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Petrol prices could yet go higher… so which EV should you look at?
Fuel could still go higher in price as a result of the conflict in the Middle East. For many potential car buyers it looks a good time to ditch fossil fuel-powered vehicles altogether and buy an EV, so which should you be looking at?

Honda CR-V facelift adds new features, more hybrid grades
Honda has facelifted its CR-V mid-sizer SUV with new tech across the range, mild styling tweaks and a revised model line-up with more hybrid grades.

Tesla Model Y L now available to order in Australia
Tesla’s longer and more spacious new six-seater Model Y L is now available to order in Australia and is priced from $74,900 plus on-road costs.

Zeekr crosses to the dark side with 7X Black Special Edition
Zeekr is the latest car maker to launch a black-themed model with the 7X Black Special Edition now on sale.

BMW iX3: First debut from the Neue Klasse era priced for Australia
BMW’s Neue Klasse is officially here with Australian pricing and specifications announced for the groundbreaking new iX3 electric mid-size SUV.

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…

Tesla confirms six-seat Model Y L for Australia
Although pricing and launch date details are still unavailable, Tesla Australia today confirmed it’s larger, six-seat Model Y is set to go on sale in Australia.

The worrying trend for Japanese car brands in Australia
Sales of cars from Japanese brands in Australia are trending downwards in the face of a new-brand-and-model onslaught from China.

Next SUVs we’re looking forward to in 2026
From BMW to Nissan, Toyota and Cadillac, the next batch of SUV launches we’re excited to drive in 2026….

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.

Geely EX5 electric mid-size SUV adds more range, new features
Geely has added a larger battery to its EX5 mid-size electric SUV for more range, as well as new features.

Mercedes-Benz GLC 200 4MATIC AVANTGARDE special edition launched
Mercedes-Benz has added new features and driveaway pricing with the new special edition GLC 200 4MATIC AVANTGARDE.

Tesla Model Y L six-seater one step closer to Australia
Australia’s best-selling electric vehicle is set to expand with local approval for a three-row, six-seat Tesla Model Y.

Hyundai Elexio arrives as new mid-size EV SUV, cheaper variant also due in 2026
Five-seat electric SUV launches at $59,990 drive-away, with second, more affordable model confirmed for second quarter of 2026.

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.

2026 Nissan X-Trail: Details revealed for the updated version of the popular mid-sizer
The updated Nissan X-Trail has arrived in Australia with revised styling, new features across the range and longer service intervals.

New Mercedes-AMG GLC 53 revealed with shift back to six-cylinder power
New GLC 53 SUV and Coupé replace four-cylinder AMGs with a reworked inline-six and rear-biased performance focus.

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.

Tesla reveals tweaks to names for popular models
Tesla has rolled out a revised model naming structure in Australia to align with other markets. Could it mean the Standard models are coming?

KGM Actyon Hybrid: Latest electrified mid-size SUV launches in Australia
Australian mid-size hybrid SUV buyers have yet another option to choose from with the arrival of the KGM Actyon Hybrid.

Mazda CX-5 notches major milestone with five million sales worldwide
The popular mid-size SUV becomes Mazda’s third model to pass the mark as a new generation takes shape.

Tesla quietly kills some standard safety features in North America; Australia unaffected
Tesla to charge monthly subscription for safety and driver assist features previously regarded as standard.

Volvo will double down on hybrids as EV transition continues
Reinstated CEO Håkan Samuelsson says petrol-electric models will remain crucial for its customers, with major upgrades planned across the SUV range.
