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Leapmotor B10: Range-extender hybrid tech added to fuel-sipping small SUV

Leapmotor’s new range-extender B10 pairs electric driving with petrol-backed flexibility, delivering up to 900km of claimed range from a single charge and tank.

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BYD teases new ‘Great Han’ flagship luxury sedan

A new flagship Great Han sedan from BYD’s Dynasty sub-brand in China has been revealed, with a low slung design and impressive driving range.

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BYD appoints Pickles as Australian auction partner to clear fleet vehicles

Three-year deal will see BYD fleet vehicles remarketed through Pickles as used EV demand continues to grow.

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Toyota’s chairman says he feels ‘very alone’ in the shift to EVs

Akio Toyoda says industry’s rush towards EVs remains a concern as Toyota continues backing a mix of powertrain technologies.

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British genius discovers yet another reason to own a classic Honda NSX

The Honda NSX already has supercar credentials in spades, but enthusiasts have discovered it also accommodates Honda’s quirky fold-up Motocompo scooter perfectly.

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Lotus targets Ferrari and Lamborghini with 745kW-plus hybrid supercar

Next-generation Esprit successor tipped to feature V8 hybrid power, all-wheel drive and advanced active chassis technology.

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You have to see this wild one-off Porsche 911 GT3 to believe it

A special edition 911 GT3 like no other has been revealed to celebrate the 15th anniversary of the brand in Moldova.

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Double demerits return for King’s Birthday long weekend crackdown

Police ramp up enforcement as motorists face tougher penalties in NSW and ACT over long weekend.

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Hyundai cuts Kona Electric and IONIQ 5 pricing by $8000

Hyundai has cut pricing of the Kona Electric and IONIQ 5 electric SUVs by $8000 as a lure for potential buyers.

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Audi Nuvolari: Shock 736kW R8 successor revealed

We thought that Audi had stopped making supercars when the R8 died, but it’s back with the Nuvolari, which uses a hybrid V8 making 736kW of power.

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Ford Mustang sedan just took a huge step towards production

Rumours of a four-door Ford Mustang heated up as a company exec hinted at a future for a more family-friendly version of Ford’s pony car.

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Lotus CEO lashes out at overweight sports cars but misses the elephant in the room

The head of Lotus has described sports cars over 1.8 tonnes as ‘mediocre’, seemingly taking a swipe at the brand’s own range.

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Car theft rates rise in one Aussie state… as the rest of the country improves

The state has become an outlier among Australia’s crime statistics, posting higher vehicle theft rates as other states improve.

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Urgent advice for drivers to check their car batteries as winter arrives

The arrival of winter often means we drive less, which can have an adverse effect on our car batteries. Australia’s oldest battery manufacturer, Century Batteries, has issued timely advice on what to do to ensure good battery health.

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GAC Hyptec HT electric SUV spied in Melbourne

The heavily-camouflaged photo appears to show the gullwing-doored GAC Hyptec HT in Melbourne.

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Aussie state moves to ease licence penalties for medicinal cannabis patients

Proposed reforms would allow eligible drivers using prescribed cannabis to avoid automatic licence loss, while retaining penalties for impaired driving.

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Sign of the times? Nissan factory set to build Chery’s cars

The door is open for Chery to utilise production capacity at Nissan’s Sunderland factory in the UK as the two brands begin talks.

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Rolls-Royce Spectre Series II boosts power and range, adds even more luxury

A large ‘Series II’ upgrade for Rolls-Royce’s large electric coupe has been revealed with even more power, a longer driving range and more personalisation options.

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BMW 7 Series: Specs and pricing for revamped model revealed ahead of late year deliveries

The heavily facelifted BMW 7 Series will launch in Australia in the fourth quarter of 2026 priced from $277,900 plus on-road costs.

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Large SUVs on shaky ground as competition increases but sales slide

Large SUV sales are on the way down in 2026, as sales of mainstream and luxury models drop almost 12 per cent.

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ICE cars face the same fate as horse transportation, says VW board member

A Volkswagen board member has made a bold prediction that combustion engines could join horses as the transportation of the past, while EV popularity organically grows.

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VFACTs May 2026: Electric vehicles hit record 20 per cent market share in Australia

Latest VFACTS new car sales figures show growing demand for EVs, hybrids and plug-in hybrids as petrol and diesel sales continue to decline.

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BMW M2 adds all-wheel drive option for the first time

The BMW M2 will be offered with all-wheel drive for the first time as an option, making it even quicker than RWD versions.

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BYD prefers its fast-charging Blade battery over hyped solid-state tech… for now

Solid-state EV batteries promise to be lighter, safer, and deliver longer range, but the world’s biggest EV manufacturer says they are not the best option.