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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.

Chery Tiggo 7 and Tiggo 8 secure 5-star ANCAP rating across 2025 line-up
Petrol and hybrid versions of Chery’s mid-size and large SUVs meet Australia’s top safety standard.

Škoda teases its new seven-seat electric flagship: Peaq to crown brand’s EV line-up in 2026
Seven-seat electric SUV builds on Vision 7S concept and signals Škoda’s next major step in design, technology and family-focused practicality.

Cars we wish were sold here: Cadillac Escalade
Cadillac transformed its image from 1980s’ Florida special to modern luxury with one car: the Escalade luxury SUV.

Lexus LX range to gain powerful new hybrid flagship in 2026
Lexus Australia confirms LX 700h hybrid for local launch, expanding the large SUV line-up to three powertrain options and retiring the Ultra Luxury grade.

Skoda new mild-hybrid Octavia and Kodiaq make fuel efficiency gains
New mild-hybrid drivetrains in the Skoda Octavia and Kodiaq have brought big improvements in fuel consumption.

2025-26 Wheels Car of the Year Top 8: Skoda Kodiaq Sportline 4×4
Skoda takes on stablemate Volkswagen with the 5+2 Skoda Kodiaq – value packed and designed to appeal to budget-conscious family buyers.

2025-26 Wheels Car of the Year Contender: Isuzu MU-X
Isuzu’s MU-X SUV delivers rugged, old-school diesel durability and true go-anywhere ability, but its agricultural manners and dated refinement make it feel trapped in another era.

Lotus For Me: Sneak peek at Eletre SUV plug-in hybrid with 1000km range
Pictures of Lotus’ electric super SUV with a new plug-in hybrid drivetrain, dubbed ‘For Me’, have been leaked online.

Mahindra Scorpio: Upgraded 7-seat SUV gets new safety features, more equipment
The Mahindra Scorpio’s new Level 2 safety suite brings AEB, adaptive cruise and lane-keeping standard, alongside comfort extras, lifting the seven-seat SUV’s value despite a $2000 rise nationwide.

Volkswagen Touareg Wolfsburg: Price; added features revealed for luxury large SUV
Volkswagen Australia has launched the Touareg Wolfsburg – a special version of its luxury large SUV to celebrate the final year of production.
