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Ford Everest Black Edition: Striking limited edition 7-seat SUV revealed

The Ford Everest Black Edition brings rugged off-road capability, sleek aesthetics and smart practicality – but numbers will be strictly limited down under.

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MGS5 EV: Latest electric SUV gains top safety rating

The latest addition to MG’s range of SUVs now adds ANCAP’s highest safety rating to its list of attractions.

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Aussies most common driving blunders – and which generation stuffs up the most

A new survey identifies which group of Aussies make the most driving blunders each year – and which mistakes they make the most.

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Win! This 1977 Holden Torana LX Hatch

Get a package for your chance to win this neat Torana hatch with classic DNA, modern punch and a V8 heartbeat, valued at $150,000.

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New Nissan Micra revealed as electric Renault 5 twin

Nissan has leaned on partner Renault for the new generation Micra, which is heavily based on the R5 electric small car.

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Electric vehicle sales dip as hybrid and PHEV demand rises in March

New figures from the Australian Automobile Association’s (AAA) EV Index show battery EV sales fell but hybrids grew – with the BYD Shark 6 a factor in the rise.

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Toyota RAV4 2026: All-hybrid tech plus three distinct looks for classy sixth-gen model

A new-generation plug-in hybrid powertrain and a GR Sport flagship variant headline the more efficient, more refined and more sophisticated sixth-generation RAV4.

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BYD Seal 06 plug-in hybrid edges closer to potential Australian launch

The confirmation of the BYD’s new Camry-sized plug-in hybrid for the UK market has opened the doors for an Australian release.

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Tesla self-driving starts testing in Australia – and even manages a hook turn

The brand’s mission on autonomous driving sees a hands-free Tesla navigating the streets of Melbourne – though the feature is not yet available for use by the public.

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2025 Mitsubishi Outlander confirms pricing and specs for Australia

Mitsubishi has revealed pricing and specs for the popular Outlander medium SUV, upgraded with local input and available mid-year.

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Toyota RAV4: More teasing images of the new model released ahead of worldwide reveal

A full reveal of the sixth generation Toyota RAV4 is hours away – meanwhile the brand is releasing more teaser images of the updated best-seller.

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Is the Tesla Cybertruck already dead?

The future looks grim for the headline-grabbing Cybertruck, with unsold vehicles piling up on the back of Elon Musk’s controversial pivot into US politics and plummeting resale values.

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Looking for a new car? Here’s our rundown of the big end-of-financial year discounts

Many car manufacturers have launched pre-end of financial year (EOFY) sales to keep sales momentum going, with big discounts available from multiple brands.

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Why this suburban parking habit has attracted $28K worth of fines

Tension between trailer owners and residents is heating up once again, with one Sydney council swamped with complaints and handing out $28,000 in fines.

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Apple CarPlay’s new version debuts in Aston Martin DBX

New generation of Apple CarPlay can now run across two screens and can control various in-car functions in the latest Aston Martin models.

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Toyota bZ4X Touring revealed as electric off-road wagon headed for Australia

Toyota’s version of the recently-revealed Subaru Trailseeker unveiled with up to 280kW of power, confirmed for Australia in the first half of 2026.

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Chery to launch new ‘Super Hybrid’ technology in Australia

Chery has announced that new ‘Super Hybrid’ variants of its Tiggo 7 and Tiggo 8 models will debut in Australia in July.

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Skoda Elroq electric SUV priced for Australia

Australian price of Skoda’s new Elroq electric SUV revealed, offering up to 529km of range.

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MG QS undercuts rivals as brand’s first seven-seat large SUV

The MG QS seven-seat SUV is now available to order ahead of imminent deliveries, with a sub $50K price.

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Jeff Bezos-backed Slate already past 100,000 reservations for its bare bones budget electric pickup

The Amazon founder’s cheap pickup concept already seems to have found a receptive audience in the US – and there’s not been a vehicle built yet.

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Formula 1 celebrates 75 years with colourised pictures of first race at Silverstone

The global sport is celebrating its 75th anniversary with rare photos and footage from the very first race at Silverstone in 1950, colourised to convey the atmosphere of the occasion…

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Mahindra launches end-of-financial year special on XUV700 and Scorpio

Buyers can save $3000 from the asking price of the Mahindra XUV700 and Scorpio SUVs in new end of financial year special deal.

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Which Aussie state’s drivers are on the phone most while driving?

Phone use behind the wheel remains one of Australia’s most dangerous driving habits. But which state is the worst for it? The answer may surprise you.

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2026 Toyota RAV4: New teaser images give a hint on what to expect from next week’s reveal

Australia’s best-selling passenger vehicle is set to receive a new version, with the sixth-generation Toyota RAV4 due to go on sale in 2026. Here’s what we know so far.