Damion Smy
World-first solid-state EV battery to offer 600km of range from a 10-minute charge
A production-ready solid-state battery has been unveiled with the promise of up to 600km of range from a 10-minute charge.
9 Months Ago
Derek Fung
Alfa Romeo's customisation division unveils first limited-edition vehicle
The Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio Luna Rossa is a limited edition of 10 with a nautically themed aero package and interior.
9 Months Ago
Toby Hagon
Dakar is Ford’s ‘Le Mans moment’ – and Toyota is the enemy
Ford believes the sand dunes of Saudi Arabia can deliver it a modern-day Le Mans moment, but this time it’s not Ferrari in the crosshairs.
9 Months Ago
Toby Hagon
Ford wants to be ‘the Porsche of off-road’ – and own the category
Want Porsche-like performance for the desert? Ford is working on it, which is why Dakar – not the Nurburgring – is now its proving ground.
9 Months Ago
James Wong
2026 Peugeot 408: Electrified crossover gets greener, meaner looks
Peugeot has given its sleek coupe crossover a refresh, headlined by revised looks and lighting, along with updated cabin displays.
9 Months Ago
Ben Zachariah
Subaru WRX STI Sport prototype revealed, crowd goes mild
It may wear the famous STI badge, but don't get too excited about this sporty-looking Subaru WRX prototype.
9 Months Ago
Damion Smy
2026 Audi Q3 SUV and Sportback priced for Australia
Pricing has been announced for the new generation of Audi’s best-selling model, scheduled to land in the second quarter of 2026.
9 Months Ago
Alborz Fallah
Australia's new-vehicle market could top 1.4 million by 2035
As Australia's population grows, the new-vehicle market is likely to grow with it... and Chinese brands, EVs and PHEVs may be big beneficiaries.
9 Months Ago
William Stopford
VFACTS December 2025: Strong finish for another record year of new vehicle sales
Strong fleet sales helped boost the market in the last month of 2025, though market leader Toyota was down slightly.
9 Months Ago
Damion Smy
Ford E-Transit recalled
The Ford E-Transit commercial van has been recalled due to a fault which may cause the parking brake to fail.
9 Months Ago
William Stopford
Mazda locks in another Chinese EV for Australia, this time to take on the Tesla Model Y
Mazda Australia is finally taking EVs seriously, locking in a second electric model – a mid-size electric SUV – for a 2026 launch.
9 Months Ago
Damion Smy
Peugeot Partner, Expert recalled
Driver assistance systems may malfunction in Peugeot Expert and Partner commercial vans.
9 Months Ago
William Stopford
2026 Genesis GV70 price and specs
Genesis' best seller gets some minor trim changes for 2026, plus a new tech feature and a modest price increase.
9 Months Ago
William Stopford
Volvo EX30 recalled for fire risk
Volvo is recalling its EX30 for a battery issue, but there's no remedy yet except for keeping the car under 70 per cent of charge.
9 Months Ago
Derek Fung
Hyundai Staria Electric: Large people mover gains EV variant
The new Hyundai Staria Electric will have a 7-seat family version, and a 9-seat model aimed at shuttle and tour operators.
9 Months Ago
Derek Fung
Nissan Z facelift unveiled in Japan with more retro elements
The Nissan Z has been refreshed with a more aero and cohesive front bumper, new wheels, a lick of green paint, and a tan interior option.
9 Months Ago