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Zeekr sees 7X become best-selling luxury medium SUV in latest sales results
Zeekr has achieved a milestone in Australia with its 7X electric medium SUV selling 973 units sold in April 2026, outselling rivals such as the Tesla Model Y for the first time.

Best hybrid models still to come in 2026
Looking for a new hybrid vehicle? There are plenty to choose from, but it might be worth waiting as these 10 new models are set to launch with a bang in what remains of 2026.

New ANCAP five-star safety ratings revealed for BYD, MG, Tesla and Skoda
The latest ANCAP crash test results are five stars across the board, including new models from BYD, Tesla and MG, and re-testing a Skoda.

Mitsubishi Outlander: Popular Black Edition returns to range
The popular Black Edition model grade has returned to the lineup of the Mitsubishi Outlander, adding black-themed styling and available from June.

Wheels May 2026 issue now on sale!
Toyota’s all-new RAV4 headlines a packed May 2026 issue, alongside a candid Jeremy Clarkson interview and the latest comparisons, drives and insights shaping Australia’s car landscape.

Hyundai’s EV sales surge on back of Middle East conflict
Hyundai Australia’s 2026 EV sales has already overhauled its total from last year.

Suzuki e Vitara arrives as brand’s first EV, priced under $50K
The brand’s new compact SUV, first introduced to Australia in the 1980s, enters a new, electric era, priced from $46,990 drive-away ahead of July launch.

2026 Honda ZR-V compact SUV pricing and updates confirmed
More hybrid variants and tech upgrades headline mid-cycle refresh for the compact urban SUV.

Best cheap electric vehicles to save bucks on the daily commute
High fuel prices are continuing to sting Australian motorists at the pumps, so here are five cheap electric vehicles to consider to reduce your transport costs…

Hyundai debuts futuristic IONIQ V in Beijing as China EV push ramps up
New electric SUV leads major product rollout, signalling a renewed focus by the Korean brand on localisation and rapid expansion in world’s largest car market.

BYD Sealion 5 updated in China with updated styling and larger battery for more EV range
Key updates have been revealed for the BYD Sealion 5 in China.

New CR-V will take the fight to RAV4: Honda Australia boss
Honda Australia boss Jay Joseph says the CR-V has the integrity of product, the price and value proposition, and the quality to be sitting neck and neck with RAV4 on the sales charts.

BYD Sealion 05: New-generation model to be revealed at Beijing Auto Show
The current generation of BYD Sealion 05 may be short-lived in Australia with the new model already revealed with both PHEV and EV options.

Chery teases new Tiggo V SUV ahead of Beijing auto show reveal
Family-focused model to headline brand’s Auto China 2026 showcase with emphasis on flexible interior design.

Toyota boss predicts plug-in hybrid will account for a third of new RAV4 sales
Toyota Australia expects plug-in hybrid versions of its best-selling SUV to account for around a third of total RAV4 sales.

Think all electric vehicles are boring? Here are 10 with soul
More people are showing interest in shifting to an electric vehicle but some enthusiasts find them sterile and boring. Can EVs like this selection change their minds?

GWM Haval H6GT: Australia’s longest electric range PHEV updated
The GWM Haval H6GT PHEV has been given a big interior improvement taken from the H6 with new screens and in-car tech, as well as even quicker acceleration.

Genesis GV60 electric medium SUV pricing cut significantly with mid-life update
A much lower entry price, upgraded equipment levels and updated styling are the key updates to the Genesis GV60, which is due in June.

The best electric vehicles still to come in 2026
2026 has been a banger of a year for new electric vehicle releases, but here are 10 more that we think you should be excited about.

New Toyota RAV4 goes on sale without ANCAP safety rating
Launch delays have resulted in the new Toyota RAV4 needing safety updates in order to achieve a 2026 ANCAP five-star rating.

Pricing confirmed for new flagship Toyota bZ4X Touring electric SUV
New range-topping Toyota bZ4X Touring brings increased boot space and promises 0-100km/h in 4.4 seconds and 488km of driving range.

Tesla Full-Self Driving approved by first European country
The Netherlands is the first European country to approve the Tesla autonomous driving tech, with more countries expected to follow.

Nissan reveals next-generation X-Trail, Juke, and teases new Skyline
Key new Nissan models such as the X-Trail and Juke have been revealed, alongside teasers of the new Skyline and XTerra models.

Australia’s EV boom is in full swing – here are the top 10 cars people are buying
As fuel prices continue to surge amid the Middle East conflict, Australian new car buyers are gravitating to EVs in ever-increasing numbers.
