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Are reservations required for Jetski rental Curacao?

Are Reservations Required for Jetski Rental Curacao? Exploring the turquoise waters of Curacao on a jetski is an exhilarating experience that draws travelers from all over the world. Whether you are a first-time visitor or a seasoned adventurer, planning ahead can significantly enhance your water sports experience. One common question many tourists ask is, “Are […]

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Can I get SUV car rental with driver Mumbai?

SUV car rental with driver Mumbai For travelers looking for extra comfort, space, and power while navigating the busy streets of Mumbai or heading out for long trips, an SUV is often the preferred vehicle type. Many people wonder, can I get SUV car rental with driver Mumbai? The answer is absolutely yes. Several reputed […]

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MG 3 gets significant safety upgrade, pricing unchanged

MG has added more safety equipment to its entry-level model, netting it a better ANCAP rating than before. The Chinese auto brand quietly added a front centre airbag and a driver monitoring system to MG 3 vehicles produced from April 30, 2025 onwards. These changes, plus improvements to the light hatchback’s collision avoidance capability, have […]

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2026 MG U9 ute pricing teased as Australian launch nears

MG Motor Australia’s first ute will be priced between $55,000 and $65,000 when it launches here before the end of 2025. The MG U9 will initially be offered in three dual-cab 4×4 pickup variants in Australia: the base Explore, mid-spec Explore X, and flagship Explore Pro. MG Motor Australia hasn’t confirmed whether the price range […]

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Nissan Patrol: Twin-turbo LandCruiser rival could come early

Nissan Australia says it’s “ready” for the next-generation ‘Y63’ Patrol 4WD SUV, opening the door to an earlier launch Down Under if it becomes available before the current late-2026 timing. Managing director for Nissan Oceania, Andrew Humberstone, told CarExpert the Japanese brand’s local arm is working hard to satisfy its strong order bank of the […]

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Polestar 5: Australian pricing revealed for Porsche Taycan-rivalling EV

Order books have opened for the flagship 2026 Polestar 5, which will start at $171,100 before on-road costs – the most expensive model from the Swedish electric vehicle (EV) brand yet. Developed from the Precept concept car, the Polestar 5 is an aluminium-bodied five-door, ‘four-plus-one’ seat grand tourer rival to the Porsche Taycan. Measuring more […]

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Australia’s EV ‘tax’ one step closer as government works with states, territories

The Australian Government has confirmed it is working with states and territories to introduce a road user charge that will affect owners of electric vehicles (EVs). Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers has released a joint statement alongside the treasurers of Australia’s states and territories, providing a rough outline of what a road user charge needs to […]

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Volkswagen ID. Cross concept previews T-Cross-sized electric SUV

The Volkswagen ID. Cross Concept has been unveiled at the 2025 Munich motor show, and previews the brand’s city-friendly electric SUV that’s set to debut mid-next year. Painted a shade of green dubbed Urban Jungle, the ID. Cross features the brand’s new ‘Pure Positive’ design language, which Andreas Mindt, the brand’s design chief, says is […]

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2026 Tesla Model Y price and specs

The facelifted Tesla Model Y launched here earlier this year, and now the popular mid-size electric SUV range is being joined by a flagship Performance grade. First customer deliveries are scheduled for December, with pricing starting at $89,400 before on-road costs – still sliding under the Luxury Car Tax (LCT) threshold despite being sourced from […]

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2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC EV exterior leaked days ahead of launch

The exterior of the all-electric Mercedes-Benz GLC with EQ Technology has appeared online a few days before its official unveiling on the September 7, European time. Its unclear how these promotional photos were obtained, but they have appeared on the Mercedes-Benz subreddit and the Kindel Auto Instagram account. They appear genuine and marry up with […]

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Porsche may break a 94-year-old tradition with its next SUV

For the first time in its history, Porsche could send more power to the front wheels of a new model when it launches the belated successor for its original internal combustion engined (ICE) Macan. According to Autocar, the replacement for the combustion-powered Macan, codenamed ‘M1’, will share its Premium Platform Combustion (PPC) underpinnings with the […]

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2025 Toyota GR Supra Track Edition review

The time has come, and the bell has tolled: Australian orders for the current-generation Toyota GR Supra have closed, at least for now. Introduced in 2019, the born-again A90-series GR Supra marked the long-awaited rebirth of one of Toyota’s most iconic nameplates, as the model had been out of production for nearly 20 years. Naysayers […]

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2026 Ram 1500 Rebel review

The Ram 1500 full-size pickup was updated earlier this year, and the range is already expanding. Joining the V8-less dual-cab lineup is the Ram 1500 Rebel, an off-road-focussed variant that has long been touted for Australian release but has never been sold here by official importer Ram Trucks Australia – until now. As with the […]

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Three decades of Mercedes-Benz Sprinter celebrated with rugged limited edition

Mercedes-Benz is celebrating three decades of its large Sprinter delivery van by releasing a limited edition that brings a claimed $25,000 worth of premium features. However, the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 30th Anniversary Edition van won’t come cheap at $105,931 before on-road costs – $16,422 more than the Sprinter 419 Mid Wheelbase (MWB) Panel Van on which […]

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Volkswagen Tiguan and Tayron PHEVs confirmed for Australia

Volkswagen Australia has confirmed it will introduce plug-in hybrid (PHEV) versions of its Tiguan and Tayron SUVs in the first half of 2026 as it looks to capitalise on the uptake of hybrid models. While full details are yet to be confirmed, Volkswagen Australia head of product for passenger vehicles, Arjun Nidigallu, told CarExpert that […]

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VFACTS August 2025: Four Chinese brands in top 10

Australians took delivery of 100,539 new vehicles in August, up 2.2 per cent on the same month last year. There’s a major caveat here – these figures don’t include Tesla and Polestar, which report their sales figures to the Electric Vehicle Council (EVC). The EVC has previously published its monthly sales report the day before […]

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2026 GWM Cannon Ultra review

The GWM Cannon has long been gunning for Australia’s favourite utes, but so far this year it’s barely been nipping at their heels, let alone keeping them awake at night. GWM’s ute, which started life in 2020 as the GWM Ute, underwent a major update earlier this year, when it was rebranded as the Cannon […]

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Ford Mustang and Mustang Mach-E recalled

Ford is recalling over 400 examples of its Mustang and Mustang Mach-E as their headlights mightn’t work properly. “Due to a programming issue, the Light Emitting Diode Driver Control Module (LDM) may fail,” the company says in its recall notice. “As a result, high beam, low beam, position lamps and daytime running lamps may not […]

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2026 Audi SQ5 review: Quick drive

The Audi SQ5 is arguably the original performance SUV in the premium mid-size segment, and to this day it remains a popular choice both in Australia and around the world. Like the Q5 on which it’s based, the SQ5 had that goldilocks pitch of being ‘just right’ in size, performance and price; and the diesel […]

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2026 Kia Stonic gets major facelift, in Australia by year’s end with mild-hybrid

The Kia Stonic city crossover SUV has been given a substantial reskin and technology upgrade, ahead of an Australian launch during the fourth quarter of 2025 that will see it move to electrified powertrains. Now sporting the Korean brand’s new ‘Opposites United’ design language as seen on its latest models, the Stonic trades the old […]

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2026 Audi Q5 price and specs

The third-generation Audi Q5 has landed in Australia, boasting exclusively 48V mild-hybrid powertrains at launch with plug-in hybrid power on the way. Cost of entry is up by nearly $7600 over the outgoing model to $81,000 before on-road costs, though Audi says the base model alone has “over $10,000 of extra value” without accounting for […]

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R35 Nissan GT-R: Mission accomplished

Nissan was taking a massive risk. The Skyline GT-R had earned its place in performance car legend with its giant-killing tech after the arrival of the 1989 R32 which, for many Australians, was their first taste of the devastating capability of the almighty GT-R – so much so that our media coined the term ‘Godzilla’ […]

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2025 Toyota Corolla SX review

They say “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it”, and Toyota seems to have taken that to heart with its evergreen Corolla. There’s good reason for that too, because even though the current 12th-generation model was released way back in 2018, it’s still Australia’s best-selling small car by a very long way. With 11,322 deliveries […]

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2026 Volvo ES90 price and specs

The Volvo ES90 electric liftback is available to order now, ahead of first customer deliveries beginning in early 2026. Volvo says it’s a cross between a sedan, fastback and SUV, but its Australian website simply classifies it as a sedan. It’s also now Volvo’s only model with a sedan-like shape on the Australian market, following […]

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2026 Tesla Model Y Performance revealed: Hot EV quicker, meaner-looking than before

The facelifted Tesla Model Y Performance has been revealed, and it’s the quickest and most aggressive-looking version of the brand’s mid-size electric SUV so far. The hot crossover SUV has been revealed for Europe and the Middle East, where customer deliveries will begin in September. Australian release timing has yet to be announced; unlike those […]

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Skoda doubling its electric SUV lineup in Australia

Skoda Australia has mapped out its launch calendar for the next two years, and that includes a pair of brand-new electric SUVs at both ends of the size spectrum. The small Epiq and seven-seat Vision 7S will both arrive in 2027, bookending the Elroq and Enyaq and rounding out Skoda’s range of electric SUVs. “2027 […]

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2026 Porsche Macan adds new tech, more towing capacity

Porsche Cars Australia has confirmed a range of new tech features for the Macan Electric as part of a running model year change. Due to hit local Porsche Centres “by the end of the year”, the model year 2026 (MY26) Macan adds several new tech items as standard or optional equipment – including a new […]

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2025 Toyota HiAce price and specs: Tech upgrade, price hikes for top-selling van

The Toyota HiAce has received a slew of new features, ranging from more safety technology to a new digital instrument cluster. The extra equipment comes at a cost, however – a premium of $2994 over the mid-size delivery van it replaces, to be precise. For now, Toyota has only released information on the HiAce Van […]

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2026 Volkswagen T-Roc: New generation unveiled with higher quality interior

The Volkswagen T-Roc has been redesigned with a larger body, a higher quality interior, and, to start off with, a pair of mild-hybrid drivetrains. Stylistically the new T-Roc gains Volkswagen’s latest corporate face and lighting signatures, but retains the original’s signature C-pillar treatment and signature C-pillar treatment, although it has grown half-a-size. Up front there […]

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Fiat Ducato recalled | CarExpert

Stellantis Australia is recalling more than 500 examples of its Fiat Ducato van due to an issue with its autonomous emergency braking system. “Due to a software issue, the Automatic Emergency Brake (AEB) function may not reactivate when manually turned off and then on during the same ignition cycle,” the company says in its recall […]

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Sayonara Godzilla: Final R35 Nissan GT-R rolls off the line

The final R35 Nissan GT-R has rolled off the production line at Nissan’s Tochigi plant in Japan, closing out a lengthy 18-year production run for the iconic Japanese super coupe. After announcing the end of production back in March, Nissan has now produced the final R35 GT-R – a Premium Edition T-Spec, finished in Midnight […]

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2026 Toyota HiLux spied again as reveal nears

The cavalcade of Toyota HiLux spy photos and leaks continues, with the next-generation ute spied again ahead of an expected reveal later this year and a local launch likely in early 2026. In these images from Instagram account autonetmagz, we can see a single-cab pickup testing in Thailand where the HiLux is built. While this […]

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2026 Audi Q3 Sportback ‘coupe SUV’ unveiled ahead of Australian launch

The Sportback ‘coupe’ variant of the third-generation Audi Q3 has been unveiled with a dash more sportiness in return for reduced practicality. Compared to the regular Q3 SUV, the Sportback has a roof line that curves down more aggressively after the A-pillar, and is 29mm lower. Boot space with the rear seats folded down is […]

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Ford F-150 recalled | CarExpert

Ford is recalling everyF-150 pickup truck it has sold in Australia, due to the potential for vehicles to lose power, or move while parked. “Due to a manufacturing defect, the rear wheel hub bolts may become loose or break causing damage to the wheel axle and axle hub splines over time,” Ford Australia says in […]

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2025 Ram 1500 price and specs

UPDATED 24/08/25 08:00am:We’ve updated this article, which was originally published on March 21, 2025, to include pricing and specifications for the new Ram 1500 Rebel announced earlier this week. The Ram 1500 has swapped its Hemi V8 engine for a twin-turbo ‘Hurricane’ six-cylinder, with the heavily updated and better-equipped pickup due to arrive in Australia […]

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How cars help bring happiness to Australians

Cars are more than just appliances – for many of us they’re a retreat, a bedroom, and even a friend. That’s according to a new study from Youi, which looked at how Australians use their cars and how they feel about them. The Youi Car Confessions study, conducted by Dentsu Intelligence, surveyed 2020 Australians over […]

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2025 BYD Sealion 6 price and specs

UPDATED 23/08/2025 08:00am:We’ve updated this article to include the new Dynamic Extended Range announced this month. The lineup of the BYD Sealion 6, Australia’s best-selling plug-in hybrid (PHEV) SUV, has continued to evolve during 2025. After slashing the price of the base Dynamic variant in January by $3000 to $45,990 before on-road costs, making it […]

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Chinese electric ute goes to toil in Australian mines

The JAC T9 EV isn’t on sale in Australia yet, but the electric dual-cab ute is being pressed into duty in some of our country’s harshest conditions. Warrikal – which provides maintenance and project services to various tier-one mining companies – is this month commencing a six-month field evaluation of the Chinese electric ute. The […]

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California mulling its own EV incentives after Trump dumps federal tax credits

California is considering giving electric vehicle (EV) buyers cash incentives after the United States federal government drops its incentives from September 2025. A California Air Resources Board (CARB) report proposed funding “to replace expiring federal tax credits and expand access to ZEVs [zero emission vehicles] for low-income consumers and small businesses”. US President Donald Trump included […]

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Volkswagen Golf-sized Leapmotor B05 EV hatch set for Munich reveal

Leapmotor will reveal its new B05 – a Volkswagen Golf and Toyota Corolla-sized hatchback – at the 2025 Munich motor show next month, and it could be bound for Australia. The B05 will be the third ‘B-Series’ model from the Chinese brand, joining the Tesla Model 3-rivalling B01 sedan revealed at the Shanghai show in […]

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2026 Polestar 2 gets more range, faster charging for no extra cost

The Polestar 2 has received a range of updates for model year 2026 (MY26), but it hasn’t become any more expensive. The updated electric liftback range is now available to order, ahead of first customer deliveries in November. The entry-level ‘Standard range Single motor’ variant has received the most substantial updates, despite remaining priced at […]

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Nissan Ariya electric SUV charges into Australia with special offers

The Nissan Ariya will undercut various key rivals on price, but early buyers of the long-awaited mid-size electric SUV – launching here in September – may get an even better deal. The base Engage variant, as well as the mid-range Advance and Advance+ grades, are being offered with a free three-phase onboard charger upgrade valued […]

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Pedestrian deaths are driving up the road toll

Australia’s 15-year high road toll is largely attributable to a sharp increase in pedestrian deaths, says the Australian Automobile Association (AAA). According to new data from the Bureau of Infrastructure and Transport Research Economics, a sharp increase in pedestrian deaths in the 12 months to July 31 pushed Australia’s road deaths to their highest level […]

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How Honda is making car maintanence affordable again

SPONSORED The cost of living crisis is having an impact on how Australians maintain their vehicles. As rising prices for basic goods and groceries force households to adjust their spending habits, car owners are delaying regular services to save money according to a survey conducting last year on behalf of insurance provider, Youi. The 2024 […]

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2026 Tesla Model Y L: Order books open for six-seat SUV

The Tesla Model Y L has gone on sale in China, a version of the world’s top-selling electric vehicle (EV) with a longer body and a six-seat layout. The Model Y L, with L for ‘Long’, adds 150mm to the standard five-seat Model Y Long Range AWD version’s 2890mm wheelbase but is 184mm longer overall, […]

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Nissan X-Trail Nismo coming to take on Toyota RAV4 GR Sport – report

The Nissan X-Trail has never been accused of being sporty, and while most members of the booming mid-size SUV segment are staid, there’s still a market for something more dynamic. According to Japanese outlet Creative Trend, that has led Nissan to plan a Nismo version of its popular X-Trail, which would follow in the footsteps […]

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GWM hits major sales milestone in Australia

GWM has now sold 200,000 vehicles in Australia, achieving the milestone late last week after more than 16 years of operating locally. The 200,000th vehicle was a Fossil Grey Tank 300 sold in Victoria by South Morang GWM Haval. It comes only 27 months after the 100,000th GWM was sold in Australia in March 2023, […]

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GWM Tank 500 set to get Cannon Alpha’s PHEV system in Australia

The GWM Tank 500 had already been confirmed to get a plug-in hybrid option in Australia, but the question remained: which one? The large off-road SUV, a direct rival for the Toyota Prado, offers a choice of two different plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrains in its home market of China, branded Hi4-T and Hi-4Z. Now, Australian […]

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Honda says it’s no longer a ‘volume brand’

Honda says it’s not a ‘volume brand’, but it’s not using its upmarket status as a reason not to grow sales in Australia, where it says the CR-V has the potential to topple the Toyota RAV4 from its throne. The Japanese brand’s local sales in the first seven months of 2025 have put Honda on […]

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Some auto brands will leave Australia, predicts Suzuki Queensland boss

The boss of Suzuki Motor Corporation’s distributor in Queensland and northern New South Wales predicts some automotive brands will withdraw from the Australian market, including some of the newer Chinese entrants. “I think there’ll definitely be brands that don’t make it [in Australia]. I think there’ll be brands in China that won’t last – they’re […]

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Honda Australia not worried about Chinese competition

Honda Australiasays it has what it takes to compete with the growing number of Chinese brands in our market, as it looks to rebuild after several tough sales years. While Honda is pitched – and priced – as a more premium brand than many Japanese rivals, it’s facing increased competition from new brands from China. […]

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2026 KGM Rexton price and specs: Former SsangYong SUV gets more kit for more money

The seven-seat KGM Rexton large SUV has finally received additional safety tech in Australia, years after these features were added in its home market. The move to electrically assisted power steering means the Korean Ford Everest rival now has lane-keep assist, and it’s also picked up adaptive cruise control – something revealed for Korean-market models […]

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Jaecoo J5: Chinese Hyundai Kona rival locked in for Australian launch

The Jaecoo J5 SUV has been confirmed for an Australian launch by the end of 2025 as the Omoda Jaecoo brand’s smallest, most affordable model locally. Speaking to CarExpert, Shawn Xu – vice chairman of Chery International and CEO of Omoda Jaecoo – confirmed the Jaecoo J5, a small SUV similar in size to the Kia […]

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Hemi V8-powered Charger all but confirmed

Dodge CEO Matt McAlear has provided the strongest hint yet that the rumours are correct: the new-generation Dodge Charger muscle car will follow the Ram 1500 in returning to Hemi V8 power. Replacing both the previous V6- and V8-powered Challenger coupe and Charger sedan, the new Charger launched as an electric vehicle (EV) in North […]

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Jeep Grand Cherokee PHEV price slashed by over $30,000 in runout sale

Jeep still has examples of its flagship Grand Cherokee in Australia, and it’s offering major discounts to clear stock of the discontinued large SUV. The Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit Reserve 4xe plug-in hybrid (PHEV) is now being offered for $77,760 before on-roads, which is $33,090 less than its previous list price of $110,850 plus on-roads. […]

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Tesla opens the Southern Hemisphere’s largest Supercharger site in NSW

Tesla has opened its largest Supercharger electric vehicle (EV) charging station in the Southern Hemisphere, and it’s just over two hours’ drive from Sydney, New South Wales. The new station in Lockyer Street, Goulburn – in the shadow of the ‘Big Merino’ landmark – includes 20 V4 Supercharger stalls providing charging speeds of up to […]

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Volkswagen ID.4 and ID.5: More kit and more models complete EV SUV range

Volkswagen is giving its ID.4 and ID.5 duo more features as the full range of mid-size electric SUVs becomes available locally. The Volkswagen ID.4 GTX and ID.5 Pro join the entry-level ID.4 Pro and flagship ID.5 GTX that reached local showrooms in July. They’re arriving here as model year 2025.5 (MY25.5) vehicles, and all MY25.5 […]

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2026 Aston Martin Valhalla review: Prototype drive

Settling in behind the wheel of the Aston Martin Valhalla feels a bit like you’re getting ready to race a Le Mans hypercar. You sit inboard, nestled up against a narrow centre console, snugged in hip-hugging seats that place your backside 25mm lower to the ground than in any other mid-engine supercar. The firewall separating […]

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BMW and Mercedes-Benz set duelling electric SUV reveals

The BMW iX3 SUV – the first of the German brand’s ‘Neue Klasse’ electric vehicles (EVs) – will be revealed in full at the Munich motor show commencing on September 8, 2025, just a day after arch-rival Mercedes-Benzpulls the covers of its all-new electric GLC with EQ Technology. BMW has called the iX3 “one of […]

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MG to expand its small EV lineup in Australia with a second MG 4

MG Motor Australia has locked in the new MG 4 electric hatchback revealed in China earlier this year for local release, but it won’t replace the existing MG 4. Instead, MG will position the more softly styled, front-wheel drive hatch beneath the existing rear- and all-wheel drive model in Australia. “The new-for-2026 front-wheel drive [model] […]

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2025 Toyota HiAce LWB review

The best-selling mid-size van in Australia needs no introduction – it’s a staple in the segment, and it wears an all-too-familiar badge. Note: This is an updated version of a review first published in July 2024, as there have been no major changes to specifications since publication, save for some minor price adjustments. We have […]

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Volkswagen Touareg: Flagship SUV on the chopping block – report

After nearly two and a half decades on sale, the Volkswagen Touareg may cease to exist in the very near future, according to a new report out of the UK. Autocar says ‘insiders’ have told the publication that production of the German brand’s luxury SUV will cease in 2026, leaving the new Tayron SUV to […]

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2026 MG 4 detailed: Softer front-wheel drive hatch to get semi-solid-state battery

More next-generation MG 4 information has been released, with the brand announcing Chinese-market pricing and specifications for the new electric hatchback that may be released in Australia. It’s launching in China on September 5 with a choice of two lithium iron phosphate batteries, but MG has confirmed mass deliveries of a semi-solid-state battery option will […]

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2025 Nissan Patrol prices hiked by $5000

All versions of the Nissan Patrolare now $5000 more expensive than before, following a range-wide price increase from August 1. As of this month, the entry-level Ti variant is priced at $95,600, the mid-range Ti-L at $107,100 and hardcore Warrior flagship at $110,660. All prices exclude on-road costs. The price rise follows the release of […]

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How Honda started the hybrid revolution

SPONSORED Innovation happens slow, then fast, as they say – and there’s no better example than petrol-electric hybrid cars. While it seems every other model launched today has hybrid technology under its bonnet, it’s been almost 25 years since the first hybrid was released in Australia, and it’s probably not the one you’re thinking of. […]

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Mercedes-Benz GLC EV: New mid-size SUV gets modern twist on brand’s classic face

Mercedes-Benz is having another crack at the mid-size luxury electric SUV segment, with the GLC with EQ Technology teased ahead of its reveal next month. The battery-electric version of the German premium brand’s best-seller will debut at the Munich motor show (aka IAA Mobility) on September 7, 2025. Mercedes-Benz has released a teaser image showing […]

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2025 Toyota Yaris Cross review

The Toyota Yaris Cross was launched in Australia way back in August 2020, and in 2024 it received an overdue upgrade to its interior technology. Note: This is a revised version of our most recent review of the Toyota Yaris Cross, as there have been no major changes to the model since it was published. We […]

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2026 MG 4 spied: Two-car strategy firming for small EV segment

MG could release a second small electric hatchback in Australia, giving it yet another rival for the likes of the BYD Dolphin and GWM Ora. Images taken by CarExpert reader Lindsay in Canberra show a camouflaged, right-hand drive version of the new MG 4 previewed in China in March. “We have taken our evaluation of […]

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2025 Audi A5 Sedan TFSI 150kW review

The Audi A4 has been a staple of the German marque’s range since the mid-1990s, and continued the lineage of the brand’s mid-size premium sedan offering that dates right back to the ’70s. But in 2024, after five generations of a very popular nameplate, Audi decided to throw out the A4 name and make the […]

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Suzuki’s flagship SUV hanging on, but for how much longer?

Production may have ended for Suzuki Australia’s largest and most expensive SUV, but the brand insists there’s still plenty of stock for prospective buyers. The S-Cross was one of five Suzukis to fall victim to updated Australian Design Rules (ADR) that outlined specific performance requirements for autonomous emergency braking (AEB) systems. This change also affected […]

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2025 MG IM5: Quick drive

The MG IM5 may have an MG Motor badge on its tailgate, but this is no ordinary MG. Parent company SAIC Motor established IM Motors in 2020, in a joint venture with Alibaba and ZJ Hi Tech. IM Motors is SAIC Motor’s premium electric vehicle (EV) brand, targeting the likes of Zeekr. Like that formerly […]

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Cupra “pushing really hard” for connected services in Australia

Cupra Australia says it’s “pushing really hard” with its Spanish global parent to bring factory-backed connected services Down Under, in direct response to customer feedback. Speaking with CarExpert, head of product for Cupra Australia – Jeff Shafer – said the lack of connected services in the brand’s vehicles locally is something his team is directly […]

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2025 Chevrolet Silverado ZR2 review

The full-size pickup segment in Australia continues to grow, but the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 still has a couple of unique selling propositions. Firstly, it’s the only one of its competitive set – which also includes the Ford F-150, Ram 1500 and Toyota Tundra – to offer a variant in Australia specifically tailored for off-roading. Sadly, […]

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1200hp RAM TRX vs Aston Martin DBX707 drag race

Our drag racing series has fired up again and this time we’re bringing out the heavy hitters. Going up head-to-head this time around is a twin-turbo supercharged 1200hp RAM TRX up against the go fast Aston Martin DBX707. We need to give a massive shoutout to our mates at eBay for helping us cover the […]

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Cupra Born VZ: EV hot hatch coming early 2026, more affordable options could follow

Cupra Australia will finally bring the 240kW Born VZ electric hot hatch early in 2026, though customers eager for less powerful variants will have to wait a little longer. Speaking with CarExpert, head of product for Cupra Australia – Jeff Shafer – said the high-performance Born will arrive at the beginning of next year (despite […]

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2026 Honda Prelude has no direct competition, say Australian bosses

The Honda Prelude name will return to Australian showrooms for the first time in 25 years with its planned arrival in mid-2026, but it won’t sit alongside any direct rivals nor set sales charts on fire, according to the brand. The Prelude was previously a mainstay in a highly competitive sports car market which has […]

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2025 LDV Terron 9 review

The first ever LDV Terron 9 dual-cab 4×4 ute is bigger than a Ford Ranger, cheaper than a Toyota HiLux and will spawn a near-identical twin in the upcoming MG U9 – so should you wait for the MG or go for the Terron 9, which is now in showrooms? Search for the meaning of […]

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A Suzuki Jimny ute “would be awesome”, says small-car brand’s local chief

The pint-sizeJimny is Suzuki Australia’s best-selling model, and the Japanese brand’s local boss says he wants to expand the boxy little off-road SUV’s range to include commercial vehicles like utes, panel vans, and even small trucks. “A Jimny ute would be awesome in Australia. A Jimmy anything is awesome in Australia,” Suzuki Australia general manager […]

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Suzuki Jimny deliveries halted in Australia

Suzuki Australia has issued a stop-delivery order for the Suzuki Jimny five-door with immediate effect, with dealers across the country instructed by the automaker to cease all deliveries of the iconic compact off-roader until further advice from the automaker’s head office in Japan. Attracting a cult-like following, the Jimny is Suzuki Australia’s best-selling model, more […]

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2025 Suzuki Fronx price and specs

Around two and a half years after it was revealed, the Suzuki Fronx is now arriving in Australia. With the Ignis felled by Australian Design Rules (ADRs), the Fronx assumes the position of Suzuki’s entry-level SUV. It’s a replacement of sorts for the Baleno, which like the Fronx was also sourced from India. In fact, […]

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Cheaper Hyundai Ioniq 2 EV spied testing ahead of official reveal

Hyundai already has a small electric SUV with the Kona Electric, but it’s working on another that’s set to go on sale in 2026. According to UK publication Autocar, Hyundai has confirmed it will reveal an unnamed electric crossover in the next few months which will hit Europe showrooms in late 2026. The unnamed crossover […]

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Petrol power is enjoying a resurgence at General Motors – report

General Motors was increasingly going down the path of having V8-powered full-size pickups and SUVs, but using electric power for almost everything else. Its Buick and Cadillac brands, for example, had goals of going electric-only by 2030, while myriad combustion-powered models were being phased out. However, GM Authority reports the American giant is now putting […]

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2025 MG 5 price and specs

The MG 5 has received a range of safety upgrades for model year 2025 (MY25), but the small sedan is now offered exclusively in top-spec Essence trim. Technically, MG is still advertising the MY24 MG 5 on its website, indicating there’s still stock of the pre-update model. However, while the MY24 MG 5 lineup opened […]

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Why Chery Australia is bringing its Toyota Kluger rival with only PHEV power

Chery Australia has just launched Super Hybrid plug-in hybrid (PHEV) variants of its previously petrol-only Tiggo 7 and Tiggo 8 SUVs, and now the next model in the lineup is set to go without petrol options altogether. The Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid is due in Australia in the third quarter (July to September) of […]

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2025 Mini Countryman S All4 review

The Mini Countryman S is a fun little SUV. And little it may be, but this smartly packaged small SUV is practical in ways that you mightn’t expect. The fun factor is there, the design is extroverted, and it has plenty of the trademark attributes you’d expect of a vehicle from this brand. But is […]

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2025 Omoda 9 price and specs

Chery says its spinoff brand Omoda Jaecoo is a step up from its namesake brand, and at the top of the hierarchy is the Omoda 9. Priced at $61,990 before on-road costs, this medium-to-large five-seat crossover SUV is the priciest model ever offered by Chery in Australia. It’s arriving in local showrooms in early August, […]

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2025 KGM Torres review | CarExpert

“What is that?”, I hear you ask. It’s the KGM Torres of course, though that probably doesn’t help clear things up. First of all, KGM (or KG Mobility) is the new name for what was once SsangYong, the South Korean automaker that was acquired by the KG Group in 2022, before the KGM name was […]

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Another Chinese brand wants to help keep sedans alive in Australia

Chery wants to introduce sedans to Australia, even as their popularity dwindles in an increasingly SUV-hungry market. Sedans, at least those built by Japanese, Korean and European brands, have been slowly disappearing from Australia as sales decline and customers shift to utes and SUVs – as evidenced by the recent axing of models like the […]

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GWM teases Ferrari-fighting supercar | CarExpert

GWM is set to unveil its first supercar as it looks to muscle in on Ferrari, Lamborghini and McLaren turf. Company chairman Wei Jiajun posted an image of what appears to be a low-slung, two-door sports car on social media to celebrate the automaker’s 35th anniversary. The vehicle under a silk cover sits below the […]

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2025 Volkswagen Tayron prices: Kia Sorento rival starts from under $50,000

The Volkswagen Tayron, a larger sibling to the new-generation Tiguan mid-size SUV that’s available with a third row of seating, will start at $48,290 before on-road costs when it arrives here in September. That price is for the 110TSI Life, which costs $4300 more than the entry-level 110TSI Life version of the Tiguan Allspace it […]

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2025 Lexus NX350h Sports Luxury FWD review

Among mid-size premium SUVs available in Australia, the Lexus NX is outsold only by the electric Tesla Model Y. Launched in 2022, the second-generation NX has really resonated with Australian buyers, proving more popular than rivals from Audi, BMW and Mercedes-Benz. There’s a sprawling range of NXs on offer, with a choice of front- or […]

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2026 Hyundai Kona price and specs: Turbo AWD axed, new Elite trim added

Hyundai has reshuffled its popular Kona lineup, axing a powertrain and adding a new mid-range trim level, among other changes for the small SUV. The revised 2026 Hyundai Kona petrol and hybrid range is on sale now, ahead of first customer deliveries from early August. Hyundai hasn’t released details for the 2026 Kona Electric lineup. […]

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2025 Ford Ranger PHEV Stormtrak review

The Ford Ranger plug-in hybrid model range has arrived, and it has to be said – four variants of this petrol-electric dual-cab 4×4 ute is certainly quite generous. Sadly though, you’ll have to be very generous with your budget to get into a Ranger PHEV, especially if you’re considering a top-spec model. That’s what we […]

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Range Rover Evoque recalled | CarExpert

JLR Australia is recalling over 2800 Range Rover Evoque mid-size SUVs as their passenger airbags may be defective. “Due to a manufacturing defect, the passenger airbag may tear during deployment,” the company says in its recall notice. “This could cause hot gases to escape from the airbag and result in insufficient protection to the passenger. […]

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2025 Peugeot 5008 review | CarExpert

The Peugeot 5008 is Australia’s only seven-seater from France, and it has a whole heap of Euro panache to its styling and execution. Now available in upgraded ‘third-generation’ guise, the exterior is abundantly extraverted, and the interior is wow moment after wow moment. But unfortunately, some of those wows are bad ones. Mainly, in the […]

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2026 Hyundai Palisade: V6 and diesel to be axed in favour of four-cylinder and hybrid

Details of the 2026 Hyundai Palisade have been uncovered ahead of second-generation large flagship SUV’s scheduled Australian arrival in late 2025. The new Palisade had already been confirmed to bring a hybrid powertrain for the first time – replacing the existing 2.2-litre turbo-diesel four-cylinder – in order to rival the Toyota Kluger, and Hyundai had […]

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2026 Volvo XC60 price and specs

The Volvo XC60 has received a facelift for 2026, bringing freshened styling, new tech, and slight price increases. Available now, the updated mid-size luxury SUV lineup opens at $74,990 before on-road costs, with all XC60 variants receiving price increases of between $600 and $1900. The upgraded XC60 is distinguished from the pre-facelift model by a […]

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We take on Iceland in the Ford Ranger PHEV

If you can survive in Iceland, you can survive anywhere. That applies to people… and cars. So, what better place to launch a go-anywhere dual-cab ute? That’s exactly how Ford saw it, as the American manufacturer invited us to fly all the way from Melbourne to Reykjavik, Iceland to experience the new Ranger PHEV. Sold […]

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2025 Hyundai i30 N auto review

As an avid performance car fan, I can’t help but tip my hat to Hyundai and what it has achieved with its N performance sub-brand. Note: This is a revised version of our recent review of the Hyundai i30 N, as there have been no major changes to the model since it was published. We have […]

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Expert Insights: Q&A with Premcar CEO Bernie Quinn

He may not be your typical automotive industry executive, but Bernie Quinn has assembled some formidable feathers in his cap during a near 30-year engineering career that has produced some of this country’s most iconic vehicles. These days he’s the CEO of Premcar, which most people recognise as the engineering company that helped transform the […]

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2025 Mini Countryman Electric review

It’s been just one year since the new Mini Countryman Electric landed in Australia, but plenty has changed in that short timeframe. The market for small electric SUVs has always been niche, but that hasn’t stopped manufacturers from lobbing their latest battery-powered creations on our shores, with several fresh models arriving from all corners of […]

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GWM says PHEVs key to EV transition in Australia

GWM says the expansion of its plug-in hybrid (PHEV) lineup is key to Australians transitioning to electric vehicles (EVs), but it’s not getting rid of petrol engines anytime soon. The Chinese brand currently offers a couple of plug-in hybrid (PHEV) models – the GWM Cannon Alpha dual-cab ute and Haval H6 GT SUV – as […]

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2025 Hyundai Inster Cross review

The Hyundai Inster Cross is a more rugged take on the cutesy compact electric vehicle (EV), and we reckon it’s one of the coolest new cars on the market. Just take a look at those lines, those lights, those rims! It’s a cracking looking thing and, if you want to, you can get it with […]

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Why JLR is doubling down on its ‘House of Brands’ strategy

In the electrification era, where performance and range become increasingly similar across brands, JLR is doubling down on identity across its multitude of brands. According to Range Rover global managing director Martin Limpert, JLR’s “House of Brands” strategy – introduced in 2023 – will not only shape product portfolios but also sharpen how consumers perceive […]

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2025 Jeep Wrangler gets price cuts after years of price increases

The Jeep Wrangler Rubicon is now the cheapest it has been since 2022 following a price cut, but the iconic hardcore off-roader is still a much pricier proposition than it used to be. In two-door guise, the Wrangler Rubicon is now priced at $79,990 before on-road costs, down from $82,590. The Rubicon four-door is now […]

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No price rises as GWM Australia picks up emissions credits

GWM Australia says its hybrid-heavy lineup has allowed it to start accumulating credits under the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES) – meaning it won’t be forced to raise prices for Australian customers. Under the NVES, which came into effect on January 1, 2025, automakers face fines for exceeding set carbon-dioxide emissions targets. Fines have been […]

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2025 Ford Everest Sport V6 review

Even in the face of stiffening competition and threatening emissions regulations, Ford continues to kick goals with its Ranger-based, locally developed Everest large SUV. Recently named Australia’s best off-road SUV in the inaugural 2025 CarExpert Choice Awards, the Everest was the best seller in its segment last year and last month, and continues to easily be […]

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Polestar boss says new Australian emissions regulations ‘didn’t kill the weekend’

Polestar Australia managing director Scott Maynard says the ‘scaremongering’ that took place ahead of the implementation of the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES) has failed. The NVES was introduced on January 1, 2025, and limits the overall carbon-dioxide emissions across a brand’s lineup – with automakers facing financial penalties if they exceed the targets. Penalties […]

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Hyundai: More petrol N performance cars coming, and they’ll be affordable

Hyundai may have just revealed its second electric N performance vehicle, but that doesn’t mean petrol power is dead at its go-fast division. “We are not limiting ourselves into EV,” Hyundai N boss Joon Park told UK outlet Car. “But this is some kind of tendency after we launched Ioniq 5 N, because Ioniq 5 […]

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2025 Tesla Model Y gets range boost, new colour in Australia

Australia’s top-selling electric vehicle (EV), the Tesla Model Y, now has a longer claimed range in Long Range guise, while there are now six exterior finishes to choose from. The dual-motor Long Range version of the popular mid-size electric SUV now has a claimed 600km of range under the WLTP cycle, up from 551km. The […]

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2025 Honda HR-V e:HEV X review: Long-term conclusion

Our three-month tenure with Honda’s smallest SUV has come to an end, and returning the HR-V e:HEV X has left us with plenty to unpack. Unlike typical long-term car reviews where one journalist is gifted the majority of seat time, this HR-V was shared between myself and deputy marketplace editor Josh Nevett – the two […]

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Mahindra almost ready to reveal how many cars it sells in Australia

Mahindra Australia is planning on adding its name to the industry-standard monthly sales report from 2026 as it looks to become a top 15 brand here by 2030. The automaker currently doesn’t publish its sales figures in the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries’ monthly VFACTS report, which covers the majority of the Australian automotive industry, […]

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2026 KGM Actyon review | CarExpert

So long, Ssangyong. Hwan-yeong KGM! The new auto brand that replaces the ‘other Korean automaker’ is here, with KGM launching its first model – one that bears an old name from SsangYong’s, er, heyday? Look, if you’ve never seen an original Ssangyong Actyon, image search it and then come back to behold this new-generation model… […]

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Land Rover Defender, Range Rover, Range Rover Sport get blacked-out flagships

JLR has revealed special editions of its flagship Defender OCTA, Range Rover Sport SVandRange Rover SV luxury-performance SUVs, and you can get them in any colour you want – so long as it’s Narvik Black. All three special-edition SUVs – based on the flagship variants of their respective model ranges – feature interiors and exteriors […]

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2025 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 review

What a tease. I got the keys to this Chevrolet Corvette Z06 – complete with the Z07 Performance Package – one unrelentingly rainy week, one in which I had no track time scheduled. So here I was in this wild-looking, track-ready supercar, and I couldn’t unleash its full potential. It was like having a bag […]

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Ram looking to take on Ford Ranger, Toyota HiLux directly with ladder-frame dual-cab ute – report

Ram is set to introduce a new pickup truck in 2027 to slot in under its full-size 1500, sized similarly to Australia’s top-selling Ford Ranger and Toyota HiLux. Technically, it already has one – the Ram Rampage (pictured) sold in Latin America – but unlike that car-based unibody dual-cab, Mopar Insiders reports this upcoming ute […]

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2025 LDV D90 review | CarExpert

For a long time now the LDV D90 has been a quiet achiever for the Chinese brand. The large seven-seat off-road SUV has been popular with those looking for a cut-price alternative to models like the Toyota Prado and Ford Everest with a heap of space and spec. Until recently, it also had a diesel […]

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Why the Mitsubishi Outlander’s Australian chassis tune took so long

Mitsubishi Australia launched its current-generation Outlander in 2021, but it has only just blessed its most popular model – and the nation’s third-best selling mid-size SUV – with a local chassis tune. At the launch of the upgraded Outlander, the Japanese auto brand said the delay in undertaking its most comprehensive product development program since […]

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GWM Tank 500, Cannon Alpha owners getting safety system, drivability upgrades

The GWM Cannon Alpha and Tank 500 received key fixes to throttle response and advanced driver assistance systems at the factory earlier this year, and now existing owners are able to have these upgrades applied to their cars. The changes were applied at production level early in 2025, with CarExpert getting the opportunity to test […]

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Australia’s best-selling PHEVs halfway through 2025: BYD dominates

Despite a long history producing plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs), BYD only started selling them in Australia in 2024 – and already it’s far and away the market leader. In the first half of 2025, total PHEV deliveries in Australia were up 210.2 per cent on the first six months of 2024, to 25,613 – that’s […]

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2026 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray R Launch Edition confirmed for Australia

The Chevrolet Corvette Stingray R Launch Edition is set to arrive in Australia and New Zealand from January 2026, priced from $235,000 before on-road costs. New Zealand pricing has been set at $NZ245,000 (A$225,400) plus on-roads. General Motors Specialty Vehicles (GMSV) announced the special-edition Corvette as a prelude to the upgraded 2026 model year Corvette […]

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From Countach to Combat: The Lamborghini LM002 and Gaddafi’s unrealised battle plan

Powered by a V12 engine from the Countach, boasting a top speed of more than 200km/h, the Lamborghini LM002 4×4 wasn’t just the world’s first super SUV, it also came dangerously close to becoming the late Muammar Gaddafi’s ultimate desert patrol weapon. Lamborghini was struggling financially in the 1970s, and its usual business of building […]

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2025 Kia EV5 GT-Line review

The Kia EV5 GT-Line is the most highly-specified version of the brand’s popular new mid-size electric SUV. It offers more gear than the other EV5 variants, and has a different powertrain, too – it’s the only EV5 with all-wheel drive, and it scores the bigger battery as well. Plus it has a distinct look, with […]

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2026 Lexus NX450h+ Luxury: Cheaper PHEV priced for Australia

Lexus Australia has confirmed the NX450h+ AWD Luxury plug-in hybrid (PHEV) for Australian showrooms, scheduled to arrive in September 2025. The NX450h+ AWD Luxury will be the cheapest PHEV from the brand, starting from $84,500 before on-road costs and therefore undercutting the base Volvo XC60 Plus PHEV ($92,990) and BMW X3 xDrive30e ($104,800). It’ll sit […]

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2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS review | CarExpert

When is big not quite big enough? Well, in the case of the Mercedes-Benz SUV lineup, you can have the already-big GLE large SUV with up to three rows of seating and hulking exterior dimensions, or you can get the even larger GLS full-size SUV with three roomier rows. Measuring a whole 5020mm long, 2030mm […]

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Which brands offer the best new car warranties in Australia?

UPDATED 06/07/2025 8:00am: This article has been updated to reflect revisions to MG’s standard and extended warranty offerings from July 1, and well as an extension of Honda’s extended warranty for cvertain models. UPDATED 09/06/2025 10:00am: This article has been updated to reflect recent changes to the warranties offered by Hyundai, BYD, Xpeng and Leapmotor, […]

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2025 Volkswagen Amarok Life TDI500 review

The Volkswagen Amarok continues to be an underdog in Australia’s huge ute market, even if it shares its DNA with the country’s current head honcho. Its twin-under-the-skin is, of course, the Ford Ranger, which not only continues to be Australia’s top-selling ute, but also the country’s favourite new vehicle bar none, with no fewer than […]

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Why the Genesis GV70 is a CarExpert Choice winner

The Genesis GV70 may be the fledgling luxury brand’s best-selling model in Australia, but it doesn’t sell in the same volumes as rivals from Audi, BMW, Lexus and Mercedes-Benz – and we reckon that ought to change. We chose the GV70 as Australia’s best mid-size luxury SUV in our inaugural 2025 CarExpert Choice Awards, ahead […]

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2026 Bentley Bentayga Speed review: Quick drive

Bentley has controversially killed off its fairly wild 12-cylinder W12 petrol engine as part of its move to an electrified future. And, while the Continental coupe and Flying Spur sedan ranges now offer plug-in hybrid drivetrains, the Bentayga Speed SUV range retains a V8 without electrification, and it now adds the option of an epic-sounding […]

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Why the West has lost to China

These last few weeks I have been driving around in the latest and greatest cars from a number of European and Japanese manufacturers, cars that cost anywhere between $50,000 to around $500,000. While they’re exceedingly lovely and do so many things well, it became clear to me as I kept losing my cool at the […]

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2025 Mahindra XUV 3XO price and specs

The 2025 Mahindra XUV 3XO, the Indian automaker’s new small crossover SUV, is about to enter a fierce showroom battle with cut-price rivals including the Chery Tiggo 4 as well as the hot-selling Mazda CX-3. Mahindra thinks it will become its best-selling vehicle in Australia, at least until it rolls out models in new segments […]

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Used car prices are ‘ridiculous’, says MG boss

Australians are paying ‘ridiculous’ prices for used cars, says MG Motor Australia CEO, Peter Ciao. And he has a plan to correct the market, while encouraging more new-car buyers, with a three-pronged powertrain strategy that’s designed to challenge the status quo. “For me, the used car price in Australia is ridiculous. It’s too high,” Ciao […]

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2025 Hyundai Tucson review | CarExpert

Hyundai is finally taking the fight to Australia’s favourite SUV, the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid. Note: This is a revised version of our recent review of the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid, as there have been no major changes to the model since it was published. We have updated key details such as pricing and specifications with the most […]

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2025 Mahindra XUV700 AX7L vs Nissan X-Trail ST-L comparison: Spec battle

The typical Australian family car is evolving all the time. Nothing signifies the changing demands better than these two models, the 2025 Mahindra XUV700 and 2025 Nissan X-Trail – a pair of high-riding, seven-seat mid-size SUVs, a vehicle type that has essentially replaced the station wagon as the default choice for suburban runabouts. Both cost […]

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2025 Polestar 4 Long Range Dual Motor review

Can we stop talking about that missing rear window now, please? The Polestar 4 made headlines when it launched back in 2023 without a rear window, replaced by a roof-mounted camera built into the sloping coupe tailgate. It sparked conversations about safety and styling alike, but the world has moved on to crazier things since, […]

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MG’s first ute to get shorter warranty

MG Motor Australia has announced shorter warranty periods for its upcoming MG U9 dual-cab ute compared to its passenger car lineup, which is backed by one of the longest new-vehicle warranties in Australia – but owners must now complete scheduled services at MG dealers to receive a full 10-year warranty. The U9 was confirmed for […]

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2025 Audi Q7 review | CarExpert

Australians aren’t afraid to splurge on family transport, especially those in affluent areas like the eastern suburbs of Melbourne where I live. BMW X5s and Mercedes-Benz GLEs, in addition to their smaller counterparts, are an hourly if minute-ly sight on my local streets. No doubt that’s helped by the fact some of the premium auto […]

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Tesla claims world-first autonomous car delivery

Electric car maker Tesla has carried out what it claims is the world’s first autonomous delivery of a new car. Footage posted on social media platform X by the US automaker shows a silver 2025 Tesla Model Y apparently being driven autonomously from the Texas factory where it was made to its new owner’s premises. […]

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2025 MG 3 Hybrid+ Excite review

The old MG 3 was cheap and fairly handsome to look at, so it’s no surprise it sold like gangbusters. That was despite its moaning and gutless powertrain, a lack of driver assist technology and generally concerning level of safety performance, and a pervasive sense of cheapness, down to the strong petrochemical smell of its […]

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CarExpert Choice winner: Best Affordable Small SUV

The Chery Tiggo 4 has been named Australia’s best affordable small SUV in the inaugural 2025 CarExpert Choice Awards. It beat out the Hyundai Kona and MG ZS, which were finalists for the title. The Tiggo 4 represents stunning value in a growing segment. It’s not just Australia’s cheapest SUV, it’s one of the most […]

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Lotus denies plans to close UK factory

British sports car maker Lotus has denied reports it is considering closing its only UK plant, and shifting to the US. Multiple publications, including the BBC, Automotive News and the Financial Times, are reporting Lotus is contemplating closing its plant in Hethel, about 20 minutes south of Norwich. Lotus and parent Geely initially refused to […]

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CarExpert Choice winner: Best Luxury Sports Car

The Chevrolet Corvette has been named Australia’s best luxury sports car in the inaugural 2025 CarExpert Choice Awards. It beat out the Porsche 911 and BMW M4 for the title, with both German performance cars being named finalists. While the 911 is available in a dizzying array of variants and the M4 is offered in three, […]

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2025 Jaecoo J7 SHS vs BYD Sealion 6 Essential comparison: Spec battle

A plug-in hybrid (PHEV) mid-size SUV is the ideal solution for Australian families on a one-car budget. Until recently though, with the exception of the popular Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, Haval H6 GT PHEV and MG H6 Plus EV, the fuel-saving powertrain technology has been largely out of reach for many buyers and reserved mostly for […]

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2025 Toyota GR Supra Track Edition priced for Australia

The 2025 Toyota GR Supra Track Edition has been priced at $105,295 before on-road costs ahead of its arrival in Toyota Australia dealerships next month. That makes the more focussed, manual-only Supra $19,000 more expensive than the entry-level Supra GT manual ($86,295 before on-roads) and $9000 pricier than the Supra GTS manual ($96,295) on which […]

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2025 Land Rover Defender 90 review

The modern reincarnation of the Land Rover Defender has proven to be a smash hit globally, as well as in Australia. While the wider Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) portfolio has been floundering Down Under of late, the Defender continues to sell in strong numbers – it currently accounts for over half of all Land Rover […]

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Ford Ranger’s entry-level engines appear safe in Australia – for now

Ford Australia says it has “no news” on changes to the Ranger lineup after the entry-level turbo-diesel was dropped from Ford showrooms in the United Kingdom (UK). The 2.0-litre ‘Panther’ turbo-diesel four-cylinder was first fitted to the Australian Ranger in 2020 as a replacement for the previous 2.2-litre ‘Puma’ turbo-diesel, which was finally dropped when […]

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2025 Mahindra XUV700 AX7L review

Families of Australia take note – the Mahindra XUV700 is the cheapest seven-seater in the country. Priced from just $39,990 drive-away, the updated XUV700 mid-size SUV is more affordable than base seven-seat versions of the Nissan X-Trail and Mitsubishi Outlander – both staples of Aussie family life. And that’s not to say Mahindra’s offering skimps […]

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2026 Toyota Corolla Cross price, spec details leaked

Key details of the updated 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross lineup, including pricing, has been leaked online. A dealer bulletin shared on the Toyota Corolla Cross Owners Australia group on Facebook reveals the entire lineup will receive a $960 price hike, while also detailing some of the spec changes coming to the small crossover SUV. Toyota […]

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2025 Toyota Prado GXL review

It’s now been six months since Toyota’s long-awaited, fifth-generation 250 Series LandCruiser Prado replaced the top-selling, 15-year-old 150 Series, allowing enough time for the dust to settle. Despite early complaints about high prices and concerns that the gap to its more luxurious Lexus GX sibling was too small, the Prado has managed to cement itself […]

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Cadillac’s more affordable, Australia-bound EV getting major power bump – report

Deliveries of the Cadillac Optiq only started in the US earlier this year and it isn’t launching in Australia until 2026, but already the mid-size electric SUV is in line for a major update. GM Authority reports the Optiq will get a new entry-level single-motor rear-wheel drive variant for 2026, bringing more power – if […]

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2025 Honda Accord e:HEV RS review

Darwin’s theory of evolution doesn’t just apply to the natural world. You can also use its basic principle of ‘only the toughest survive’ against the rapid changes across the automotive landscape too. A perfect case study is the latest, 11th-generation Honda Accord and how it has weathered the erosion of the traditional mid-size sedan segment […]

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2025 Peugeot 5008 price and specs

UPDATED 23/06/2025 2:00pm: Peugeot’s third-generation 5008 has officially gone on sale, and the French brand has released more specification details on the seven-seat SUV after announcing pricing in March 2025. We’ve updated this article and pulled it forward. The third-generation Peugeot 5008 is now on sale in Australia, priced from $55,990 before on-road costs. The […]

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2025 BMW X3 M50 xDrive review

The new-generation BMW X3 lineup is here, and the range-topping variant is the X3 M50 xDrive. This six-cylinder sweetheart is the most powerful version in the mid-size premium SUV model range – for now, at least – and it’s also the most expensive. So is it worth considering? And does it offer ‘M’ levels of […]

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Ford might develop future engines with outside firms, says executive

A senior Ford executive thinks customers no longer separate brands based on their petrol and diesel engines, and this might lead to the automaker developing new engines with suppliers or, maybe, rivals. According to Automotive News John Lawler, Ford’s vice chair overseeing strategy, partnerships and alliances, told the Bernstein Strategic Decisions Conference, “I don’t think […]

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2025 Hyundai Staria Load Premium review

Hyundai’s commercial hauler has polarising looks, but its practicality is hard to debate. Note: This is a revised version of our recent review of the Hyundai Staria Load, as there have been no major changes to the model since it was published. We have updated key details such as pricing and specifications with the most up […]

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Why Ford thinks its Ranger PHEV doesn’t need a bigger battery than Shark 6, Cannon Alpha

Ford says its new Ranger PHEV ute is the ‘best tool for the job’, despite it failing to match key rivals on battery capacity, power, and electric driving range. Launched in the Australian market last month ahead of imminent customer deliveries, plug-in hybrid versions of the Ranger are propelled by the combination of a 2.3-litre […]

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2025 GAC GS8 review | CarExpert

Pros Cons Comfortable, refined and dynamic Interior trims look a bit cheap Distinctive exterior styling Engine undernourished for 2.0-tonne SUV Loaded with bells and whistles Transmission lazy in Comfort mode Among the horde of Chinese brands set to storm the Australian market this year is GAC (Guangzhou Automobile Group), which has lofty ambitions of being […]

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Lamborghinis, McLaren seized in NSW counterfeiting ring bust

Three men have been arrested after allegedly racking up nearly $10 million by selling counterfeit luxury goods on social media, and several high-end vehicles in their possession have been seized. A total of nine vehicles were seized in Sydney as part of Strike Force Alcova, with the cars having a combined value of approximately $3 […]

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2025 Kia Picanto Sport review

The Kia Picanto is the cheapest new car you can buy in Australia right now. Note: This article is based on our most recent review of the Kia Picanto, as there have been no major changes to pricing or specification since its publication. We have updated key details such as pricing and specifications with the most […]

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2026 Ford Territory revealed: Familiar name for fresh-faced SUV

A new Ford Territory is scheduled to land showrooms in South America, Southeast Asia and South Africa from next month, the famous Australian name now applied to a Chinese-made SUV. There are no plans to bring the Territory to local showrooms, and the updated model is not related – apart from its name – to […]

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2025 Kia EV6 GT review: Quick drive

The original Kia EV6 GT took the Korean automaker to new heights, promising supercar-like performance from a stonking 430kW dual-motor electric drivetrain in the brand’s pioneering dedicated electric SUV. But while it had various chassis and hardware revisions to cope with that power, it always felt like it was a very fast electric vehicle (EV) […]

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Polestar 2 recalled | CarExpert

Polestar is recalling certain examples of its Polestar 2 electric fastback as they may suffer from a braking performance issue. “Due to a software issue, under certain driving conditions if the vehicle’s one-pedal drive function is activated it may lead to a loss of braking performance,” the company says in its recall notice. A loss […]

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2025 Toyota Yaris review | CarExpert

Toyota is making life hard for its tiniest tot, the humble Yaris. Launched back in 2020, the fourth-generation Yaris has been subject to price hikes just about every year since, despite the emergence of competitive new players in the light car space. The new Suzuki Swift and MG 3 both offer hybrid powertrains, while the […]

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2026 Ford Ranger Super Duty: Initial pricing and specs detailed for more capable ute

The 2026 Ford Ranger Super Dutywill start from $82,990 before on-road costs – before a tray is fitted – when it goes on sale in local showrooms in early 2026. The Ranger Super Duty – using the Super Duty name applied to the most capable Ford trucks sold in North America – comes with the […]

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2026 Skoda Elroq RS review: Quick drive

Skoda’s RS models have been providing surprising delight for 50 years now. Few, if any, of the motor racing fraternity saw the oh-so-cute rear-engined 110, 130 and 200 RS models coming back in the mid-1970s, but with class wins in the European Touring Car Championship and the 1977 Monte Carlo rally, the little Iron Curtain […]

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Global Renault boss quits for role at Gucci

Renault Group CEO Luca De Meo, who has been credited with putting the French automaker back on its feet, has quit after five years in the top job, with a successor yet to be announced. The automaker confirmed the news in an official statement after news reports from French news outlet Le Figaro leaked the […]

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Value-hungry Aussies will benefit from even more auto brands, says BYD

Australia is already home to more automotive brands than any other country, making it one of the world’s most competitive auto markets as well as one of the smallest, but Chinese giant BYD says value-focused local consumers will benefit from even more of them as brand loyalty disappears amid the cost of living crisis. “Australia […]

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2026 Toyota LandCruiser 300 Hybrid: Everything we know

The first Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series Hybrid has been confirmed for Australian showrooms in 2026, with few details officially confirmed. However the Japanese automaker has opened orders for the ‘Land Cruiser Hybrid’ in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and already sells the related Lexus LX700h in the UAE and the US. Toyota offers two LandCruiser Hybrid model […]

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2026 Jeep Cherokee spied: A better look at forbidden hybrid SUV for Australia

Last month, the 2026 Jeep Cherokee was teased in a pair of official images, which revealed the crisp styling of the SUV brand’s revived mid-size SUV. Now, CarExpert has spied a development prototype just outside of Detroit, which has given us a better look at the new hybrid-powered Toyota RAV4 rival. Official imagery didn’t show […]

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Toyota says its hybrids have saved nine million EVs worth of CO2

Toyota chairman Akio Toyoda has reinforced his company’s commitment to prioritising hybrid vehicles (HEVs) over battery-electric vehicles (EVs or BEVs), outlining that hybrids are its ideal way forward in terms of reducing total CO2 emissions. Speaking through an interpreter in a recent interview with Automotive News, Toyoda-san said Toyota is as committed to reducing the […]

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Peugeot e-208 GTi unveiled: French hot hatch goes electric

Peugeot is wading into the electric hot hatch battle with the GTi badge now affixed to the e-208 city hatch. Under the bonnet there’s a more powerful French-made electric motor with 209kW and 345Nm driving the front wheels. That’s quite a big step up from the regular e-208’s 115kW motor. To help the GTi make […]

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Jaecoo J7 SHS: A new hybrid SUV with urban style and long-distance capability

SPONSORED Meet the Jaecoo J7, a new mid-size SUV shaped by the design philosophy “From Classic, Beyond Classic”. It aims to blend rugged off-road style with refined urban sophistication. And this SHS version – a plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHEV) – finished in Lunar Silver nails that balance to a tee. Jaecoo may be a fresh […]

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2026 Hyundai Ioniq 6 N: Track-ready EV teased ahead of Goodwood debut

The first images of the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 6 N electric performance hero have been shown ahead of its full reveal at the Goodwood Festival of Speed next month. The four teaser images show the the second EV to wear the brand’s high-performance N badge with an aggressive rear spoiler, chunkier body work and wider […]

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Xiaomi SU7 smashes Nürburgring EV lap record – this time for real

Chinese smartphone giant Xiaomi has returned to Germany’s infamous Nürburgring circuit with a four-door lap record in mind, and this time it has managed to topple the Porsche Taycan at the top of the timing sheets. Once again taking its SU7 Ultra performance sedan to the 20.8km Nordschleife public road course, Xaomi has claimed the […]

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2025 Honda Civic review | CarExpert

The Honda Civic has been a mainstay of the small car landscape for more than 50 years. Now, in its 11th generation, it plays a different role for the Japanese brand than it once did, transitioning from a no-frills and affordable entry model into an ultra-efficient alternative to base-level luxury hatchbacks. It’s an interesting repositioning […]

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Only four per cent of Aussies take their SUV off-road

A study by Continental Tyres has revealed only four per cent of Australians take their SUVs off-road – despite buying them for their ‘outdoor’ appeal. Australians buy more SUVs than any other vehicle type, with higher-riding five-door wagons having overtaken conventional sedans and hatchbacks as the most popular body type in 2017 – and every […]

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‘Very powerful’ Alfa Romeo special editions coming with Prada input

Alfa Romeo has announced a partnership that its boss says will spawn a series of lighter and “more powerful” special-edition Quadrifoglio model variants, with the first to be unveiled in early 2026. The unique road cars will come from Alfa Romeo’s new technology sharing partnership with Luna Rossa, an Italian challenger for the 38thAmerica’s Cup […]

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Jaguar F-Pace SVR 575 Ultimate Edition is a V8-powered last hurrah for Australia

The 2026 Jaguar F-Pace SVR 575 Ultimate Edition is an Australian-exclusive farewell to V8 power from the British brand, and only 60 examples of the special-edition large luxury SUV will come to local showrooms as the historic automaker transitions to electric-only power from 2026. Jaguar offered just 24 examples of its final V8-powered F-Type in […]

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2025 Honda Accord e:HEV RS vs Toyota Camry SL: Spec Battle

The traditional family car has changed a lot over the last 20 years. Today, SUVs have taken over from conventional three-box sedans as the default option for Australian new car consumers. 2025 Honda Accord e:HEV RS 2025 Toyota Camry SL. Consequently – and even long after the demise of keystone vehicles like the Holden Commodore […]

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Three men lose their licences for speeding in the same 80km/h zone around the same time

The King’s Birthday long weekend (for all states and territories except Queensland and Western Australia) got off to a bad start for three males who had their licences suspended within about an hour of each other following three separate incidents on the same section of road near Sydney, New South Wales on Friday night. According […]

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2025 Subaru Crosstrek 2.0S review

The Subaru Crosstrek is a very popular compact SUV that offers a point of difference over like-priced rivals. Note: This article is based on our most recent review of the Subaru Crosstrek, as there have been no major changes for 2025. We have updated key details such as pricing and specifications with the most up to […]

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2025 Hyundai Santa Fe price and specs

UPDATED 08/06/2025 8:00am:We’ve updated this article, first published in December 2024, with recently announced higher pricing for Santa Fe Hybrid models. The fifth-generation Hyundai Santa Fe arrived here in 2024 at first with hybrid power, with a petrol engine joining the range in December. From May 1, 2025, hybrid versions have gotten more expensive, with […]

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2025 Mitsubishi ASX ES Street review

The end is nigh for the long-lived Mitsubishi ASX. Note: This article is based on our most recent review of the Mitsubishi ASX, as there have been no major changes since it was published.We have updated key details such as pricing and specifications with the most up to date information available. Read the latest price and […]

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What is Omoda Jaecoo, and how is this new brand different to Chery?

You may have noticed Omoda Jaecoo showrooms are starting to pop up around the country, but just what is this unfamiliar auto brand? Effectively, it’s a sister brand to Chinese brand Chery, and while Omoda Jaecoo vehicles will be sold in separate showrooms, some dealerships will offer both Chery and Omoda Jaecoo franchises. There’s some […]

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2025 Omoda C9 review: Quick drive

Chery, the massive Chinese automotive manufacturing conglomerate, has already made inroads into our market by launching a variety of vehicles under its own banner. Now, it’s rolling out its Omoda Jaecoo brand, which it’s calling a step above its namesake brand. And while Omoda Jaecoo showrooms only have Jaecoo-badged SUVs for now, they’ll be joined […]

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Donald Trump says Elon Musk ‘went crazy’ over US EV subsidy cuts

The relationship between the world’s richest man and the leader of the United States has rapidly and publicly deteriorated, and the latter says a dispute over electric vehicle (EV) subsidies is at the heart of it. “Elon [Musk] was “wearing thin,” I asked him to leave. I took away his EV Mandate that forced everyone […]

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2025 Isuzu D-Max LS-U+ review

You’re looking at Isuzu’s top-selling vehicle in Australia, and there’s a good reason it holds that distinction. Note: This is a revised version of our recent review of the Isuzu D-Max, as there have been no major changes to pricing or specification since its publication. We have updated key details such as pricing and specifications with […]

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Fire causes another ship carrying EVs to be abandoned at sea

A ship carrying cars from China – including electric vehicles (EVs) – has been abandoned in the middle of the Pacific Ocean after its 22-strong crew couldn’t contain a fire that broke out on board. The 46,800-ton Morning Midas had left Yantai in China on May 26 heading for Mexico with 3048 vehicles including 70 […]

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2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 2.5T review

Hyundai’s boxy fifth-generation Santa Fe arrived in Australia in mid-2024, but the petrol variant we’re testing here has only been available for half that time. That’s because the new seven-seat large SUV was launched exclusively with hybrid power, and was followed in December last year by a purely petrol-powered version sporting a 2.5-litre four-cylinder turbocharged […]

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Subaru teases what could be a new WRX

When the latest Subaru WRX was launched back in 2022, the Japanese automaker said there wouldn’t be a high-performance STI version in the current generation. True to its word, the closest Subaru has got to offering a new WRX STI since then is the WRX tS Spec B flagship (pictured below), offering a manual gearbox, […]

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2026 Bentley Bentayga Speed revealed as British brand’s fastest SUV yet

It seems the axing of Bentley’s legendary twin-turbocharged 6.0-litre W12 last year wasn’t all bad news, since the V8 that replaces it in the upgraded 2026 Bentley Bentayga Speed makes the British brand’s flagship SUV even quicker, faster, lighter and more agile than before. Revealed overnight ahead of first Australian customer deliveries in the third […]

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Arise Racing GT survives tricky Queensland conditions

The Arise Racing GT team headed to Queensland Raceway last weekend, after the pairing of Jaxon Evans and Elliott Schutte claimed wins in three of the GT World Challenge Australia championship’s first four races. And while they didn’t add to that tally at the Willowbank circuit, they still have a strong lead in the Pro-Am […]

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No Autobahn in Gympie! Huge fine for BMW driver doing almost double the speed limit

A BMW X5 driver has been fined $1854 and hit with eight demerit points after an alleged 196km/h blast near Gympie in Queensland. Queensland Police Service shared footage of the 26-year-old driver of what appears to be a diesel-powered first-generation X5 being pulled over in Tansey on the afternoon of May 28, 2025. Hundreds of […]

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2025 Toyota Kluger: Prices up across hybrid large SUV range

Prices for the Toyota Kluger have increased by up to $1490 across the lineup effective from June 1, 2025, representing a jump of almost $8000 since the current generation was introduced in 2021. The entry level seven-seat Kluger GX has increased from $60,290 before on-road costs to $62,410 before on-roads, an increase of $1490. The […]

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2025 MG S5 EV Essence 49 review

The MG S5 EV has arrived, and by golly has it made an impression. Not so much because of its appearance, which is arguably a touch too generic, but because it offers one of the cheapest entry-points into an electric SUV… since the old ZS EV, which this car essentially replaces. With assertive pricing for […]

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The car brands that keep their sales figures secret in Australia

The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) reports total new vehicle deliveries in Australia in its monthly VFACTS report. But this report doesn’t provide the full picture. VFACTS has been around since 1992 and the major players are largely all included today, while the list of auto brands includes everything from Abarth to Zeekr. Even […]

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2025 Frontline MGA review: Quick drive

Australia and the MGA go way back. From 1957 to mid-1962 more than 2000 MGAs were assembled in factories at Enfield and Zetland in Sydney. In a streetscape then dominated by chunky Holden sedans and blocky Bedford trucks, the British sports car was a sensation, turning heads like Ferraris or Lamborghinis do today. Under its […]

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2025 Volvo XC90 price and specs: Updated style, more kit and higher prices

The upgraded 2025 Volvo XC90 is now on sale, bringing refreshed styling and more standard equipment, but slightly higher prices and one less model variant. The entry-level Ultra B5 Bright version of the large SUV is priced at $104,990 before on-road costs, up $3252 on its predecessor. It features a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine coupled with a 48V mild-hybrid […]

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2025 Toyota Fortuner GXL review

The Toyota Fortuner is still alive and kicking in Australia, despite being axed in other markets. WATCH: Paul’s video review of the 2021 Toyota Fortuner Crusade This diesel-powered four-wheel drive SUV comes with seven seats as standard, is more off-road-capable than many of its competitors, and it has the famed Toyota badge – which is […]

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Jeep Cherokee comeback confirmed, Australia to miss out

The Jeep Cherokee will return to US showrooms – but not Australian ones – after the brand confirmed production of a new generation will begin in late 2025. Jeep also confirmed the five-seat Cherokee SUV – a rival to the Toyota RAV4, Mazda CX-5 and Kia Sportage – will be offered with a hybrid powertrain […]