William Stopford
World Car of the Year top three finalists announced
This year's World Car of the Year will either be one of two electric vehicles, or a large petrol/hybrid crossover SUV.
5 Months Ago
William Stopford
2026 Skoda Octavia Hybrid prices: New mild-hybrid joins mid-size range
The Skoda Octavia gets a new base powertrain with the same power and torque before, but better fuel economy... and a higher price.
5 Months Ago
Ben Zachariah
2026 BYD Seal 6 Touring: Plug-in hybrid wagon primed for Australia
A new plug-in hybrid BYD Seal appears imminent for Australia, following confirmation the Toyota Camry rival will be launched in New Zealand.
5 Months Ago
Josh Nevett
2026 Skoda Superb PHEV priced, becomes Australia's cheapest plug-in hybrid wagon
Skoda is launching a plug-in hybrid version of its flagship Superb as the cheapest PHEV wagon in Australia – and its cheapest large car.
5 Months Ago
William Stopford
Deepal E07 Multitruck sales and deliveries temporarily paused in Australia
Deepal is fixing an unspecified compliance issue with its E07 Multitruck, and has paused sales and deliveries of the quirky electric SUV/ute.
5 Months Ago
William Stopford
More than 24,000 BMW and Mini vehicles recalled for fire risk
Almost 25,000 BMW and Mini vehicles are being recalled as they could develop an internal coolant leak which could lead to a vehicle fire.
5 Months Ago
Damion Smy
Toyota RAV4 sales slide as replacement for Australia's favourite SUV looms
Toyota remains Australia's top auto brand, but sales of its best-selling SUV are down almost 75 per cent this year – and yet it's not worried.
5 Months Ago
Derek Fung
2027 Polestar 3 update includes faster charging, new motor
The updated Polestar 3 boasts faster DC charging, as well as performance and range gains, but no design changes.
5 Months Ago
William Stopford
China's Denza B5 and B8 the latest vehicles to conquer Beer O'Clock Hill
Denza's plug-in hybrid Toyota Prado and LandCruiser 300 Series rivals have successfully climbed the challenging Beer O'Clock Hill.
5 Months Ago
Dave Kavermann
We're looking for CarExpert.co.nz's lead presenter and car reviewer
CarExpert.co.nz is calling for candidates to fill the dream automotive job in New Zealand – here's how to apply.
5 Months Ago
Damion Smy
Ford Transit Custom recalled
Ford Australia is recalling more than 300 Transit Custom vans due to an error in the owner’s manual regarding child-seat mounting points.
5 Months Ago
Damion Smy
Skoda Kodiaq recalled
Volkswagen Group Australia has recalled nearly 700 Kodiaq vehicles due to a defect that may damage the side airbags in the large SUV.
5 Months Ago
William Stopford
VFACTS February 2026: Sales of EVs, Chinese cars up in slow Australian new-car market
For the first time, China was the greatest source of new vehicles in Australia as the likes of BYD, GWM and Chery posted increases last month.
5 Months Ago
Damion Smy
Major Volvo software update coming for 2.5 millions cars globally, 33,000 in Australia
An remote software update for millions of Volvos, including thousands in Australia, brings a new user interface with more Google features.
5 Months Ago
William Stopford
Ford's CEO praises Telsa, has regrets over the company's EV rollout – report
The Blue Oval's global chief says the company didn't design its electric vehicles correctly, leading to huge financial losses.
5 Months Ago
William Stopford
Volvo EX30 recalled again for fire risk
More Volvo EX30s have been recalled in Australia because their battery cell modules may overheat at high charge levels and spark a fire.
5 Months Ago