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Toyota recalls more than 16,000 Camrys due to issue with instruments, lights and indicators

Software fault with 2024-2026 Toyota Camrys has potential to increase the risk of a crash.

Line of cars stuck in heavy traffic on a wet highway, rain-soaked road and reflections visible, photo taken from inside a car window.
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Dozens of cars damaged by single pothole on Victorian freeway

A large pothole on Victoria’s Princes Freeway has reportedly damaged dozens of vehicles during the Monday morning commute, leaving motorists stranded beside the busy road with punctured tyres and damaged wheels.

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Mazda reveals first teaser for new CX-3 and hints at new styling, possible hybrid powertrain

The upcoming Mazda CX-3’s styling looks to borrow from the Vision X concept.

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Chinese maker that supplies Xi Jinping’s motorcade cars sets its sights on Australia

Hongqi, China’s oldest and most luxurious car brand, is set to establish its presence Down Under.

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Bugatti goes ultra-radical with outrageous one-of-one Destrier hypercar

The Bugatti Destrier is as much a work of art as a 1175kW tyre-fryer that’s likely to cost tens of millions of dollars.

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GWM expands electrified ute line-up with new Cannon Hi4-T plug-in hybrid

Mid-size PHEV ute combines 310kW, 750Nm, 115km electric range and 3500kg towing capacity ahead of Australian launch.

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Nissan Qashqai sets long-range world record for a hybrid SUV

As Chinese brands rush to secure world records for speed, range and more, Nissan has quietly covered a stunning distance for a hybrid SUV on a single tank of fuel.

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GWM melds long-range PHEV-tech with boxy off-road styling in its new Haval H10 SUV flagship

GWM becomes the latest Chinese brand to enter the premium three-row SUV arena, taking a sharp line on specifications to steal a march on its rivals.

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Mercedes-Benz reveals entry-level AMG GT53 4-door EV

The second generation of AMG’s flagship four-door coupe has had its most affordable variant revealed, with a performance boost to accompany its switch to all-electric power.

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Drivers paying strangers to take demerit points in growing illegal licence-saving scheme

Online listings are offering paid demerit point transfers as authorities warn false nominations carry heavy penalties.

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Porsche’s one-off Aussie-themed 911 Turbo S – with ‘See ya later, mate’ on the rear wing

Bespoke Sonderwunsch commission celebrates 75 years of Porsche in Australia with exclusive paint, handcrafted interior and artwork by Sydney artist Werner Bronkhorst.

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New car buyers more interested in heated seats than advanced safety, survey finds

Forget adaptive cruise control or driver assist systems. Heated seats are the most desirable new car tech, according to a recent survey.

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Mercedes reveals price and mile-long list of specs for significantly overhauled S-Class flagship

Mercedes-Benz has spared no expense to give its uber-luxurious saloon a huge, stylish and tech-driven update that goes far beyond a simple facelift.

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New survey reveals why almost half of Aussie drivers feel unprepared to make the switch to EVs

New information from Australian motorists reveals that non-EV drivers have serious hesitations about buying an electric car, but the lure of cost savings could motivate them to change.

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Toyota GR GT supercar range set to grow with track-honed and targa versions

Targeting a niche within a niche, Toyota has plans to spin off ultra-rare versions of its already low-volume V8 supercar.

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Mercedes claims a very niche Nürburgring lap record with its all-electric CLA 45 AMG

Merc’s three-motor EV gets around the Green Hell faster than a Ferrari 458 Italia.

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Compact EVs from BYD and MG top Aussie most-searched list as fuel excise relief ends

Drivers desperate to avoid pain at the pump have made small EVs four of the five most searched-for new cars in Australia.

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VFACTs July 2026: Australian new-car market posts record July as EV sales top one in five

July becomes the strongest on record for new-vehicle sales, with battery-electric vehicles maintaining more than 20 per cent market share for a second straight month.

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Audi lifts the lid on why the A2 e-tron will be the marque’s most efficient car ever

German giant unveils first look at hyper-frugal EV with aerodynamics playing role in driving down its thirst.

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Nissan reveals specs for new V6 Y63 Patrol – and when you can lodge your order

Twin-turbo engine derived from GT-R ups horsepower and torque as it replaces iconic V8.

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Mazda boss confirms all-electric MX-5 is on the table

CEO Masahiro Moro reveals ‘major challenge’ with upcoming model.

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Hennessey turns its back on hybrid tech for new driver-focused V8 Blackbird hypercar

Far from being dumbed down, this six-speed manual beast uses tech to deliver an incredible drive, not just sky-high power.

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Mercedes-Benz marks van milestone with limited-edition Vito anniversary model

Special Vito Crew Cab brings V-Class diesel power, extra equipment and limited production as Mercedes-Benz celebrates 130 years of commercial vehicles.

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Tesla Model Y drives sharp rise in July electric-car deliveries

Combined Tesla and Polestar sales more than quadrupled year-on-year in July, although the figures cover only brands reporting directly to the Electric Vehicle Council.