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Leapmotor B10 SUV to become even cheaper

Leapmotor B10 SUV to become even cheaper

The upcoming extended-range version of Leapmotor's new small electric SUV could start from under $37,000.

Climate lobby backs Australian emissions standards, but data leaves more questions than answers

Jordan Mulach

Climate lobby backs Australian emissions standards, but data leaves more questions than answers

An Australian climate change lobby has jumped on the efficiency standard bandwagon, but may be making its case with incorrect information.

2 Years Ago

2024 Toyota HiLux V-Active Technology: Mild-hybrid HiLux price and specs

William Stopford

2024 Toyota HiLux V-Active Technology: Mild-hybrid HiLux price and specs

The 2024 Toyota HiLux range now offers a mild-hybrid turbo-diesel powertrain on SR, SR5 and Rogue models.

2 Years Ago

Pricing detailed for 2024 Toyota HiLux mild-hybrid

Jordan Mulach

Pricing detailed for 2024 Toyota HiLux mild-hybrid

The Toyota HiLux mild-hybrid is due in showrooms next month, with five of the ute’s most popular variants gaining the system for a premium.

2 Years Ago

Volkswagen ID.7 Tourer keeps the wagon alive in electric age

William Stopford

Volkswagen ID.7 Tourer keeps the wagon alive in electric age

The Volkswagen ID.7 Tourer is an electric alternative to the new Passat wagon, but it hasn't been confirmed for Australia.

2 Years Ago

2024 Porsche Panamera range picks up more hybrid options

Jordan Mulach

2024 Porsche Panamera range picks up more hybrid options

One month before the new Porsche Panamera arrives in Australian showrooms, the carmaker has added two plug-in hybrid variants to the range.

2 Years Ago

Which Australian states and territories use mobile phone cameras?

Matt Campbell

Which Australian states and territories use mobile phone cameras?

Phone detection cameras are designed to catch drivers but are also seen as prolific revenue-raisers, as significant fines and demerit points.

2 Years Ago

GWM Cannon Alpha: Bigger ute approved for Australia with hybrid, diesel power

William Stopford

GWM Cannon Alpha: Bigger ute approved for Australia with hybrid, diesel power

GWM's new, more premium ute has been approved for sale in Australia, with a government filing revealing both diesel and hybrid options.

2 Years Ago

2025 Mercedes-Benz EQC Sedan: Tesla Model 3 rival spied

Jordan Mulach

2025 Mercedes-Benz EQC Sedan: Tesla Model 3 rival spied

Mercedes-Benz’s smallest EQ-branded electric vehicle yet could shape up as a rival to the Tesla Model 3 and BMW’s upcoming electric 3 Series.

2 Years Ago

Fiat parent considering building cheap Chinese electric cars in Italy - report

James Gelding

Fiat parent considering building cheap Chinese electric cars in Italy - report

Stellantis could leverage its partnership with Leapmotor and start building low-cost Chinese electric vehicles in a Fiat factory in Italy.

2 Years Ago

US to scale back tougher vehicle emissions regulations - report

Jordan Mulach

US to scale back tougher vehicle emissions regulations - report

The Biden Administration is reportedly looking to weaken upcoming emissions regulations that had aimed to help drive EVs to 60 per cent market share by 2030.

2 Years Ago

Obscure rule sees Aussie hit with $2500 fine for doing the school run

William Stopford

Obscure rule sees Aussie hit with $2500 fine for doing the school run

A Sydney woman has received fines for four different offences totalling $2575 after being pulled over riding an e-bike.

2 Years Ago

Cupra Formentor and Leon recalled due to fire risk

William Stopford

Cupra Formentor and Leon recalled due to fire risk

Cupra is recalling Formentor and Leon models due to a defective heat shield that could result in a vehicle fire.

2 Years Ago

Skoda Octavia and Superb recalled due to fire risk

Jordan Mulach

Skoda Octavia and Superb recalled due to fire risk

Both the Skoda Octavia and Superb are affected by a brake master cylinder fault which can cause a vehicle fire.

2 Years Ago

Car giants admit they may not be able to fight cheap Chinese electric cars alone

James Gelding

Car giants admit they may not be able to fight cheap Chinese electric cars alone

The growing threat of cheap Chinese EVs has competitors Ford and GM considering partnering with other companies to reduce costs.

2 Years Ago

Spied! Boxier 2025 Hyundai Palisade ditching diesel for hybrid

Jordan Mulach

Spied! Boxier 2025 Hyundai Palisade ditching diesel for hybrid

Hyundai’s three-row Palisade SUV is expected to follow the Santa Fe’s lead and go without diesel power for its new generation.

2 Years Ago

Volkswagen's wish list for Australian emissions standards revealed

William Stopford

Volkswagen's wish list for Australian emissions standards revealed

Volkswagen thinks the Government's proposed emissions standards will work if they receive a tweak to reward companies for selling more electric and hybrid vehicles.

2 Years Ago

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