Jordan Mulach
VFACTS May 2024: Hybrid and EV sales drive another record month
Another monthly new car sales record has been broken, as hybrid sales continue to rise, largely thanks to market leader Toyota.
2 Years Ago
William Stopford
How Toyota could get a Prado Hybrid in Australia
Toyota says it would need to be able to sell more than 10,000 Prado hybrids in Australia for the business case to stack up, and it's not sure if the vehicle is the right fit for our market.
2 Years Ago
William Stopford
Toyota says new emissions regulations didn't force its hand on hybrids
Toyota says it isn't going hybrid-only across many of its model lines in Australia just to meet new emissions standards.
2 Years Ago
William Stopford
Toyota RAV4, Corolla, Camry, Corolla Cross, Kluger go hybrid-only in Australia
Toyota is axing petrol power across some of its most popular models as demand for its hybrids continues to rise.
2 Years Ago
William Stopford
How the Holden Monaro was set up to fail in the USA
The Holden Monaro had the weight of expectations against it in the US using such an iconic nameplate as 'GTO', says GM's global design boss.
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William Stopford
SUVs 'a necessary evil', but sedans not dead - GM design boss
GM isn't giving up on sedans, and its global design boss says Cadillac will continue to offer them as it transitions to an electric-only brand.
2 Years Ago
James Wong
2025 BMW 1 Series: Next-gen hatch detailed for Australia
The next-generation BMW 1 Series has been detailed for Australia ahead of its local arrival during the fourth quarter of 2024.
2 Years Ago
William Stopford
Cadillac won't chase Bentley in Australia with ultra-luxury Celestiq
Cadillac's new Celestiq is an ambitious new handbuilt, ultra-luxury electric flagship for the brand, but Australians will miss out.
2 Years Ago
Jordan Mulach
2025 BMW 1 Series gets tech-heavy upgrade
The new BMW 1 Series is here, with the brand’s smallest offering growing in size and scoring new looks and revised engines.
2 Years Ago
William Stopford
Audi e-tron GT recalled for fire risk
Audi is recalling the e-tron GT as defective battery cell modules could lead to a thermal overload, sparking a vehicle fire.
2 Years Ago
James Wong
Suzuki Australia planning three new hybrid SUVs in 2025
Suzuki's local boss has confirmed the brand will launch hybrid versions of the Vitara, S-Cross, and all-new Fronx early in the new year.
2 Years Ago
James Wong
The latest on Suzuki Jimny wait times in Australia
Suzuki Australia has detailed current wait times for its ever-popular Jimny 4x4 range, with up to eight-month delays for some variants.
2 Years Ago
Tyra Lawler-Cass
2024 Kia EV6 deals: Finance offer joins crowd of EV deals
Kia is offering sharper financing deals on the two most expensive members of its EV6 electric crossover range.
2 Years Ago
Tyra Lawler-Cass
Ineos teases special new breed of off-roaders
Ineos' new Arcane Works service will allow you to customise your Grenadier, with the off-road brand teasing chassis and engine upgrades.
2 Years Ago
Jordan Mulach
Toyota Yaris Cross deliveries paused for Australia amid safety investigation
The effects of a Japanese safety investigation are being felt by Toyota Yaris Cross buyers, with Australian deliveries paused indefinitely.
2 Years Ago
Jordan Mulach
Ford hybrids are outperforming petrol cars in one key area
A growing number of hybrids are being included in Ford’s overseas model range, but don’t call it a transitional phase on the way to electric.
2 Years Ago