
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.

Mercedes-Maybach S-Class revealed with updated styling, even more luxury
Following on from the update to the S-Class earlier this year, the new Mercedes-Maybach S-Class has been revealed with refreshed styling, more tech and other luxury appointments.

MGS5 EV updated with revised model line-up, more power and driving range
The MGS5 EV electric small SUV has been updated for the 2026 model year with a revised model range plus more power and range for the top-spec model.

Honda Civic Type R orders re-open in Australia, 98-car batch due in December
Buyers of the Honda Civic Type R have yet another opportunity to secure one after a new 98-car batch destined for Australia was announced.

Gordon Murray Le Mans GTR hits the track at Le Mans Classic
The Gordon Murray Automotive Le Mans GTR supercar wowed crowds as it made its dynamic debut at the Le Mans Classic celebration of racing.

McLaren reveals M6GT ahead of Goodwood 2026 as tribute to founder
McLaren Special Operations has revealed a one-off restored M6GT as a tribute to founder Bruce McLaren and his vision for the brand's first road car.

Lexus launches ES in Australia with both hybrid and electric drivetrains for the first time
The eighth-generation Lexus ES luxury sedan brings hybrid and electric power for the first time, and combine increased size and technology in a luxury package.

Bentley teases its first electric car, reveals Torcal name
Ahead of its late September reveal, Bentley's new electric SUV will be called Torcal, and a teaser image showing the rear end has been released.

Upgraded XPeng G6 on sale in Australia after switch to factory distribution
The updated and upgraded XPeng G6 is now available to order in Australia - better equipped, faster charging and also $3000 cheaper.

Hennessey Venom F5-M: 1515kW manual hypercar to debut at Goodwood
Hennessey has revealed its new Venom F5-M, which will debut at this week's Goodwood Festival of Speed as the world's fastest manual hypercar.

Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series orders open once again after stop sale... but not for all variants
Orders for the Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series have recommenced after a 12-month stop sale, though not all variants are as yet available again.

XPeng Mona L03: New electric and range-extender SUV likely for Australia in 2027
XPeng has switched to factory distribution in Australia and the Mona L03 SUV is likely to be one of the first new launches as part of a product blitz.

Omoda Jaecoo celebrates 10,000 Australian sales amid record market results
After a record June for the Australian new car market, Omoda Jaecoo is celebrating its 10,000th locally delivered new vehicle: A J5 EV small SUV.

Legendary Dick Johnson Ford Sierra RS500 touring car up for auction
An iconic Ford Sierra RS500 Group A touring car driven by Dick Johnson Racing will go up for auction in the UK later this month expected to fetch around £450,000.

Legal experts warn that number plate accessory could cost you more than a fine
Tinted and reflective number plate covers are easily available online, but should you buy them? Legal experts have weighed in on the matter.

VFACTS June 2026: New records set as Toyota outsells BYD by just 243 units
According to VFACTS numbers, new records were set with Australia's new vehicle sales in June 2026, including the total number of vehicles sold.

McMurtry Spéirling Pure: Production version of incredible electric track car revealed
It was teased last week, and now, the production version of the McMurtry Spéirling has been revealed still with insane performance stats.

Hyundai Staria Lounge review: Luxurious new model adds to people mover's overall package
In addition to its Load sibling, the Hyundai Staria has also received a new hybrid drivetrain, but also a luxurious new Lounge model. What's it like?

Hyundai Staria Load Hybrid review: Finally, a hybrid van launches in Australia
Hybrids sell very strongly in Australia, so where are the vans? Hyundai agrees and has launched the Staria Load Hybrid. Should you buy it?

Hyundai committed to its last V6 in Australia despite emissions pressure
The last-remaining V6 in Hyundai's Australian lineup will remain on sale for the foreseeable future despite pressure from new emissions standards.

Jaecoo J8 SHS now on sale in Australia with seven seats and plug-in hybrid drivetrain
Previously only offered as a five seater, the new Jaecoo J8 SHS model arrives with a seven-seat layout and a new plug-in hybrid drivetrain making 315kW of power.

Chery C5 now available with powerful yet efficient hybrid drivetrain
In addition to petrol and electric options already available, the Chery C5 now offers a new hybrid drivetrain with a consumption rating of just 4.9L/100km.

Leapmotor B05 Australian pricing announced ahead of August arrival
Leapmotor's new electric hatch arrives in August with sharp drive-away pricing, generous equipment and up to 482km of claimed driving range.

Century Batteries extends partnership with Australian Road Safety Foundation
Century Batteries and the Australian Road Safety Foundation have extended their partnership to help reduce road trauma and promote safer driving practices.

