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Our favourite hybrid medium SUVs to help you save money at the bowser

Despite high fuel prices, mid-size SUVs remain the most popular car segment in Australia. Here are our favourite hybrid models that will save you money.

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Used EV sales surge as fuel costs reshape market

Rising petrol prices and the threat of fuel scarcity are pushing Australians toward second-hand electric cars.

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Insurance data confirms surge in EV interest as fuel crisis reshapes demand

NRMA Insurance data shows quotes for electric vehicles jumped in March 2026 as more Australians consider electric cars.

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Surging demand for EVs in wake of fuel crisis leads to longer wait times

Demand for electric vehicles has exploded in Australia as buyers look for immunity from rising fuel costs and supply uncertainties.

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Looking for a new car on a budget? Here are the 10 cheapest options on the market

A move to a cheaper and likely more fuel efficient new car is being considered by many. But which are the 10 cheapest cars on the market?


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Could this cute and funky electric hatchback be the answer to our current fuel woes?

While there has been no official confirmation as to when it will arrive here, the Firefly electric hatchback has been approved for sale in Australia.

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Cars that will significantly reduce your fuel bill NOW

Our rundown of the best new car options to reduce fuel use significantly as Aussies endure record high petrol prices.

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Keen to save fuel? Here are the 10 cheapest hybrid models in Australia

While they still use fuel in some capacity, hybrid cars can also drastically reduce your overall consumption in energy-challenged times. So which are the 10 cheapest hybrids in Australia?

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Can Australia’s EV charging network possibly hope to replace the humble petrol station?

With sales of EVs expected to surge thanks to the conflict in the Middle East, is Australia’s charging infrastructure ready to meet increased demand?

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Three dual-cabs compared: BYD Shark v Toyota HiLux v Kia Tasman

Fuel-use is in the news even more than capability when it comes to the dual-cab brigade. Here, we compare the figures for three very different ways of tackling the segment.

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Meanwhile… in China, BYD is rolling out super fast EV charging stations

The rise of EV infrastructure in China has reached another level, with BYD testing new 1500kW chargers that can fully recharge its cars in just nine minutes.

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Looking to switch to an EV? Here are the 10 cheapest in Australia

Over the uncertainty around petrol prices and supply? If you’re considering making the jump to an electric vehicle, here are the 10 cheapest EV models on the market…

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It’s been almost 50 years since Australia last rationed fuel… are we about to go there again?

Australia last rationed petrol in 1979 but the federal government has reassured the public rationing is off the table… for now.

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Which plug-in hybrids offer the longest electric driving range?

A plug-in hybrid can offer the best of both worlds for some, so which ones offer the longest electric driving range? The answer may surprise you.

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Hybrid vehicles can reduce fuel use during record high prices – so which are the best options?

The latest conflict in the Middle East has seen fuel prices spike and the possibility of further rises to come, so what are the best hybrid vehicles to lessen your spend on filling your car?

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Petrol prices could yet go higher… so which EV should you look at? 

Fuel could still go higher in price as a result of the conflict in the Middle East. For many potential car buyers it looks a good time to ditch fossil fuel-powered vehicles altogether and buy an EV, so which should you be looking at?

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Chinese manufacturer BYD reportedly considering major motorsport push

BYD – already the largest seller of electric vehicles around the world – has said that nothing is off the table when considering a push into global motorsport.

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It’s official – China now the number one source of new cars in Australia

China has overtaken Japan as the number one source of new cars in Australia, ending a dominance dating back to last century.

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VFACTS February 2026: China becomes Australia’s biggest vehicle source for first time in a single month

February sales data shows Chinese-built vehicles overtake Japan as overall market declines.

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BYD reveals Seal 07 EV with 705km range ahead of international debut

New large electric sedan rides on upgraded e-Platform 3.0 Evo, adds lidar and next-generation driver assistance technology.

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Which are the most practical small SUVs under $40,000?

Small but perfectly formed – it’s a phrase that applies to these 10 small SUV models which, despite their size, are also beautifully practical.

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BYD’s local boss says battery tech key to Aussies buying more EVs

The company’s local boss, Stephen Collins, says BYD will continue to pile resources into refining its already impressive battery technology to attract otherwise sceptical buyers.

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BYD: Speed to showrooms the difference in Australia’s crowded new car market

BYD Australia boss, Stephen Collins, has worked in the Australian new car industry for a long time, and even he has never seen the speed and manufacturing power that Chinese giant BYD can access.

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BYD Australia boss says plug-in hybrids will remain a vital part of its line-up

Despite BYD’s undoubted success in the electric vehicle market in Australia, it’s Australian boss says plug-in hybrid technology will remain a key part of its product drive as it looks to climb even further up the sales charts.