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William Stopford
GWM asserts its dominance in Beer O’Clock Hill off-road challenge
GWM has tackled Beer O'Clock Hill in a pair of plug-in hybrid SUVs, with one of them completing the climb even on regular highway tyres.
14 Days Ago
All GWM Tank 500 News
James Wong
GWM would "love" to bring new V8 engine to Australia
Even with big engines nearly extinct in mainstream segments, GWM is keen to bring its new 4.0T V8 Down Under, potentially with PHEV tech.
1 Month Ago
William Stopford
GWM offering savings on PHEVs
GWM is offering deals across most of its plug-in hybrid range, including discounts and free servicing.
1 Month Ago
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.
3 Months Ago
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.
3 Months Ago
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.
6 Months Ago
Derek Fung
2026 GWM Tank 500 plug-in hybrid pricing revealed
The plug-in hybrid GWM Tank 500 Hi4-T SUV will be the most expensive model in the range, but comes with a $2000 discount for early buyers.
6 Months Ago
William Stopford
2026 GWM Tank 500 PHEV detailed for Australia, and Ford and Toyota have no answer
GWM is bringing the Tank 500 PHEV to Australia before the end of this year and has confirmed key specifications... though not pricing, yet.
7 Months Ago
William Stopford
GWM Tank 500 set to get Cannon Alpha's PHEV system in Australia
A plug-in hybrid version of the GWM Tank 500 is due in Australia in October, and it's set to offer up to 120km of electric range.
7 Months Ago
Marton Pettendy
GWM upgrades its answer to the Toyota Prado – again
The GWM Tank 500 will offer one of two PHEV powertrains within three months, but the Chinese-market facelift is off-limits for now.
8 Months Ago
William Stopford
GWM Tank 500 diesel debuts, but Australians will have to wait
The Tank 500 large SUV is gaining diesel power in Thailand this year, but GWM's Australian arm is waiting for a more powerful engine.
8 Months Ago
Josh Nevett
GWM has more new SUVs coming to Australia in 2025
GWM will launch two new SUV models – the Haval H7 and Tank 500 PHEV – in Australia within a matter of months.
9 Months Ago
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.
9 Months Ago
William Stopford
2025 GWM Tank 500 Vanta prices: Chrome-heavy large SUV gets stripped of its bling
The GWM Tank 500 Vanta takes the flagship Ultra version of the large hybrid off-road SUV and adds a blacked-out exterior.
9 Months Ago
William Stopford
2025 GWM Tank 500 gets fresh face following software, suspension upgrades
After changing the suspension tune and making a raft of software changes, GWM has now topped off the Tank 500 with a fresh grille.
10 Months Ago
Damion Smy
2025 GWM Tank 500 PHEV to beat Prado, Everest in offering plug-in power in Australia
A plug-in hybrid Tank 500 will join the off-roader’s fight against Toyota LandCruiser Prado and Ford Everest – and a couple of powertrains are on the cards.
11 Months Ago
