Damion Smy
2027 BMW X5 and iX5 EV: New-generation SUV range revealed, Australian timing locked in
Larger, faster, more powerful – but also heavier – the new BMW X5 has been revealed and will be in Australian showrooms by the end of 2026.
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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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MG: Australia hasn't hit ‘peak ute’ ahead of U9 EV launch
The electric version of the MG U9 will attract new buyers and help grow the dual-cab ute market, the automaker says, dismissing the view utes are falling out of favour with Australians.
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2026 MG U9 Black Edition prices: Sinister special joins ute lineup
Australia is the first country to receive the limited-run U9 Black Edition, which brings unique mechanical upgrades and one-off visual changes.
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Hyundai says Australia's EV sales have turned a corner
Hyundai Australia sees the current record market share for electric vehicles as the new normal, suggesting the boom in sales has marked a turning point.
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Hyundai Staria Hybrid can't tow – for now
Hyundai’s van has a new powertrain, but it doesn’t yet have an official towing rating – though the automaker says this shouldn’t impact sales.
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Hyundai Staria faces ANCAP retest as five-star rating nears expiration date
Hyundai's freshly updated Staria people mover and Staria Load commercial van will be retested by ANCAP, which the automaker says will be critical to their success.
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Hyundai could ‘do a Toyota’ and cull its ICE models
Replacing its existing standalone petrol and diesel passenger models with hybrid and electric alternatives is “inevitable”, according to Hyundai Australia's top brass.
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Hyundai learning from Kia Tasman as its Ford Ranger, Toyota HiLux rival edges closer
Hyundai Australia is weighing multiple global options for its first dual-cab ute, taking lessons from the slow-selling Kia Tasman.
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Mitsubishi the latest Japanese brand to walk back EV plans, abandons in-house EV development
Despite helping pioneer EVs, Mitsubishi won't develop more of its own until the market has matured, making it the latest Japanese brand to walk back EV plans.
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BYD drops its cheapest electric sedan in Australia
The entry-level BYD Seal Dynamic has been dropped from local showrooms, reducing the electric sedan lineup to two model grades despite record sales growth for the Chinese brand.
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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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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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