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What the frunk? One of the biggest surprises about the MG U9 ute is under the hood – and it’s got nothing to do with its motor
The latest addition to the MG Aussie line-up has debuted in the flesh in Sydney with a head-turning feature.
MG reveals electric ute and huge luxury SUV at Everything Electric Sydney
A new electric ute and a flagship luxury SUV from its luxury IM brand comprised the major debuts from MG at the 2026 Everything Electric Sydney show.
Chery debuts seven new models for Australia at Everything Electric Sydney
Chery debuted no less than seven new models for the Australian market at the Everything Electric Sydney show, including the Stockman ute and iCaur V25.
GWM says new 3.0-litre diesel won’t impact NVES targets
GWM’s local boss is confident sales of the brand’s EVs and plug-in hybrids will offset any NVES impacts of its new 3.0-litre diesel Tank 500 and Cannon Alpha
GWM: ‘We need to be top-five in the ute segment’
GWM’s local boss says new 3.0-litre turbo-diesel will help the brand scale new heights in the lucrative dual-cab segment
GWM Cannon Hi4-T brings 115km EV range and 3500kg towing as it becomes Australia’s cheapest PHEV ute
Australia’s cheapest PHEV ute combines 310kW and 750Nm with serious towing ability, mechanical four-wheel drive and aggressive launch pricing.
Geely confirms three new electrified models for Australia in 2027
Geely will add a plug-in hybrid SUV, sedan and high-performance off-roader next year as its Australian range expands across several new segments.
MG’s U9 EV ute sneaks under $80K with 430km range and 3500kg towing capacity
Australia will be the first market in the world to sample the MGU9 electric ute.
The Hemi V8 has returned! Ram 2500 Warlock confirmed for Australia with legendary motor
The Hemi V8 engine has made a comeback in Australia under the bonnet of the new Ram 2500 Warlock, which is a new addition to the Ram Trucks range.
MG releases full specs for its MGU9 electric ute before it gets introduced to the world at its Aussie launch
Australia will be the first market in the world to receive the MGU9 electric ute, with 325kW, 430km of range and full 3500kg towing capability.
VFACTS August 2026: Record monthly battery electric sales lead the way as China’s domination of strong new-car market continues
Chinese brands were big winners once again, according to the fresh VFACTS figures, which show they occupy four of the top 10 spots.
Toyota’s solution to sky-high diesel prices? Run your HiLux on vegetable oil
Toyota has unveiled a very left-field answer to the ongoing problem of shocking prices for diesel.
Inside the Ford recall nightmare: The company boasts it’s the “new gold standard” for quality control, but the evidence says otherwise
Ford has been battling severe quality issues for years and had a big win recently. But despite its best efforts, the recall problem is not going away…
Ram 1500 TRX SRT: 580kW supercharged V8 truck is returning to Australia in 2027
Hundreds of Aussies have already tried to place orders for the even more powerful TRX SRT, Ram says.
KGM Musso EV missing airbags advertised as standard, finds ANCAP
ANCAP has issued a consumer alert after finding Australian-delivered Musso EV utes do not have centre and driver knee airbags previously listed in KGM specifications.
GWM expands electrified ute line-up with new Cannon Hi4-T plug-in hybrid
Mid-size PHEV ute combines 310kW, 750Nm, 115km electric range and 3500kg towing capacity ahead of Australian launch.
Chery enlists Premcar to fine-tune its Stockman ute for Australian roads
Local engineering specialist to validate ride and handling of Chery’s first ute ahead of its Australian launch later this year.
Aussie auctions Toyota LandCruiser with a million kilometres on the clock
The lucky winning bidder is in store for a special treat on their first drive.
GWM outmuscles Ford with new 3.0-litre turbo-diesel engine
GWM Australia has finally released performance figures for its new 3.0-litre turbo-diesel engine, offering more torque than Ford’s V6 diesel.
Volkswagen prices new flagship Walkinshaw-developed Amarok W600
New dual-cab combines locally developed suspension, V6 diesel power and premium equipment, with pricing above the Ford Ranger Raptor.
Honda previews next-gen Ridgeline ute as Australian launch remains possible
Third-generation dual-cab confirmed for launch within two years, with tougher styling, new hybrid power and the possibility of right-hand drive still under consideration.
Chery Stockman: Performance, range and features revealed for new diesel plug-in hybrid ute
Details about the Chery Stockman, including its performance, electric range, dimensions and features, have finally been revealed on the brand’s website.
JAC Hunter launches as Australia’s cheapest but also most powerful PHEV ute
Another plug-in hybrid ute has joined the market in the form of the JAC Hunter. But it’s also the most powerful of the genre, and capable of towing 3500kg.
BYD Shark 6 export volumes tank as rivals step up
A flood of new Chinese ute models has seen export volumes for the BYD Shark 6 drop by almost 26 per cent in the first half of 2026.
