Alborz Fallah
Leapmotor ute still on the table, but there’s one big problem
The Chinese brand says the Asia-Pacific has become a bigger focus but it doesn’t yet have the ladder-frame platform needed for a traditional dual-cab.
4 Months Ago
Damion Smy
GM lifts 2026 profit outlook after US tariff refunds
Stronger North American earnings and lower-than-expected tariff costs have boosted General Motors’ outlook for 2026.
4 Months Ago
William Stopford
2026 Tank 800: GWM to hunt luxury SUVs in Australia with new V8-powered flagship
GWM is climbing to ever higher segments and price points, with a new full-size luxury off-road SUV confirmed for an Australian launch.
4 Months Ago
Damion Smy
2026 Mini Cooper SE Paul Smith Edition arrives in Australia
The first Paul Smith Edition to be offered in Australia has landed, adding the designer’s playful character to the Cooper SE electric hatch.
4 Months Ago
William Stopford
GWM Tank 700 LWB: Even longer version of Toyota LandCruiser rival spied
GWM has been spied testing a stretched version of its Toyota LandCruiser-size Tank 700, which may use its new V8 petrol engine.
4 Months Ago
Derek Fung
2026 Volkswagen ID. Polo revealed, priced below Renault 5 E-Tech in Germany
After a long teaser campaign, the Volkswagen ID. Polo has been launched in Europe to take on the Renault 5 E-Tech.
4 Months Ago
Dave Kavermann
2026 Chery Tiggo V revealed as a new seven-seat SUV that converts into a ute
The all-new Tiggo V blends traditional large SUV practicality with ute-like flexibility, and it could be heading to Australia.
4 Months Ago
Max Davies
Renault Megane RS recalled
Renault is recalling some examples of its Megane RS hot hatch due to a potential engine sensor defect.
4 Months Ago
William Stopford
GWM Tank 400: Aggressively styled off-road SUV a chance for Australia with PHEV power
GWM could plug a tiny gap in its Australian lineup with a large plug-in hybrid SUV offering a long electric driving range.
4 Months Ago
Damion Smy
Volkswagen Golf, Tiguan and Tayron recalled again
A second recall within a week affects newer versions of all three VWs, with a software issue potentially leading to power steering failure.
4 Months Ago
Damion Smy
Toyota posts global sales record amid US tariffs, Chinese competition
The Japanese automotive giant has set a new global sales record despite tariff uncertainty and growing competition from Chinese brands.
4 Months Ago
Damion Smy
Audi Q8 e-tron recalled
The electric luxury SUV formerly known as the e-tron has been recalled to fix a potential braking issue which could lead to brake failure.
4 Months Ago
Damion Smy
New Alfa Romeo Giulia, Stelvio plug-in hybrids confirmed for 2028 – report
The Italian brand will launch its next-gen Giulia sedan – including a combustion-powered BMW M3-rivalling flagship – and Stelvio SUV in 2028.
4 Months Ago
Damion Smy
Cadillac to expand EV dealer network across Australia and New Zealand
American luxury brand Cadillac says it will collaborate with "local experts" to grow its retail network, as it plans to launch an additional two models.
4 Months Ago
Damion Smy
Ford F-150 supply safe in Australia despite US factory fires
Fires at a key US supplier have disrupted F-150 production, but Ford Australia says local stocks won’t be affected.
4 Months Ago
William Stopford
GWM still thinks EVs are better off small, but promises “more conventionally styled” ones
The boss of GWM believes electric power is best kept for smaller, city-focused vehicles, but promises to launch EVs with less quirky styling.
4 Months Ago