Less than a month after launching its new Elroq mid-size SUV, Skoda Australia has confirmed a stripped-back version with a smaller battery will join the range to become its cheapest electric vehicle (EV) yet. The Skoda Elroq 60 Select is set to arrive in local showrooms in November, priced at $49,990…

Australia’s national road toll is rising sharply despite more speed camera fines being handed out than ever before, prompting fresh calls for a rethink of the nation’s road safety strategy. According to the Australian Automobile Association (AAA), 1353 people died on the nation’s roads in the 12 months to 31 August…

Flush-fitting hidden door handles have migrated en masse from concept cars to production vehicles thanks to electric vehicle designers seeking to maximise aerodynamic efficiency and improve range, as well as give their cars a bit of extra showroom pizzazz. However, in an interview with Deutsche Welle, Thomas Schäfer, head of…

The Chinese car industry has come a long, long way since the first vehicles from Chinese brands started arriving here in 2009, and the stigma that came from these lacklustre offerings is eroding, according to the boss of one of the newest automotive brands on the Australian market. Those early…

LDV is tapping into Australia’s love of the outdoors by offering a factory-built campervan based on the Deliver 9 commercial van. Priced from $89,990 drive-away, the 2026 LDV Deliver 9 campervan is the lowest-priced fully-fitted campervan offered by an automaker – and one of the best-value turn-key campervans now available…

Ironman 4×4 already offers a range of upgrades for the popular BYD Shark 6 plug-in hybrid (PHEV) ute, and now it has announced new kits that allow it to carry heavier loads. The aftermarket auto engineering company says it has launched the first gross vehicle mass (GVM) upgrade for the…

Have you ever wondered whether a road car (albeit a highly modified one) can keep up with a GT3 race car across a quarter-mile drag race and rolling race? Well, wonder no more. We’ve lined up a beastly 1200hp RAM 1500 TRX, which is both twin-turbocharged and supercharged, alongside a…

Hyundai’s latest concept car previews a production model that’ll fill a key gap in its electric vehicle (EV) lineup. The Hyundai Concept Three, revealed at the Munich motor show, “signals the brand’s planned expansion into the European compact EV market”. A showroom-ready version is expected to enter production in Türkiye…

BMW has described its new Neue Klasse platform as the single biggest investment in the company’s history, a clean-sheet electric vehicle architecture designed to carry the German brand into the next decade and beyond. Speaking at the global reveal of the new BMW iX3, Senior Vice President of Neue Klasse…

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…

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…

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)…

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…

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…

Australian order books have opened for the range-topping 2026 Tesla Model Y Performance ahead of first customer deliveries scheduled for December. The flagship version of Australia’s top-selling electric vehicle (EV) has been priced at $89,400 before on-road costs, sliding below the Luxury Car Tax (LCT) threshold of $91,387 and substantially…

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 –…

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…

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,…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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 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…

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…

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…

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…

There are moments in my line of work that feel like pure time travel.  You climb into a car that doesn’t just transport you physically, but mentally – back to an era when engineering decisions were made with instinct, when design was the product of one man’s pencil stroke, and…

The BYD Shark 6 is continuing to prove a strong seller in Australia, where it’s yet to be offered with a nationwide drive-away price – until now. The plug-in hybrid (PHEV) dual-cab 4×4 ute – so far only available in a single Premium trim locally – is now available Australia-wide…

The time has finally come for Tesla’s Australian and New Zealand customers. Tesla has rolled out ‘Full Self Driving (supervised)’, the hands-off technology that allows a compatible Tesla vehicle to drive from door-to-door without driver intervention. While the technology has been available in left-hand drive markets for some time, Tesla…

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…

The Mazda BT-50received a promising mid-life facelift earlier this year, but you wouldn’t know that by looking at the sales figures. Instead of spiking in line with improvements to the vehicle, BT-50 sales have stagnated this year, and it remains an afterthought for ute buyers compared to segment leaders like…

Suzuki Australia has announced drive-away pricing for its new Fronx light SUV, ahead of first customer deliveries commencing on September 1, 2025. The Fronx – available in a single grade, priced at $28,990 before on-road costs – is being offered for $29,990 drive-away by Suzuki Australia. However, Suzuki Queensland –…

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…

German automaker Mercedes-Benz has set an electric vehicle (EV) world record for the distance travelled in a 24-hour period, beating the previous benchmark by more than 1500km after covering 5749km. The Concept AMG GT XX, which is powered by three high-performance axial-flux electric motors, set the new record distance at…

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…

SPONSORED Today, I’m behind the wheel of the Deepal S07, a sleek and properly stylish mid-size electric SUV from China and a relatively new entrant here in Australia. Now before you scroll past thinking “not another EV”, hold up – because what you’re looking at here is something genuinely interesting.…

For the first time in nearly a decade… there’s a new Mazda CX-5 on the way. No, this isn’t it. But the new model has been revealed and confirmed for Australia, where it’s due to land sometime in the second half of 2026. Until then, the venerable family favourite that…

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…

The facelifted 992.2-series Porsche 911 lineup has arrived with a new entry-level manual-only offering called the Carrera T. I mean, entry-level is relative, right? This machine still costs north of $300,000, but it is money well spent for those in the market for a stick-shift sports car with premium pedigree…

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…

There are iconic cars… and then there’s the Lamborghini Countach. This wasn’t just a supercar – it was the poster child of excess, the wedge-shaped fantasy that defined a generation’s idea of speed, power, and outrageousness. Forget subtlety – this is Italian flair turned up to 11. The Miura may…

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…

The sight of Nissan’s hallowed Nismo badge on the back of an electric SUV might irk a few traditional enthusiasts, but the Ariya Nismo spearheads a new era for the motorsport-inspired performance brand, and you better get used to it. Not that the hottest Ariya is designed to actually go…

SPONSORED If Melbourne’s CBD was a car, it’d be something small enough to dart through laneways but clever enough to hold a week’s worth of plans, errands and flat-pack furniture. This is why the 2025 Honda HR-V e:HEV makes sense for life here, and I’ve had the pleasure of taking…

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…

Stellantis Group’s Chinese partner Leapmotor turned around a loss in the first half of last year to post a ¥30 million (A$6.5m) profit for the first six months (H1) of 2025. The result is a marked turnaround from a ¥2.2 billion (A$4.7bn) loss over the same period last year, with…

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…

The Geely EX5 is one of a handful of new cars on sale without smartphone mirroring, but it’s now getting it… with a catch. From today, Geely Auto Australia is rolling out an over-the-air (OTR) software update that adds wired and wireless Apple CarPlay connectivity. This is in line with…

The Suzuki Swift is a stalwart in Australia’s light car segment. It seems like everyone has had one in their family, or at least had a friend or colleague that’s owned one. Suzuki has also grown its share of the light car segment over the years, but that’s largely because…

Customer orders for the current Toyota GR Supra will close later this month in Australia, before the current-generation sports coupe is axed. However, Toyota has indicated that the GR Supra nameplate will live on beyond 2026. The move will see the outgoing GR Supra join the Chevrolet Camaro as another…

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…

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…

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…

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 –…

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…

More than 1000 pre-orders for the Zeekr 7X electric SUV have been received in the first seven days since it went on sale, with the brand set to break its previous 2025 sales target.  Order books for the 7X opened last week, when Zeekr announced a starting-price of $57,900 before…

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…

Ford says the move to electric vehicles (EVs) must be customer-driven, not pushed by regulators, as the automaker rolls out more EVs despite billions in losses.  Speaking to British publication Autocar, Bill Ford – executive chairman of the automaker – said the move to EVs is important but there are…

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…

Chinese car brand GAC has cancelled a deal to distribute its cars in Australia through local company AGA Auto, stepping in to establish its own operations instead. It’s the second Chinese manufacturer to take over Australian distribution this year following BYD’s July 1 takeover from local company EVDirect.  Guangzhou-based GAC…

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…

Ford is making bold claims about its new electric vehicle (EV) platform, which will debut underneath an all-new dual-cab electric ute for global consumption, with the American automaker saying it’s “reinventing vehicle assembly” and that this is a “Model T moment”. Much as Ford calls the Model T the “Universal…

While Tesla continues to talk up the long-awaited second-generation Roadster it revealed in concept form almost eight years ago, China’s most powerful electric supercar is about to get even more powerful. That’s right, if you thought BYD’s Yangwang U9 was wild enough when it debuted in 2023 with a 960kW…

The first Omoda-branded model offered in Australia, the Omoda 9, is a mid-to-large five-seat ‘premium’ SUV whose headline acts are a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrain that outputs a big 395kW of power and pricing to compete with more expensive rivals. Omoda says it’s pitched at the ‘EV curious’ and, while…

Penalties under the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES) are now in effect, but Renault Australia says it isn’t worried about being able to meet any mandated targets. The French brand only sells two electric vehicles (EV) in Australia, the Megane E-Tech and Kangoo E-Tech, and only recently introduced a mild-hybrid…

The Goodwood Festival of Speed is a mainstay bucket list item for car enthusiasts of all ages, as is getting a ride-along in an exotic supercar with a seasoned racing driver behind the wheel. On a recent holiday to Europe and the UK, I was in the right place at…

One of Australia’s most budget-friendly seven-seat SUVs isn’t so kind on buyers come service time, with a single round of capped-price maintenance to set owners back nearly $3000. The vehicle in question is the new MG QS, a large SUV to rival the Toyota Kluger, Chery Tiggo 8, Kia Sorento,…

Renault may be off the radar of many Australian buyers, but its local boss insists the brand won’t slash prices to shift the status quo. Talks of budget-minded Renaults were sparked at the local launch for the new Duster small SUV, which is now the brand’s cheapest model and starts…

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.…

Australia has room for more car brands despite an influx of new automakers, according to Omoda Jaecoo’s chief operating officer, but parent company Chery isn’t imminently adding more to its local product offering. Speaking at the launch of the Omoda 9 plug-in hybrid SUV – the priciest model yet from…

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 Australian Automobile Association (AAA) has been testing the fuel consumption and emissions claims of automakers since 2023, and now it’s expanding its testing program to look at electric vehicle (EV) range figures. The peak motoring body has released test results for five EVs analysed under its federally funded Real-World…

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…

Foton is back, and it’s once again entering a market teeming with affordable Chinese utes, and once again under-cutting Australia’s most popular Thai-built models. Unlike last time, when the previous Tunland ute contended with what was known as Great Wall, as well as ZX Auto and JMC before eventually being…

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…

Honda won’t bring in its premium Acura brand offered overseas to target a growing number of premium-pitched Chinese arrivals such as BYD’s Denza and MG’s IM Motors in Australia.  Acura was established in 1986, three years before Toyota introduced Lexus and Nissan introduced Infiniti. It also preceded Mazda’s Eunos, Efini,…

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…

Ford is recalling over 2000 examples of its previous (S550) generation Mustang as they could lose power unexpectedly. “Due to a manufacturing defect, the fuel pump impeller may not operate as intended,” the company says in its recall notice. “If this occurs, it could impair the fuel supply to the…

The 2026 Lamborghini Temerario supercar still benefits from broader Volkswagen Group expertise – despite there no longer being an Audi equivalent – according to the raging bull brand’s chief technical officer, Dr Rouven Mohr. Due in Australian showrooms in the first half of 2026, the Temerario will be priced from…

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)…

New figures showing Australia’s road toll reached a 15-year high in the 12 months to June 2025 is more evidence that the National Road Safety Strategy has failed, according to the country’s peak motoring body. The AAA’s quarterly Benchmarking the Progress of the National Road Safety Strategy (2021-30) report shows that…

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…

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…

You’re looking at the second part of Chery’s two-pronged plug-in hybrid (PHEV) launch strategy in Australia: the new Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid seven-seat SUV. Under the bonnet, it’s identical to the Tiggo 7 Super Hybrid that’s also now being released. That means it has a 1.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine…

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…

Close to 10,000 examples of the Kia Cerato and Seltos have been recalled due to potential engine failure. The recall affects vehicles equipped with Kia’s naturally aspirated 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine. “The piston rings fitted to the engines of certain vehicles may not meet manufacturing specifications, and could cause engine failure…

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…

Peugeot is recalling mild-hybrid versions of its 308, 408, 2008, 3008 and 5008 due to a fuel leak that could pose a fire risk. “Due to a manufacturing defect, the threaded connection between the high-pressure fuel pump and the fuel rail may become loose,” the company says in its recall…

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…

A more affordable Tesla Model Y – codenamed E41 – has been spied in China, and while it’s heavily camouflaged we can see what has been stripped out to bring the price down. Images shared on Chinese social media reveal many of the changes that have been made. Starting with…

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…

The petrol-powered Chery Tiggo 7 Pro has been on sale since 2023, but now the value-packed mid-size SUV has been refreshed and given the Chinese brand’s Super Hybrid powertrain. A bit like Clark Kent taking off his glasses to become Superman, the upgraded and newly named Tiggo 7 Super Hybrid…

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…

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…

Australians can now buy a street-legal, all-electric Mini Moke, courtesy of Melbourne-based electric vehicle (EV) conversion company Jaunt Motors, but you’ll have to pay handsomely for it. Jaunt’s electric Moke conversion, which is now available for customer commission ahead of delivery in 2026, is priced from $140,000 – excluding the…

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…

The Audi A7 Sportback and S8 limousine are the latest passenger models from the German luxury brand to become unavailable to order in Australia. Audi Australia has updated its website to confirm orders for the large five-door liftback and even larger four-door sedan are now closed. While the A7 is…

Chery Australia is gearing up to launch its first ute next year, but the Chinese brand says more models could follow with various body styles, powertrains, and use cases – if customers want them. Speaking with CarExpert, Chery Australia chief operating officer Lucas Harris said that while one ute is…

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…

General Motors (GM) has announced a $A1.68 billion loss for the second quarter (April-June) of 2025, citing uncertainty brought on by United States (US) import tariffs.  In its quarterly earnings call, the automaker pinned the entire $US1.1 billion loss down to the automotive import tariffs introduced from April 2, 2025,…

The V8 is enjoying a renaissance at Stellantis. The SRT go-fast division is coming back, and now the wild supercharged V8-powered Ram 1500 TRX mega-pickup is reportedly returning, too. Mopar Insiders reports word from “well-placed sources within the company” that the 1500 TRX will enter production in late January 2026,…

RACV Commercial Energy Solutions and electric vehicle (EV) charging company EVX are partnering up to bring kerbside EV chargers to Victoria, with the first two installations going online in the coming weeks. The first chargers will be located in High Street and Warner Avenue in Ashburton, with further installations to…

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…

Once slated to be replaced by the all-electric EX90, CEO Håkan Samuelsson has confirmed the Volvo XC90 will enter a third generation. During the company’s latest call with investors, the CEO was asked about speculation Volvo would build the XC90 in its Charleston, South Carolina plant in the US from…

The GWM Haval H7 arrives in Australia in August, filling a very specific niche for the Chinese auto brand. Effectively, if you want a mid-size SUV that has a more rugged look than GWM’s Haval H6 and H6 GT, but one not quite as rugged as the body-on-frame Tank 300,…

The new-generation Subaru Forester will be pricier than its predecessor, but fitted with more standard kit and a much more impressive hybrid powertrain. UPDATED 21/07/2025 9:00am: We’ve updated this article, first published on May 28, 2025, with service pricing, ANCAP safety scores, and additional imagery. Our launch review of the…

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…

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…

UPDATED 19/07/2025 7:30am: Aston Martin advises the new Vantage S will arrive in Australia in the first quarter of 2026, and is now open for orders, priced at $420,000 before on-road costs for the coupe, and $445,000 plus on-roads for the roadster. The 2025 Aston Martin Vantage S has been…

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…

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…

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,…

The third-generation Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake has been revealed, offering electric power for the first time, and the all-new small premium wagon is a good chance for local release. “The CLA Shooting Brake is under consideration for the Australian market,” said a Mercedes-Benz Australia spokesperson. It’s launching in Europe in…

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…

The Honda-Nissan merger may have fallen through, but a partnership between the two Japanese juggernauts could see Honda finally offer a traditional, body-on-frame rival to the Ford Ranger. The Nikkei newspaper, via Reuters, reports Nissan has commenced discussions with Honda to supply it with vehicles produced at its under-utilised Canton,…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

Chinese electric vehicle (EV) brand Deepal is opening five dealerships in July, and says it plans to double its retail footprint in Australia by the end of September this year. Deepal opened four dealerships in Australia when it launched here in late 2024, expanding its network to nine locations shortly…

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,…

Fledgling Chinese luxury auto brand Zeekr is launching its first plug-in hybrid (PHEV), and it has made some heady claims about this new flagship SUV. The Zeekr 9X has been “engineered to embody the luxury of a Rolls-Royce Cullinan, performance of a Porsche Cayenne, and all-terrain capability of a Range…

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…

SPONSORED Meet the 2025 Chery C5, previously the Chery Omoda 5, only this one has had a proper glow-up for its mid-life refresh. Gone is the confusion of multiple trim levels. Now, there’s just two to choose from: the well-equipped Urban, and the fully loaded Ultimate you’re looking at here.…

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…

The 3 Series has been a linchpin of the BMW lineup for 50 years, and the German auto brand is celebrating this milestone with a special edition. The BMW 3 Series 50 Jahre Edition is based on the flagship M340i xDrive – powered by a turbocharged inline six-cylinder petrol engine…

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…

The 2025 Ford Mustang has been given range-wide price rises of $5000 on every model grade, covering the turbocharged four-cylinder coupe and the 5.0-litre V8 in both coupe and convertible body styles.  The $5000 rise means the entry-level EcoBoost coupe – the most affordable Mustang offered in Australia – now…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

SPONSORED In a market where electrification is moving at full tilt but long-distance range anxiety still lingers, the Leapmotor C10 REEV Ultra Hybrid brings a clever middle ground, offering electric vehicle (EV) purity for city drives, and petrol-powered reassurance for road trips. But there’s far more to this stylish mid-size…

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…

GWM continues to be one of Australia’s fastest growing auto brands – and the nation’s favourite Chinese brand – posting its best-ever monthly sales result in June and a new record for half-year sales today. The automaker was the country’s seventh best selling brand last month, and now holds the…

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…

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…

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…

The facelifted GWM Haval H6 is due in showrooms this month, and the mid-size SUV range has been expanded to include front- and all-wheel drive plug-in hybrid (PHEV) variants. The related Haval H6 GT ‘coupe’ had already added a PHEV option earlier this year, but now its more traditional wagon…

Pricing for the Volkswagen Amarok 10 Deserts Edition has been announced along with national drive-away pricing across the updated MY25 Volkswagen Amarok dual-cab ute lineup, bringing the cost of every variant down.  The entry-level Amarok Core TDI405 Core is now priced at $55,990 drive-away – $1000 more than its previous…

UPDATE, 30/06/2025 11:00am –Toyota Australia has confirmed leaked pricing of the update Corolla Cross lineup – published by CarExpert on June 25 – is accurate, and that GX and Atmos trims will go on sale on July 24, 2025. GXL and GR Sport trim levels will follow in the fourth…

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…

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,…

BMW Canada has revealed the 2026 BMW 540i xDrive Legacy Edition, a heritage-inspired limited edition that marks the return of the inline-six 5 Series (sans PHEV tech) to the region. Just 151 units will be produced, claiming to “embody the essence of the traditional 5 Series experience” thanks to the…

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…

Ford has announced the Ford Mustang Cup will take place as a national series in Australia across six rounds in 2026 – a breeding ground for future talent – and is seeking expressions of interest from would-be competitors. Using the formidable Ford Mustang Dark Horse R racing model, a field…

Cab/chassis versions of the Kia Tasman dual-cab 4×4 ute will be priced from $48,240 before on-road costs when they arrives in Australian showrooms in August.  Pricing for the Ford Ranger and Toyota HiLux cab/chassis rival was leaked online and posted on vehicle pricing guide RedBook, with Kia having previously announced…

The Volvo XC60 SUV has now surpassed 2.7 million global sales, earning it the title of the “best-selling Volvo ever” and overtaking the iconic Volvo 240 that debuted in the 1970s. Since the original debuted in 2008, the XC60 has been a vehicle of numerous achievements for the now Chinese-owned…

Geely Auto Australia has confirmed a second SUV will soon join its electric EX5 in local showrooms, featuring a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrain. The Geely Starray EM-i shares the same Global Intelligent New Energy Architecture (GEA) platform as the EX5, even sharing some items like body panels, but it’s the…

The final large passenger car flying the Volkswagen Group flag in Australia has just entered a new generation, but it doesn’t wear a Volkswagen badge – enter the new Skoda Superb. Australian sales of large sedans and wagons have dwindled in the past 10 years, leading the Volkswagen Group’s namesake…

The Lexus LC grand tourer is on the chopping block, according to a report from Japan. Following a recent report by Best Car Web claiming the LC and smaller RC would be replaced by a single model, fellow Japanese outlet Creative Trend has reported the LC will close out with…

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,…

A heatwave has wreaked havoc on some roads in the US state of Missouri, and the moment one of them buckled in the heat has been caught on camera. In footage taken by Albert Blackwell over the weekend, we can see a road in the city of Cape Girardeau suddenly…

The facelifted 2026 Volvo XC60 SUV range has been priced for Australia, headlined by refreshed looks and the brand’s latest infotainment interface. As before the local XC60 lineup will be a four-strong affair, starting with the Plus B5 Bright (from $74,990) and topping out with the Ultra T8 Plug-in Hybrid…

The GWM Cannon Alpha has been named Australia’s best electrified ute in the inaugural 2025 CarExpert Choice awards. It beat out two electrified dual-cab finalists – the plug-in hybrid BYD Shark 6 and the all-electric LDV e-T60. The Ford Ranger PHEV was launched too late to qualify, while fresh electric…

Ford Australia has launched the Ranger PHEV to broaden customer choice, not meet emissions regulations, according to senior global product executive Jim Baumbick. The Ranger PHEV joins a growing collection of electrified Ford models in Australia that includes the all-electric Mustang Mach-E SUV and E-Transit and E-Transit Custom vans, as…

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…

At least 20 per cent of Australian customers for the Volkswagen ID. Buzz electric van and people mover range are expected to choose the more powerful, dual-motor all-wheel drive GTX performance flagship – more than in almost any other market – despite its near-$20,000 price premium at a hefty $109,990…

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…

Stellantis has patented a new three-speed transmission designed to bring its Jeep brand’s legendary off-road capability to electric vehicles (EV) without the need for additional motors or equipment.  Jeep released its first EV in Australia in 2024 – the urban-friendly Avenger – with the larger Wagoneer S crossover SUV and…

Audi Australia has launched limited edition versions of the A1 hatchback and Q2 andQ3crossover SUVs, which the automaker says offer as much as $7000 of value for a lower cost.  Named as ‘Edition’ models – although Audi hasn’t disclosed how many of each will be available for customers – the…

The GWM Ora will be the first vehicle sold by the Chinese automaker in Australia to be sourced from Thailand. The Rayong plant in Thailand – which previously produced the Holden Colorado and Trailblazer for our market, before General Motors sold to GWM in 2020 – currently manufactures not only…

A man who tore through Melbourne’s Northland shopping centre yesterday in a stolen Toyota LandCruiser 200 Series has been arrested. Police allege the 27-year-old East Melbourne man crashed through the shopping centre while evading police, after centre security notified police of the stolen vehicle at around 4:00pm yesterday (June 18).…

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…

The BYD Seal 06 plug-in hybrid (PHEV) sedan will be joined by a PHEV wagon in China late this month, and BYD Australia says the model line is an ideal candidate for local showrooms.  Priced identically to the BYD Dolphin electric hatch in China – which starts at $29,990 drive-away…

Nissan’s new crossover-shaped Leaf, which launches in Australia next year, will get a range that’s dramatically longer than its hatchback predecessor’s. The second-generation Leaf hatch had a range of only 385km on the WLTP cycle from its biggest 62kWh battery. The new Leaf will stretch that to an impressive 604km.…

The Kia Tasman is launching imminently, and Australian firm ARB has previewed a raft of accessories buyers will be able to kit their utes out with. ARB has released a series of design renders depicting accessories it may offer for the Tasman, Kia’s first ute, though it has stopped short…

“Faraday Future? I don’t know her!” some of you might say. But the fledgling electric vehicle (EV) startup is back in the spotlight after featuring in a ne music video from its latest high-profile customer. Award-winning singer, songwriter and producer, Mariah Carey, has been announced as the next owner of…

General Motors says its upcoming lithium manganese rich (LMR) batteries will offer an ideal balance of cost and range for certain electric vehicles (EVs). The American automaker plans to offer LMR batteries in addition to its existing types of lithium-ion batteries: lithium iron phosphate (LFP), intended for use in more…

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…

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…

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.…

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…

French automaker Peugeot is offering $2000 cashback on its 3008 Hybrid Fastback until June 30, 2025.  The incentive applies across the 3008 Hybrid Fastback range, which includes two model grades – Allure and Premium – starting at $52,990 before on-road costs and before the cashback offer. The broader 3008 lineup…

The 2025 Chery Tiggo 7 Super Hybrid SUV will start from $39,990 drive-away, making it Australia’s cheapest plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHEV) when it lands in showrooms next month.  The five-seat Tiggo 7 Super Hybrid’s $39,990 national drive-away price undercuts the Jaecoo J7 SHS Summit’s $47,990 drive-away sticker, as well as…

Move over BYD and look out GWM: it’s Ford’s turn to play with the plug-in hybrid (PHEV) ute. The past year has seen two PHEV utes take centre stage in Australia, both produced by Chinese manufacturers. These vehicles are, of course, the BYD Shark 6 and GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV – two…

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…

Order books for the first two “electric premium” models to become available in Australia from IM Motors – the luxury brand of Chinese automaker MG – are now open, with prices for both mid-size electric vehicles (EVs) announced today ahead of first customer deliveries later this year.  The IM5 electric…

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…

Waymo was called on to suspend its robotaxi service – at least partially – after its vehicles were deliberately targeted in the Los Angeles riots over the weekend.  Several driverless Jaguar I-Pace electric robotaxis from Waymo – worth around US$100,000 (A$153,000) – ended up being graffitied and set on fire…

The next-generation BMW X5 will have the option of an extended-range electric vehicle (EREV) powertrain as this drivetrain type continues to gain popularity, especially in China. EREVs have gained popularity there as they allow for primarily EV operation during regular commutes, and freedom from range anxiety and worrying about charging…

New data published by <a href="http://Canstar shows car insurance premiums have increased by 5.8 per cent or $122 this year – up from an average annual fee of $2104 in 2024 to $2226 in 2025. While that’s a much smaller increase than the 30.5 per cent average price hike in…

Have we moved on from the 1960s being the go-to decade for retro automotive design cues? Though the design of the latest S650-series Ford Mustang still nods to the early years of the iconic pony car, as most of its generations have, its latest special edition is looking towards the…

Australia’s first federally mandated automotive emissions legislation, known as the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES), is now upon us. The NVES officially began on January 1 and there’s now less than a month to go before auto brands start accruing financial penalties for exceeding increasingly stringent CO2 limits determined by…

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…

A refreshed GWM Haval H6 is set to launch later this month, and it will bring a more powerful petrol engine. Government approval documents seen by CarExpert show the updated mid-size SUV will continue to be powered by a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine, but its power output has been…

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…

The Kia K4 small car range is set to grow in Australia during the fourth quarter of 2025, and the Korean brand’s local product boss has confirmed it will include the debut of a new, more efficient petrol engine option Down Under. Speaking with CarExpert at the Australian media launch…

The upcoming MG U9 ute has received Australian Design Rule certification that approves it for local roads, and documents seen by CarExpert have revealed some key figures for the first time. The first ute to wear the MG nameplate in Australia is due for release here during the fourth quarter…

The Ram 1500’s new Hurricane twin-turbo inline six may produce more power and torque than the Hemi V8 it replaced, but it doesn’t have the same sound. Fret not, though – that distinctive burble is coming back. After dropping it for model year 2025 (MY25), Ram will return the 5.7-litre…

Mazda is recalling its current-generation MX-5 due to an issue that may prevent warning lights from appearing. “Due to a software programming issue, the Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) module may fail to illuminate the visual warning lights,” the company says in its recall notice. “There is no safety hazard associated…

The Alfa Romeo Stelvio may take an extended hiatus in Australia once stock of the existing model is exhausted, given the launch of the next-generation mid-size luxury SUV will reportedly be delayed until late 2026 in Europe. Such a delay would mean the second-generation SUV would be unlikely to arrive…

The funky Aygo X has not only received a facelift, but Toyota has somehow managed to cram a hybrid drivetrain into the diminutive crossover hatchback. The Aygo X’s front overhang has been stretched by 76mm to accommodate the 1.5-litre four-cylinder hybrid drivetrain from the Yaris. While its 85kW power output…

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…

Genesis is about to launch its Magma performance sub-brand, and the first cab off the rank is a hotted up version of the GV60 small electric SUV. Spotted outside the Nurburgring in Germany, this prototype has a new, more aggressive front fascia with larger air intakes and sculpted surrounds that…

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…