James Wong
2026 BMW X1 and X2 updates bring PHEV and MHEV power
BMW Australia has confirmed technical upgrades and range revisions for 2026, headlined by a new X1 PHEV variant and mild-hybrid power for base SUVs.
8 Months Ago
James Wong
2026 Kia EV9 GT just weeks away from Australia
Kia's local product boss says orders for the 374kW EV9 GT should open by the end of March, though final price and specs are still to be confirmed.
8 Months Ago
James Wong
Kia EV4 Hatch, hi-po GT still on the cards for Australia
Kia's local product boss says the door is still open for the European-made EV4 Hatch in Australia – including the 215kW GT.
8 Months Ago
Derek Fung
Audi confirms RS5 plug-in hybrid, and entry-level EV
The upcoming Audi RS5 will be available as a liftback and wagon, and will be motivated by a new plug-in hybrid drivetrain.
8 Months Ago
William Stopford
2026 GWM Tank 300 Hi4-T PHEV priced, significantly undercuts Denza B5
The GWM Tank 300 lineup has gained yet another powertrain, this time a 300kW/750Nm plug-in hybrid option.
8 Months Ago
Damion Smy
US recall prompts ‘Customer Service Exercise’ for Toyota Tundra in Australia
Toyota Australia has announced a ‘Customer Service Exercise’ to fix potentially faulty panoramic cameras in 1210 Tundra pickups.
8 Months Ago
William Stopford
2026 KGM Actyon Hybrid price and specs: Ex-SsangYong coupe SUV gets hybrid option
The KGM Actyon mid-size crossover SUV has followed its Torres sibling in gaining hybrid power in Australia.
8 Months Ago
Damion Smy
Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series, Prado prices increased
The popular Toyota LandCruiser and LandCruiser Prado SUVs have been given their first price rises since 2024.
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CarExpert
Tesla superfan launches GoFundMe to fix Model 3 battery after failure at 417,000km
After surpassing a major milestone, the Tesla of a prominent owner's group admin has broken down and he's soliciting donations to see it reach 500,000km.
8 Months Ago
Damion Smy
BYD sales fall for fifth consecutive month as global volumes slide
The Chinese brand that knocked Tesla off to become the world’s number one electric vehicle maker has posted another month of sliding sales.
8 Months Ago
Damion Smy
IM LS9 Hyper: High-tech Chinese luxury SUV on the cards for Australia
MG’s luxury arm has unveiled a new flagship SUV with what it claims is world-first electronic four-wheel steering technology and a tri-motor EREV powertrain.
8 Months Ago
James Wong
Kia Picanto safe for "many years" in Australia
Kia's local product boss says the Picanto city car is here to stay for a while yet, despite other brands abandoning the lower end of the market.
8 Months Ago
Damion Smy
Australia-bound Geely EX2 was China’s best-selling car in 2025
Due in local showrooms later in 2026, the Geely EX2 electric hatch outsold all of its rivals in the world’s biggest auto market last year.
8 Months Ago
Derek Fung
Toyota claims global sales crown in 2025, stretching lead over Volkswagen
For the sixth year running Toyota has beaten Volkswagen for the global sales crown, with the gap between the two widening in 2025.
8 Months Ago
James Wong
Kia EV5 GT: Go-fast electric SUV a no-go for Australia
The high-performance Kia EV5 GT is unlikely to be sold in this market, and the brand's local product boss explains why.
8 Months Ago
Josh Nevett
The EVs with the longest range in Australia in 2026
Want an electric vehicle but can't overcome 'range anxiety'? These are the longest-range EVs on sale in Australia right now.
8 Months Ago