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Porsche rules out electric 911 sports car

Porsche rules out electric 911 sports car

A battery-electric version of Porsche’s iconic sports car has been ruled out by the brand’s CEO.

iPhone designer thinks touchscreens shouldn't be used for key car controls

William Stopford

iPhone designer thinks touchscreens shouldn't be used for key car controls

The car industry got carried away with touchscreens, says the designer of the iPhone and the Ferrari Luce's interior, and they're the "wrong" tech for key vehicle controls.

4 Months Ago

2026 Mazda CX-5 receives raft of cost-cutting measures

William Stopford

2026 Mazda CX-5 receives raft of cost-cutting measures

Mazda has made some changes with its new CX-5, some of which you may see and touch, that are aimed at keeping its production costs down.

4 Months Ago

BYD eyes fleets as next step to growing Australian sales

William Stopford

BYD eyes fleets as next step to growing Australian sales

BYD wants to be a top three brand in Australia, and an increased focus on attracting fleet buyers is key to achieving this goal.

4 Months Ago

Next Mercedes-Benz A-Class to channel some of the spirit of the original – report

Derek Fung

Next Mercedes-Benz A-Class to channel some of the spirit of the original – report

The next-generation Mercedes-Benz A-Class will reportedly have SUV and people mover elements rather being a straight-up hatchback.

4 Months Ago

Ford posts biggest loss since the Global Financial Crisis

Damion Smy

Ford posts biggest loss since the Global Financial Crisis

Tariffs and EV costs have seen Ford post one of its largest-ever losses, but it’s not all bad news for the US automaker.

4 Months Ago

2027 Toyota Highlander is the electric Kluger that Australia can't have

Damion Smy

2027 Toyota Highlander is the electric Kluger that Australia can't have

The Highlander – sold here as the Kluger – has gone electric-only in the US, but Toyota Australia has no plans to ditch the hybrid Kluger.

4 Months Ago

Police issue warning against popular 4x4 accessory

Ben Zachariah

Police issue warning against popular 4x4 accessory

Blocking out the sun on your SUV could attract a fine of almost $400, but there are a few ways you can avoid being penalised.

4 Months Ago

2027 Mercedes-AMG GLC53 revealed for buyers who want a hot six

William Stopford

2027 Mercedes-AMG GLC53 revealed for buyers who want a hot six

No, there's no V8, but the newest member of the Mercedes-AMG GLC range packs a six with an "emotional soundtrack".

4 Months Ago

BYD sues US government over Trump tariffs blocking Chinese EVs – report

Damion Smy

BYD sues US government over Trump tariffs blocking Chinese EVs – report

The Chinese automaker is claiming import tariffs locking it out of the United States are not legally valid.

4 Months Ago

William Stopford

2026 BYD Shark 6 cab/chassis pricing leaked as Chinese brand readies fleet push

The new BYD Shark 6 cab/chassis will undercut its ute sibling, per leaked pricing, but will come with less equipment.

4 Months Ago

Australian regulator investigating ‘spying cars’ over privacy concerns

Damion Smy

Australian regulator investigating ‘spying cars’ over privacy concerns

Several car brands are under the spotlight for alleged privacy breaches surrounding collection of Australians' personal data.

4 Months Ago

Ford Ranger PHEV should get EV incentives, says peak motoring body

Damion Smy

Ford Ranger PHEV should get EV incentives, says peak motoring body

The FCAI said federal government electric vehicle incentives should extend to plug-in hybrid light commercial utes.

4 Months Ago

Ford Mustang Mach-E recalled

William Stopford

Ford Mustang Mach-E recalled

Ford is recalling its electric Mustang Mach-E SUV due to a defect that could see the module controlling its headlights fail.

4 Months Ago

BYD Atto 3: Much more powerful rear- and all-wheel drive models approved for sale

Derek Fung

BYD Atto 3: Much more powerful rear- and all-wheel drive models approved for sale

The facelifted BYD Atto 3 promises more performance, a larger battery, longer range, and more storage space.

4 Months Ago

Denza Z9 GT: BYD’s Porsche Taycan rival gets even more powerful

William Stopford

Denza Z9 GT: BYD’s Porsche Taycan rival gets even more powerful

The Denza Z9 GT gets a new 850kW tri-motor electric powertrain, plus a plug-in hybrid with a claimed 400km of electric range.

4 Months Ago

Cupra launches Australia's hottest small plug-in hybrid wagon

William Stopford

Cupra launches Australia's hottest small plug-in hybrid wagon

The spicy Spanish Cupra Leon VZe Sportstourer has just gotten even spicier, with a new option package adding racy seats, performance brakes and other upgrades.

4 Months Ago