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GWM prices new 3.0-litre diesel Cannon Alpha and Tank 500

New 170kW/620Nm diesel arrives next month as GWM bucks the Chinese-brand trend towards electrification and continues its push for a top-three Australian sales position.

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Ferrari Luce sells for a staggering $56 million at auction after becoming the Prancing Horse’s most controversial car

The stupendous price tag for the very special example of the first EV ever made by Ferrari could make it the most expensive new car in the world.

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Leak reveals first clean images of GWM’s Ora 5 Touring SUV with extended range

The GWM Ora 5 Touring is significantly bigger than the current Ora 5, with a longer range – and that should be reflected in the price.

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Lamborghini sets a new benchmark with 738kW V12 Revuelto SV

The famous SV initials have been used by Lamborghini since 1971, but none of those cars can compete with the Revuelto when it comes to outright power.

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Nissan vows Australian comeback as new boss plots product-led recovery

New CEO Steve Milette says fresh Patrol, X-Trail and e-Power models will underpin Nissan’s recovery as it battles a 30 per cent sales decline and growing competition from Chinese brands.

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GWM turns to diesel in ambitious push for Australian top-three

New 3.0-litre turbo-diesel for the Tank 500 and Cannon Alpha forms part of an 18-model expansion as GWM targets up to 100,000 annual sales by the end of the decade.

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Ferrari CZ26 revealed as one-off SF90-based supercar

Created for a US customer, Ferrari’s latest Special Projects model combines SF90 Stradale mechanicals with completely bespoke bodywork and a redesigned aerodynamic package.

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Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC Convertible unleashes 593kW V8 with the roof down

Supercharged flagship trades some of the coupé’s track focus for open-air driving, with revised suspension and extra body bracing.

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Mahindra Lifestyler ute confirmed for Australia as new HiLux and Ranger rival

Production version of Mahindra’s Global Pik Up concept moves closer to Australian showrooms, with a new ladder-frame platform and Scorpio-inspired design.

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Aston Martin Valen revealed with 625kW V12 and 344km/h top speed

Aston Martin’s most powerful front-engined model combines Vanquish underpinnings with unique carbon-fibre bodywork and extensive weight savings.

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Gordon Murray S1 channels McLaren F1 spirit into 507kW V12 grand tourer

Just 64 examples of the manual, V12-powered GMSV S1 will be built, combining a central driving position with a sub-1000kg weight target and more road-focused character than the S1 LM.

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McLaren McL 6GT previews manual V8 supercar due in 2028

M6GT-inspired concept pairs carbon-fibre construction with rear-wheel drive and McLaren’s first manual gearbox since the F1, ahead of a production version in 2028.

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New five-part Australian series, Precious Metal – A Love Story, to air on SBS in September

A new five-part Australian series about cars and the people who own them is set to air on SBS in September.

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New Zealand gets its own ultra-exclusive Porsche 911 GT3

Just five examples of the specially commissioned 911 GT3 Touring will be built to celebrate Porsche’s 50-year presence in New Zealand.

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BYD’s newest EV promises 1000km from a single charge and 600km top-ups in five minutes

The specs of BYD’s newest luxury SUV are hard to believe, but the Chinese brand claims 1000km from a single charge – enough to keep the average Aussie motorist mobile for a month.

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Ford clears the way for new cut-price electric ute to come to Australia

An all-electric Ford Fathom ute with a starting price of $40,000 could shake up Australia’s new car market.

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Genesis unveils GV80 Hybrid, opening the door to electrification in Australian range

Genesis moves away from its previous plans to go all-electric by unveiling a first with its large SUV.

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McLaren plots rapid model expansion as new era takes shape

CEO Nick Collins says McLaren will broaden its appeal, invest heavily in design and launch new models at a pace designed to surprise the market.

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Acura unveils stunning Nexera Vision concept car with a crazy “phantom” lighting feature

The more you look at the Nexera Vision Concept, the more you wish it was slated for production.

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Denza’s 850kW Z9GT grand tourer clears major hurdle to entering Aussie market as new specs are revealed

The BYD-backed Denza Z9GT should be making European luxury brands nervous ahead of its imminent Aussie launch.

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Aussies give factory Ford Mustang GT3 its first start in one of the world’s most revered races

Two very successful racing outfits from down under will make a slice of history for Ford at the Suzuka 1000km enduro.

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A new hydrogen-powered land speed record has been set by the most unlikely company

JCB is known for building tractors and earthmoving equipment, but that didn’t stop it creating history with a speed record at the Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah.

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Testing shows you can waste almost a quarter of the power you pay for when you charge your EV at home

The German study of EV charging has some important lessons for Aussie electric car owners who want to get the most bang for their buck.

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BYD reveals new 2027 Seal 06 EV – and a PHEV option that’s a huge change from the current car

BYD has introduced a new Seal 06 in China, despite only launching the current Seal 6 in Australia this year.