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The end of potholes? Monash engineers develop clever way to better map road damage

Crowdsourced data could give authorities a cheaper, faster way to detect potholes and manage road maintenance.

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Jaguar Land Rover cyberattack halts global operations; recovery could take weeks

Production and dealerships disrupted as hacker group claims responsibility, with recovery of systems potentially weeks away.

Features

Ford Mustang Dark Horse’s mission: Sydney to Hobart in 24 hours

Could you get from Sydney to Australia’s southernmost capital city in 24 hours? It’s not as easy as it looks given that 10 of those hours are on board a ferry. We try it with Ford’s muscle car of the moment, the Mustang Dark Horse.

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Mercedes-AMG unveils GT2 Edition W16 as ultimate track weapon

Exclusive limited edition packs more power than GT3 racers and debuts push-to-pass boost.

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BMW iX3 launches Neue Klasse Era with 800km range and radical tech

All-new SUV debuts sixth-generation eDrive, 400kW charging and digital “superbrains” ahead of 2026 Australian arrival.

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Volvo launches EX30 Cross Country small SUV in Australia

Rugged small SUV adds all-terrain features and outdoor-focused design to the brand’s electric line-up.

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2026 Genesis G80: New line-up revealed with all-black flagship

Refreshed sedan range introduces Signature naming, three variants and a monochromatic design-led G80 Black.

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Volkswagen confirms ID. Polo as electric successor to iconic supermini

Affordable EV to launch in 2026 with new platform, two battery sizes and hot hatch GTI variant.

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Porsche Cayenne EV to debut with ground-breaking wireless battery charging

Flagship electric SUV set for Munich reveal, introducing inductive charging alongside new styling and performance options.

Reviews

2025 Peugeot 5008 review: Stylish seven-seater brings class to the large SUV segment

Peugeot has likely fallen off the radar for many Australian buyers but the 5008 large SUV may remedy that.

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2026 Ford Ranger Super Duty: Rigorous water testing shows off its wading ability

Engineers validate 850mm wading depth with lab and real-world testing, including 27 crossings of Victoria’s Crooked River.

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Mercedes-Benz marks 30 years of Sprinter with limited anniversary edition

Only a limited number of the special model will be available online for Australian customers.

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Aussie state’s drivers face $1000 fines as new road safety cameras switch to enforcement

Mobile phone and seatbelt breaches to attract hefty penalties from October 8.

Comparisons

Ford Ranger Super Duty vs Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series: Spec Battle 

Ford’s Ranger Super Duty takes aim at Toyota’s long-serving LandCruiser 70-Series, promising greater towing capacity and modern features while challenging the LC70’s rugged, no-frills appeal.

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2026 Toyota RAV4: Aussie model line-up for much anticipated SUV confirmed

Sixth-generation SUV to add GR Sport flagship, PHEV powertrain and upgraded safety technology.

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VFACTS August 2025: Vehicle sales hit 100,000 as Chinese brands break into Top 10

BYD, GWM, MG and Chery among Australia’s leading marques, with SUVs maintaining dominance across the market.

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2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 e: Mid-size SUV expands the three-pointed star’s plug-in hybrid options

Mid-size SUV offers up to 132 km electric range, advanced tech features and customisable packages.

Reviews

2025 Volkswagen Golf GTI review: Stylish refresh for the hot hatch icon

The Mk8.5 Volkswagen Golf GTI successfully evolves the storied model after a half-decade of existence.

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2025 Mercedes-Benz G 450 d: Diesel addition to the Australian G-Class range

New six-cylinder diesel variant combines iconic off-road heritage with modern comfort and safety technology.

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Cupra expands Leon range with Sportstourer Wagon and hybrid options

Line-up to include mild hybrid, performance petrol and new plug-in hybrid Sportstourer from late 2025.

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GWM Tank 500 Hi4-T: Brand’s plug-in hybrid tech arrives in large SUV segment

Large SUV to combine petrol and electric power with mechanical 4WD, towing capacity and extended driving range.

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Kia K4 receives split ANCAP safety ratings

Five-star score for most variants, but base model without Safety Pack drops to four stars.

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MG HS drop in driveaway price, cashback offers on other models

Savings of up to $4,000 on HS SUV, plus cashback available across ZS and MG3 ranges.

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Leaked image teases Audi’s future design language ahead of Munich Show

Mysterious two-seat sports car concept expected to influence Audi’s next generation of models.