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2024 MG ZS EV pricing slashed as base model Excite returns
MG has brought back the ZS EV Excite with a more compelling price tag

The oldest ‘new’ cars still on sale in Australia
Meet the veterans of the automotive world; the enduring nameplates that have seen it all

Australia’s best-value electric cars by driving range
Which new EVs give you the best value for how far they’ll go on a single charge? We break down the numbers

VFACTS October 2023: New car sales hit one million year-to-date
More than one million vehicles have been registered in Australia in 2023 – the earliest result ever – with two months remaining

Five affordable SUVs to consider
If you’re in the market for a budget-friendly SUV, here are some of Australia’s most cost-effective options.

Opinion: Are EVs already a bust?
Slowing sales, tardy infrastructure and increasingly negative public sentiment suggests the shine has come off electric vehicles – or is this just the calm before the storm?

How long does it take to charge an electric car?
It’s a common question that can be complex to answer. We break down the charging times and limitations

How much does it cost to charge an electric car?
We outline the home charging and public charging network costs in this guide

Why are new cars so expensive in Australia?
Inflation, ouch. The entry price of new cars has increased between $1000 to $30,000 in just the past five years. Are there still any ‘cheap’ new cars?

How far can electric cars go in Australia? Full EV driving range list!
The ultimate list of every EV available in Australia and how far they claim to take you on a single charge

2024 MG 4 XPower: 320kW hot hatch matches Cupra Born pricing
New 320kW MG 4 flagship arrives with remarkably sharp pricing

VFACTS September 2023: Yet another record-breaker, EVs continue to grow
More cars than ever were registered last month for the third month running as supply shortages ease

Australians want more tech and safety features in new cars, study finds
An Australian survey has found buyers want more tech and safety, affirming the move from most carmakers to include more standard features for a higher price

Electric v Petrol: How much does it cost to charge vs fuel a car?
What are the running costs of an electric vehicle when compared to the internal combustion engined cars we’ve known for so long?

VFACTS August 2023: Record month for new cars, Toyota rebounds
New-car deliveries have beaten the August record as supply shortages continue to ease, with Toyota posting its best-ever result for the month

Are electric cars more expensive to insure?
Electric cars are cheaper to own, yet comprehensive insurance premiums are typically higher. We explain why and break down the differences

MG Australia boss claims five-star ANCAP requirements are “so high it’s ridiculous”
MG Australia has defended the lack of a full safety suite in most-affordable vehicles

2023 MG 5 pricing and features: Australia’s cheapest sedan
MG’s petrol sedan has taken its time to reach Australia, but it is now on sale with a headline starting price of $24,990 drive-away

2024 MG 4 electric hatch receives five-star ANCAP safety rating
The budget-friendly Chinese electric hatch has been awarded the full 2022 ANCAP safety rating, despite some weaknesses

VFACTS July 2023: New monthly record sees Ford Ranger stomp to victory
New cars were delivered in record numbers for July – all led by the Ford Ranger

Tidbits from MG: New MG3, reinventing the brand, deleted air-con buttons & more
Australian media recently travelled to China to drive a number of new MG models, and speak with the brand’s key executives. Here’s a few choice quotes from the trip.

Inside the dragon: the Ningde MG factory
MG takes us inside a cutting-edge mega-factory owned by the Chinese state – the largest, in fact, in all of Asia

MG design boss: ‘SUV trend will pass’, no MG ute planned
Design boss says the SUV will go the way of the minivan; confirms no dual-cab MG ute on the horizon – for now

MG: future 600kW EVs will recharge in ‘10 minutes’
Half-solid-state batteries coming next year; SAIC confirms its working on a battery even cheaper than LFP
