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GWM's bigger new turbo-diesel four will offer more torque than Ford Ranger, Everest V6

William Stopford

GWM's bigger new turbo-diesel four will offer more torque than Ford Ranger, Everest V6

GWM's new, larger-displacement four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine will produce more torque than Ford's V6, and only slightly less power.

5 Days Ago

GWM offering savings on PHEVs

William Stopford

GWM offering savings on PHEVs

GWM is offering deals across most of its plug-in hybrid range, including discounts and free servicing.

2 Months Ago

Which ute should you buy for under $60,000?

William Stopford

Which ute should you buy for under $60,000?

Australia's ute market is teeming with options, from popular mainstays to Chinese challengers. Which ones would we choose with a budget of $60,000?

3 Months Ago

GWM offering range-wide deals after record year in Australia

William Stopford

GWM offering range-wide deals after record year in Australia

GWM wants to hold onto the mantle of Australia's best-selling Chinese brand, and it's offering discounts across the range all January.

4 Months Ago

GWM Cannon Alpha ute, Tank 300 HEV and Tank 500 recalled

Damion Smy

GWM Cannon Alpha ute, Tank 300 HEV and Tank 500 recalled

The hybrid systems in three GWM models have been recalled due to a wiring issue which may lead to loss of performance.

4 Months Ago

CarExpert's top five ute reviews of 2025

Ben Zachariah

CarExpert's top five ute reviews of 2025

Utes are the second most popular new-vehicle type behind SUVs, and we tested plenty of new ones in 2025 – these were the best-read reviews.

4 Months Ago

Bigger new diesel engine to power GWM Tank 500 off-roader, Cannon Alpha ute

Damion Smy

Bigger new diesel engine to power GWM Tank 500 off-roader, Cannon Alpha ute

GWM has confirmed a larger-capacity new-generation diesel powertrain will make its global debut in the Tank 500 in Australia next year.

7 Months Ago

GWM Cannon Alpha recalled

Marton Pettendy

GWM Cannon Alpha recalled

Almost 2500 diesel, hybrid and plug-in hybrid versions of GWM’s Cannon Alpha ute could have an electric power steering wiring harness issue.

8 Months Ago

2025 GWM Cannon Alpha price and specs: PHEV here, hybrid axed

Jordan Mulach

2025 GWM Cannon Alpha price and specs: PHEV here, hybrid axed

GWM has revised pricing for its Cannon Alpha PHEV once again, while also axing the hybrid. Here's a breakdown of the range.

10 Months Ago

GWM Tank 500, Cannon Alpha owners getting safety system, drivability upgrades

William Stopford

GWM Tank 500, Cannon Alpha owners getting safety system, drivability upgrades

Previously announced fixes to various GWM Tank 500 and Cannon Alpha safety and chassis systems are now available to existing owners.

10 Months Ago

Australia's cheapest PHEV ute gets even cheaper

William Stopford

Australia's cheapest PHEV ute gets even cheaper

Only around a month after deliveries started, GWM has reduced pricing of its plug-in hybrid Cannon Alpha ute again.

10 Months Ago

Australia's cheapest hybrid ute axed as PHEVs take hold

William Stopford

Australia's cheapest hybrid ute axed as PHEVs take hold

The GWM Cannon Alpha Hybrid was one of just two full-hybrid utes on offer in Australia, but it's been axed now that a PHEV is on offer.

10 Months Ago

CarExpert Choice winner: Best Electrified Ute

CarExpert

CarExpert Choice winner: Best Electrified Ute

In a segment that has only recently appeared but is growing quickly and generating plenty of buzz, the GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV is our choice.

10 Months Ago

Why the GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV is a CarExpert Choice winner

William Stopford

Why the GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV is a CarExpert Choice winner

The GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV can tow and haul like a ute should, while offering generous electric-only range, good fuel economy and a luxe cabin.

10 Months Ago

Shark attack! GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV manages feat BYD Shark 6 couldn't

Damion Smy

Shark attack! GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV manages feat BYD Shark 6 couldn't

GWM Australia has conquered 'Beer O'clock Hill', which seriously damaged a BYD Shark 6 that tried to climb it, with its Cannon Alpha PHEV ute.

11 Months Ago

Which electrified pickup would you buy?

Max Davies

Which electrified pickup would you buy?

More utes with electric assistance are arriving in Australia by the month, and here's what the CarExpert team is watching closely.

11 Months Ago

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