William Stopford
Why the "Chinese Toyota" thinks it'll sell up a storm in Australia
GAC is the latest Chinese brand with grand plans for the Australian market, and it's touting its close collaboration with Toyota.
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Ben Zachariah
Australia no longer a dumping ground for old engines, thanks to emissions regulations – VW
The introduction of efficiency standards for new cars has helped change the landscape in Australia for the better, according to Volkswagen.
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William Stopford
Audi Q8 recalled for fire risk
Audi is recalling 33 examples of its plug-in hybrid Q8 as defective battery modules could lead to a vehicle fire.
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Max Davies
Alfa Romeo, Maserati team up to build special cars, performance tech
Alfa Romeo and Maserati have partnered to preserve and celebrate each brand's heritage, while also working on new tech and special vehicles.
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William Stopford
2026 Ford Ranger, Everest to lose popular engine in Australia
The popular Bi-Turbo four-cylinder diesel in the Ford Ranger and Everest is being axed in 2026, but there will be more V6 options and an updated base diesel.
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Marton Pettendy
2026 Mercedes-AMG GLC43 Carbon Edition brings more for less
Mercedes-AMG's entry-level mid-size SUV variant adds performance features and lashings of carbon for a lower price.
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Max Davies
2026 Subaru Solterra: Fresh-faced electric SUV priced for Australia
Subaru is bringing its facelifted Solterra EV to Australia with a raft of changes, including more range and power, but at a lower price.
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William Stopford
VFACTS October 2025 new car sales: Chinese brands, hybrids continue to grow
Chinese brands and market leader Toyota had a strong October, though there were some significant declines posted by other major players.
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James Wong
2026 Nissan X-Trail facelift locked in for Australia – with range-wide price hikes
Nissan has finally confirmed the facelifted X-Trail for Australia. The upgraded mid-size SUV will bring new tech and styling in early 2026.
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William Stopford
Here's what Jaguar could have launched, before its shocking reinvention
Jaguar's doomed 'British BMW' strategy, now scrapped, would have seen it launch new SUVs, a new sports car, and a new electric or six-cylinder XJ, according to its former head designer.
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Derek Fung
Audi A8: Future of pioneering luxury sedan unclear
With Porsche pivoting back to petrol and plug-in hybrid drivetrains, plans for the next-gen Audi A8 have been left in the lurch.
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William Stopford
Hyundai i30’s electric replacement spied inside and out with concept car looks
Hyundai could be retiring its long-running i30 to make way for this more boldly styled electric hatchback, due in 2026.
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Damion Smy
Diesel-electric LandCruiser, Prado and HiLux hybrids possible as Toyota commits to diesel power
As Toyota Australia prepares to release its first petrol-electric LandCruiser Hybrid, its parent company commits to developing diesel engines.
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James Wong
Honda closes the door on China-sourced Kia Carnival rival
It may be on sale in RHD Japan, but the Odyssey MPV won't be heading back to Australia for "a number of reasons", says Honda's local boss.
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Marton Pettendy
Toyota LandCruiser name to grace new car-based ute, SUV models – report
A Japanese report claims the Toyota LandCruiser family will grow with all-new pickup and SUV models based on a unibody platform.
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James Wong
Honda here to stay in Australia, sticking with controversial 'agency' sales strategy
Make no mistake, Honda isn't planning on exiting the Australian market anytime soon – according to global execs and the local CEO.
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