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Chery could be about to trigger a price war for Australia’s cheapest EV

The BYD Atto 1’s claim as Australia’s cheapest electric vehicle could soon come to an end as Chery prepares its new challenger.

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Mercedes-Benz to open new Sydney CBD brand studio

Interactive city-centre space will host vehicle launches, special events and exhibitions as part of Mercedes-Benz’s expanding global Studio network.

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One of BMW’s legendary cars could be in line for a comeback

If the head of BMW’s M division gets his way, the legendary and somewhat mythical M1 might be on its way back.

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Accident repairs can cost up to 20% more for EVs – report

The cost-of-ownership benefits of an electric vehicle could come undone if you have an accident, new UK research finds.

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Polestar banned from US market due to Chinese ownership

US regulators have pushed Polestar out of the market, as the brand doubles down on its European focus.

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2027 Polestar 4: Price and specs revealed for updated EV range

Polestar has announced changes to the Polestar 4 EV for the 2027 Model Year as order books open.

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Australia’s most annoying driving habit revealed

A survey of more than 1000 Aussie motorists has uncovered the driving behaviours they find most frustrating…

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Cupra Leon VZx Sportswagon: Australian pricing announced for 245kW wagon

Fast wagon fans will have another choice in the market when the Cupra Leon Sportstourer VZx launches locally in the third quarter of 2026.

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Honda planning new adventure-ready hybrid SUV with the retro name of a cult favourite

Honda is planning to join the fast-growing field of off-road-ready crossover SUVs with a new hybrid SUV that revives a beloved nameplate.

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Hyundai’s next electric N cars set to mimic combustion engines more closely

Following the overwhelmingly positive customer reaction to simulated gear shifts, Hyundai is preparing for future N cars to deliver more combustion-engine sensory experiences.

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Cars every Aussie P-plater wanted – and the ones they had to settle for

The P-plate rite of passage for teens continues to this day, but for Aussies of a certain age, there was a moment in time when P-plate aspirations took a very particular form.

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Corvette ZR1X shatters Pikes Peak production car record

A 932kW hybrid Corvette conquered Pikes Peak, showcasing just how close today’s road-legal performance cars have come to full-blown race machinery.

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Former Jaguar design head says brand’s radical new direction ‘lacks beauty’

Jaguar’s former head designer, Ian Callum, has revealed his thoughts on the brand’s bold new direction.

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Skoda Peaq revealed as brand’s first three-row electric SUV

Skoda’s new flagship three-row electric SUV delivers over 640km of range and seating for seven in a package slightly larger than the Kodiaq.

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Nissan axes Qashqai EV development in latest cost-cutting measure

As Nissan looks to streamline operations, a key model in development since 2023 has been cancelled for a short-term gain that could prove costly in the long run.

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BYD’s newest electric SUV has a 900km driving range – and a massive 810kg battery

BYD’s newest flagship three-row SUV offers impressive EV range and a battery that weighs almost as much as a compact hatchback.

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A Ferrari with a manual transmission might not be as far away as you think

Ferrari CEO, Benedetto Vigna has hinted that a new car reveal from the legendary Scuderia is imminent around July 4, and it could be a manual 12 Cilindri.

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BYD Atto 2 DM-i: Coming plug-in hybrid expected to become cheapest on offer in Australia

Australia could soon have a cheapest new plug-in hybrid SUV with the new DM-i version of the BYD Atto 2, which has been approved for local sales.

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Volvo launches new auto pay feature to make EV charging easier

Volvo has introduced a new feature for the EX90 and upcoming EX60 that makes EV charging more convenient and easier than before called Plug & Charge.

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Renault Megane E-Tech updated with sharper styling and longer driving range

A facelifted version of the Renault Megane E-Tech electric SUV has been revealed sporting new styling, upgraded tech and a larger battery for 500km of range.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.