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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Skoda Epiq: Cheap electric SUV revealed, confirmed for Australia in 2027

Skoda’s cheapest ever electric car has been revealed in the form of the Epiq small SUV, which will go on sale locally in 2027 with up to 430km of range.

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New Volkswagen T-Roc range to be entirely hybridised; launching in Australia in 2027

Every model in the second-generation Volkswagen T-Roc range in Australia will be hybridised as standard when it launches locally in the first half of 2027.

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Volkswagen: Electrified future will be driven by customer demand, not mandates

Volkswagen plans more electrified products for Australia but what type of vehicles will be driven by customer preference rather than government incentives, says the brand.

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Advice

Boot sizes of Australia’s favourite SUVs

Not all SUV models are created equal when it comes to the cargo department, so how big is the boot on each of our best-selling SUV models in each category?

Comparisons

GWM Tank 300 Hi4-T vs Denza B5: Spec Battle

Large SUVs with off-road capability are moving quickly into the era of electrification. Two of the plug-in hybrid frontrunners are the Tank 300 PHEV and Denza B5 – so which wins on spec?

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BYD aiming to topple Kia Carnival with new M9 people mover in Australia

Government approval has been given for BYD to tackle the Kia Carnival with its new M9 people mover that features a plug-in hybrid drivetrain.

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Ram 1500 Express Black Edition: New entry-level grade joins best-selling truck range

The new entry-level version of the Ram 1500, dubbed the Black Express, lowers the price of entry into the 1500 range significantly.

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Next-generation GWM Haval H6 revealed ahead of early 2027 Australian release

The covers have been lifted off the next-generation GWM Haval H6, which is due in Australia in early 2027 with a larger body and more in-car tech.

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Second 'House of Denza' opens in Sydney exclusively for customers of the brand

The House of Denza premium spaces have added a second location, with a new Sydney space opened exclusively for the use of Denza owners.

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Subaru slashes pricing of Solterra and Trailseeker electric SUVs

Subaru has taken the scalpel to Australian pricing for its Solterra and Trailseeker electric SUVs, with lower price tags than before of up to $4000.

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What does it cost to get a licence in every state of Australia?

The cost of getting your driver's licence varies greatly depending on your location, according to new research from a professional driving instructor finder, as does the time required to become fully licensed.

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Subaru Uncharted: Australian pricing revealed for new electric small SUV

Australian pricing and specifications for Subaru's third electric vehicle have been revealed, with the Uncharted small SUV set to go on sale soon.

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Renault Master priced for Australia, arrivals from June

Australian pricing has been announced for the new Renault Master large van, which will be offered in both turbo-diesel and electric forms locally.

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Jaecoo J5 Super Hybrid details revealed ahead of July 2026 release

Jaecoo is expanding its J5 small SUV line-up further in July with the addition of a new Super Hybrid model joining the existing petrol and EV versions.

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Honda marks 50 years of its iconic Accord mid-sized sedan

With over 25 million sales over 11 generations, it's time to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the iconic Honda Accord mid-size sedan.

Reviews

Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy Hybrid review: Large SUV option divides on style, wins on features

Almost two years since its Australian release, the fifth-generation Hyundai Santa Fe is selling well locally, so how does it fare against newer competition?

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Lamborghini Fenomeno Roadster: $8 million hybrid hypercar revealed

Six months after the coupe was revealed, the cover has been taken off the stunning Lamborghini Fenomeno Roadster and its 794kW hybrid V12 drivetrain.

Reviews

Nissan X-Trail Ti-L e-Power review: How does the hybrid medium SUV measure up to the likes of the RAV4?

A new generation model has already been revealed, but there's still plenty of life in the Nissan X-Trail Ti-L e-Power hybrid medium SUV.

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Lexus TZ: Brand's largest electric SUV revealed, Australian sales possible

Like its Toyota parent, Lexus has revealed a new large electric SUV. Called the TZ, it will sit above the existing RZ with cool bamboo and suede trimmings.

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Zeekr sees 7X become best-selling luxury medium SUV in latest sales results

Zeekr has achieved a milestone in Australia with its 7X electric medium SUV selling 973 units sold in April 2026, outselling rivals such as the Tesla Model Y for the first time.

Features

Best hybrid models still to come in 2026

Looking for a new hybrid vehicle? There are plenty to choose from, but it might be worth waiting as these 10 new models are set to launch with a bang in what remains of 2026.

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New ANCAP five-star safety ratings revealed for BYD, MG, Tesla and Skoda

The latest ANCAP crash test results are five stars across the board, including new models from BYD, Tesla and MG, and re-testing a Skoda.

Reviews

Chery Tiggo 4 Hybrid review: More efficient and powerful... and still great value for the tech

The Chery Tiggo 4 has been a sales star so far in its Australian career, so how does the newer hybrid drivetrain compare to rivals?

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Geely to launch seven-seat hybrid Kluger rival in Australia in 2027

Geely is still a relatively new brand to Australia, but it's already pushing on with plans to launch more product, including a new hybrid seven-seat SUV.