Mike Stevens

Contributor

Mike Stevens has been writing, ranting and raving about cars since the early 2000s, and professionally since 2007 – after throwing in the towel on a decade of graphic design. (The client is not always right!)

An early prototype of the ‘always online’ motoring journo, Stevo has had stints in the reporter, road tester, news editor and deputy editor seats.

Instagram: @yomikestevens

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2025 Lamborghini Urus SE PHEV pricing and details

Lamborghini has unveiled the Urus SE plug-in hybrid in Australia, combining high performance with electrification.

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2025 Peugeot 2008 Hybrid pricing for Australia

Peugeot’s 2008 Hybrid brings a compact SUV option with a turbo petrol-hybrid system to Australia, featuring efficient performance and advanced features across two trims.

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CELICA RETURNS! Toyota exec confirms coupe's comeback and talks next GR86

"I'm not sure if it's okay to say this in a public forum, but we're doing the Celica!"

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2024 Polestar 4 pricing and features

Pricing and specifications confirmed by Polestar as new 4 goes on-sale

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HERO: 2025 Kia EV9 GT revealed with 375kW and 'gear shifts'

Finally! Kia confirms the EV9 GT, its most powerful electric SUV, for a 2025 launch with 368kW and advanced performance features.

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2025 Lexus ES facelift revealed for China, Australian plans unclear

Sleek Lexus ES gets a makeover for China. Australian plans are unclear, but its origin point could make it an easy update for our market.

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Video: Reborn Subaru Baja ute imagined

We've lived through numerous takes on the revived Brumby that'll never happen, but what about a bigger Baja?

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2025 MG HS and Chery Omoda E5 earn ANCAP 5-star ratings

MG HS and Chery Omoda E5 score five-star safety ratings in latest ANCAP testing, meeting updated safety standards.

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2025 MG ES5 revealed as ZS EV successor – UPDATED

If you’re looking forward to the new-generation MG ZS EV, then you’ll have to get used to a new name.

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Audi, no, AUDI E concept revealed for China

Audi's iconic four rings are gone, for China specifically, replaced by a simple all-caps AUDI badge.

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What is a mild hybrid car?

Mild hybrids are a cheap and efficient way of ensuring you go longer between fuel refills, but what are they and how do they work?

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2025 Peugeot 308 pricing: Single GT Hybrid spec, and 14 e-308 hatches!

OUT: 308 wagon and GT Premium spec. IN: 308 GT Hybrid hatch, and a get-in-quick 'preview' allocation of 14 e-308 electric hatches

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2025 Zeekr 009 electric people mover: Australian pricing detailed

Zeekr has launched its all-electric luxury MPV, the 009, in Australia, featuring dual motor power, advanced tech, and extensive safety features.

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2025 Mazda CX-80: Australian pricing for new 7-seat SUV

Mazda’s new CX-80, a hybrid-only seven-seat SUV, debuts in Australia with plug-in and mild-hybrid options, advanced safety, and family-focused features.

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What if... Kia's Tasman became a Prado-rivalling SUV?

Could Kia roll out an SUV version of its new Tasman Ute? It should.

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2025 Deepal S07: Latest new EV brand now on sale in Australia

Australian orders are open for the Deepal S07 electric SUV, ahead of customer deliveries starting in December

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GWM H6GT PHEV: Pricing for 342kW SUV with 180km EV range

GWM’s Haval H6GT PHEV arrives in early 2025 with a turbo-hybrid engine and extended electric range.

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2025 Genesis GV70: Australian pricing and features

The 2025 Genesis GV70 arrives in Australia, bringing advanced safety features, tech upgrades, and a refined three-variant line-up.

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Jaecoo J7 midsize SUV & J5 small SUV confirmed for Australia

China’s Chery – which re-launched in Australia in 2023 – has confirmed it’ll introduce its Jaecoo premium sub-brand here later this year

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2025 BMW X3 30e PHEV: Australian pricing confirmed

BMW Australia expands 2025 X3 line-up with new plug-in hybrid variant

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Every Plug-in Hybrid EV on sale in Australia

Offering electric commuting minus the 'range anxiety', PHEVs are often a cheaper emissions-free option than full EVs – and there are plenty to choose from

2025 Skoda Kodiaq RS confirmed for Australia, with more power!
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Powered-up 2025 Skoda Kodiaq RS revealed, Australia confirmed

The new-gen Kodiaq RS will get a boost to 195kW when it reaches Australia next year

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Hyundai IONIQ 7? Nope: IONIQ 9! Here are the first official teasers

Hyundai teases the IONIQ 9, its upcoming three-row electric SUV, advancing concepts from the 2021 IONIQ 7 with a November premiere expected

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2025 Volkswagen Tayron revealed as Tiguan Allspace successor

Volkswagen’s new seven-seat Tayron SUV, arriving in Australia in 2025, will offer hybrid options and versatile seating between the Tiguan and Touareg.