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    Articles by Tom White

    Tom White

    Tom White

    Deputy News Editor

    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.

    Trouble for the Tesla Model Y, Leapmotor C10, BYD Atto 3 and Kia EV5? Geely EX5 features confirmed ahead of local release as new Chinese electric car shape up to start below $50,000

    4 February 2025 by Tom White

    Leapmotor C10 Style 2025 review: snapshot

    3 February 2025 by Tom White
    The entry-level Leapmotor C10 Style arrives with a headline drive-away...Read more

    Watch out Kia K4 and Hyundai i30 sedan? BYD launches latest Seal 05 hybrid sedan in China, but will this PHEV with 2000km range make it to Australia?

    3 February 2025 by Tom White

    BYD has revealed yet another offering in its range of hybrids overseas...Read more

    Renault Megane 2025 review: E-Tech Techno EV60 long-term | Part 3

    2 February 2025 by Tom White
    Let’s not pretend: Renault faces something of an existential crisis in Australia over the next few years. The question simply is whether there is any room for French brands in our market given the explosion of more affordable alternatives to the mainstream from China, particularly on the electric...Read more

    Leapmotor C10 2025 review - Australian first drive

    30 January 2025 by Tom White
    We know the number one thing turning most buyers off going electric is still the upfront cost. This car, though, from yet another Chinese upstart brand, marks a new phase of electrification in our market. You see, this Leapmotor C10 electric mid-size SUV has reached price parity with popular mid-...Read more

    Another new Chinese ute? New brand could use range-extender EV tech to challenge BYD Shark 6, BYD Cannon Alpha and Ford Ranger plug-in hybrids as Leapmotor considers expanding into pick-ups and other commercial vehicles

    28 January 2025 by Tom White

    Leapmotor international’s head of product and marketing, Francisco...Read more

    From one to six cars in just three years? Leapmotor shares expansion plans with a range of electric cars and hybrids to rival MG, GWM, and BYD

    27 January 2025 by Tom White

    Leapmotor has shared details on its expansion plans as it tries to...Read more

    With so many Chinese brands, is good value enough? Leapmotor C10 targeting Toyota RAV4, Mazda CX-5, Mitsubishi Outlander buyers more than Tesla Model Y and BYD Atto 3 owners with incoming range of affordable electric cars

    24 January 2025 by Tom White

    You may have missed it, but the era of price parity for electric...Read more

    BYD Shark 6 2025 review

    14 January 2025 by Tom White
    In case you haven’t noticed we’re in the middle of a once-in-a-generation automotive extinction-level event. What started with the departure of local car manufacturing in Australia, has evolved into new car sales charts transformed by the arrival of electrification and the progress of hybridisation...Read more

    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

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