James Wong
Mazda won't rebadge the Toyota Yaris Hybrid for Australia
Mazda won't add a Yaris-based 2 Hybrid to the Australian range like it has in Europe, as the Japanese brand rushes to add electrification in key segments.
3 Days Ago
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James Wong began his automotive journalism career at Carsales in 2015 as an intern, before joining CarAdvice in 2016 where he quickly became a prominent news writer. During his time there he published almost 3000 news and review articles and even made Mumbrella’s “Top 20 most prolific web authors in Australia” list in 2019. He later broadened his skills in automotive PR as a Communications Consultant with Ford Australia through Pulse (now Ogilvy PR), before reuniting with former colleagues at CarExpert. Outside of work, James owns a Mk7.5 VW Golf GTI nicknamed “Freddy” and is a proud Ambassador for Drive Against Depression, a charity supporting mental wellness through driving. Away from cars, he enjoys tennis, dancing, and karaoke – usually belting out a Mariah Carey ballad.
James' Articles
James Wong
2026 Zeekr 9X review: Quick drive
Is it a Rolls? Is it a Rangie? No, it's a Zeekr! The all-new 9X blends wild straight-line go with opulent luxury – and could be cheaper than a BMW X5.
4 Days Ago
James Wong
Volkswagen Golf GTI Edition 50 sets new lap record around the 'Ring
VW's 50th birthday tribute to the Golf GTI is the fastest front-drive production car around the Nürburgring Nordschleife – lapping the Green Hell in a record 7:44.523 minutes.
4 Days Ago
James Wong
Zeekr responds to cybersecurity concerns around Chinese vehicles
Zeekr says its owners shouldn't be concerned about data security, and the Chinese brand insists it complies with all relevant laws.
8 Days Ago
James Wong
Zeekr won't take on Tesla Model 3 with EV sedan in Australia
China's Zeekr isn't looking to bring the sedan-bodied 007 to Australia to take on the popular Tesla Model 3, instead mulling its 001 shooting brake.
8 Days Ago
James Wong
Zeekr planning more upmarket performance and luxury flagships
The global VP for Zeekr says the Chinese brand has aspirations to move further upmarket to challenge established performance and luxury models.
10 Days Ago
James Wong
Zeekr 7X expected to dethrone Tesla Model Y as Australia's most popular EV
The Chinese auto brand reckons its popular 7X electric SUV is capable of 2000 sales per month in Australia, which would make it a sales leader.
10 Days Ago
James Wong
Lynk & Co still a no-go for Australia – for now
Geely's local boss says Lynk & Co isn't in the short-term plan for the Chinese auto group here, where the focus is on the Geely and Zeekr brands.
11 Days Ago
James Wong
2026 Geely EX2 review: Quick drive
We've had a quick steer of the Geely EX2 budget EV in China, and the new electric hatch shows signs of promise provided it's priced around $30,000.
11 Days Ago
James Wong
Geely details PHEV-heavy Australian product offensive
China's Geely will more than double its model lineup by the end of 2027, with three new plug-in hybrid SUVs and a PHEV sedan locked in for Australia.
11 Days Ago
James Wong
Geely Galaxy Cruiser: Toyota Prado-chasing PHEV off-roader here next year
The 2027 Geely Galaxy Cruiser will take aim at large off-road SUVs like the Ford Everest with plug-in hybrid power.
11 Days Ago
James Wong
Geely readying all-new plug-in hybrid ute to rival Ranger and HiLux, with Australian development
China's Geely is working on an all-new Ford Ranger competitor, promising PHEV tech and heavy-duty capability to compete with segment benchmarks.
11 Days Ago