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2027 Polestar 4 EV updated for Australia with no price rise
The best-selling Polestar 4 has been given chassis and equipment upgrades for 2027, yet prices remain unchanged across the lineup.
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Damion Smy is an award-winning motoring journalist whose passion for cars has taken him to some of the world’s most-read automotive titles, including the news desk at the UK’s Auto Express and his childhood bible, Car magazine. In Australia, he has held senior editorial roles at Wheels, Auto Action and Speedcafe. His time at Speedcafe reinforced his love of motorsport and eye for scoops, while a stint as Product Communications Manager at Ford Australia gave him unique insight into the industry during the final years of local manufacturing – including the Mustang’s debut on the Supercars circuit. Fuelled by coffee, Damion spends his spare time at track days in his cherished Peugeot 306 GTi, listening to prog rock, exploring design and architecture, and continuing his eternal quest for the perfect pizza.
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Chevrolet Silverado HD gets 8000kg factory towing upgrade
A factory-backed upgrade enabling 8000kg towing on the V8-powered Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD will be available later this year.
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NSW cuts vehicle registration charges, lowers toll costs
NSW motorists will receive a $100 registration discount and face lower toll costs under cost-of-living measures announced in the 2026 State Budget.
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Ford's Ranger-sized affordable electric ute will use a platform that supports right-hand drive
The US car giant has confirmed the underpinnings of its new ‘affordable’ ute are right-hand drive-capable, meaning it could be sold in Australia.
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Porsche three-row SUV plans in doubt as brand targets lower sales – report
The German brand will focus on more exclusive, low-volume models to remain profitable, threatening plans for a flagship three-row SUV.
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Hyundai i20 N hot hatch successor confirmed, set to pack hybrid power
The next-generation i20 will include a flagship N performance model, with Hyundai suggesting hybrid power could help keep the hot hatch affordable.
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Ferrari denies it's pressuring customers to buy its controversial EV
Ferrari’s marketing chief said pressuring customers to buy its controversial Luce electric vehicle to access its more traditional models would hurt the brand.
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BYD Shark 6 Performance arrives in Australia – minus some parts
Some BYD Shark 6 utes are arriving in Australia incomplete, and some customers are opting to take delivery rather than wait for missing components.
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Tesla's updated Full Self-Driving system arrives in Australia
Updated FSD v14.3.3 software for Australia’s most popular new car last month, the Tesla Model Y, is now being rolled out across the country.
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Mitsubishi previews next Outlander SUV and new ASX
New generations of Mitsubishi's two best-selling SUVs have been shown to dealers in North America ahead of their expected arrival in Australia.
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Australia's fuel excise cut extended to keep fuel petrol, diesel prices under control
Relief for Aussie motorists will continue for another month, albeit with smaller discounts, though the PM hasn't ruled out extending it beyond July.
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2026 Geely EX2: Australian specifications revealed for EV hatch ahead of imminent launch
Government filings have revealed key details of Geely's smallest Australian model ahead of its showroom arrival later this year.
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