Max Davies
Subaru Crosstrek gets limited-edition surfing makeover in Aussie collab
Subaru is bringing a special new surf-inspired small SUV to local showrooms, built in collaboration with iconic Australian brand Rip Curl.
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Max Davies joined CarExpert in 2024 after completing a Bachelor of Media and Communications at La Trobe University. He began his career with a three-year cadetship at his local newspaper in regional Victoria, before turning his focus to cars. Inspired by his dad’s Subaru WRX and interest in rallying, Max has a particular love for Japanese performance cars. He’s also a dedicated motorsport fan – especially F1 and motocross – and even dabbled in cross-country dirt biking himself. Away from work, Max is either behind the drum kit or tinkering with his 2018 Subaru WRX STI and 1988 Toyota Celica.
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2027 Mitsubishi Pajero vs Toyota Prado vs Ford Everest vs Isuzu MU-X: Spec battle
We break down the spec sheets of Australia's most popular large off-road SUVs before one of the segment's newest entrants arrives.
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"No corners cut" for BYD's cut-price Atto 2 PHEV
BYD insists it isn't taking shortcuts to offer some of Australia's cheapest new cars, as competition heats up at the budget end of the market.
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2027 Xpeng L03 price and specs
Xpeng's Australian range has expanded rapidly under factory-backed distribution and the L03 mid-size electrified SUV is the next cab off the rank.
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2027 BYD Atto 3 Evo review: Quick drive
BYD has treated its pioneering Atto 3 electric SUV to a mid-life update, but it's not as compelling as some other EVs in the Chinese brand's stable.
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2027 BYD Atto 2 DM-i review: Quick drive
BYD has a new PHEV in town, and with its incredibly low asking price, this small plug-in hybrid SUV is one worth considering.
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2027 BYD Atto 2 PHEV: Pint-size plug-in hybrid SUV "has no competitors", says Chinese brand
In a market dominated by SUVs, BYD says its new plug-in hybrid small SUV has no direct competition. Here's why.
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BYD targets fleet buyers to bolster sales growth
BYD has proved popular with private buyers in Australia, and now the Chinese brand is keen on expanding its presence in the fleet market.
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BYD confirms pricing for Australia's cheapest EV won't last forever
BYD may offer the most affordable electric car in Australia right now, but it concedes it won't once the Atto 1's drive-away discount expires.
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2027 Chevrolet Silverado ZR2 review
The Silverado is the only light-duty pickup still sold here with a V8, and that's a good thing if you like sand driving.
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BYD investigating hacking concerns as it calls for new connected vehicle legislation in Australia
BYD says it's taking concerns over data security very seriously, with an internal investigation currently underway.
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2027 BYD Atto 2 DM-i becomes Australia's cheapest PHEV
Thought BYD was finished undercutting the Australian new-car market? Think again, because it has just announced the country's cheapest PHEV.
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2027 GMC Yukon Denali gets blacked-out special edition treatment
GM has given its Yukon large SUV the special-edition treatment in Australia, adopting a stealthy new look.
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2027 GWM Cannon Hi4-T becomes Australia's cheapest PHEV ute
GWM has expanded its PHEV range, with the regular Cannon ute the latest to receive the brand's Hi4-T powertrain tech.
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Subaru WRX claims Australian rally victory
Subaru has found rally success at a local level, with an Australian motorsport icon driving an almost-standard WRX to victory.
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2027 Subaru Outback Wilderness review: Rally shakedown
Rallying in a Subaru? Yes, please. Rallying in an Outback? That's unexpected – here's how it went.
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