Jake Williams

Staff journalist

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: @jfcw.cars

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Audi Q7: More luxurious and larger third-generation model debuts

A new generation of one of Audi's most popular products, the Q7, has been made bigger and with more premium features than earlier models.

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Leapmotor B10: Range-extender hybrid tech added to fuel-sipping small SUV

Leapmotor's new range-extender B10 pairs electric driving with petrol-backed flexibility, delivering up to 900km of claimed range from a single charge and tank.

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BYD teases new 'Great Han' flagship luxury sedan

A new flagship Great Han sedan from BYD's Dynasty sub-brand in China has been revealed, with a low slung design and impressive driving range.

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Most fuel efficient petrol/diesel powered cars on the market: top 10

Searching for a new car but don’t want a hybrid or EV? We’ve got you covered with the 10 most fuel efficient non-electrified cars available.

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Hyundai cuts Kona Electric and IONIQ 5 pricing by $8000

Hyundai has cut pricing of the Kona Electric and IONIQ 5 electric SUVs by $8000 as a lure for potential buyers.

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Audi Nuvolari: Shock 736kW R8 successor revealed

We thought that Audi had stopped making supercars when the R8 died, but it's back with the Nuvolari, which uses a hybrid V8 making 736kW of power.

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Urgent advice for drivers to check their car batteries as winter arrives

The arrival of winter often means we drive less, which can have an adverse effect on our car batteries. Australia's oldest battery manufacturer, Century Batteries, has issued timely advice on what to do to ensure good battery health.

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Rolls-Royce Spectre Series II boosts power and range, adds even more luxury

A large 'Series II' upgrade for Rolls-Royce's large electric coupe has been revealed with even more power, a longer driving range and more personalisation options.

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BMW 7 Series: Specs and pricing for revamped model revealed ahead of late year deliveries

The heavily facelifted BMW 7 Series will launch in Australia in the fourth quarter of 2026 priced from $277,900 plus on-road costs.

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BMW M2 adds all-wheel drive option for the first time

The BMW M2 will be offered with all-wheel drive for the first time as an option, making it even quicker than RWD versions.

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Jeep Wrangler Rewind: New limited edition is a throwback to the 1980s

Featuring available lurid purple paint and cool graphics, Jeep has launched the Wrangler Rewind Limited Edition for the retro-minded.

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Aussie company reveals new EV charger for areas that the electricity grid cannot reach

An Australian EV charging company has developed a new vehicle-to-vehicle charger to enable EVs and PHEVs to be charged in areas with no grid access.

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Toyota GRMN Corolla revealed as brand's most hardcore hot hatch yet

With a multitude of performance upgrades, the Toyota GRMN Corolla has been revealed as the brand's most extreme hot hatch yet.

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Toyota RAV4 PHEV arriving earlier than expected, including more dynamic GR Sport

Toyota Australia will launch its first plug-in hybrid model earlier than initially announced, with the RAV4 PHEV now due locally from later this month.

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Toyota bringing 10,000 additional RAV4s, HiLuxes to meet Australian demand

Have you ordered a Toyota RAV4, HiLux or bZ4X? It could arrive earlier than expected as Toyota Australia says it has secured an extra 10,000 units for the remainder of 2026.

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BYD Atto 1 review: Small EV breaks new ground in Australia

The BYD Atto 1 is now the cheapest electric car you that can buy in Australia, but should you? Read our review of the top-spec Premium to find out.

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BMW iX3: New entry 40 model added to range

A new entry-level 40 variant completes the BMW iX3 range for now with a $89,900 +ORC price and claimed 635km of range.

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Honda adds sportier e:HEV RS model to HR-V range

A new RS model will join the Honda HR-V small SUV range as part of the 2027 model year, adding sportier styling features throughout.

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Renault Symbioz: Brand's first full hybrid priced for Australia

Renault Australia has announced local pricing and specifications for its new Symbioz small SUV, which will be the first full hybrid it's ever sold here.

Features

Which are the longest range medium hybrid SUVs on sale in Australia?

Fuel prices are a lot lower than what we saw a few months ago but efficiency is still key for many buyers. So which are the longest-range hybrid medium SUVs?

Reviews

Kia Picanto GT-Line review: A timely reminder that cheap cars still exist

The Kia Picanto is still the cheapest new car in Australia... and for that we should be thankful. So what's it like behind the wheel?

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Volkswagen Tayron eHybrid review: Large SUV joins Tiguan sibling with hybrid drivetrain

It’s the larger brother to the Tiguan eHybrid, though it does without the extra seats of other Tayron variants. Does the Tayron eHybrid make sense?

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Volkswagen Tiguan eHybrid review: Medium SUV contender is finally electrified

Hybrid power has finally arrived in the Volkswagen Tiguan range. Should you consider it over another hybrid medium SUV like a RAV4, Tucson, CR-V, etc?

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Plug-in hybrids: Range claims tested for 15 of the best on the market

Plug-in hybrid vehicles are growing in popularity in Australia, and while they don’t suit all buyers, they make a lot of sense for those seeking more fuel efficiency. Here we compare the claimed electric driving range of 15 popular models versus what we discovered in testing, as well as a brief overview of each model.