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 Chery Omoda 7 previewed, Australian launch confirmed

The Australia-bound Chery Omoda 7, a larger sibling to the recently launched Omoda 5, will be unveiled on April 28

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Rivian R1T confirmed for Australia, but you can’t have one

It’s not the type of availability fans might be hoping for –although it could spark a few ute-spotting road trips to the Pilbara

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Skoda Australia wins customer satisfaction award, two years running

Volkswagen Group's Czech-born brand scores Customer Satisfaction award for both 2022 and 2023.

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2025 Alfa Romeo M̴i̴l̴a̴n̴o̴ Junior revealed – UPDATE: Italy bans Milano name

Alfa Romeo has unveiled its sporty new compact SUV, and a fresh controversy just days later should ensure its name is never forgotten... (we'll look forward to a brisk trade in Milano badges on eBay)

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BYD benefited from $5.6B in direct govt aid, more through wider industry support – study

A top economic institute claims Chinese giant BYD has so far received €3.4B in subsidies, while also benefiting from government support of auto industry suppliers

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PHEVs emit 350% more CO2 than claimed because lax drivers don’t charge them: EU

Drawing on data collected from a sample of 600,000 vehicles in 2021, a massive EU government test shows emissions from plug-in hybrid EVs to be 3.5 times higher than claimed, while diesel and petrol car emissions are around 20% higher

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2024 BMW X3 & iX3: New photos, details, and everything we know

New photos and details for the upcoming BMW X3 have surfaced, so here's all you need to know, including the anticipated iX3 electric SUV!

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Cupra opens more showrooms in lead-up to new model launches

More new Cupra locations have opened in Australia as the local arm closes in on its second birthday and a number of model launches

Reviews

2024 Tesla Model Y review: Full range detailed

The Tesla Model Y is a popular medium-size electric SUV in Australia. Learn about the Model Y range including price, interior, boot space, safety assists and performance.

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Polestar 7: Small Polestar 2 successor, big number

It’s Peugeot all over again: Polestar won’t repeat model numbers, which means the anticipated 7 will be the new 2

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Geely's Riddara RD6 electric ute set for Australia

If it’s not simply a cruel oversight, a new post on social media from Chinese giant Geely suggests the Radar RD6 – now Riddara RD6 – will come to Australia

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Next BMW iX3 previewed: Vision Neue Klasse X concept

Following its Neue Klasse sedan preview in September, BMW has handed down a first look at how its next iX3 electric SUV will appear

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2025 Kia K4 revealed: Cerato replacement lines up for Aussie launch

Kia’s small Cerato has been on a long road to desirable styling. Has its successor, the K4, finally hit the mark?

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America reveals new emissions rules, Australian industry asks for similar concessions

Just hours after the Biden government’s EPA announced its new and more lenient emissions reduction targets, the FCAI is asking Australia’s govt to show the same consideration

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Easter 2024 double demerits: When and where do they apply?

Drive safe: Every long weekend brings an increased risk of danger on the road – if only to your licence

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Nissan & Honda confirm EV partnership talks

Japan’s second and third-largest car makers may be about to team up on kicking their EV schedules into gear

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NVES: Aussies want cleaner, money saving cars – Climate Council

New poll finds Aussies want cars that use less fuel, emit less greenhouse gases, and save them $$$.

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Cupra Born VZ due in Australia in 2025, Born range passes 1000 sales

New flagship version of Spanish brand's electric hatch beefs up performance and dynamics and is expected here in early 2025

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2025 Jeep Avenger electric SUV: $53k launch price announced

Jeep's compact EV, the Avenger, will make its Australian debut in late 2024 with a $53,990 starting price

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Porsche Taycan Turbo GT pricing: $416k hero revealed

Porsche’s record setting and most powerful series-production model of all time will reach Australia in mid 2024 with a $416,600 starting price

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Europe claims evidence of Chinese EV subsidies, may impose retroactive tariffs

The EU will investigate whether it should impose further import taxes for competitive Chinese-made EVs in order to protect its local auto industry

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2025 Renault 5 E-Tech EV revealed with 50,000 buyers on wait list

Finally, Renault has unveiled the production version of its reborn Renault 5 – three years since it was first previewed as a hot hatch concept

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BYD adding SEVEN more 7000-car ships to boost export capacity

BYD now has a new cargo ship all to itself, just in case there was any concern that its growing popularity in western markets would be hard to supply

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2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5: N Line confirmed, bigger battery & more

The popular Hyundai Ioniq 5 EV will add a sportier N Line model this year, along with improved ride and insulation, a battery upgrade and styling tweaks