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2023 G87 BMW M2 fixed by Rivian designer
BMW’s awkward era of exterior design is inciting a lot of discussion; Rivian designer David Scheider has done something about it

US study reveals electric cars saved 1.8 billion litres of fuel in 2021
A US study reveals startling fuel, exhaust emission and cost savings by going electric

Ford Mustang Mach-E: Australian launch looking likely as production ramps up
Ford’s rival to the Tesla Model Y and Volkswagen ID.4 will launch across the ditch next year, but an Australian launch is unconfirmed

Kia EV6 GT spec battle: Is it really overpriced?
Kia is yet to confirm leaked EV6 GT pricing, though it’s pretty clear it’s a six-figure EV on the road. But does that make it bad value?

2023 Renault Koleos pricing and features
Renault’s highest-selling model – the Koleos medium SUV – has received an update for 2023 with a new AWD grade and more standard equipment – but pricing has increased by up to $2900

Rise of the Beasts trailer: There’s at least one reason to watch the new Transformers movie…
Does anybody even watch these? Still, this one might have the right formula…

Toyota Grand Highlander teased: Bigger Kluger to be revealed next year
As is becoming the norm, Toyota USA has given us a glimpse of its new, bigger hybrid SUV months before launch

2023 Nissan X-Trail pricing and features
The all-new X-Trail has arrived with four model grades, a host of safety features, and available hybrid power

Mazda CX-50: Australia an outside chance, still no timing for right-hand-drive
Rugged CX-50 is on Australia’s wish list if production opens up outside of North America

2023 Kia EV6 GT: $100,000 price appears confirmed in industry guide
Kia’s muscly 430kW (yes, 430kW) EV has touched down in Australia for the next and final phase of its local ride and handling work

2023 Mitsubishi Outlander pricing and features: New safety features, Black Edition
Mitsubishi’s popular mid-size SUV has received its second update since launch, with new safety technology and minor specification changes – but price rises of up to $1000

2023 Mercedes-Benz Citan on track for Australian launch
Mercedes-Benz’s smallest commercial van, the Renault Kangoo-based Citan, looks set to arrive in Australia after receiving local homologation

Monash study finds EV chargers are an “eyesore”, home charging preferred
A Melbourne-based study reveals electric car home and public charging needs to be improved to encourage adoption and reduce inequalities.

2023 Mercedes-Benz EQV pricing and features
Mercedes-Benz’s foray into the electric people-mover segment has expanded in Australia, with the more-luxurious EQV – based on the diesel V-Class – joining the utilitarian eVito Tourer

Lamborghini Huracan Sterrato takes aim at 911 Dakar
Watch out Porsche, Lamborghini’s Huracan Sterrato has something to say about the lifted 911 sports car
BMW says China lockdowns are ‘risky’ for car manufacturing
Continued lockdowns and unrest in China is making new car production uncertain, adding to the supply chain battle.

Polestar 7 aims to start European production from 2027
Polestar may make electric cars in its origin country, but it’ll take at least five years

ZF readies multi-speed electric vehicle drive units to improve efficiency, reduce weight
German parts supplier ZF has unveiled its second-generation ‘e-drive’ for electric vehicles, with expected availability in 2025

BYD Dolphin & Seal EVs delayed, 2023 orders and deliveries confirmed
With 2023 on the horizon, BYD’s local distributor has confirmed pre-orders will open later than planned

Australian wins world’s top Isuzu tech award
Albury Isuzu service tech takes first place at 17th Isuzu World Technical Competition

BMW partners with RMIT students to imagine eco-friendly Melbourne of 2030
The YourMelbourne project tasked students with creating their vision of what Melbourne CBD will look like by the end of the decade factoring in mobility and climate change

Next-gen Mazda 6 might be axed; Rear-drive sportscar also unlikely
Technical limitation of Mazda’s platform means rear-drive passenger models are on thin ice

Alleged drunk and unlicensed driver charged after 170km police chase
55-year-old man charged following 170km police chase in between two NSW regional centres

Tesla Model 3 update reportedly due next year with simplified interior, minor changes
Tesla is preparing an update to its popular Model 3 electric sedan, with changes including a simplified interior and improved performance