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What should you buy instead of a Toyota RAV4?

The Toyota RAV4 is Australia’s most popular SUV and one of the best-selling cars in the country, but its popularity

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2024 GWM Ora price and specs

The GWM Ora hasn’t received any specification changes for the 2024 model year, but the mid-spec Ultra variant has been

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The most fuel efficient commercial vans in Australia

These vehicles were made to work, and more time on the road allows drivers to maximise their productivity. Having better

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The only way to safely hold a car steering wheel

The right time to drive is as simple as setting your car clock for 2:45. It doesn’t matter if it’s

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GWM Cannon Ute deals: Prices slashed by up to $5000

GWM has trimmed the price of its Cannon Ute to firmly make it Australia’s most affordable 4×4 ute. The Chinese

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Melbourne manhunt underway after 38 cars hit in tyre-slashing spree

Police in Melbourne are appealing for the community to help find a man who allegedly slashed 45 tyres last month.

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This sticker special is one Honda we don’t need in Australia

You can’t miss this limited edition Honda Integra (née Civic). Launched by GAC-Honda for the Chinese market, the Integra Anniversary

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Mercedes-Benz CLA SUV coming as luxurious Tesla Model Y rival – report

Mercedes-Benz will reportedly launch an electric version of the CLA four-door coupe next year to take on the Tesla Model

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Is this the Tesla Model Y Juniper update?

A Reddit user appears to have gotten up close with an updated Tesla Model Y ahead of its reveal. Images

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Suzuki Swift Sport: Affordable hot hatch will live on – report

Suzuki recently revealed a new-generation Swift, but conspicuous by its absence was a hotter Sport version. Japanese publication Best Car

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BMW could put one of its best-looking concept cars ever into production

BMW appears to be serious about putting the stunning Skytop concept car into production. Sources told BMW Blog that BMW

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2024 Mini Countryman E, SE price and specs: Electric SUV detailed

Australian pricing and specifications have been locked in for the electric version of the 2024 Mini Countryman, coming to local

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Podcast: FJ Cruiser is coming back, 1050hp Corvette revealed!

Sean and James are joined by Josh Nevett to talk about the return of the mighty Toyota FJ Cruiser; the

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Ferris Bueller on a budget: 20-year-old busted speeding in dad’s Ford Falcon

A 20-year-old will have some explaining to do after being caught allegedly speeding at almost double the limit in his

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Porsche says its pricier electric Macan isn’t turning off buyers

The new electric Porsche Macan has a much higher base price than its predecessor, but in spite of this the

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2025 Hyundai Kona price and specs

The latest-generation Hyundai Kona landed halfway through last year, and there are minimal changes to the lineup for 2025. N

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Why Cadillac thinks it won’t be seen as a newcomer in Australia

US luxury brand Cadillac is making its long-awaited return to Australia this year after multiple false dawns. But while it’s

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Lincoln Navigator: Conversion firm bringing Lexus LX, Cadillac Escalade rival to Australia

A limited number of freshly converted US-made Lincoln Navigators are on their way to Australia thanks to Autogroup International. The

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Volkswagen owners claim steering wheel buttons are causing crashes – report

Volkswagen’s decision to introduce touch-sensing haptic steering wheel controls has not only caused owners and journalists headaches, but it’s also

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2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 is the quickest, most powerful ‘Vette ever

The Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 is not only the most powerful version of General Motors’ flagship sports car, it also packs

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EV battery passports being pushed to cut dangerous waste in Australia

Calls to introduce a ‘passport’ for electric vehicle (EV) batteries in Australia have spearheaded conversations at an ongoing federal inquiry,

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Australia is number two in the world for this Mini model

Mini’s high-performance John Cooper Works (JCW) range has proven popular amongst Australian consumers, so much so that only one country

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Toyota Corolla could pick up PHEV capable of Melbourne to Sydney and back on a single tank of fuel

The next Toyota Corolla could be the first in the nameplate’s history to be offered with plug-in hybrid (PHEV) power,

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Tesla profits dip as sales slow and prices drop

US electric vehicle (EV) giant Tesla’s profit margins have continued to fall as lower demand and price cuts take their

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2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 price and specs: EV gets new tech, sporty N Line trim

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 has received a substantial update, with new batteries, a stiffer chassis, upgraded tech, and a freshened

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GWM Tank 300 recalled | CarExpert

GWM is recalling its Tank 300 not due to a fault with the vehicle itself, but rather an issue with

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Australian road death toll surges to highest point in over a decade

Figures revealing an 11.7 per cent annual increase in Australian road deaths has sparked calls for state governments to share

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Is this LDV’s next electric ute for Australia?

The next electric ute from Maxus – as LDV is known elsewhere – has been revealed as a bigger, boxier,

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2024 GWM Ute price and specs

The GWM Ute is unchanged for 2024, but the range has gotten a little smaller since last year. For 2024,

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How you should price your car when selling it

Understanding how much your car is worth is one thing, but then pricing it for a private sale is another

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How you can protect yourself when selling your car

Integrity is doing the right thing when nobody is looking – but it’s a virtue some members of society are

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GMC Hummer EV: Aussie firm bringing behemoth EV Down Under

The fastest production Hummer in the world is heading for Australia, thanks not to parent General Motors but rather Australian-owned

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2025 Nissan Patrol spied up close as reveal nears

New spy photos show the 2025 Nissan Patrol being tested around the United Arab Emirates, giving us our best look

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Cadillac isn’t ruling out V8s for Australia

Cadillac’s return to Australia will see it launch as an electric-only brand, but it has left the door open for

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What’s my car worth? | CarExpert

You can remember how much you shelled out for your car all those years ago – even if you can’t

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Used EV, PHEV sales drop even as demand for new ones grows

Used car sales in Australia continue to rise amid a jump in listings, but electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrids

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2024 Toyota RAV4 price and specs: Top-selling SUV now hybrid-only

The Toyota RAV4 is now available only with hybrid power in Australia… but that’s what most people were buying, anyway.

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EV charging is getting easier for customers of this major provider

The electric vehicle (EV) ownership experience is about to become a bit easier in Australia, with one of the nation’s

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2025 Smart #1 and #3: Electric SUVs priced for Australia

Smart’s Australian distributor has locked in local pricing and specifications for the brand’s return, detailing its two electric models. LSH

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Tesla Model 3 recalled over Australian rules breach

Tesla has recalled the 2019 and 2020 Model 3 sedan to fix a problem with the seat occupancy switch –

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2025 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid wait times detailed

Hyundai Australia is going hard on hybrid with the launch of its facelifted Tucson SUV, taking the fight straight to

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2024 Land Rover Discovery review

Remember the Land Rover Discovery? It’s been put in the shade on the sales charts by the new Defender, which

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Should I sell my car privately or trade it in?

Facing the general public when selling a used car is a frightful proposition for some – especially when you can use

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2024 Nissan Qashqai price and specs

Nissan has increased prices of its Qashqai ahead of a facelifted model arriving towards the end of 2024. UPDATE, 12/07/2024

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What are Australia’s best-selling premium car brands so far in 2024?

BMW is still the leader among legacy luxury brands, growing its sales while rival brands are going backwards. Whether you

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Volkswagen Golf’s EV replacement delayed – report

Delays with Volkswagen’s upcoming Scalable Systems Platform (SSP) and its electrical architecture will mean the next-generation Golf will reportedly launch

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McLaren P1 vs McLaren P1 GTR vs Hyundai Ioniq 5 N drag race

Are you curious whether a road car is quicker than a race car in a drag race? Well, regardless of

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1500kW Lotus electric hypercar crashes within seconds at Goodwood

The first day of the 2024 Goodwood Festival of Speed got off to an inauspicious start for Lotus, after one

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Ineos Grenadier V8 won’t be a LandCruiser 70 Series replacement

Ineos has used the Goodwood Festival of Speed as its stage to unveil a range of unique Grenadiers, ranging from

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2024 Goodwood Festival of Speed: Here’s everything to expect

Goodwood’s iconic Festival of Speed (FOS) is upon us once again, and there’s plenty of automotive goodness from across the

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Ferrari crushes three cars in war on counterfeiting

Ferrari is one of the world’s most recognisable and prestigious brands, and that has left it open to opportunistic scammers

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2025 Porsche 911 Hybrid review

A Porsche 911 hybrid? Purists were appalled at the idea. It was – they muttered – the beginning of the

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Ford Capri EV confirmed in cheeky teaser

The Ford Capri name will be revived for an electric vehicle (EV), with the Blue Oval confirming the industry’s worst-kept

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2024 BMW iX5 Hydrogen review: Quick drive

Depending on who you ask, hydrogen passenger cars are either the best… or worst idea in the world. Action on

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2025 BMW 1 Series price and specs

BMW Australia has confirmed the pricing and standard specification of the fourth-generation 1 Series hatchback ahead of its arrival in

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Mercedes-Benz C-Class recalled | CarExpert

Mercedes-Benz Australia has recalled 1465 examples of its C-Class to a fix an issue with the side airbags. “Due to

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The five cheapest light SUVs in Australia

For many Australians, light SUVs are the entry point into the car market. They’re designed to blend a small footprint

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Hybrid fuelling record Hyundai Kona sales

The new-generation Hyundai Kona has hit new sales highs small SUV segment, posting record months in May and June charged

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2024 Nissan Qashqai v Honda ZR-V: Hybrid spec battle

SUVs are as popular as ever among Australian new car buyers, but you don’t have to follow the pack to

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Pagani finally gives its ageing hypercar a manual transmission

The Pagani Huayra hypercar is nearing its 14th birthday, almost old enough to get a driver’s licence in some countries,

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Ineos pumps the brakes on its first EV

Ineos Automotive has delayed the launch of its upcoming Fusilier electric SUV due to cooling consumer demand for electric vehicles

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Hyundai Palisade recalled | CarExpert

Hyundai is recalling certain V6-powered Palisade models as they could lose power. “Due to a manufacturing defect, under certain conditions

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Volkswagen slashes thousands off petrol Amarok

Buyers of the petrol-powered Volkswagen Amarok will be offered $3000 off its drive-away price for almost three months, running concurrently

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Mercedes-Benz won’t make its buyers be its beta testers like Tesla

Mercedes-Benz has stood firm on its stance that its customers shouldn’t be testing pre-release autonomous driving and driver assist software.

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Aston Martin DBX AMR24 Edition: New look, no extra grunt for F1-inspired model

Aston Martin is leaning on its recent Formula One pedigree to launch a new version of its DBX707, but don’t

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2024 GWM Tank 500 off-road review

Is this really a tank? Is it better than the Tank 300, or just bigger? The 2024 GWM Tank 500

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Tesla does world’s worst train impression

A sheepish motorist in the US has blamed Tesla’s so-called Autopilot semi-autonomous driving system after grinding to a halt on

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2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet price and specs

Mercedes-Benz has opened Australian pre-orders for its new-generation rival for the Audi A5 and BMW 4 Series convertibles. The new

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2024 Renault Megane E-Tech: A chic electric SUV that won’t cost the planet

SPONSORED Well before it dropped in Australia, the all-new Renault Megane E-Tech had already been lauded by colleagues in the

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2024 MG ZST Essence review

Aussies love a bargain. While many manufacturers will report high percentages of expensive, top-of-the-line vehicles as their biggest sellers, the

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Five affordable new cars for young drivers

Searching for your first car can be a daunting experience. The Australian market is packed with options, which can make

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The electric SUVs with the longest range in Australia

If you had to name the hottest automotive trends going around right now, chances are SUVs and electric vehicles (EVs)

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2024 GWM Haval Jolion Hybrid v Hyundai Kona Hybrid: Spec battle

Small SUV sales are booming, and GWM and Hyundai are fighting it out on the sales charts. Here we have

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What’s the difference between the Mazda CX-60, CX-70, CX-80 and CX-90?

Mazda Australia is expanding its SUV range later this year to include a new pair of new large SUVs. That

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Mansory Rolls-Royce vs Urus Essenza vs Brabus AMG G 63 vs Hyundai Ioniq 5 N drag race

Right, so it’s time to figure out which SUV has the biggest chops in a straight line. But, these aren’t

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EV specialist beats Tesla in revealing robotaxi

Electric vehicle (EV) giant Tesla has been beaten to the reveal of an autonomous robotaxi by a small Croatian firm

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Genesis taunts us with another mid-engine V6 supercar concept

Genesis has revealed its latest supercar concept, but don’t expect to be able to drive it… at least not in

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2024 Mitsubishi Triton GSR v Isuzu D-Max X-Rider: Spec battle

The Ford Ranger and Toyota HiLux have traditionally been the top dogs when it comes to sales in the 4×4

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2024 MG 3: Drive-away pricing returns, but there’s a catch

The new-generation MG 3 is still a much more expensive proposition than its predecessor, but the Chinese carmaker has tried

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2025 BMW M5 becomes a 535kW PHEV V8 weapon

Here it is: the first hybrid BMW M5. Now the most powerful example of the nameplate in its 40-year history,

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BMW details hydrogen plans… if it doesn’t pull the plug

The manager of BMW’s hydrogen program hopes to put a hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) into production within a

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2024 Kia Sorento Hybrid review

The updated Kia Sorento now has a hybrid option – but spoiler alert, it’s still in very short supply. This

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Suspend, seize, sentence: The new penalties for dangerous drivers in the ACT

Motorists in the nation’s capital now face harsher penalties if they’re charged with high-range speeding or dangerous driving. On May

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2024 Toyota Kluger review | CarExpert

Before you is a car that’s about to get very rare – a petrol-powered Toyota Kluger… what?! The vehicle you

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Is it legal to add a light bar or spotlights to my vehicle?

Adding a light bar, spot lights or driving lights to a vehicle can be one of the best, most affordable

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When the first electric Maseratis will arrive in Australia

Maserati is gearing up to launch its first electric cars in Australia during the first quarter of 2025. Electric versions

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Everything you need to know about snow chains

As the temperature drops and snow (hopefully) falls, Australians are gearing up for winter adventures – hitting the slopes from

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Is it illegal to unplug an EV while it’s charging?

Well, this one is a can of worms. There are no specific offences for unplugging an electric vehicle (EV) that’s

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Got a lot of enemies? This SUV has you covered

Eclectic car brand Rezvani is adding a new member to its ranks: the beefy and borderline over-the-top Arsenal. The US

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2024 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV review

The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Plug-In Hybrid EV range was an important addition to the Australian automotive landscape, as it was

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JLR taking on Chinese EVs with the help of Chery

JLR is set to revive the Freelander nameplate for a new line of electric vehicles (EVs) for China, with plans

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2024 GWM Haval Jolion price and specs: Prices cut, hybrid gets new look

There’s a new GWM Haval Jolion Hybrid now arriving in dealers, but the petrol model will look very familiar. Confusingly,

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2024 Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series V8 off-road review

Is this a facelifted 1990s Prado or does the 2024 Toyota LandCruiser 76 Wagon actually have something to offer? Introduced

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Farewell Audi A6 Sedan and A7 Sportback, hello A7 Sedan

The Audi A7 Sedan, expected to be a direct replacement for the A6 Sedan, has been spied testing in Germany

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Nitrous boosted KTM X-Bow vs McLaren Elva vs Hyundai Ioniq 5 N drag race

Who needs windows anyway? That was the theory when McLaren decided to lop the roof and windscreen off the Elva

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2024 Mahindra Scorpio review: Performance testing

Although not every day has been spent driving it given the nature of our work, I’ve logged a couple of

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2025 Audi Q4 e-tron price and specs

Audi Australia has released full pricing and specification details for the Q4 e-tron range, ahead of an Australian arrival during

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2024 MG 3 Hybrid+ review

Until recently, the MG 3 was a top-selling cheap-but-not-so-cheerful car. But the new-generation MG 3 is way better than the

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Watch as Toyota’s ‘Master Driver’ rolls a GR Yaris

Akio Toyoda – Toyota’s chairman and more than capable gentleman racer – rolled a GR Yaris rally car earlier this

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BMW puts a high price on good design

The BMW Skytop concept had tongues wagging after its recent reveal, and now word out of Germany is that the

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Is it illegal to have a dog in the back of my ute?

Farmers are known for letting their dogs jump in and out of the backs of their utes, but that’s not

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Is it illegal to drive naked?

Who would have thought we’d be discussing genitalia in a CarExpert advice story – but here we are, and there

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McLaren is working on an SUV, but don’t call it that

British supercar maker McLaren has finally confirmed it’s developing a performance SUV, even if it won’t call it that. Speaking

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2024 Mazda 3 G20 Touring Hatch review

The Mazda 3 has a tried and tested recipe at its core, but there’s been a shift from the original

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Is it legal to stop on a pedestrian crossing or a children’s crossing?

If you’ve driven anywhere where people exist, you’ll know that there are moments when you might find yourself stuck because

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2024 Subaru WRX review | CarExpert

The Subaru WRX was reborn in 2022, with a new look and a new lease on life. Sitting further than

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Is it illegal to drive over a roundabout?

You may have seen it done. You may have done it yourself. You know the situation – there’s a little

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2024 Tesla Model Y review

Life is tough at the top. The Tesla Model Y is the best-selling electric car in Australia by a fair

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Where double demerits are in effect this King’s Birthday long weekend

Motorists from New South Wales and the Australian Capital Territory beware: a long weekend means double demerits are now in

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2024 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid review

Talk about a dramatic change between generations. Calligraphy The all-new, fifth-generation take on the Hyundai Santa Fe is a spectacular

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Ford Ranger Wildtrak Bi-Turbo v 2024 Toyota HiLux Rogue MHEV: Spec battle

Utes continue to be some of the best-selling vehicles in Australia, with more than 205,000 units delivered over the course

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Faster Tesla V4 Superchargers coming to cut charge queues in NSW

Tesla is rolling out its latest Superchargers yet in Australia. It’s installing new V4 Superchargers at various locations in New

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Waiting to order a new V8 Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series? Keep waiting

Orders remain closed for Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series models equipped with the turbo-diesel V8 engine, and it’s unclear when they’ll

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2024 Kia EV6 deals: Finance offer joins crowd of EV deals

Kia is offering special financing deals on the most expensive models in its electric EV6 range for the end of

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The latest on Suzuki Jimny wait times in Australia

Looking to buy a Suzuki Jimny? Here’s how long you can expect to wait on new orders across the range.

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2024 Mazda MX-5 review | CarExpert

The Mazda MX-5 is the gift that keeps on giving… Born at the end of the 1980s, the formula has

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Here’s the 2025 Hyundai i30 N that Australia is getting, but Europe isn’t

The 2025 Hyundai i30 Hatch N has been leaked ahead of an imminent reveal. Spotted on the Hyundai Czechia YouTube

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2024 Toyota Corolla Ascent Sport Hybrid review

The Toyota Corolla needs no introduction… Like the Volkswagen Golf, it’s one of those cars everyone recognises. Until recently it

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Bumbling car thieves thwarted by… a giant tank?

A trio of bumbling car thieves attempting to steal a rare Toyota Supra and R34 Nissan GT-R were thwarted by

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2024 Mini Countryman C Classic review

One look at the new Countryman is enough to know Mini has its mojo back.  It’s immediately identifiable, but there’s

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EV price cuts don’t worry Australia’s newest car brand

Some of Australia’s most popular electric vehicles (EVs) have had their prices cut in recent weeks. At worst it’s a

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2024 Audi RS e-tron GT review

There have been plenty of beautiful Audis throughout its history – the first A8 and TT come to mind, and

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Why this Chinese EV brand says now is the right time to launch in Australia

Growing demand for electric vehicles (EVs) and a lack of quality options in Australia have been the catalyst for Xpeng

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Listen to the screaming V8 soundtrack of Toyota GR’s next-gen race car

Toyota is getting closer to the start of its GT3 endurance campaign, and a recent testing video shows us it’s

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Mazda BT-50 gets big tech upgrade, but it’s not cheap

Mazda Australia has announced a new infotainment system and speaker package for its popular BT-50 ute, adding high-quality Alpine gear

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2025 BMW M3: Updated sports sedan and wagon locked in for Australia

The updated BMW M3 range is due in Australia in the fourth quarter of 2024, bringing a more powerful engine

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2025 Toyota LandCruiser Prado 250 v 2024 Toyota LandCruiser Prado 150: Spec battle

The first new Toyota LandCruiser Prado in 15 years is finally on the way, with mild-hybrid assistance, tough new styling,

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2025 Porsche 911 hybrid: Everything you need to know

The 2025 Porsche 911 has picked up hybrid power for the first time in its 60-year history, resulting in significant

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Lancia to return to rally roots with new hot hatch

Lancia’s first brand-new hot hatch in decades in an electric hatchback, and it’ll herald a return to rallying for the

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Safety probe uncovers more robotaxi incidents

The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has learned of multiple previously unknown autonomous taxi incidents in a recent

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Podcast: EOFY deals, Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max driven!

It’s that time of year again – so we’ve compiled some of the best EOFY deals in one place. Sean

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2024 Peugeot 408 PHEV review

Peugeot has never made cars you could call conventional, but even by those standards the 408 is a pretty funky

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Is it illegal to drive with headphones?

If you drive an older car, or just don’t care so much for your car’s stereo, it’s easy to see

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2024 Nissan Pathfinder review | CarExpert

Nissan has overhauled almost its entire SUV range over the past few years, after letting some models wither on the

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Australian testing shows off 2025 Toyota Prado accessories

Toyota is pushing on with local testing of the upcoming 250 Series LandCruiser Prado before its showroom arrival later this

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2024 Chevrolet Corvette review | CarExpert

The Chevrolet Corvette occupies a really interesting position in the Australian market. This is the most affordable way into a

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2024 Nissan Navara: Drive-away ute deals bring price cuts

Nissan has announced a host of end-of-financial-year (EOFY) offers across its range, including select variants of its Navara ute. From

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2024 Kia Sorento Hybrid price and specs: More tech for more money

Kia Australia has quietly released pricing and specifications for the facelifted Sorento Hybrid (HEV), which is being offered once again

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Move over, WD-40! Nissan has a new fragrance for revheads

This one goes out to all the car enthusiasts who want to smell like the thing they love most… smoking

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2024 Mazda 2 G15 GT Sedan review

It’s 2014 – Hawthorn are the reigning AFL premiers, and the DJ-series Mazda 2 has just gone on sale in

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Hyundai wants to sell you a hydrogen-powered supercar – report

Hyundai’s retro-styled, hydrogen-powered N Vision 74 concept made a splash when it was revealed, and now it’s reportedly headed to

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2025 Honda Civic facelift unveiled in USA

The 11th generation Honda Civic sedan and hatch have been given facelift with a more powerful hybrid option, more aggressive

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2024 Volkswagen Touareg price and specs

The updated Volkswagen Touareg SUV has touched down with a starting price that’s cheaper than the car it replaces. At

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2024 Renault Captur Intens review

It’s a hit in Europe, but the Renault Captur has never been a shining star on the Australian sales charts.

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Peugeot 3008 deals: Sharper drive-away pricing for French RAV4 rival

Peugeot has extended drive-away deals for three of its 3008 models as a new-generation model nears an Australian launch. The

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Is it legal to use a cloned or fake number plate that looks real?

We’ve all seen someone on the road who has decided that they’ll just use a piece of cardboard or plastic

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2024 Subaru Crosstrek review | CarExpert

The Subaru Crosstrek is a very popular compact SUV that offers a point of difference over like-priced rivals… It’s only

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Is it illegal to always drive in the right-hand lane?

If you’ve driven on a road in Australia, you’ll know that one of the most disobeyed rules of the road

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2025 Bentley Continental teased – 1000Nm of torque incoming

Bentley is teasing us with images and engine details on the 2025 Bentley Continental ahead of its reveal in June

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Toyota HiLux EV confirmed for production

Toyota will build an electric HiLux – and it won’t just be a concept. Reuters reports comments from Pras Ganesh,

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Australia records highest road toll in over a decade

Australia’s states and territories can’t begin sharing their road safety data fast enough, according to the peak body for local

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SsangYong Rexton deals: Savings of up to $4000 available

The SsangYong Rexton is being offered with significant discounts as a part of the Korean brand’s ‘Bloody Big Sale’. You

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Is it legal to sleep in your car in Australia?

There’s a trend for those that want to live a more nomadic lifestyle to pack everything up and hit the

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Mercedes-Benz bins new EV platform after slow sales – report

Mercedes-Benz recently softened its electric vehicle (EV) sales goals, and now it has reportedly cancelled one of its next-generation EV

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2025 BYD Shark plug-in hybrid ute unveiled

The BYD Shark, a plug-in hybrid ute, has been unveiled overnight at an event in Mexico City. Based on the

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Tesla Cybertruck gets real-world crash test

We still haven’t seen the Tesla Cybertruck being put through independent crash testing, but one example of the electric pickup

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Podcast: How much does it cost to run an EV?

You asked for it – here is our full breakdown of EV running costs! Sean, Scott, and James compare the

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Polestar, Lotus the big losers as US plans huge tariffs for Chinese EVs

The US Government could quadruple the tariffs placed on Chinese-made electric vehicles (EVs) amid a long-running trade war between the

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What EV rebates and incentives are offered across Australia?

Until recently in Australia, unlike almost every other country in the OECD, there was no incentive at any level of

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Can’t wait for a Hyundai Kona Hybrid? Have you considered…

With wait times of upwards of nine months, the Hyundai Kona Hybrid is perhaps one of the most in-demand electrified

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2024 Cupra Formentor V review

Cupra is still a newcomer to Australia’s fiercely competitive new car market, but it’s already gearing up to give its

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This hydrogen-powered off-roader shows one way to keep V8s alive

At the recent CES event in Las Vegas, there were numerous new electric and hybrid vehicles. But one unique vehicle

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2024 Ford Everest Sport 4×2 review

The Ford Everest is a familiar player in the large SUV segment, but until now it’s been impossible to enjoy

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2025 Defender prices: More luxury, more power for off-roader

The Defender, formerly known as the Land Rover Defender, has received a more powerful diesel engine and various specification changes

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BYD Shark: Hybrid ute’s first official undisguised images released

The BYD Shark is nearing its debut on May 14 (Mexico time), and the company has now given us the

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Cyclist repeatedly damages several cars in Brisbane keying sprees

A cyclist has been caught on camera keying several cars in broad daylight on a street in Brisbane’s inner south,

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Here’s how a Dutch designer made an old Volvo run on plastic

A Dutch designer has retrofitted a scrapyard car to run on a unique type of alternative fuel: plastic waste that

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California dream a reality for Volkswagen Australia with new camper van

The new-generation Volkswagen California camper van has been unveiled as the most car-like version of the nameplate – and it

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Rolls-Royce Cullinan: Facelift unveiled | CarExpert

Approaching its sixth birthday the Rolls-Royce Cullinan has been given a bolder face, and an even swankier interior. Most of

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How Tesla’s global layoffs are impacting Australia

More Tesla staff have reportedly been fired as the electric vehicle (EV) giant continues to cut its global workforce –

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Renault Symbioz: New crossover slots in above Captur

It’s been a busy year or so for Renault, with the company largely revamping its line of crossovers, with the

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The cheapest petrol and diesel around Australia on May 6, 2024

Filling up with petrol or diesel? It pays to shop around in your local area, or to look into a

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2024 Mitsubishi Triton GSR review

There’s a new Mitsubishi Triton in town. With a new look, a properly modern interior, and a new turbo-diesel engine,

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Is it illegal to lower your car in Australia?

Lowering your car has traditionally been an easy way to help improve its handling, with a lowered centre of gravity

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2024 Kia Niro EV GT-Line review

The Kia Niro is about to get seriously upstaged. The new Kia EV5 is set to romp into the Niro’s

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Is it legal to drive with your boot open?

We’ve probably all been in a situation where you’re at your favourite flat-pack or hardware store, and you find something

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2024 Ford Mustang Mach-E Select review

The Ford Mustang Mach-E is off to a rocky start in Australia. Its prices were slashed prior to launch in

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Toyota hybrid sales reach record high in Australia

April was a huge month for hybrids, particularly at market-leading Toyota which had two records to brag about. For the

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2025 Genesis GV80 Coupe review

I’ve never understood the point of coupe SUVs, especially considering they’re almost always uglier than the conventional SUVs they’re based

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Australian states being forced to reveal secret crash data as road toll surges

The Albanese Government has announced it will require states and territories to provide previously withheld road safety data if they

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2024 Mazda CX-30 G25 GT SP review

It’s hard to stand out if you’re selling a small SUV in Australia, but Mazda has managed with the CX-30

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Is it legal to lift your 4WD or ute in Australia?

It seems like anyone who owns a vehicle with four-wheel drive these days insists on fitting it with a lift

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Tesla fires Supercharger and new car development teams – report

Faced with falling sales and profit, Tesla is taking the axe to its headcount, with the latest casualties reportedly being

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2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee going four-cylinder-only – report

The Jeep Grand Cherokee is reportedly set to lose its venerable V6 in favour of a smaller, more efficient four-cylinder

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2024 SsangYong Korando review | CarExpert

The SsangYong Korando is one of the most forgotten and unappreciated new cars currently on sale in Australia. This SUV

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Queensland dangerous driving crackdown led by 20-year jail sentences

New laws being put forward by the Queensland Government could result in a 20-year jail sentence for motorists who drive

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2024 Nissan X-Trail ST-L AWD review

Taking a warm jumper with you on a crisp day. Ordering a side salad. Buying a Nissan X-Trail – what

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Is it legal to change lanes on a roundabout?

Roundabout laws are some of the most confusing in Australia. These traffic circles tend to confuse anyone who is not

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2024 Renault Trafic review | CarExpert

Van drivers spend more time than most on the road. Whether they’re small business owners running around precious cargo or

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Is it legal to ride a mobility scooter on the road?

Mobility scooters – also known as buggies or gophers – are an excellent way for the less mobile to be

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2024 Audi Q3 review | CarExpert

I reckon the Audi Q3 is one of those quietly excellent cars that more people should consider. Personally, I’d go

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Chery and Jaecoo unveil three new plug-in hybrid SUVs

Chery and its Jaecoo sub-brand have unveiled a trifecta of new plug-in hybrid (PHEV) SUVs, with two on the cards

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2024 Toyota Fortuner review | CarExpert

Given the Toyota HiLux has long been Australia’s favourite new car (until the Ranger supplanted it last year), you’d think

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Mazda Arata concept previews second Chinese EV

Mazda has revealed a new SUV concept at this year’s Beijing motor show that previews the company’s second Chinese-centric electrified

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2024 Subaru Forester review | CarExpert

The Subaru Forester is one of the vehicles that defined its segment. Mid-sized SUVs are some of the hottest-selling new

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2025 BYD Shark ute, electric hot hatch set for imminent reveal

BYD is set to reveal a range of new products at this week’s Beijing motor show, including its long-awaited plug-in

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RIP Subaru Liberty: Global production to end in 2025

The Subaru Legacy — as the Liberty was known outside of Australia — will bow out of the automotive scene

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Hyundai i30 deals: Drive-away pricing in April

Certain variants of the Hyundai i30 Hatch and i30 Sedan will benefit from drive-away pricing across Australia, but you’ll need

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2024 Mazda CX-5 G35 Akera review

The Mazda CX-5 hardly needs an introduction. It remains one of Australia’s favourite vehicles in Australia’s favourite new car segment

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2024 Honda Accord: New-gen hybrid sedan cops price hike

The 2024 Honda Accord will be $3000 more expensive than its predecessor when the hybrid-only sedan arrives in Australian showrooms