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State’s budget to deliver toll relief for motorists
Lower toll caps, scrapped administration fees and cheaper transport measures headline a NSW Budget aimed at easing pressure on household budgets.
Smart goes back to its roots with pint-sized #2 car preview
New two-seat Smart #2 promises big-car practicality, 300km-plus range and a return to the city-car formula that made the brand famous.
Take That star’s restored Kombi heads to auction
A rare Californian-converted split-screen Volkswagen Kombi most recently owned by Take That star Howard Donald is heading to auction after years of careful restoration.
Another major highway hit with speed limit reduction
Great Western Highway joins growing list of regional roads facing lower limits as authorities target crash-prone sections and communities question the approach.
Next Hyundai i20 N to add hybrid power to boost performance and lower emissions
Hot hatch fans have been disappointed with the recent news that the Hyundai i20 N is about to die, but a new version with a hybrid drivetrain will arrive soon.
Geely EX2: China’s best-selling car approved for Australia
Australia’s electric vehicle fleet is set to be bolstered by the imminent arrival of the Geely EX2 electric hatchback.
Alpine to debut ‘first true EV sports car’
French performance brand prepares its first EV sports car, targeting Porsche-rivalling performance while staying true to the lightweight character that made the A110 famous.
Kia PV5 electric van priced to take on traditional segment leaders
With a starting price of $55,990, the new all-electric Kia PV5 is priced sharply, ensuring it can compete with traditional diesel rivals, and offering a compelling switch to electric van power.
Subaru’s fastest-ever model arrives with new Trailseeker EV
New electric SUV delivers 280kW, 533km range and all-wheel-drive capability.
This all-new Mark 1 Ford Escort RS will blow your mind
Want a classic car that looks and drives brand new? Boreham Motorworks in the UK may have just the thing.
Tesla Cybercab driverless taxi specs revealed
Regulatory filings lift the lid on what to expect from Tesla’s two-seat autonomous taxi, first flagged in 2024.
BMW M marks 40 years of the M3 with NZ driving experience competition
BMW M is celebrating 40 years and almost 10,000 local sales of its iconic M3 sports sedan with a new competition giving someone the chance win a snow and ice driving experience in New Zealand.
Forthing Taikon 5: Australian pricing announced ahead of late June deliveries
There’s another new Chinese brand in town: Forthing, which will launch locally soon with the Taikon 5 medium SUV in either range-extender hybrid or EV forms.
Calls to expand proposed EV road user charge to all vehicles
NSW is looking to implement a road user charge for EVs, but the failure of a similar scheme in Victoria has led to calls for a broad overhaul of how roads are funded.
Porsche celebrates 75 years of UK sales with special ‘Earls Court’ edition 911 GT3
Just 51 owners will have the opportunity to get their hands on the Porsche 911 GT3 Earls Courl 51 Edition as Porsche celebrates its 75th anniversary in the United Kingdom.
Suzuki Jimny Rhino: Special edition off-roader released in Australia
There’s a new special edition of the Suzuki Jimny called the Rhino, which adds a number of cosmetic upgrades to the standard five-door XL model.
Geely EX5 facelift uncovered with more power and a shift to rear-wheel drive
Another update for the Geely EX5 has appeared in China with minor styling changes and a switch to a rear-wheel drive layout with a more powerful motor.
Former Top Gear, Grand Tour host Jeremy Clarkson reveals cancer diagnosis
The presenter revealed his diagnosis on Clarkson’s Farm, saying illness was detected early after recent health scare.
New Nissan Skyline is coming sooner than expected thanks to halved development time
Nissan is set to have an all-new, history-inspired Skyline sedan in time for the model’s 70th anniversary.
Chery’s first Aussie ute is christened with new name after public vote
Chery’s first ute finally has a name after a nationwide competition drew thousands of entries. It’s due on sale locally before the end of 2026.
2027 Audi A6 allroad debuts with RS6-influenced styling
The fifth generation of Audi’s all-terrain A6 wagon has been revealed with plug-in hybrid power and styling that previews the higher performance RS7.
Hyundai i20 N Shadow Edition revealed as last 100-unit batch of baby hot hatch
It’s the final call for the current Hyundai i20 N hot hatch, with a new 100-unit special Shadow Edition with new features marking the end of the road.
One in four Aussies warn other motorists about cops in the area, despite most thinking it could be illegal
A quarter of Australian motorists warn others about law enforcement by flashing their headlights, according to new research from Money.
New V8 headlines updated Mercedes-AMG GLE 63S and GLS 63 SUVs
A heavily-updated twin-turbo V8 promises better efficiency and smoother power delivery without impacting performance.
