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Travis Pastrana performs insane stunts in a tricked-up Subaru ute as part of new “Aussie Shred” film
Travis Pastrana has launched his latest Gymkhana video titled “Aussie Shred” set in various Australian locations.
Latest Apple CarPlay update adds customisable features
Next update adds a third widget on big screens and lets drivers turn off pinned message threads, continuing Apple’s slow-but-steady in-car refresh.
Stunning Genesis wagon concept could become a production reality
The stunning Genesis G90 Wingback concept has been designed, according to the brand’s chief, with one eye on the production line.
GWM Tank 300 to add plug-in hybrid drivetrain to petrol and diesel options in 2026
Yet another drivetrain option for the GWM Tank 300 will be added in the first quarter of next year, this time with a potentially large EV range.
DENZA sets Australian pricing for B5 and B8 plug-in hybrid SUVs
BYD’s new upmarket brand arrives with two off-road-leaning models, dual-motor 4WD and near-1000km claimed range.
BMW’s #NextTech apprenticeship program tackles serious automotive skills shortage in Australia
The mentored scheme has enrolled 167 apprentices since 2021, kept more than 80 per cent through training, and will expand into motorcycle and body repair streams from 2026.
Kia Vision Meta Turismo Concept: Glimpse of the future suggests return to electric sedans
Unveiled for Kia’s 80th anniversary, the four-door BEV previews the brand’s next design direction, digital-heavy cockpit ideas and the potential for long-range flagship hardware.
Lexus unveils LFA concept as a preview of its electric flagship sports car
New LFA Concept revives Lexus’ halo-coupe ambitions as a fully electric sports car, sharing development DNA with Toyota’s GR GT program and hinting at 2027 production.
Toyota reveals GR GT road car and GR GT3 racer in first public prototype look
New 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 platform underpins a hybrid flagship coupe and an FIA GT3 customer race car, both targeting a 2027 launch.
Aussie start-up releases first details of Porsche 911-based sportscar
Melbourne-based Zeigler/Bailey is aiming to sell 10 of its $1.6million Porsche 911-based sportscars annually.
Mahindra Scorpio: Upgraded 7-seat SUV gets new safety features, more equipment
The Mahindra Scorpio’s new Level 2 safety suite brings AEB, adaptive cruise and lane-keeping standard, alongside comfort extras, lifting the seven-seat SUV’s value despite a $2000 rise nationwide.
Maserati’s major milestone as it becomes the longest standing brand in Italy’s Motor Valley
Maserati this month marks the 111th anniversary since its founding by Alfieri Maserati and his brothers Ettore and Ernesto in Italy.
New driver’s licence question aimed at younger motorists, even before they can drive
A Victorian parliamentary inquiry has recommended expanding education and a new question for would-be young drivers to address a major issue.
Kia teases sleek new electric sedan concept for coming reveal
Shadowy first look points to a cab-forward, Star Map-lit four-door that could preview an EV7 or EV8, signalling Kia’s return to the executive saloon space.
Mercedes-Benz G-Class Cabriolet starts testing ahead of world debut
A convertible version of Mercedes-Benz iconic G-Class has started testing in Austria ahead of its debut next year, and possible Australian sales.
Volkswagen Touareg Wolfsburg: Price; added features revealed for luxury large SUV
Volkswagen Australia has launched the Touareg Wolfsburg – a special version of its luxury large SUV to celebrate the final year of production.
2026 Hyundai IONIQ 5: Range simplified and new features added
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 electric mid-size SUV has been updated with more features, a revised line-up and a larger battery as standard in base models.
VFACTS November 2025: New car sales figures reveal plug-in popularity
Toyota RAV4 retakes November crown as Australia’s top seller, while plug-in hybrids leap again; overall market dips slightly but stays on track for another record year.
Stricter emissions laws now in effect for Aussie drivers
All new cars sold in Australia now have to adhere to strict new emissions regulations as of December 1, 2025.
Australia’s most expensive toll roads named: here’s the top 10
Australia’s most expensive toll roads have been named in a new survey, revealing tolls rising higher than inflation in some cities and some outrageous expense-per-km amounts.
Ford to expand Ranger Super Duty line-up by mid-2026
Ford will expand the Ranger Super Duty heavy duty line-up in mid 2026 with a new bodystyle and a new higher-spec variant.
XPeng reveals timings of three new models for Australia
China’s XPeng will bring three new models to Australia’s overcrowded car market in 2026, including a futuristic electric people carrier.
Kia teases new Seltos and it looks very familiar
With bold new styling that mirrors the Korean brand’s range of EVs, Kia has teased images of the all-new second-gen Seltos small SUV
Toyota’s next supercar breaks cover in a matter of days
A V8-powered GR flagship is set to spearhead Toyota’s road-car lineup and homologate a new GT3 contender, with early glimpses revealing dramatic proportions and serious intent.
