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New Small Cars coming to Australia in 2024 and beyond

New-generation versions of the Suzuki Swift, Mini Cooper and MG3 are joined by new nameplates such as the Volkswagen ID.3 in 2024.

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Tesla reaches 100,000 vehicle-sales milestone in Australia

US electric car maker hits six figures in less time than it took Toyota to reach the same figure with its petrol-electric hybrids

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2024 Mini Cooper pricing and features: Electric & petrol models detailed

Local versions of the three-door Cooper will see four models and a choice of powertrains including a hot John Cooper Works version.

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2025 Kia K4 hatchback: Cerato replacement revealed

Hatch version of the new K4 sedan has been unveiled ahead of an expected Australian arrival in 2025

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Volkswagen RooBadge set to be world-first kangaroo deterrent

The German car maker has reached the next stage in the development of a scientifically-proven deterrent designed to reduce collisions with the world-famous marsupial.

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2025 Kia K4: First details for fastback sedan that ends Cerato nameplate

Cerato replacement is bigger and better-equipped, including tech borrowed from the EV9 electric SUV, though fewer surprises on the drivetrain side

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Mazda CX-60: Some Australian owners to receive new suspension free of charge

No-cost dealer upgrade imminent to align early versions of the Mazda CX-60 with the latest production specification following ride quality concerns

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2024 Best Electric Cars Under $80K: 7 winners revealed by Wheels

Part One of Wheels Best EVs reveals the best affordable or relatively attainable electric cars through the most comprehensive comparison series of its kind in Australia

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How many Mazda CX-8s and CX-9s are left in stock in Australia?

Mazda Australia says it has "roughly" two months' stock of the recently-discontinued CX-8 left, while there’s a small number of new CX-9s still available

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A more powerful V8 Defender is coming!

Flagship Land Rover Defender Octa has a twin-turbo V8 and debuts trick hydraulic suspension

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2024 Toyota Yaris Cross pricing and features: Minor facelift for light SUV

Hybrid-only Toyota Yaris Cross receives minor revisions, including additional tech and safety features, with small price rises

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Genesis Magma: AMG & BMW M rival brand coming to Australia

High-performance EVs with bright orange paint and development work by a Le Mans legend confirmed for Australia

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Mission X likely left-hand drive only as Aussies express interest in Porsche’s hypercar concept

Electric hypercar concept makes Australian public debut, though the car that would be Porsche's fastest and most expensive model is likely to be ruled out for our roads

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April 2024 issue of 4X4 Australia is out now

Four-cylinder 79 Series to the bush; 1322Nm V8-powered Silverado 2500; single-cab HiLux and F-150 Tremor customs; and plenty more!

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Petrol Porsche Macan set for longer life in Australia as EV replacement looms

The current-generation petrol Macan could continue well into 2025 as Porsche Australia revises plan to phase it out in late 2024 with introduction of much dearer next-generation electric model

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2025 Hyundai i30 hatch facelift revealed, Australian timing confirmed

Price rises are almost certain for the facelifted Hyundai i30 hatch, which will switch from Korean to European production with a new mild-hybrid engine

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New Vehicle Efficiency Standard watered-down for utes, vans and off-road SUVs

Federal Government to weaken emissions targets for utes, vans and ladder-frame SUVs in proposed fuel-efficiency standard following industry feedback

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2025 Infiniti QX80 previews next-gen Patrol

Twin-turbo V6-powered QX80 provides a glimpse at what to expect with the incoming Patrol

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What do car brands think about Australia’s proposed New Vehicle Efficiency Standard?

Here’s what the major auto brands think about Australia’s proposed fuel-efficiency standards

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2025 Isuzu D-Max mild-hybrid ute revealed for lower CO2 emissions push

Stepping into carbon neutrality, Isuzu reveals hybrid and EV concepts, with some headed for Australia.

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Next Nissan Patrol and Navara teased in future roadmap

Nissan has confirmed the all-new Patrol will launch within the next 12 months, while the next Navara will be a Mitsubishi Triton twin with an “EV or PHEV” option

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Nissan Australia: Andrew Humberstone announced as new Oceania managing director

Outgoing Managing Director Adam Paterson to return to Nissan America

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Auction watch: Bangle Z4, Continental GT, Evo wagon and more!

Another week, another round of auctions from Grays

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2024 Isuzu MU-X pricing and features: 1.9-litre engine added

The Isuzu MU-X line-up has expanded with a more affordable and fuel-efficient 1.9-litre engine option – but prices are up for existing 3.0-litre models