William Stopford
Expert Insights: Q&A with FCAI chief executive Tony Weber
Australia's top auto industry body has warned of higher prices, slower sales, higher emissions and an older 'carpark' under NVES legislation.
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William Stopford
What is Omoda Jaecoo, and how is this new brand different to Chery?
Omoda Jaecoo is a slightly more upmarket sister brand to Chery, offering more luxurious appointments and a longer warranty.
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Max Davies
2025 Renault Trafic price and specs
Renault's updated Trafic van brings a more comprehensive suite of safety gear and touched-up styling, along with minor price rises.
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William Stopford
2025 GWM Haval H6: Updated RAV4 rival nears Australian launch, packing more power
The updated GWM Haval H6 is set to offer more than just a fresh face and a larger touchscreen, with a bump in power expected.
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James Wong
Kia K4 Hatch to debut more efficient engine in Australia
No, there's no hybrid (yet), but the Kia K4 will get a more efficient petrol engine later this year with the launch of the hatchback version.
7 Days Ago
James Wong
Kia wants an even cheaper Sportage Hybrid to take on the Toyota RAV4 in Australia
Kia Australia may have doubled its range of Sportage Hybrids, but the brand's local product boss is gunning for an even cheaper price-leader.
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James Wong
Kia won't extend warranty to best Hyundai
Kia isn't planning on extending its seven-year new vehicle warranty, despite an increasing number of brands matching and bettering it.
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William Stopford
Donald Trump says Elon Musk ‘went crazy’ over US EV subsidy cuts
US President Donald Trump and Tesla CEO Elon Musk have gone from friends to foes and a disagreement on EV subsidies is a key part of the feud.
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William Stopford
Australia's EV sales race gets a jolt as surprising new entry knocks off a Tesla
The Geely EX5 pushed past popular electric vehicles from BYD, MG and Tesla in May, recording over 500 deliveries.
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William Stopford
2026 MG U9 ute: Payload, GVM and other key details revealed for Ford Ranger rival
MG's upcoming Ranger and HiLux rival, the U9 ute, will offer competitive towing, power and payload figures.
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Damion Smy
EV brand Leapmotor says its top-seller will have a petrol engine
Chinese brand Leapmotor says the new range-extender hybrid version of its C10 mid-size electric SUV will become its best-seller.
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William Stopford
Mercedes-Benz admits its G-Class EV is a "complete flop" – report
Weak demand for its electric G-Class could see Mercedes-Benz offer combustion power in its upcoming smaller companion.
7 Days Ago
Damion Smy
Toyota Celica edges closer, may return with petrol power
US reports suggest development of a reborn Toyota Celica is “pretty advanced”, and it may shun electrification in favour of pure petrol power.
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Derek Fung
Volvo unveils a smarter seat belt, heading into production in 2026
Volvo will debut a new, smarter seat belt with more load limiter settings and data input from various sensors in its EX60 EV next year.
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William Stopford
Ram 1500 revives Hemi V8 as brand fixes "mistake", Australian return unconfirmed
It might not have as much power and torque as the turbo six that replaced it, but the Ram 1500's Hemi V8 was much loved. It's now coming back.
8 Days Ago
Damion Smy
MG 4 prices set to rise in Australia – again
The MG 4 electric hatch will receive price rises of up to $3000 from July 1, its fourth increase in the last 12 months.
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