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Breaking: Tesla Full Self-Driving Launches Publicly in Australia & New Zealand Effective Immediately
Tesla launches Full Self-Driving (Supervised) in Australia and New Zealand, available right now via upgrade, purchase, or subscription.
2026 Skoda Enyaq Price and Specs
The 2026 Skoda Enyaq range comprises three variants across two body styles, with prices starting at $50,990 before on-road costs.
New entry-level 2026 Skoda Elroq Now Under $50K with a Smaller Battery
The 2026 Skoda Elroq 60 Select is now the entry-level variant, with a 63kWh battery and a starting price of $47,990 before on-road costs.
2026 Geely Starray EM-i Australian Pricing and Launch Offer Officially Confirmed
Official prices for the 2026 Geely Starray EM-i Plug-In Hybrid SUV have been confirmed, starting from $37,490 before on-road costs.
Zeekr 7X Test Drives Begin October 6, Deliveries Will Start Soon After
Zeekr 7X test drives start October 6 in Australia, with first customer deliveries set for October 15.
Run-Out Discounts Announced for 2024 CUPRA Formentor VZe PHEV
The price of the CUPRA Formentor VZe plug-in hybrid small SUV has been dropped to $47,990 drive-away, down from $64,990 before on-roads.
2026 Toyota GRMN Corolla Leaked on Social Media
Images of the Toyota GRMN Corolla have leaked on social media, after an uprated version of the brand’s hot hatch was teased in April.
Chery and Omoda Jaecoo Offer Free Servicing with New Limited-Time Offers
Five years of free servicing is being offered for the Chery Tiggo 7 and Tiggo 8 PHEV models and the Omoda Jaecoo range for a limited time.
Ford Ranger Recalled Due to Brake Boost Issue
Over 1,600 examples of the popular Ford Ranger ute built between 2024 and 2025 are being recalled due to a brake boost issue.
Chery’s BYD Dolphin Rival was Recently Unveiled in China, but it's Unlikely to Come Here
The Chery QQ3 electric hatchback was recently unveiled in China, set to rival the BYD Dolphin. But a local launch is currently unlikely.
LDV Deliver 9 Campervan coming to Australia
Based on the Long Wheelbase High Roof van, the LDV Deliver 9 campervan is coming to Australia in October, priced at $89,990 drive-away.
GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV Undercuts BYD Shark 6 with September Driveaway Offers
GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV undercuts BYD Shark 6 in September with $53,490 driveaway pricing, alongside wider SUV and ute savings.
2026 Renault Clio Unveiled in Europe but No Plans Currently for Australia
The 2026 Renault Clio has been unveiled in Munich, with four available powertrain options, but there are no plans confirmed for Australia.
Ford Everest Recalled Due to Tow Bar Hitch Issue
Due to an incorrectly welded tow bar hitch, 701 examples of the 2021 Ford Everest have been recalled in Australia.
Leapmotor B05 Electric Hatchback Unveiled as B10 SUV Launches in Europe
Leapmotor unveils its B05 electric hatchback as the B10 SUV launches in Europe, with both models expected in Australia.
Flush Retractable Door Handles Could Soon Be Banned in China
Popularised due to their aerodynamics and aesthetics, China may ban retractable door handles amid safety concerns and unreliability.
2025 Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron and SQ6 Sportback: Australian Pricing and Specifications Revealed
Audi confirms Q6 Sportback e-tron pricing for Australia, with three variants starting from $99,900 and up to 585 km WLTP range.
BYD Offers $2,000 Dealership Credit for Shark 6 and Sealion 7 Purchases
BYD are offering customers who place a Shark 6 or Sealion 7 order by the end of September $2,000 worth of dealership credit.
2026 MGU9 Ute Prices Teased: GWM Cannon Alpha Rival Will Start from $55,000
MGU9 prices will range from $55,000 to $65,000, but it remains unclear if these figures are before on-road costs or drive-away prices.
Chery Announces $2,000 Discounts for Hybrid, PHEV and BEV Offerings in September Sale
Chery has cut $2,000 off the price of its Hybrid, PHEV and BEV vehicles for a sale running between September 11th and September 14th.
2026 Nissan QASHQAI to Launch in Australia as e-POWER-Only Hybrid Line-Up
Nissan confirms the 2026 QASHQAI will launch in Australia with e-POWER hybrid technology only, featuring Australian-made components.
Hyundai Rocked By Major U.S. Mass Deportation Scandal
475 workers, mostly South Korean nationals, arrested in a major immigration raid at Hyundai-LG’s Georgia EV battery plant.
Daniel Ricciardo Announced as Ambassador for Ford Racing
Australia’s ex-F1 driver, Daniel Ricciardo, will be an ambassador for the Raptor performance nameplate and Ford’s off-road activities.
2026 Genesis G80 Price and Specs for Australia
Genesis launches the 2026 G80 range in Australia, led by the new G80 Black flagship with exclusive design and sustainable materials.
BMW iX3 Unveiled With Mind-Boggling Specs, Including Over 800km Range
BMW unveils the 2026 iX3 with 805km range, 400kW charging, new design language, and Australian deliveries starting mid-2026.
Toyota’s First Plug-In Hybrid SUV in Australia: 2026 Toyota RAV4 Specs Revealed
Toyota’s 2026 RAV4 introduces plug-in hybrid options, a GR Sport flagship, and expanded safety and tech, ahead of its Australian launch.
August Sees a Strong Sales Month for Chinese Makes in Australia
August marks the first time four Chinese brands have ranked within the top 10 manufacturers for monthly vehicle sales figures.
GWM Confirms Specs for Tank 500 Hi4-T Plug-In Hybrid, 300kW and Triple Locking Differentials
GWM has confirmed specifications for the Tank 500 Hi4-T plug-in hybrid, which adds a larger motor, bigger battery, extended EV range.
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ANCAP Scolds Major Car Manufacturer For 'Optional' Safety
ANCAP has issued dual safety ratings for the Kia K4, with most variants achieving five stars, but the base model only four stars.
Toyota GR Supra Supercar Revealed, But No Plans For Road Car Return
Toyota has unveiled its Supra Supercars Championship challenger, but there are no future plans for its road-going counterpart.
2025 GWM Haval H6 Range Expands With New Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid Variants
GWM has introduced two new electrified Haval H6 variants in Australia, expanding the SUV range with HEV and PHEV options, out mid-September.
MG U9 Ute Revealed with Key Features, Pricing Expected to Rival LDV Terron 9
MG reveals MGU9 with 2.5L diesel, 3.5t towing, electric tailgate and premium cabin. Pricing likely to mirror LDV Terron 9 but unconfirmed.
Hyundai’s Seven-Year Warranty Comes with a Cost
Hyundai have launched a seven-year unlimited kilometre warranty in Australia, but prices have increased depending on the model.
2026 Tesla Model Y Performance Pricing Confirmed for Australia and New Zealand
2026 Tesla Model Y Performance confirmed for Australia and NZ, priced from $89,400 with 343kW output, 580km range, and late 2025 delivery.
Volkswagen Tiguan and Tayron PHEV Models Confirmed for Australia in early 2026
The Volkswagen Tiguan and Tayron SUVs will be available as PHEVs in Australia from early next year in 150kW and 200kW power output guises.
2026 Audi Q5 Sportback Details Expected Imminently Ahead of Its Australian Arrival
Pricing and specification details are expected shortly ahead of the 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback’s Australian release late this year.
We Drove Tesla FSD in Australia - It’s Real, and It’s Coming Soon
We drove Tesla’s FSD in Australia: real streets, real traffic, zero hands. Here’s why rollout could be just around the corner.
2026 Chery Tiggo 7 Arrives in Australia with Smaller Engine, Same Price
Chery has launched the 2026 Tiggo 7 in Australia, replacing the 1.6L turbo with a smaller 1.5L engine and revising equipment.
Skoda Kamiq 130 Years Edition Price and Specs
The 2026 Skoda Kamiq 130 Years Edition tops the range with additional features and a starting price of $44,990 before on-road costs.
The Suzuki Jimny XL is Back on Sale Right Now
Suzuki Australia lifts sales hold on Jimny XL after investigation finds no issues, with deliveries resuming immediately.
GWM Cannon Alpha Recalled
Nearly 2,500 examples of the GWM Cannon Alpha ute are being recalled in Australia due to a power steering wiring harness fault.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The GT-R is Dead
Production of the R35 Nissan GT-R has ended after 18 years, but the iconic performance badge still has a future, according to the brand.
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.
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