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The new, unusual solution to EV fires: High-speed battery ejection
New technology has been demonstrated in China that sees an electric vehicle's battery rapidly ejected to keep occupants safe from an imminent fire.
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Damion Smy
Hyundai Ioniq 5 N Essential: High-performance EV gets cheaper
The quickest and most powerful Hyundai has a new entry-level version in South Korea, but it’s not a whole lot cheaper…
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Damion Smy
Ford Mustang hybrid back on the cards – report
The Mustang may follow in another iconic sports car, the Porsche 911, in going hybrid as emissions laws tighten globally.
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William Stopford
2026 Ford Everest Sport Bi-Turbo limited edition brings more kit, drive-away pricing
Ford's fanciest four-cylinder Everest is the new limited edition Sport, with a blacked-out look and a sharp drive-away price.
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James Wong
Kia K4 Hybrid coming in 2026
The Kia K4 Hatch is headed for Europe with a range of turbo and mild-hybrid engines, but a "full hybrid" is slated for 2026.
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Damion Smy
‘Secret’ safety ratings released, revealing some of Australia's most dangerous roads
The release of road safety ratings is a win for motorists, says the Australian Automobile Association, and will save lives.
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William Stopford
Chery launching its third auto brand in Australia in four years
A lot of new Chinese brands have been rolling into Australia, and it seems like a lot of them are owned by Chery. Here's another one.
3 Months Ago
Damion Smy
China's Zeekr eyes opulent PHEV flagship for Australia
Zeekr's first plug-in hybrid could join its current electric vehicle-only line up in 2026, with a second hybrid also in the pipeline.
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Derek Fung
The design gimmick Hyundai is sick of
Hyundai will persist with highly differentiated designs across its model range, but light bars seemingly won't feature.
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James Wong
2026 Skoda Kodiaq RS: Seven-seat performance SUV priced for Australia
The second-generation Skoda Kodiaq RS ups the grunt and the kit, but not the price. It's on sale from $69,990 before on-road costs.
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James Wong
Cupra prices its most expensive model for Australia yet
Cupra will be adding a plug-in hybrid Terramar in November, which at $77,990 plus on-roads is the brand's most expensive model in Australia.
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It's not a raceway anymore, mate! Stinger driver stung for Oran Park blast
A Kia Stinger driver has had his licence confiscated for treating a neighbourhood like the racetrack that was once there.
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Damion Smy
Federal government announces $1.1b plan to power cars with low-carbon biofuel
A new $1.1 billion program plans to establish Australia as a world leader in fossil fuel replacements made from organic waste and canola.
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Alborz Fallah
EVs are GM’s 'North Star' – but hybrids and V8s here to stay
GM is continuing to invest in combustion power even though it sees EVs as central to its long-term vision, and even as it once again rolls out hybrids.
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William Stopford
Genesis plans product blitz with new flagships, hybrids
More markets, more powertrain options, and more flagship offerings are on the agenda as Genesis continues to grow.
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Josh Nevett
MG boss makes big safety promise after 'critical failure'
All future MG models will arrive in Australia with a five-star safety rating, according to local boss Peter Ciao.
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