirmed, and Bayside Blue is making a comeback.

Has One-Pedal Driving Been Banned in China?
New regulations will ban one-pedal driving as the default setting for electrified cars in China.

This Nissan Factory Could Be Saved By The Company That Builds The iPhone
A deal between the Japanese marque and Foxconn – who manufactures the iPhone – could help save Nissan's Oppama plant.
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This electrified SUV is "more accessible than ever"
Australian pricing has been confirmed for a new entry-level trim for the Nissan Qashqai e-POWER

The Fiat 500 Hybrid’s Italian Homecoming
Production for the Fiat 500 Hybrid begins in November at a historic facility for the brand.

The Second MG HS Hybrid Variant Coming to Australia
Australian prices for the 2026 MG HS Hybrid+ start from $42,990 drive away.

Yet another Tesla Model Y beater launched in China
The Xpeng G7 electric SUV received 10,000 in its first nine minutes on sale.

This small SUV is getting EV Power
With an electrified Dacia Duster all but confirmed, a Renault Duster EV could be on the way!

FCAI Boss Says Lack of Demand For Hybrids and Electric Cars May Hurt New Emissions Regulations
Tony Weber, the Chief Executive of the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries, has voiced his doubts on the new NVES regulations.

Price and Specs for the Chery Tiggo 4's Latest Challenger Revealed
Prices and specs have been revealed for the 2026 Mahindra XUV 3XO, Australia's cheapest new SUV.

This Cheap Family SUV Just Got an Upgrade
Australian pricing and specs for the facelifted 2026 GWM Haval H6 have been revealed

Nissan Slashes X-TRAIL Prices in Australia – Here’s How Much You’ll Save
Nissan cuts X-TRAIL prices in Australia by up to $3,000 for its 23rd anniversary — with e-POWER options and 10-year warranty coverage.

Is This the Best-Value 4X4 SUV in Australia?
The new Renault Duster lands from $31,990 plus on-roads, offering 4X2 and 4X4 options, a manual gearbox, and strong value in a compact SUV.

These New Mercedes EVs are Priced Below the Luxury Car Tax Threshold in Australia
Mercedes-Benz launches EQA and EQB 250+ City Edition EVs in Australia with new features, sub-LCT pricing, and tax-friendly benefits.

2026 Xiaomi YU7 Coming for Tesla Model Y's Crown as China's Best Seller
240,000 non-refundable orders have been placed for the Tesla Model Y's latest rival from China, the Xiaomi YU7.

2026 Mahindra Scorpio-N Gains New Safety Features and New Trim Level
The Mahindra Scorpio-N gains Level 2 ADAS in the top-spec Z8L, while a new Z8T trim level slots into the range.
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Toyota Corolla Cross Gains GR Upgrades with Australian Prices Unveiled
2026 Toyota Corolla Cross Australian prices start at $37,440 before on-road costs with the GR Sport topping the range.

Kia Tasman Conquers Beer O’Clock Hill
The Kia Tasman has successfully taken on one of Australia's hardest off-road challenges at The Springs 4x4 Adventure Park in Queensland.

2026 LDV Terron 9 Launches with Sub-$50k Drive Away Pricing
The LDV Terron 9 Ute arrives in showrooms in July with a drive-away prices from $50,990 for qualified ABN holders.

Special Edition Toyota GR Supra Set for July Arrival
The Track Edition is set to arrive as the Australian flagship of the Supra range and a swansong for the outgoing generation.

Mazda RX-7 Successor Could Enter Production as Early as 2026
The Iconic SP concept, unveiled in 2023, could enter production with a rotary powertrain provided there's a viable business case.

Skoda Epiq and Vision 7S Electric SUVs Locked for Australia, PHEV Models in Testing
The Epiq and Vision 7S are expected to arrive in Australia in 2027 with the Superb and Kodiaq PHEV models still being evaluated.

Geely Starray EM-i Plug-in Hybrid Coming to Australia
The new plug-in hybrid is Geely's second Australian model, arriving in late-2025.

Suzuki to Launch Three Electrified SUVs in Australia
Three new electrified SUVs are coming to Australia between September 2025 and Q1 2026

2026 Nissan Patrol NISMO breaks cover in the Middle East
While not yet confirmed, an Australian release for the 396kW and 700Nm Y63 Patrol NISMO is possible.
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