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Euro 7 emissions rules could mean no more budget-friendly VWs and Skodas
Increasingly strict emissions mandates might spell the end of small entry-level combustion engine models from the Volkswagen Group

Toyota Australia boss has “no doubt” emissions target is coming this year
Although unclear on exactly what it will look like, Sean Hanley reckons a federal emissions policy could be in place before 2024

2025 Volkswagen ID.2 imagined, GTI/GTX hot hatch variant confirmed
The upcoming Volkswagen ID.2 electric hatch will be heavily derived from the ID.2all concept, with a front-drive GTI or GTX performance variant confirmed

2023 Lexus RZ electric SUV: Australian pricing and features
Lexus is set to launch its second EV in Australia in May, with the introduction of the RZ 450e

IPCC: ‘Feasible and effective’ climate action available now, including EVs
The United Nations body has reinforced the urgent need to reduce emissions now amid intensifying extreme weather and natural disasters

EU rules Mercedes must pay damages for diesel defeat devices
The EU has forced the German automaker to pay owner damages from alleged diesel emissions defeat devices

Fill ‘er up thanks: Hyundai unveils ‘Automatic Charging Robot’ for electric cars
Ridiculous? Not so fast… the Automatic Charging Robot will be perfect for avoiding terrible weather, and drivers with reduced mobility will be glad

2024 Ford Explorer EV revealed for Europe – could it follow the Mustang Mach-E to Oz?
A new-generation electric Ford Explorer has been unveiled this week, but any potential for a local launch is still to be confirmed

Chery details new hybrid platform set to underpin future vehicles
Chinese brand Chery has detailed a new hybrid-only vehicle platform set to feature in its upcoming vehicles, with a focus on the latest technologies

2024 Lamborghini Revuelto: Everything we know
Lamborghini has finally unveiled the next Big Lambo, known as the Revuelto

Open letter urges Australian Government to further prevent new fossil fuel projects
The open letter, signed by more than fifty environmental and climate organisations, was circulated in various national newspapers and is open to the public

Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170: 764kW, 8.91-second quarter-mile beast unveiled
The world’s most powerful muscle car has a new title, with a wild take on the Dodge SRT Demon that can reach 97km/h in just 1.66 seconds

Kia Concept EV5: Midsize electric SUV previewed
Kia’s smallest E-GMP-based electric car, the Sportage-sized EV5 medium SUV, will initially launch in China in late 2023

Ford F-150 Raptor & Bronco spied in Australia, both a chance for launch
Could these iconic models be sold here? Officially no, but a backdoor may be opening…

Isuzu Ute Australia gets new top boss
Junta Matsui taking over from Hiroyasu Sato after his four-year stint in the role

Mazda CX-9 discontinued at the end of 2023
Mainstay large SUV and previous COTY winner to be axed from showrooms as Mazda makes room for an influx of new models

2023 Mazda CX-80 confirmed for Australia
A new three-row SUV is heading to Mazda showrooms, but it comes at the expense of another lauded nameplate…

ACT becomes fourth state to introduce fines for blocking EV chargers
Four states and territories have now legislated against combustion vehicles blocking EV charging spaces

Smashed up Hyundai Palisade stopped by Vic police with no front
A Hyundai Palisade missing its bumper, bonnet, and windscreen was stopped in Sunshine on Saturday

2023 Chery Omoda 5 pricing and features
Chery has relaunched in Australia with the Omoda 5 small SUV, with full details confirmed ahead of its launch in late March

Audi to launch 10 new EVs in next three years; petrol A3 won’t live on
Audi is forging ahead with an electric push amid looming emissions mandates overseas by transforming its entire car lineup

ACT led electric vehicle sales per capita in 2022
Official data reveals Australia’s capital adopted more BEVs based on population, whereas PHEVs lagged behind last year

SsangYong Torres EVX Korean electric SUV teased
The oft-forgotten South Korean carmaker has teased a new tough-looking electric SUV

2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA and GLB facelifts revealed
The facelifted Mercedes-Benz GLA and GLB twins feature an updated look, new technology and more electrification