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EV owners told to act now as cheap overnight home charging deal runs out
The home charging deal saw owners pay just seven cents per kilowatt hour as they stocked up their batteries overnight.
GWM Cannon PHEV arrives in Australia as cheapest plug-in hybrid ute
Australia’s cheapest plug-in hybrid ute offers 115km of electric range and 3500kg towing, with introductory discounts extended until November.
MINI marks famous 1966 Bathurst victory with limited-edition JCW
Just 26 examples of the $71,990 Lucky 13 Edition will be produced to commemorate Bob Holden and Rauno Aaltonen’s historic Bathurst triumph.
Chery adds a ninth brand for Australia with newcomer Luxeed – and this one ups the luxury factor in a big way
Luxeed will first make its mark down under with the opulent LLounge people mover, and there’s a hi-po SUV on the way too.
New Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake Aussie price and specs: Sleek wagon goes all-electric for the first time
The Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake returns to Australia with hybrid and electric powertrains, greater practicality and new technology.
Big shock for Aussie drivers as major toll road company shuts down for days on end
The company behind some of the nation’s biggest and busiest toll roads has gone offline and full service won’t resume for days.
Revealed: The shocking number of Aussies who have been put in danger by car touchscreens – as survey uncovers huge opposition to the tech
Touchscreens have become a giant bugbear for Aussie motorists, with a big percentage of drivers confirming the technology has resulted in a critical incident on the road.
Chery Tiggo 7 SUV gets a luxurious revamp – and a tougher off-road version that’s the first in a new line of vehicles
The Chery Tiggo range has been bolstered with the launch of two new SUV options in China this week.
Chery’s new Omoda X SUV is unveiled with thermal imaging tech that can spot kangaroos in the dead of night
Fresh from Chery’s Omoda Jaecoo sub brand, the Omoda X is set to rival models like the Hyundai Tucson and Toyota RAV4.
Footy legend Barry Hall chases a very different type of sporting success in an ultra-fast Holden Commodore
Barry Hall reached the pinnacle of the AFL. Now he’s pushing himself to the limit in motorsport.
Neil Crompton reveals the insult that tipped him over the edge as he breaks silence on being dumped from Supercars commentary
The sting of his exit from the commentary booth still hasn’t quite gone away for Neil Crompton.
Revealed: The pedestrian road rule Aussie drivers keep stuffing up
They’re a common sight on our roads, but many motorists make the same road rule mistake when they see a pedestrian refuge island.
Car rental company backs down after charging man a fortune for driving 29,000km in a week
The driver was hit with a $6500 bill for covering the impossible distance during a holiday.
Opponents of fully autonomous cars in Australia warn new tech could kill jobs and cost billions
Autonomous taxis could soon hit Australian roads, but a major transport union warns that it could threaten thousands of jobs and cost the economy billions.
Ever heard of Wuling? Chinese giant could be Australia’s next new car brand as it gets green light to sell BYD and Tesla rival down under
Yet another Chinese carmaker could be joining Australia’s crowded new car market, with the Wuling Eksion electric SUV receiving approval for sale.
Everything we know about the next-gen BYD Atto 1 after its official launch
BYD has launched the second-generation version of its cheapest electric car in China, bringing faster charging, more technology and a larger body.
Chery Stockman gets a very tough new look as brand makes deal to give Aussie off-roaders what they want
The Chery Stockman is a rugged bit of gear in standard trim, and now a full down-under treatment is also available.
Badly needed law change in one Aussie state is a huge boost for EV home charging
The new law came into effect on October 15 and will be welcome news for fans of home charging.
Bargain alert: Used cars from newer brands are getting cheaper fast – and some are now almost half their original price
A new report has revealed which used cars are losing value most, with newcomer brands and EVs offering significant savings for secondhand buyers.
BYD gets green light to sell gigantic ultra-luxurious SUV in Australia – and it should be the brand’s most expensive model
The Yangwang U8, the luxurious poster product of BYD, has been given approval to be sold in Australia, potentially giving a clue as to its local release.
Jeremy Clarkson unveils his ideal Jaguar – and big clues point to him growing some of the car on his farm for new TV special
Clarkson’s Farm has produced many golden TV moments – and now it might have produced “the coolest Jag in the world”.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class electric pricing and specs: New sedan aims for affordability but doesn’t skimp on power
Mercedes-Benz’s first electric C-Class will arrive in Australia in early 2027 with up to 760km of driving range, 360kW of power and a price north of $100,000.
Wheel clamp? What wheel clamp? Video shows motorist use tech in BYD SUV to drive off with no damage
The Denza B8 was able to lift its front wheel and make an escape despite the wheel clamp in a video that’s doing the rounds in China.
Subaru takes immense step towards producing its own EVs… finally
Subaru is developing its own electric vehicle platform with more power, lighter batteries and improved efficiency promised from 2029.
