William Stopford
VFACTS January 2026: Australia's new-vehicle market up... just
The Australian new-car market was up only incrementally in January, held back by drops from top-selling brands like Toyota, Mazda and Ford.
8 Months Ago
William Stopford
Hyundai, Kia EVs get incentives from Australian Government
The federal government is spending up to $60 million in an initiative that will see Hyundai and Kia EVs offered with discounted financing.
8 Months Ago
Ben Zachariah
Evidence grows of budget Tesla models for Australia
New moves by Tesla suggest the company is preparing to launch new, cheaper Standard variants in Australia.
8 Months Ago
William Stopford
Rugged, military-inspired Chinese off-roader spied in Australia
The rugged 212 T01 has been spied testing in Australia, but does this presage a local launch for the Chinese off-roader?
8 Months Ago
Derek Fung
Toyota teases interior of seven-seat electric SUV
Next week Toyota North America will whip the covers off its new three-row electric SUV, where it could be known as the bZ Highlander.
8 Months Ago
William Stopford
Sexy Lexus LC and its V8 living on borrowed time, but no end date set for Australia
First the LS, now the LC – Lexus has killed another of its most luxurious passenger cars in the US, but hasn't confirmed it'll do the same here.
9 Months Ago
Ben Zachariah
Axe looms over electric Porsche 718 Boxster and Cayman project – report
Porsche’s new boss is said to be considering scrapping plans for an electric Cayman and Boxster, due to delays and cost overruns.
9 Months Ago
Damion Smy
Volkswagen ID. Buzz gets another round of price cuts
Volkswagen is offering drive-away deals on its electric van and people mover until the end of April, and has slashed list prices by thousands.
9 Months Ago
Damion Smy
LDV D90 now one of Australia’s cheapest seven-seat SUVs
Aggressive new pricing sees the D90 off-roader become Australia's most affordable seven-seat SUV bar one model – at least for now.
9 Months Ago
Damion Smy
LDV Deliver 7 scores more kit for no extra money
Until the end of March, LDV’s entry-level commercial van is being offered with $1500 worth of extra equipment at no extra charge.
9 Months Ago
Damion Smy
Nissan Patrol hit with third price rise in 12 months
The Patrol has been given its third price rise in Australia since April last year, though it's not as big as last August's $5000 hike.
9 Months Ago
James Wong
2026 BMW X1 and X2 updates bring PHEV and MHEV power
BMW Australia has confirmed technical upgrades and range revisions for 2026, headlined by a new X1 PHEV variant and mild-hybrid power for base SUVs.
9 Months Ago
James Wong
2026 Kia EV9 GT just weeks away from Australia
Kia's local product boss says orders for the 374kW EV9 GT should open by the end of March, though final price and specs are still to be confirmed.
9 Months Ago
James Wong
Kia EV4 Hatch, hi-po GT still on the cards for Australia
Kia's local product boss says the door is still open for the European-made EV4 Hatch in Australia – including the 215kW GT.
9 Months Ago
Derek Fung
Audi confirms RS5 plug-in hybrid, and entry-level EV
The upcoming Audi RS5 will be available as a liftback and wagon, and will be motivated by a new plug-in hybrid drivetrain.
9 Months Ago
William Stopford
2026 GWM Tank 300 Hi4-T PHEV priced, significantly undercuts Denza B5
The GWM Tank 300 lineup has gained yet another powertrain, this time a 300kW/750Nm plug-in hybrid option.
9 Months Ago