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GWM says new 3.0-litre diesel won’t impact NVES targets

GWM’s local boss is confident sales of the brand’s EVs and plug-in hybrids will offset any NVES impacts of its new 3.0-litre diesel Tank 500 and Cannon Alpha

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New-look Volvo XC60 and XC90 hybrid SUVs get dramatic electric-only range lift thanks to battery upgrade

The Volvo XC60 and XC90 now sport batteries that wouldn’t be out of place on some entry-level EVs.

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2027 Skoda Epiq review: There’s nothing cut-price about the brand’s cheapest EV

Our mates at AutoExpress say the Skoda has kicked a huge goal with the Epiq, which has been confirmed for sale in Australia next year.

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New Chery E5 gets cabin and exterior upgrades including revamped seats and infotainment

Chery’s E5 electric small SUV will undergo a second facelift later this year, this time with new styling inside and out, and extra comfort features as standard.

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New Geely EX5 gets a surprising power jump, rear-wheel drive and a big space upgrade

The upcoming medium SUV from Geely comes with a treat for buyers who crave more grunt and room.

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The Leapmotor B03X should be Australia’s cheapest new SUV when it arrives down under. Here’s what it’s like to drive…

The Leapmotor B03X is expected to take it to the BYD Atto 2 and Geely EX2 on the price front when it arrives down under.

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Volvo gives the XC40 SUV a redesign and upgrade – with a cheaper version on the way for Australia

The Volvo facelift also extends to the electric EX40 and EC 40 models.

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10 Wheels Car of the Year winners you may have forgotten

Wheels Car of the Year traces an incredible history back over more than six decades. Some superstars stand out, while some winners are easily overlooked… as we approach another year of testing for the world’s longest-running car award, here are some of the lesser-light winners.

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Revealed: The surprising winners and losers from the world’s biggest EV battery life study

Austrian firm Aviloo conducted more than 50,0000 tests into battery life, with Tesla finishing towards the rear of the 20-car field.

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VFACTS August 2026: Record monthly battery electric sales lead the way as China’s domination of strong new-car market continues

Chinese brands were big winners once again, according to the fresh VFACTS figures, which show they occupy four of the top 10 spots.

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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.

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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.

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Bad news for Nissan fans as Qashqai SUV range is hit by price rises and flagship model gets axed

Nissan has also changed the standard specs for its small SUVs, meaning some are losing features.

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Honda head honcho wants to make incredible Nexera Vision concept a reality

The bold Nexera coupe was unveiled by Honda earlier this month. If you think it’s another pie in the sky concept, you might be wrong.

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Honda launches five-year plan with a massive hybrid-first product offensive

Honda is set to embark on a line-up overhaul that could see it join Toyota with a hybrid-dominant line-up.

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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.

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Cupra teams up with legendary German tuner to create limited-edition performance SUV

German tuner ABT Sportsline has been announced as the partner for a new limited edition of the Cupra Formentor VZ5, which is now available to order.

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Mazda CX-30 could go 11 years without a new generation as redesign is pushed back

New models from Mazda have slowed to a trickle, with news that a replacement for the CX-30 won’t arrive this decade.

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Mercedes GLB review: Overseas drive finds unique SUV is a huge upgrade on its predecessor

The second-generation Mercedes SUV replaces the current GLB and the EQB, bringing more technology, improved practicality and rapid charging.

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GAC EMZOOM Premium small SUV joins Australian range with sub-$25K price tag

New entry-level small SUV undercuts the existing EMZOOM Luxury, combining a 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine with a seven-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty.

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Aussie says driving Tesla Model Y for 40,000km cost him just $713 in electricity

The Tesla went on regular highway trips and DC fast-charging sessions as it clocked up the amazing numbers over three years.

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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.

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Bizarre Bunnings car park photo goes viral as owner comes up with a unique way to lug his shopping back home

Aussies have been left shocked and puzzled by an image of a Mitsubishi that was packed to the rafters with turf at an Adelaide Bunnings outlet.

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Mazda reveals first teaser for new CX-3 and hints at new styling, possible hybrid powertrain

The upcoming Mazda CX-3’s styling looks to borrow from the Vision X concept.