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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.

    2025 Tesla Robotaxi and Robovan finally revealed: Electric car pioneer promises the future but offers little detail on upcoming autonomous coupe and small bus

    11 October 2024 by Tom White

    Cupra Tavascan 2025 review - International first drive

    10 October 2024 by Tom White
    Perhaps you’re reading this review because you’re genuinely interested in an electric mid-size SUV and you’re not sold on the Tesla Model Y but you want something with a bit more attitude than a Toyota bZ4X. Well, the Cupra Tavascan is designed to fill exactly that niche. A sporty mid-size SUV that...Read more

    Volkswagen Tiguan 2025 review - International first drive

    7 October 2024 by Tom White
    Without a doubt, this is Volkswagen’s most important new vehicle. Roughly eight million Tiguan mid-size SUVs have been sold since the nameplate came into existence in 2007, and the one we’re looking at for this review is the first new-from-the-ground-up version in eight years. While it might look...Read more

    Don't count diesel out! Popular models such as the 2025 Audi Q5 and Q7 can survive Australia's new emissions laws well into the future despite rivals bowing out

    5 October 2024 by Tom White

    Australia loves a diesel engine, but with emissions laws finally...Read more

    Is China's answer to the Toyota LandCruiser coming to Oz? $100,000 GWM one step closer to Australia as the 2025 Tank 700 twin-turbo hybrid V6 off-road monster launches in its first market outside of China

    4 October 2024 by Tom White

    GWM has launched its most expensive vehicle for the first time outside...Read more

    Volkswagen ID. Buzz 2025 review - International first drive

    3 October 2024 by Tom White
    Retro is all the rage at the moment with manufacturers across the car world trying to replicate the success of smash-hits like the Suzuki Jimny. Who says, though, this has to be exclusively the realm of off-road SUVs? Certainly not Volkswagen, whose ID. Buzz we’re looking at for this international...Read more

    Mega $35,000 discount on electric workhorse! Price slashed on Ford e-Transit as the Blue Oval struggles to clear old stock of its LDV eDeliver 9 and Mercedes-Benz eSprinter rival

    2 October 2024 by Tom White

    Ford’s ailing fortunes when it comes to its range of fully electrified...Read more

    BYD's next move in Australia? Tesla Model Y and Kia EV6 rivalling 2025 Sea Lion 7 confirmed for right-hand drive production as the Chinese electric juggernaut expands its global footprint

    1 October 2024 by Tom White

    BYD has teased a new electric SUV set to be revealed at the Paris Motor...Read more

    Cupra Terramar 2025 review - International first drive

    30 September 2024 by Tom White
    Cupra is an unlikely success story. While other and much more storied European brands are struggling with the switch to electrification and the rise of new rivals from China, VW Group managed to score a win with its new Spanish performance marque. Perhaps the most impressive thing about Cupra’s...Read more

    A better equipped alternative to the Tesla Model Y for less money? 2025 Xpeng G6 electric SUV Australian prices revealed

    30 September 2024 by Tom White

    The importer of Chinese EV upstart brand Xpeng has finally put a price-...Read more

    2025 Haval H9 priced overseas: Could this affordable retro-styled alternative to the LandCruiser Prado be a hit in Australia as GWM looks to lock-in its lead over the Chinese competition?

    27 September 2024 by Tom White

    Haval has priced its hero model, the H9 off-road SUV in its home market...Read more

    2025 Zeekr X pricing and specs: Watch out Volvo EX30, BMW iX1 and Lexus UX, China's first premium small SUV in Australia could be on the money

    27 September 2024 by Tom White

    Zeekr, the first Chinese automaker in Australia to aim at the premium...Read more

    'The freshest premium model range in the market' Audi to overhaul most of its core line-up in 2025: New hybrids, SUVs and electric cars on the way to help German brand dethrone key rivals and challenge new players

    26 September 2024 by Tom White

    Audi has announced sweeping changes to nearly its entire range of cars...Read more

    New car sales slowdown coming? How Cupra's fully refreshed 2025 line-up including updated Leon, Formentor, plus all-new Tavascan and Terramar will drive sales despite uncertain economy

    25 September 2024 by Tom White

    VW Group’s sporty Spanish spin-off Cupra has had a meteoric rise in...Read more

    Skoda Kodiaq 2025 review - International first drive

    24 September 2024 by Tom White
    It’s time. Life is calling for a seven-seat SUV. The thing is, you don’t like to follow the crowd, and you’re not drawn by the Nissan X-Trails , Honda CR-Vs and Kia Sorentos of the world. You’re looking for something a little different, a thinking person’s SUV that stands out. There’s no better...Read more

    Why this could be the first and last Volkswagen Group electric car built in China for Australia: 2025 Cupra Tavascan headed to Australia to battle the Tesla Model Y and Hyundai Ioniq 5

    24 September 2024 by Tom White

    Chinese built cars aren't just from Chinese brands.

    Significant...Read more

    Next-gen Volkswagen Tiguan detailed: New 2025 mid-size SUV to lure buyers with turbocharged thrills and high tech as it aims to offer better entry-level value than Hyundai Tucson and Kia Sportage

    22 September 2024 by Tom White

    Volkswagen has detailed what the new Tiguan mid-size SUV’s range will...Read more

    Watch out Kia EV9! Cupra's upcoming large electric SUV to target global markets, possibly Australia, as it sets its eyes on US launch

    20 September 2024 by Tom White

    Cupra's Executive Vice-President for Research and Development Dr....Read more

    'To bet on EVs only is too risky!' Cupra plans to sell sporty combustion cars for as long as there are buyers

    18 September 2024 by Tom White

    Speaking to Australian media at the launch of the Terramar mid-size SUV...Read more

    Volvo XC40 2025 review: Recharge Pure long-term | Part 2

    16 September 2024 by Tom White
    As our XC40 Recharge completes its second month, it’s proving to be a total gem. Unlike some cars I’ve recently run as long-term testers, like the Fiat 500e and the Ford Mustang Mach-e , which both had to grow on me over time, this XC40 is an instant hit. It does almost everything exactly as well...Read more

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