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BYD Dolphin Dynamic review
The base BYD Dolphin electric hatch isn't as dynamic as its name suggests, but it still has a place in the affordable EV market.
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7.9
Lexus LS review
As elegant as it is niche, the Lexus LS500 Sports Luxury limousine represents the pinnacle of the Japanese luxury brand's craft.
James Wong
Jaecoo J8 review: Quick drive
Ahead of the Jaecoo brand launching in Australia, we scored a drive in the J8 seven-seat SUV that could also be sold here.
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7.4
Deepal S07 review
Australia's newest brand has arrived with a mid-sized electric SUV, but we're not sure it will steal sales from the segment leaders.
Max Davies
4WD controls explained: How to use 2H, 4H, 4L and diff locks
Unsure of what the buttons in your new dual-cab ute or off-road SUV do? Here's a guide, plus some cautions to watch out for.
Paul Maric
7.3
Jeep Wrangler review
A new four-cylinder turbo-petrol engine brings fresh energy to this iconic off-roader, but many of its fundamental flaws remain.
Jack Quick
8.3
Volkswagen Touareg 170TDI review
The 'base' VW Touareg could well be the new sweet spot, thanks to its strong value and impressively refined drive experience.
James Wong
Zeekr 7X review
This new electric SUV has the potential to shake things up for luxury car buyers in Australia this year… so long as the price is right.
Matt Campbell
7.5
GWM Haval Jolion Lux review
The Jolion is a sales darling for GWM, but the mid-spec Lux variant has seemingly been left to fight a losing battle against newer rivals.
Josh Nevett
Land Rover Discovery off-road review
We take the luxe Land Rover Discovery D300 off the beaten path to see whether it can live up to its off-road heritage.
Simon Christie
8.7
Aston Martin DB12 Volante review
Aston Martin's 'Super Tourer' is as gorgeous as a convertible as it is in coupe form, but offers more of its soundtrack more of the time.
James Wong
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Cupra Formentor VZe Tribe Edition review
While this limited-edition Cupra Formentor may look like a flagship VZx, it instead packs a PHEV powertrain with up to 58km of EV range.
Jack Quick
8.2
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 review
The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is refreshingly old-school in some ways, but with all the latest technology you'd expect in a full-sized pickup.
William Stopford
7.7
Lexus GX review
The Lexus GX is one of the most comfortable highway tourers going, but its high fuel use and small fuel tank hold it back.
Jack Quick
8.2
Zeekr X review
The latest compact electric SUV from China has plenty of ‘wow’ factor, strong presence and loads of luxury, but some annoying bits too.
Matt Campbell
7.8
Smart #1 Premium review
The Smart #1 is a groovy little electric SUV, but there are some seriously annoying tech elements that you should be aware of.
Matt Campbell
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The Porsche 911 S/T is limited to just 1963 examples, leading to one owner saving theirs from impending doom in the Los Angeles fires.
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Fugitive stopped by his car’s own tangled wiring
A Subaru Liberty ended up stopping its owner from continuing a police pursuit, after its wiring loom was damaged following an impact.
Jordan Mulach
Toyota SUV now looks even more like a Ferrari Purosangue
Japanese tuning company Aero Over will transform your Toyota Crown Sport into a Ferrari Purosangue for a fraction of the price.
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Man calls police on 'drunk' driver... and gets nabbed for drink-driving himself
A Canadian motorist called police on another driver he suspected of being drunk but, in a twist, he was the one who got stung for driving under in the influence.
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BYD's electric hypercar can jump on its own – but why?
The Yangwang U9 has the unique ability to jump, even while driving autonomously. We're not sure such a skill is useful for a car.
Max Davies
Suzuki Jimny gets more power thanks to Australian input
If there's one thing Suzuki Jimny owners want, it's more power. Harrop Engineering has answered and delivered.
Jordan Mulach
Tesla Cybertruck explodes outside Trump hotel, Elon Musk blames fireworks
Tesla CEO Elon Musk says a Cybertruck electric pickup explosion outside the Trump International Hotel Las Vegas was caused by fireworks.
Jordan Mulach
Turbocharged, lightweight Toyota 86 defected by police
This Toyota 86 was spotted driving around Sydney despite missing most of its front panels, and defected for its unapproved turbocharger.
Jordan Mulach
Police continue modified car crackdown with almost two dozen defects
New South Wales Highway Patrol officers have continued to target unroadworthy vehicles allegedly involved in street racing.
Jordan Mulach
Police impound Nissan GT-R after near 190km/h motorway blast
This Nissan GT-R owner will be without their high-performance sports car for Christmas, after being clocked at 189km/h on the M5 Motorway.
Dev Singh
Unusual road rules from around the world
From giving way to camels in Nevada to not drinking water in Cyprus while driving, many countries have some peculiar road rules.
Dev Singh
Another driver gets stuck on the 'road' where Aussie motorists keep getting stranded
For the ninth time in less than 30 months, a car has become stuck on the Adelaide 'O-Bahn', requiring a crane to be extracted.
Jordan Mulach
Police warn against leaving pets, children in cars after rescuing hot dog
It's summertime in Australia and it's getting hot, and yet police are still having to reiterate the dangers of locking animals and kids in cars.
Jordan Mulach
Subaru buyer violates return policy by crashing through dealer window
It's a door buster deal! A Utah man who claims a dealer sold him a lemon has gotten revenge by crashing through the front doors of the business.
Dev Singh
Subaru Outback takes place of WRX in bizarre ram raid
The Subaru Impreza WRX used to be the ram raid vehicle of choice, but these Canberra criminals instead used an Outback to clumsily steal from a store.
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Is It Legal?
Is it legal to put Christmas lights on your car?
If you're looking to attach Christmas lights to your car to spread the holiday spirit, you may potentially face thousands of dollars in fines.
Jordan Mulach
What is needed for a roadworthy safety certificate in QLD?
Dev Singh
Is it legal to do your makeup while you're driving?
While it may seem like a great use of time putting on your makeup while driving to work, it can get you in serious trouble in some instances.
Matt Campbell
Is it illegal to put your feet up on your dashboard?
Is it legal to put your feet on the dashboard? The answer may actually surprise you, but here is why you shouldn't care.
Matt Campbell
Is it legal to add a light bar or spotlights to my vehicle?
Adding a light bar, spot lights or driving lights to a vehicle can be one of the best ways to improve the safety of the vehicle, but you need to get it right.
Matt Campbell
Is it illegal to unplug an EV while it's charging?
There are no specific rules to police this, but unplugging someone else's car may cause you some issues depending on who you ask.
Matt Campbell
Is it legal for P-platers to tow a trailer?
It's legal for P-platers to tow a trailer in Australia, though there are restrictions in some states and territories.
Matt Campbell
Is it illegal to have a dog in the back of my ute?
If you do the wrong thing and are caught for it, it’s more than just a slap on the wrist with fines in excess of $9000!
Matt Campbell
Is it illegal to drive naked?
If you're found to expose yourself to anyone who doesn’t want to see what you’ve got to show them, you could be charged with obscene exposure, but is it legal to drive naked?
Matt Campbell
Is it legal to stop on a pedestrian crossing or a children’s crossing?
We've all done it, either by accident or purpose. But is it illegal to stop on a pedestrian crossing in Australia?
Jordan Mulach
Is it illegal to drive over a roundabout?
It may seem like a good idea and be a little bit of fun, but driving over a roundabout is illegal unless certain criteria is met.
Matt Campbell
Is it legal to drive with one hand on the wheel?
Australia-wide, the rules are basically the same. You should have both hands on the wheel at all times.
Matt Campbell
Is it illegal to leave your car windows open?
Thieves aren't the only people who can cash in if you park your car with the windows open.
Matt Campbell
Is it illegal to drive with squeaky brakes?
Here's what you need to know about getting around with squeaky brakes. Turns out, sometimes they're more than just annoying.
Matt Campbell
Is it illegal to drive with headphones?
You might find yourself wanting to drive with headphones on, but be careful – it could land you in trouble.
Matt Campbell
Is it illegal to drive while smoking?
While it's legal to smoke in the car, there are circumstances where you will be fined for doing so.
Matt Campbell
Opinion Articles
Considering a Mitsubishi Outlander? Here are some alternatives
The Mitsubishi Outlander was the fifth top-selling car overall in 2024. Here's whether we'd buy it, or another mid-size SUV.
Jack Quick
Mitsubishi is a big car brand in Australia, but for how much longer?
Mitsubishi says it has fresh product coming later this decade, but some of its recent decisions on a global level give us cause for concern.
William Stopford
What should you buy instead of an MG 3?
Last year the MG 3 remained a segment leader, though in new-gen guise it no longer retains the budget crown. Here's what we'd buy instead.
Jack Quick
Which new car brands coming to Australia are the CarExpert team excited about?
At least 10 new brands are entering the Australian new-car market in 2025, or arrived in the dying days of 2024. Here are the ones we're most excited for.
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The automotive trends that need to die in 2025
The automotive industry is a slave to trends – and the CarExpert team wants these ones killed off in 2025.
CarExpert.com.au
The CarExpert team's predictions for 2025
Will 2025 be the year of the plug-in hybrid, the year in which new-car prices finally fall, or the year Toyota confirms two new sports cars?
CarExpert.com.au
The cars Australians should buy more of in 2025
Looking for a new car in 2025? You could buy an extremely popular Toyota or Mazda, or you could look at some of these excellent but more niche alternatives.
William Stopford
The new models the CarExpert team are most excited about in 2025
There's always something to be excited about in the automotive world. Here are the new cars we can't wait to drive in 2025.
CarExpert.com.au
The cars axed in 2024 that we'll miss the most
Australia said goodbye to more than a dozen vehicles this year, and these are the models we'll miss the most.
CarExpert.com.au
The cars revealed in 2024 we wish would come to Australia
Have a wish list of cool cars revealed in 2024 that you want to see come to Australia? So do we, and here are the ones we'd have.
CarExpert.com.au
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2022 Nissan Note owner review
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Honda reportedly wants Nissan to buy out the share Renault has in it, before the two Japanese brands shack up together in 2026.
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Tesla Model Y vs Deepal S07 comparison: Spec battle
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MG Cyberster vs Rolls-Royce Spectre drag race
It's an all-electric performance car showdown as the MG Cyberster roadster takes on the super-luxury Rolls-Royce Spectre coupe.
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Two of the fastest McLarens head-to-head on the drag strip to see which is quicker, with the Senna up against the 765LT.
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MG is aiming high with its fresh model lineup, and the new HS SUV heads the charge. Here's how it compares to the venerable Mazda CX-5.
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The new MG 3 is a huge improvement over its predecessor, but the best-selling hatch is now priced to rival the trusted Toyota Yaris.
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Plug-in hybrid sales continue to grow in Australia, and BYD's Sealion 6 is a big reason for that. How does it stack up against the Outlander?
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