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The Dreame is over: Chinese vacuum cleaner company scraps plans to build EVs – report

The Dreame is over: Chinese vacuum cleaner company scraps plans to build EVs – report

Dreame had grand automotive plans that included electric hypercars and a 2027 launch in Australia, but the pin has reportedly been pulled on all of it.

Leapmotor B03X nears local launch, set to become one of Australia's cheapest electric SUVs

Damion Smy

Leapmotor B03X nears local launch, set to become one of Australia's cheapest electric SUVs

Government documents show Leapmotor is set to launch the B03X, its smallest and most affordable electric SUV yet, on the Australian market.

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BMW XM may be axed as niche models come under scrutiny – report

Derek Fung

BMW XM may be axed as niche models come under scrutiny – report

With the Neue Klasse platform set to spawn more models, BMW may clear some space in the showrooms by axing some low-volume vehicles.

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2027 Audi Q4 e-tron: EV prices slashed by up to $18,000

James Wong

2027 Audi Q4 e-tron: EV prices slashed by up to $18,000

The updated Audi Q4 e-tron range will land in Australia early next year, complete with increased standard equipment and cheaper prices across the board.

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2026 Renault Symbioz price and specs

Max Davies

2026 Renault Symbioz price and specs

The Captur has been shelved in Australia, with Renault turning to the fresh Symbioz to carry its small SUV torch.

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Ford Bronco ute set to return – report

Damion Smy

Ford Bronco ute set to return – report

The previously cancelled Ford Bronco pickup is reportedly back on the agenda, as the US car giant prepares a barrage of new “icon” models for global showrooms.

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Genesis GV90 revealed as electric flagship with Rolls-Royce-style doors

William Stopford

Genesis GV90 revealed as electric flagship with Rolls-Royce-style doors

The Genesis GV90 is the brand's new flagship SUV, with a 490kW electric powertrain and available accoutrements like coach doors and heated floors.

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William Stopford

“Retrograde step”: Chinese brand urged to reconsider deleting crucial safety feature

Independent safety authority ANCAP has criticised Chinese newcomer GAC for deleting a key safety feature.

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Mahindra launches an EV with a battery not included as standard

Matt Campbell

Mahindra launches an EV with a battery not included as standard

The Indian automaker is following China’s Nio in introducing a battery subscription model, bringing list prices down for its small EV.

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‘Annoying’ car safety tech could prevent nearly 8000 Australian road casualties a year

Damion Smy

‘Annoying’ car safety tech could prevent nearly 8000 Australian road casualties a year

New research shows road trauma is rising in Australia despite more driver-assist tech, finding almost two-thirds of drivers switch off ‘annoying’ or ‘untrustworthy’ safety systems.

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Kangaroo crash prevention tech “possible”

Matt Campbell

Kangaroo crash prevention tech “possible”

Mahindra has safety systems that can predict and prevent crashes with cows, and it says kangaroo detection tech is possible.

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MG’s premium electric fastback gets update, special edition inspired by Princess Di’s shoes

William Stopford

MG’s premium electric fastback gets update, special edition inspired by Princess Di’s shoes

The slippery electric liftback sold in MG's Australian showrooms has received an update in its home market of China, bringing more range.

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Ford planning a more affordable Mercedes-Benz G-Wagen rival – report

Derek Fung

Ford planning a more affordable Mercedes-Benz G-Wagen rival – report

Lincoln is reportedly preparing a rival for the ever-so-fashionable Mercedes-Benz G-Class, and it could make use of Australian-developed platform.

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Audi's iconic five-cylinder engine could be spared the axe

Damion Smy

Audi's iconic five-cylinder engine could be spared the axe

In a reversal of fortunes, the legendary five-cylinder turbo engine may live beyond the current Audi RS3, which was previously slated to be its last hurrah.

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BYD's Yangwang U8 ultra-luxury SUV ruled out for Australia, for now

Damion Smy

BYD's Yangwang U8 ultra-luxury SUV ruled out for Australia, for now

Sightings of the ultra-luxury SUV on local roads are not a sign the Yangwang U8 is coming to Australia, BYD says.

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Ram 2500 recalled

Damion Smy

Ram 2500 recalled

A number of Ram 2500 pickups have been recalled to rectify an issue with their stability control system.

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Chery Stockman petrol PHEV to be outpunched by Jetour F700 ute

Damion Smy

Chery Stockman petrol PHEV to be outpunched by Jetour F700 ute

Two Chery brands will launch petrol plug-in hybrid utes in Australia in 2027, but one is set to have a distinct advantage in both power and torque.

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