Jack Quick
Australian solar-powered EV sets unofficial world record
Students from UNSW Sydney have achieved an unofficial Guinness World Record for being the fastest EV over 1000km on a single charge.
4 Years Ago
William Stopford
Volkswagen ID. Aero electric sedan unlikely for Australia
Volkswagen Australia doesn't consider the upcoming ID. Aero electric mid-sizer a priority, casting doubt on its chances for a local launch.
4 Years Ago
William Stopford
2023 BYD Dolphin EV hatch spied testing in Australia
BYD's upcoming electric hatchback has been spied testing, and it'll be part of a trio of new, likely more affordable EV hatches coming from China in 2023.
4 Years Ago
Scott Collie
Alfa Romeo Giulia SWB Zagato teased
Alfa Romeo and Zagato's two-door collaboration is taking shape, with classic curves and power from a 2.9-litre turbocharged V6.
4 Years Ago
Scott Collie
Cupra on track to top 1000 sales in 2022
Cupra will top 1000 sales locally in its first year on sale, and is gearing up for the arrival of the electric Born hatchback.
4 Years Ago
Anthony Crawford
Hyundai's N division seeks to make petrolheads desire EVs
Hyundai executives say they want to convert enthusiasts into fans of performance EVs, but know the challenges ahead.
4 Years Ago
Mike Costello
This week in news December 12-16: Biggest car stories revisited
Here are some of the more interesting developments from the past week in Australian automotive news – in case you missed them.
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Scott Collie
Cupra will expand Garage, service centre footprint
Cupra currently has nine Garage locations in Australia, but that number is set to grow. It also wants more service points.
4 Years Ago
William Stopford
Volkswagen Australia wants Scout EVs, but RHD plans yet to be announced
Volkswagen hasn't announced plans to build its electric Scout off-roaders in right-hand drive but if it does, the local arm is very keen.
4 Years Ago
Mike Costello
China's JAC plans Australian growth, pickups are just the start
JAC Motor is the latest Chinese brand to roll into Australia, with diesel and electric pickups merely phase one.
4 Years Ago
Mike Costello
2024 Volkswagen Tiguan: New-gen SUV caught while testing again
Volkswagen's new-shape Tiguan medium SUV has been spied undergoing winter testing again ahead of a likely reveal next year.
4 Years Ago
William Stopford
Ford teases first VW-based electric vehicle
The Ford Mustang Mach-E will be joined in Europe by two electric SUVs based on Volkswagen's MEB architecture.
4 Years Ago
Mike Costello
Polestar Smart Eye driver monitoring system detailed
Sweden-based Polestar plans to watch its drivers closely... via a camera-based monitoring system that detects signs of drowsiness or duress.
4 Years Ago
William Stopford
2023 Isuzu D-Max price and specs
The Isuzu D-Max range has grown to 28 variants for 2023. Prices are unchanged, but there's a new grille and colours among other tweaks.
4 Years Ago
Scott Collie
Cupra Born: Cheaper 58kWh model could hit Australia... eventually
The Cupra Born electric hatchback will arrive in Australia with one battery option, but the range could grow... with a shorter-range model.
4 Years Ago
Scott Collie
2023 Cupra Born EV price and specs
Cupra's electric charge will start during March for Australia, with the arrival of the Born. It'll kick off below $60,000 before on-road costs.
4 Years Ago