William Stopford
2025 Hyundai Ioniq 9 launching as a fully loaded large electric SUV
Hyundai won't offer a full range of Ioniq 9 variants at launch like Kia does with its related EV9, though it may expand the lineup later.
9 Months Ago
William Stopford
2026 Hyundai Palisade: All-new large SUV getting hybrid to take on Kluger this year
The new-generation Hyundai Palisade will arrive in Australia later this year, initially only with a new turbocharged hybrid powertrain.
9 Months Ago
Alborz Fallah
Aston Martin commences use of new Royal Warrant, thanks to King Charles
King Charles III’s new Royal Crest has been released by the College of Arms and will now appear alongside Aston Martin's famous winged badge.
9 Months Ago
Derek Fung
2026 Skoda Elroq RS revealed as hot electric SUV
Boasting a 250kW all-wheel drive drivetrain, the new Elroq RS sits atop the range of Skoda's smallest electric crossover.
9 Months Ago
Alborz Fallah
Reciprocal tariffs on US trading partners will have ‘ripple effects’ on Australia
Increased tariffs from the US on its trading partners could eventually impact Australia's new-car market and wider economy.
9 Months Ago
Max Davies
Beefy new Kia Tasman concept previews hardcore off-road gear
Kia has revealed a tough new concept version of its upcoming Tasman ute, going the full nine yards with some serious off-road equipment.
9 Months Ago
William Stopford
Genesis teases a pair of new flagship two-door concepts
Genesis has showcased what its Mercedes-Benz S-Class rival would look like as a coupe and convertible, but will these concepts reach production?
9 Months Ago
Jordan Mulach
Several Volvo PHEVs recalled due to fire risk
Four Volvo plug-in hybrid models are affected by a fault which can cause a vehicle fire, leading to a recall in Australia.
9 Months Ago
Jordan Mulach
Two Peugeot EVs recalled
A pair of Peugeot electric vehicles have been recalled in Australia because they can suffer a loss of power while driving.
9 Months Ago
Jordan Mulach
VFACTS March 2025: Ford Ranger back on top as market expands for the first time this year
Australia's new vehicle market has started to ramp up again, with March sales up on the same month in 2024, but sales are still down in 2025.
9 Months Ago
Max Davies
Mazda CX-6e: New Chinese-built electric SUV spied for the first time
Photographers have snapped Mazda's upcoming new CX-5-size electric SUV undergoing testing, just days after it was officially teased.
9 Months Ago
William Stopford
2026 Hyundai Ioniq 6: Slippery EV sedan gets sleeker look, hot N coming
Hyundai's refreshed Ioniq 6 not only looks more aggressive, it's also going to get a lot more grunt courtesy of a new N variant.
9 Months Ago
William Stopford
2026 Hyundai Nexo: Hydrogen hero redesigned with more range, power
The Hyundai Nexo is unavailable to the Aussie public, but that could change with its bigger, bolder, more powerful and longer-range successor.
9 Months Ago
James Wong
Kia EV3 and EV5 to drive record EV sales for Korean brand
Kia Australia's product boss is projecting record electric vehicle sales for the Korean brand in 2025, thanks to the new EV3 and EV5 SUVs.
9 Months Ago
James Wong
2026 Kia Stonic in line for hybrid boost Down Under
Kia's littlest SUV is all but confirmed to bring mild-hybrid assistance in 2026, likely coinciding with an as-yet-unannounced facelift.
9 Months Ago
Jordan Mulach
More than a dozen carmakers fined $940 million for cartel behaviour
Several major carmakers were found to have engaged in cartel behaviour related to the end-of-life recycling of vehicles, leading to big fines.
9 Months Ago