Damion Smy
Australian drivers are turning off “annoying” safety systems, study shows
A study from car insurer AAMI shows drivers are turning off warning systems they find “too sensitive” despite knowing they improve safety.
1 Year Ago
Marton Pettendy
2025 BMW X5 Shadow Edition price: Darkened special SUV comes at a premium
The special-edition large German luxury SUV adds a host of M Sport Pro extras for a not insubstantial price premium.
1 Year Ago
CarExpert
Man caught driving without bonnet and driver's seat now without car
No, you can't drive your car without its bonnet, and with a patio chair as the driver's seat. No, not even if you're just ducking down to the wreckers.
1 Year Ago
William Stopford
China to become top source of new cars in Australia, fuelled by emissions regs – report
A new report forecasts Chinese cars to account for over 40 per cent of our market by 2035, and says new emissions standards will enable this.
1 Year Ago
William Stopford
MG 4 EV Urban: New trademark leaves door open for second electric hatch
Could MG's larger, more softly styled electric hatchback be sold here alongside the existing MG 4 as the MG 4 Urban?
1 Year Ago
William Stopford
Kerbside EV charging coming to Victoria as Aussie firm's network continues to grow
After rolling out an extensive network of kerbside electric vehicle chargers in New South Wales, EVX is now doing the same in Victoria.
1 Year Ago
Derek Fung
Peugeot, Ram parent posts A$4.1 billion loss, forecasts more tariff trouble
It's not just Nissan that's in financial pain, with Stellantis expecting to post a big loss for the first half of this year.
1 Year Ago
William Stopford
Multiple Lexus models recalled
The Lexus LBX, LM and LS are being recalled due to digital instrument clusters that can go blank, which can be fixed via a dealer update.
1 Year Ago
William Stopford
Range Rover Evoque recalled
The Range Rover Evoque is being recalled as its passenger airbag could tear during deployment, sending hot gas towards vehicle occupants.
1 Year Ago
William Stopford
China's quirkiest ute nears Australian launch
It's an SUV! It's a ute! It's a... multitruck? Whatever you call it, the Deepal E07 is reaching local showrooms soon.
1 Year Ago
Damion Smy
BYD's Yangwang luxury brand is going global, under consideration for Australia
Are you ready for a Chinese electric supercar? Ultra-luxury brand locked in for Europe, and Australia may be next.
1 Year Ago
William Stopford
GWM Tank 500 diesel debuts, but Australians will have to wait
The Tank 500 large SUV is gaining diesel power in Thailand this year, but GWM's Australian arm is waiting for a more powerful engine.
1 Year Ago
Damion Smy
The end of cheap Chinese cars? Government vows to end price wars
The Chinese government wants consumers to pay more for new cars as it looks to combat hyper-competitive price wars at home.
1 Year Ago
William Stopford
2025 Jeep Gladiator price and specs: Only one variant left, but it's cheaper than before
The facelifted MY25 Jeep Gladiator offers more standard kit, but while the Rubicon is cheaper than before it's now the only grade remaining.
1 Year Ago
Damion Smy
Tesla loses billion-dollar revenue source as US ditches fuel economy fines
Elon Musk’s EV company has lost a significant income stream due to the end of US penalties for automakers that exceed fuel economy standards.
1 Year Ago
Damion Smy
Next Chevrolet Camaro to follow the ‘formula'... if it happens
GM says it has the ‘formula’ for a new Camaro, but its president says the shrinking sports car market means it’s not a sure thing – yet.
1 Year Ago