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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.
XPeng reveals timings of three new models for Australia
China’s XPeng will bring three new models to Australia’s overcrowded car market in 2026, including a futuristic electric people carrier.
Driven to Extinction: Volkswagen Touareg ditched in favour of the Tayron
Touareg’s imminent demise spells the end for Volkswagen’s premium push.
2026 Subaru Outback introduces Wilderness off-road sub-brand to Australia
The 2026 Subaru Outback has been launched in Australia with upgraded powertrains, larger dimensions and new off-road models.
2026 Ford Everest upgraded with expanded V6 availability, new base model
Ford’s large SUV has been updated ahead of mid-2026 deliveries with a new base model, new base engine and more standard equipment.
Jeep Recon: ‘Trail rated’ electric off-roader confirmed for Australia now revealed in full
Jeep’s all-electric Recon brings serious off-road credentials, removable body panels, big power and range, positioning it as a rugged EV alternative ahead of its Australian launch.
2026 Genesis GV80: Large SUV turns to the dark side with new Black variant and entry-level price drop
New additions have been made to the 2026 Genesis GV80 range with the entry-level engine returning to the line-up, as well as a new Black model.
Ford Ranger and Everest to drop popular engine option in future upgrade
The Ford Ranger and Everest siblings will soon receive a big powertrain upgrade with new V6 variants and the bi-turbo motor dropped.
Mercedes-Benz G 450 d: Diesel variant aims to appeal to a new set of buyers with greater off-road focus
Mercedes-Benz Australia is expecting the new Mercedes-Benz G 450 d to appeal to a different type of buyer than G-Wagen models already on sale.
Audi Australia adds new variants to A3, Q7 and Q8
New variants have joined the A3 small car, Q7 seven-seat large SUV and Q8 five-seat large SUV ranges in the Australian Audi lineup.
