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    Articles by Tom White

    Tom White

    Tom White

    Senior Journalist

    Despite studying ancient history and law at university, it makes sense Tom ended up writing about cars, as he spent the majority of his waking hours finding ways to drive as many as possible. His fascination with automobiles was also accompanied by an affinity for technology growing up, and he is just as comfortable tinkering with gadgets as he is behind the wheel. His time at CarsGuide has given him a nose for industry news and developments at the forefront of car technology.

    BYD Shark 6 2025 review

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    14 January 2025 by Tom White

    New 'affordable' RAV4 hybrid challenger which isn't from China? Next-gen 2025 Dacia Duster to introduce new hybrid system as Skoda-rivalling brand remains on the cards for Australia

    10 January 2025 by Tom White

    Romanian value brand Dacia announced a new plugless all-wheel drive...Read more

    Renault Megane 2025 review: E-Tech Techno EV60 long-term | Part 2

    8 January 2025 by Tom White
    In its second month with us, the Megane has racked up some serious time on the freeway, allowing me to really test out its range and efficiency, as well as become more accustomed to its various quirks. I’ve also had it accompany me on some more spirited drives to test out its sport driving mode and...Read more

    Top 5 Chinese cars we need in Australia, including a BYD Land Rover Defender rivalling 4WD, a big beefy GWM Tank off-roader and plenty of Tesla rivalling electric cars | Opinion

    5 January 2025 by Tom White

    I think it’s fair to say 2024 was the year where Chinese cars started...Read more

    New brand claims to be stealing buyers from BMW, Volvo and more, but how does Zeekr prove it is premium?

    30 December 2024 by Tom White

    Speaking to CarsGuide at a brand preview event in China, Zeekr...Read more

    Top 5 Japanese cars we need in Australia, including some must-have cars from Toyota, Nissan, Mitsubishi and Suzuki to rival the Hyundai i30, Zeekr 009 and more | Opinion

    29 December 2024 by Tom White

    Japanese brands, once the dominant force in the Australian market, are...Read more

    Tom White's Top 5 cars of 2024: From the BYD Seal to the Ineos Grenadier Quartermaster

    26 December 2024 by Tom White

    I feel like 2024 was the eye of the storm. It’s the year, which sits...Read more

    Is this Toyota's biggest test yet? BYD leapfrogs the world's biggest automakers in 2024 on the back of strong sales of the BYD Atto 3, BYD Seal and BYD Sealion 6 as it sets its sights on market dominance in 2025

    25 December 2024 by Tom White

    BYD is China’s most impressive automotive success story.

    Leaping...Read more

    How are they all going to survive? Big US style pick-up trucks, utes, 4WDs and Australia's favourite brands that will struggle under NVES | Opinion

    22 December 2024 by Tom White

    Modern emissions regulations are finally in force in Australia thanks...Read more

    'Not a threat at all': Why new Chinese brand is not concerned about intense 'Chinese premium' competition in Australia as Zeekr launches up against Xpeng, Jaecoo, GWM Tank and IM Motors by MG

    21 December 2024 by Tom White

    Zeekr, Geely’s luxury and performance arm, is the first dedicated...Read more

    Zeekr 7X 2025 review: International first drive

    18 December 2024 by Tom White
    Zeekr isn’t your average Chinese newcomer brand. Born from ideal conditions in the primordial automotive soup created in the blend between Geely and its Swedish subsidiaries, Zeekr promises European driving refinement blended with the rapid development cycles and intense technological focus of...Read more

    What does this brand offer that Aion, Smart, Jaecoo, Leapmotor and more don't? Hybrids and electric cars from Lynk & Co back on the cards for Australia after Zeekr takeover but will it be able to trouble Audi, BMW, Lexus and Mercedes-Benz?

    16 December 2024 by Tom White

    If you’re lost in a sea of announcements of new Chinese brands in...Read more

    Best electric cars arriving in 2025

    16 December 2024 by Tom White
    Electric cars reached a tipping point during 2024 in many markets, but Australia is still behind other countries that are experiencing a slowdown. This global slowdown combined with continued momentum in Australia is a potent combination, which is excellent news for new car buyers as a huge array...Read more

    Renault Megane 2025 review: E-Tech Techno EV60 long-term | Part 1

    9 December 2024 by Tom White
    French brands seem to be in a bit of a spot in Australia right now but the new electric Megane might be the beginning of a new era for Renault. Once quirky European alternatives to more mainstream options like Volkswagen , brands like Peugeot and Renault have experienced various levels of...Read more

    Toyota Prado alternative Australia needs: 2025 Haval H9 4WD begins sale outside China and receives a new 2.4-litre turbo diesel engine option - but does Australia have room for another Ford Everest and Isuzu MU-X rival?

    9 December 2024 by Tom White

    Haval’s flagship SUV, the blocky H9 off-roader has launched in markets...Read more

    How did your car score? 2025 MG ZS hybrid small SUV falls short in safety testing, but how did the Hyundai Santa Fe, Volvo EX30, Xpeng G6 and Jeep Avenger fare?

    5 December 2024 by Tom White

    ANCAP has released a raft of new scores for eight new models that have...Read more

    BYD's most affordable SUV one step closer to Australia? 2025 Atto 3 Up trademarked as Toyota Yaris Cross-sized electric car looks to challenge MG ZS EV, Kia EV3, and Hyundai Inster

    4 December 2024 by Tom White

    BYD has taken a step towards releasing what could be yet another...Read more

    Ford cancels electric car: BYD Atto 3 and MG ZS EV rivalling Ford Puma Gen-E EV axed in Australia as Ford doubles down on Ranger ute and Everest SUV despite looming emissions regulations

    4 December 2024 by Tom White

    After much speculation, Ford has quietly cancelled its plans to import...Read more

    The electric car Toyota Australia needs? Chinese Toyota bZ3C bests bZ4X with up to 630km of driving range and high-tech specs as potential rival to Tesla Model Y, Kia EV5 and BYD Atto 3

    3 December 2024 by Tom White

    Revealed at the Beijing motor show as one of three new electric...Read more

    Volkswagen Touareg 2025 review: R

    30 November 2024 by Tom White
    It’s big, it’s fast, it’s luxurious, Volkswagen’s Touareg has always been a stand-out large SUV. This one, the full-fat R is the latest take on the halo Volkswagen model. It has big shoes to fill. See, top-spec Touaregs in the past are hardly rivals to the Toyota LandCruisers and Hyundai Palisades...Read more

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