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Bathurst 1000 drivers get ambushed by last-minute licence test before they can race – some fail, one has to use ChatGPT
Every driver competing in the 2026 Bathurst 1000 has been ordered to score full marks on a test, but some of the answers have left stars scratching their heads.
Tesla fights back against Australia’s “unfair tax” plan to grow EV charging network
Tesla has joined with several of the nation’s biggest electricity companies to blast a scheme that would install chargers on power poles.
Jaguar Type 01 revealed: The brand’s most controversial car ever is a 757kW electric grand tourer – and it’s coming to Australia in 2027
Jaguar’s reinvention has arrived with the 757kW Type 01 luxury GT that promises up to 720km of range when it arrives in Australia in 2027.
Get your best look yet at the electric BMW M3 as it breaks cover in official images
The first all-electric BMW M3 has been revealed to celebrate the production of the millionth vehicle from the M stable.
Mini Countryman Untamed Edition: New special looks rugged but Australia will miss out on the best bits
Mini’s largest SUV is getting a more rugged model with the Countryman Untamed due down under early next year.
Nissan cuts the price of its Ariya EV by an incredible $20,000
The move from Nissan reduces the hip-pocket hit for the Ariya to as little as $42,990 driveaway.
2027 Ford Everest Wolftrak joins Australian range with eye-catching makeover
Ford has brought the Wolftrak treatment to its popular Everest large SUV, adding distinctive green styling and extra towing equipment.
How Geely increased its Australian sales by 640 per cent in one year
Geely now features in Australia’s top 10 car brands, with all its models recording more than 1200 sales in September.
Revealed: The VFACTS figures that show just how startling Australia’s switch to EVs has become
Electric vehicle sales have more than doubled their market share in 12 months, as petrol and diesel sales continue to tumble.
Tesla slashes the price of Model 3 and Model Y cars by up to $3750
Tesla is offering discounts of up to $3750 on selected Model 3 sedan and Model Y SUV inventory as it clears stock ahead of MY27 arrivals.
VFACTS September 2026: Ford Ranger’s stunning turnaround takes it back to No.1 as the EV tide shows no signs of slowing
VFACTS September figures show Australia’s new-car market had 108,778 sales in September, up 0.9 per cent from the same month last year.
Leapmotor B03X launches as Australia’s cheapest electric SUV priced from just $29,990 driveaway
The new Leapmotor B03X will arrive in November priced below $30,000 driveaway, bringing up to 382km of range and plenty of standard technology.
Nissan teases new electrified product for Australia, expected to be plug-in hybrid ute
Nissan is preparing to reveal a new electrified model for Australia this week, with all signs pointing towards the Frontier Pro plug-in hybrid ute.
Drivers eligible to start claiming back thousands under new weekly toll cap
Motorists who have spent more than $50 a week on eligible NSW tolls since July can begin lodging claims from October 11.
XPeng X9 review: New people mover is five-star accommodation on four wheels – and luxury rivals should be worried
The XPENG X9 will be offered in two variants in Australia, starting from $89,990 before on-roads. Our mates at AutoExpress put it through its paces…
Revealed: The 10 most stressful Aussie cities to drive in – and one of them makes the world top 10
The results of the study won’t come as any surprise to locals in one famous Australian spot, but the most stressful place worldwide will come as a shock.
First NISMO Performance Centre outside Japan opens in Melbourne
The Ferntree Gully facility will give GT-R owners access to NISMO restoration expertise, heritage parts and factory-trained specialists, with more Australian centres planned.
Mazda prioritising EVs as CX-5 hybrid option takes a back seat
Mazda Australia no closer to confirming when a hybrid version of the CX-5 will finally make its way into showrooms.
Two trademark filings show McLaren could be striking out in a new direction with its upcoming cars
The news comes just after McLaren revealed a new logo… and plans for its first SUV.
Tesla sales surge in September as Model Y drives Australian EV growth
Tesla and Polestar deliveries jumped almost 20 per cent in September, with Model Y sales helping push their combined 2026 tally beyond 43,000.
Honda takes the wraps off the 2027 Civic Type R
Honda has given its Civic Type R a mid-life refresh, improving its chassis, cooling and cabin without messing with the hot hatch’s winning formula.
Chery confirms performance, towing and off-road specs for the Stockman ute
The Stockman will boast a mountain-moving 800Nm of torque when it makes it into showrooms.
Mitsubishi ASX VR-e detailed: New electric SUV is the fastest-accelerating car the brand has ever sold in Australia
Mitsubishi’s new electric ASX VR-e will arrive in four grades, with up to 342kW and 700Nm and a very quick 3.9-second claimed 0-100km/h time.
2027 Kia Seltos pricing: New-generation small SUV goes hybrid-only from $39,990 driveaway
The new-generation Kia Seltos will arrive in Australian showrooms this month with hybrid power across the range and a price hike of almost $7000.
