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New motor gives updated Tesla Model Y more grunt – and its range is up, too
Information gleaned from China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology shows the effect of the new TL2 electric motor on the upcoming Tesla Model Y.
Polestar 4 axes its most controversial feature with new SUV version
The Polestar 4 family has expanded with a more practical SUV variant, adding extra boot space, more range and – finally – a conventional rear window.
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New Lexus NX SUV goes all-hybrid and gets more grunt as brand axes other petrol-only models for Australia
The revamped Lexus compact SUV also introduces big changes to the interior to go along with improved battery tech.
Kia Australia’s new model onslaught isn’t over yet: Here’s everything the brand has coming up in the next 12 months
From a new hybrid Seltos to the next Sportage and more, Kia has plenty in store for Australian buyers through the rest of 2026 and into 2027.
Mahindra announces up to $10,000 in savings on its seven-seater SUV
Up to $10,000 is available in discounts on Mahindra products like the XUV700 aimed at easing cost of living pressures for customers.
Jaecoo J7 updated with more powerful plug-in hybrids across the range
Jaecoo’s Hyundai Tucson rival, the J7, has been updated with a revised model line-up and a new-generation plug-in hybrid system.
Geely adds all-wheel drive model to its Starray EM-i plug-in hybrid in a first for Australia
Geely has updated its Starray EM-i Toyota RAV4 rival with a new all-wheel drive option.
Hyundai unveils massive product renewal with Genesis and N part of 60-model spurt in the next four years
Hyundai will renew or update 100 vehicles including Genesis and N models, with a pickup truck in the mix.
Chery launches SUV-focused iCaur brand in Australia with the V25 leading the way
Chery will take its portfolio down under to five brands, with new models expected to arrive in showrooms next year.
ANCAP warns Aussies that a second KGM vehicle has been sold with missing airbags
For the second time in less than a week, a KGM vehicle has fallen short of meeting the features listed as standard by the manufacturer.
Spy shots reveal 2027 Kia Sportage’s Seltos-like new design
The first glimpse of what to expect from the next Kia Sportage has been caught in South Korea.
Aggressive Geely announcement flags big increase in cars bound for Australia
Detail in results briefing shows how Geely is responding to weakening demand in China – and it’s great news for fans of the marque down under.
The 2027 Hyundai Tucson is unveiled with dramatic styling and new tech
Hyundai has moved away from the curvy current-model Tucson in dramatic fashion, while also making the new model larger.
Leak reveals first clean images of GWM’s Ora 5 Touring SUV with extended range
The GWM Ora 5 Touring is significantly bigger than the current Ora 5, with a longer range – and that should be reflected in the price.
Nissan vows Australian comeback as new boss plots product-led recovery
New CEO Steve Milette says fresh Patrol, X-Trail and e-Power models will underpin Nissan’s recovery as it battles a 30 per cent sales decline and growing competition from Chinese brands.
All the new cars coming to Australia for the rest of 2026
Revealed: The best new models due to appear in Aussie showrooms and on our roads before 2027.
BYD drops prices on popular models by up to $4600 – but you’ll need to be quick
The BYD Shark 6 and Atto 2 are among the vehicles customers can save thousands on, with cashback offers also enticing buyers.
BYD Atto 3 Evo arrives: Pricing revealed for compact SUV as order book opens
The updated electric SUV retains two variants but brings substantial changes, including rear-wheel drive and a 510km range for the flagship Premium.
Nissan expands X-Trail range with cheaper e-POWER hybrids and Rock Creek flagship
Front-wheel-drive e-POWER variants lower the cost of entry to Nissan’s hybrid SUV, while a new seven-seat Rock Creek grade adds a more rugged look.
New Mercedes-Benz GLA revealed with hybrid and electric power as EQA bows out
Third-generation luxury crossover SUV adopts Mercedes’ new MMA platform, gains longer range, faster charging, more cabin space and arrives in Australia next year.
BYD Australia says June sales success won’t be repeated any time soon
BYD Australia has downplayed suggestions that it could topple Toyota’s new car sales dominance.
Which are the top 10 cheapest electric SUVs in Australia?
The price barrier for electric cars has fallen in the past 12 months, bringing them in reach of many more Australians. Which are the current 10 cheapest SUV models?
Mercedes-Benz updates GLE and GLS SUV ranges with more technology, new engines and sharper styling
Refreshed luxury SUV family arrives from November with MB.OS, Superscreen and updated six-cylinder powertrains.
Mercedes-AMG GLC 53: High-performance inline six SUV priced for Australia
Mercedes-AMG’s new GLC 53 is now on sale in Australia with a new 330kW turbocharged inline six-cylinder engine armed with an electric supercharger.
