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2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE and GLE Coupe facelifted with new styling and features
The GLE and GLE Coupe large SUVs have seen a raft of changes, including revised exterior detailing, more screens and upgraded drivetrains.

Ford launches fuel card special offer to entice new Ranger, Everest buyers
The Ford Ranger and Everest are now being offered with cost-of-living relief special offers, including a $4000 fuel card.

Mercedes-Benz GLS: Flagship large SUV refreshed with new tech and engines
The luxury seven-seater receives revised powertrains, an upgraded cabin and advanced tech systems.

Which plug-in hybrids offer the longest electric driving range?
A plug-in hybrid can offer the best of both worlds for some, so which ones offer the longest electric driving range? The answer may surprise you.

What are the most fuel efficient vehicles on the market without a plug?
Dramatically cutting your fuel use is possible without buying a vehicle that plugs into a wall. Here are the most fuel efficient vehicles in each segment.

Hybrid vehicles can reduce fuel use during record high prices – so which are the best options?
The latest conflict in the Middle East has seen fuel prices spike and the possibility of further rises to come, so what are the best hybrid vehicles to lessen your spend on filling your car?

Toyota Kluger recalled with 34,000 vehicles affected
Toyota has issued a recall for a fault in 34,377 Kluger SUVs, which could cause the seats in the second row to not latch into position correctly once adjusted, and potentially move in the event of a crash.

Hotter Ferrari Purosangue V12 on the way
Ferrari is reportedly working on an even more powerful version of its first SUV – the V12-powered Purosangue.

10 great SUVs that fly under the radar
The SUV form now accounts for more than 60 per cent of new car sales in Australia but some gain more attention than others. Here are 10 quality examples you should know more about…

Polestar 3: Updated model with new 800V platform priced for Australia
An upgraded 800V platform, new computer processor and more standard equipment are features of the updated Polestar 3 due to arrive mid-year.

GWM Cannon plug-in hybrid ute confirmed for Australia as part of ambitious expansion
Chinese brand GWM confirmed 10 new models and an expanded dealer network will spearhead local ambitions after record-setting year.

Cadillac Optiq and Vistiq EVs priced ahead of imminent Australian arrival
Cadillac is about to triple its Australian range with the Optiq medium and Vistiq large electric SUVs due to launch soon.

Hyundai adds Palisade Elite as new entry point to its hybrid SUV range
Eight-seat Elite variant undercuts Calligraphy by $13,400 while retaining hybrid power and local suspension tuning.

Sales of petrol cars drop sharply in the EU as hybrid, PHEV and electric surge
The rise in popularity of hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles has seen petrol and diesel new car sales plummet in the EU

Denza B8 and Hyundai Elexio secure five-star ANCAP ratings
New plug-in hybrid and electric SUVs praised for strong crash protection and advanced safety technology.

Volkswagen prices Tiguan and Tayron plug-in hybrids for Australia
New eHybrid SUVs offer more than 110km electric range and DC fast charging capability.

Kia EV9 GT finally goes on sale in Australia as part of 2026 range
Kia’s largest EV9 electric SUV has been GT-fied with more power, adaptive suspension and more sporting styling inside and out.

Toyota Highlander BEV finally revealed as electric Kluger – but will Australia see it?
The next generation of Toyota Highlander (Kluger) has been revealed as a futuristic all-electric seven-seat SUV. But will it be sold in Australia?

Which are the most fuel efficient large SUVs in Australia?
Large SUVs are big business in Australia these days and while their size can put pressure on your fuel costs, these 10 are surprisingly thrifty.

How BYD plans to further conquer the Aussie car market: ‘We’re faster than any other brand’
Having overtaken Tesla in the Australian new car market when it comes to EV sales, BYD Australia has its eye firmly on further growth, and not just with pure electric vehicles.

GWM Tank 300: Plug-in hybrid version will land in Australia from March
A fourth drivetrain for the popular Tank 300 will launch locally in March with up to 300kW of power and 105km of electric driving range.

Tesla will kill the Model S and Model X to make way for robot production
Production of Tesla’s trailblazing Model S and Model X will end later in 2026 to make way for the company’s new Optimus robots.

Toyota teaser image sparks speculation about new SUV
Shadowy first image hints at a larger, boxier model that could finally give Toyota a true three-row EV.

Zeekr 8X: Plug-in hybrid SUV with 328km EV range revealed
The Zeekr 8X has been revealed as a new large plug-in hybrid SUV with up to 328km of electric driving range.
