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Ford turns to AI in bid to tackle mounting recall crisis

Daily engine tear-downs and predictive monitoring form part of quality push after record-breaking recall numbers.

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Hyundai’s new i20 grows up with SUV-inspired makeover

Next-generation light car adopts crossover styling, larger dimensions and upgraded technology as Hyundai targets changing buyer tastes.

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Lepas L6: Chery sub-brand confirms electric midsize SUV for Australia

The brand will launch its first EV locally before the end of 2026.

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New Honda Prelude is Australia’s best-selling sports car

The new sixth-generation Honda Prelude has rocketed straight to the top of the sports car sales charts.

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24 Hours of Le Mans: de Vries claims first victory as Toyota prevails in epic finish

Dutch driver and Toyota crew charge from 14th on the grid to beat BMW and Cadillac in one of the closest editions of the French classic.

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BMW unveils electric M3 Neue Klasse super sedan

Neue Klasse concept previews BMW M’s first all-electric super sedan, complete with four motors, radical styling and more power than any M3 before it.

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Kia Australia boss: Our range across segments stands us in good stead against new challengers

Kia Australia CEO Dennis Piccoli says his brand’s strong product range across a broad spectrum of segments is what will allow it to take up the fight to a growing number of challengers.

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MG2 compact EV teased ahead of Goodwood reveal

MG has a new city-sized EV coming to slot in below the MG4 Urban.

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Jeep issues global recall for 1.3 million vehicles over fire risk

Jeep has announced that overseas Wrangler and Gladiator owners are at risk, but the local impact is yet to be confirmed.

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GWM Ora 5 arrives in Australia ahead of first deliveries of the small electric SUV

GWM’s new small electric SUV has arrived in Australia with the first deliveries due imminently, priced from $33,990 driveaway for the entry level Lux.

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Geely’s newest hybrid sedan sets new efficiency records including 2.2L/100km fuel use

Geely is about to launch a new hybrid sedan with the world’s highest thermal efficiency and highest fuel efficiency.

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Luxury Car Tax changes offer modest discounts this year ahead of significant upheaval for 2027

Luxury Car Tax thresholds have been given a minor bump in 2026, indexed to inflation, but buyers may want to hold off until a massive overhaul of the system due next year.

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ANCAP releases new safety ratings for vans, including Kia PV5

ANCAP has given new safety ratings for active safety systems in vans under its Commercial Van Safety Comparison, with the Kia PV5 the latest model tested.

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Toyota’s next MR2 offers a tantalising supercar-style upgrade

As details of the fourth-generation Toyota MR2 come to light, the latest news hints at a radical rethink compared to its predecessors.

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Mazda Australia boss: New car competition is fierce but Australians still value brand loyalty

In the face of ever-increasing, and cheaper, competition from China, the boss of Mazda Australia told WhichCar by Wheels that Australians still value the familiarity of a brand like Mazda.

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Honda switching from dedicated EVs to multi-energy platform under new plan

Honda’s much-publicised Zero Series EV cancellation has opened the door to an all-new platform to support EV and hybrid development.

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Audi Q7: More luxurious and larger third-generation model debuts

A new generation of one of Audi’s most popular products, the Q7, has been made bigger and with more premium features than earlier models.

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Mazda Australia says there’s strategy behind offering a new CX-5 without a hybrid option

It’s a question that has to be asked – can the revised CX-5 thrive in a hybrid-heavy market without a hybrid powertrain – but Mazda’s program engineer is adamant that there is a specific strategy behind the manufacturer’s delay in releasing the car to market.

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BYD claims it will be the world’s biggest carmaker within five years

BYD’s chairman and president announced the company’s number-one goal at the carmaker’s recent annual general meeting.

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Porsche launches three one-off 911s as part of Toy Story 5 release

In a sign-of-the-times tie-in, Porsche has taken design inspiration from Toy Story’s lead characters for three new one-of-one special edition 911s as part of the Toy Story 5 release.

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Leapmotor B10: Range-extender hybrid tech added to fuel-sipping small SUV

Leapmotor’s new range-extender B10 pairs electric driving with petrol-backed flexibility, delivering up to 900km of claimed range from a single charge and tank.

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BYD teases new ‘Great Han’ flagship luxury sedan

A new flagship Great Han sedan from BYD’s Dynasty sub-brand in China has been revealed, with a low slung design and impressive driving range.

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BYD appoints Pickles as Australian auction partner to clear fleet vehicles

Three-year deal will see BYD fleet vehicles remarketed through Pickles as used EV demand continues to grow.

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Toyota’s chairman says he feels ‘very alone’ in the shift to EVs

Akio Toyoda says industry’s rush towards EVs remains a concern as Toyota continues backing a mix of powertrain technologies.