Jake Williams

One of Jake’s first words was Volvo because that was the family chariot in his infancy and it’s no shock that since then, he’s been obsessing over practical details such as rear seat folding mechanisms and rain-activated automatic headlights ever since.

Jake has been writing about cars since 2017 with stints at Chasing Cars, CarsGuide and DiscoverAuto, and continues to be his family’s biggest automotive know-it-all.

Instagram: @picsfromamotoringjournalist

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Honda announces Australian Super-One electric hatchback pricing, pre-orders now open

Australian pricing for the Honda Super-One electric hatchback has been announced ahead of its October on-sale date, and pre-orders are open now.

Reviews

Jaecoo J5 Track review: A bargain small SUV, but how does it shape up to main rivals?

The small SUV segment is cut throat, but the new petrol variant of the Jaecoo J5 is hard to resists with a $25,990 driveaway starting price.

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Audi Q9 flagship large SUV takes aim at the BMW X7 and Mercedes-Benz GLS

Audi is aiming at other large luxury SUVs such as the BMW X7 and Mercedes-Benz GLS with its new flagship Q9, which will reach Australia in 2027.

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Toyota bZ4X AWD review: Refreshed electric SUV takes aim at Tesla, BYD and Zeekr

Competition amongst electric medium SUVs is fierce, which is why the updated Toyota bZ4X is fighting an uphill battle. Will its overhaul help it win over more fans?

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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.

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Which are the top 10 cheapest electric SUVs in Australia?

The price barrier for electric cars has fallen in the past 12 months, bringing them in reach of many more Australians. Which are the current 10 cheapest SUV models?

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XPeng G6 review: Tesla Model Y rival now factory-backed and updated

The Chinese brand has just relaunched in Australia under factory distribution, so how does the updated XPeng G6 fair against a sea of rivals like the Tesla Model Y?

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Sign of the times? Ford partners with China's Geely to save its Spanish factory

Ford and Geely have announced a groundbreaking partnership for Geely to use Ford's Valencia plant, co-developing future models together in a move which will ensure the facility's continued viability.

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Mercedes-AMG adds more aggressive special CLE 53 Edition R to line-up

A new special Edition R variant of the Mercedes-AMG CLE 53 4Matic+ has been added, which adds extra features for only $1000 over the regular model.

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Why XPeng sees Australia as the perfect place for its flying cars tech

While XPeng only sells electric cars in Australia right now, that could change within a few years as it sets sights on introducing its unique flying cars technology as well.

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Mercedes-AMG GLC 53: High-performance inline six SUV priced for Australia

Mercedes-AMG's new GLC 53 is now on sale in Australia with a new 330kW turbocharged inline six-cylinder engine armed with an electric supercharger.

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Mercedes-Benz GLC 400 4Matic: First electric midsize SUV from the GLC family now on sale in Australia

There's a new variant of the Mercedes-Benz GLC range called the GLC 400 4Matic, but its powertrain is unlike any other GLC to date...

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XPENG outlines ambitious Australian expansion with five new models due this year

Chinese EV brand confirms rapid product rollout, dealership expansion and range-extender technology as it ramps up local presence.

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XPENG X9 electric people mover unveiled for Australia: pricing and specs

Chinese brand's flagship seven-seat EV offers up to 580km of driving range, ultra-fast charging and luxury-focused cabin.

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Hyundai Kona Hybrid Elite review: New mid-spec grade brings extra features in reach

Hyundai recently revised the line-up of its Kona small SUV, with a new mid-spec Elite model now featuring. Is it the Kona model to choose?

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Geely EX2: Bargain electric hatchback priced for Australia

Australia will have a new cheap electric hatchback to choose from in late July when the Geely EX2 launches, priced from just $26,490 plus on-road costs.

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Genesis GV60 adds high performance 478kW Magma model

The first production model from Genesis' new Magma performance sub brand has been launched locally: the GV60 Magma is now available to order.

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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.

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Hyundai Palisade Elite review: New entry spec model makes practical family SUV more attractive

The Hyundai Palisade impressed us in top-spec Calligraphy form when it launched, now it's time to give the new entry-level Elite model a run...

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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.

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Kia adds new top-spec grade to EV3 small electric SUV line-up

Those looking for an all-wheel drive electric small SUV now have another option in the Kia EV3, which now offers an AWD version of the top-spec GT-Line.

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Mercedes-AMG CLA 45: Next-generation rocketship revealed with 500kW of power

Affalterbach’s smallest high-performance car is now one of its fastest, as the new CLA 45 makes a huge 500kW after switching to electric power.

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Dacia Striker revealed as hybrid wagon rival to Skoda Octavia and Subaru Outback

There's a new wagon from an unlikely source: Renault's value brand Dacia. Called the Striker, it aims straight at the Skoda Octavia and Subaru Outback.

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BYD Sealion 7 and Seal depart Chinese market to focus on exports, no change for Australia

The BYD Sealion 7, the most popular product BYD sells in Australia, and its Seal sibling are no longer available in their Chinese home market.