New EV variant for popular hybrid sedan: 2026 Lexus ES breaks cover as completely overhauled rival to BMW 5 Series, i4 and Audi A6

New EV variant for popular hybrid sedan: 2026 Lexus ES breaks cover as completely overhauled rival to BMW 5 Series, i4 and Audi A6

23 Apr 2025 by Samuel Irvine

Lexus has revealed an all-new ES prototype at the Shanghai auto show, marking the first time the now eighth-generation sedan has been offered with the choice of a battery-electric powertrain. Read more
The Mitsubishi Magna at 40: how Aussie ingenuity changed the global face of family-sedan motoring and supercharged the Toyota Camry's rise to the top

The Mitsubishi Magna at 40: how Aussie ingenuity changed the global face of family-sedan motoring and supercharged the Toyota Camry's rise to the top

20 Apr 2025 by Byron Mathioudakis

In nearly 140 years of the motor vehicle, history records only two Australian cars that truly left their mark on the world – even to this day. ...Read more
German icon gets its classic look back: 2025 Audi A6 Sedan revealed as a more direct rival to the BMW 5 Series and Mercedes-Benz E-Class

German icon gets its classic look back: 2025 Audi A6 Sedan revealed as a more direct rival to the BMW 5 Series and Mercedes-Benz E-Class

17 Apr 2025 by Chris Thompson

Audi has unveiled the classic sedan version of the new A6, claiming it’s the most aerodynamically efficient combustion Audi ever. ...Read more
Mazda is back! Can the brand keep Ford off its back this year with updated 2025 Mazda CX-60, updated BT-50 ute and strong sales of the Mazda CX-3 small SUV?

Mazda is back! Can the brand keep Ford off its back this year with updated 2025 Mazda CX-60, updated BT-50 ute and strong sales of the Mazda CX-3 small SUV?

15 Apr 2025 by Tim Nicholson

Mazda seems back on track in 2025 for a bumper sales year. Read more
'Policy theatre': Australia's EV industry slams Dutton's plan to waive penalties for car brands that sell polluting petrol and diesel utes and SUVs under Labor's emissions scheme

'Policy theatre': Australia's EV industry slams Dutton's plan to waive penalties for car brands that sell polluting petrol and diesel utes and SUVs under Labor's emissions scheme

11 Apr 2025 by Samuel Irvine

Polestar Australia and the Electric Vehicle Council (EVC) have slammed the Coalition’s proposed plan to scrap fines for carmakers that exceed emissions targets under the New Vehicle Efficiency ...Read more
Bigger is better? Four-cylinder hybrid AMG C63 to be scrapped for larger replacement engine coming in 2026 facelift: report

Bigger is better? Four-cylinder hybrid AMG C63 to be scrapped for larger replacement engine coming in 2026 facelift: report

8 Apr 2025 by Chris Thompson

It seems the market has spoken, with Mercedes-AMG set to reverse its decision to downsize its hero C63’s engine to a hybrid four-cylinder. ...Read more
Iconic European car brand adds three new hybrid models in Australia, but will it be enough to claw back sales?

Iconic European car brand adds three new hybrid models in Australia, but will it be enough to claw back sales?

8 Apr 2025 by Samuel Irvine

Peugeot has added three new hybrid options to its Australian line-up as the brand transitions to a hybrid-only passenger car range. Read more
MG like you've never seen it before: 2025 IM5 electric sedan and IM6 SUV detailed for Australia as luxury sub-brand mounts fierce challenge against Tesla, BYD, BMW and Mercedes-Benz

MG like you've never seen it before: 2025 IM5 electric sedan and IM6 SUV detailed for Australia as luxury sub-brand mounts fierce challenge against Tesla, BYD, BMW and Mercedes-Benz

7 Apr 2025 by Samuel Irvine

MG's incoming luxury electric cars from its new IM sub-brand detailed ahead of their Australian arrival. Read more
How Ford, Holden and Aussie-built Toyotas could have not only survived but thrived if the Australian government had introduced tariffs again | Opinion

How Ford, Holden and Aussie-built Toyotas could have not only survived but thrived if the Australian government had introduced tariffs again | Opinion

6 Apr 2025 by Stephen Ottley

Could the Australian car industry have been saved? Read more
The electric car coming for the Tesla Model 3 and BYD Seal Performance: 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6 scores a refresh, with hi-po N Line and N grades confirmed for Australia

The electric car coming for the Tesla Model 3 and BYD Seal Performance: 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6 scores a refresh, with hi-po N Line and N grades confirmed for Australia

3 Apr 2025 by Samuel Irvine

Hyundai has shown off a refreshed Ioniq 6 at the Seoul Mobility Show, while teasing the long-awaited N Line and N performance variants. Read more
Electric Mazda CX-5 sibling nears! New Mazda EZ-60 electric car teased ahead of full reveal for the XPeng G6, Tesla Model Y and Geely EX5 rival

Electric Mazda CX-5 sibling nears! New Mazda EZ-60 electric car teased ahead of full reveal for the XPeng G6, Tesla Model Y and Geely EX5 rival

2 Apr 2025 by Tim Nicholson

After a slow start on the electric car front, Mazda is ramping up its EV rollout by teasing the next model due for launch. Read more
Is Tesla's FSD full of it? Full Self-Driving forced into embarrassing rebrand

Is Tesla's FSD full of it? Full Self-Driving forced into embarrassing rebrand

31 Mar 2025 by Andrew Chesterton

Tesla has been forced into an embarrassing backdown over a trial of its Full Self-Driving tech in China, with owners of Tesla vehicles reportedly accruing fines for disregarding certain road rules, ...Read more
BYD's new engine shock! New Subaru-style turbo boxer engine headlines unique performance hybrid YangWang U7 sedan as the Chinese brand takes aim at the Porsche Panamera, BMW i7, and Audi e-tron GT

BYD's new engine shock! New Subaru-style turbo boxer engine headlines unique performance hybrid YangWang U7 sedan as the Chinese brand takes aim at the Porsche Panamera, BMW i7, and Audi e-tron GT

28 Mar 2025 by Tom White

BYD’s ultra-luxury YangWang marque is about to launch its third product - a high-performance sedan, with a surprising flat-engine twist. ...Read more
MG heads upmarket! New IM5 sedan and IM6 SUV arriving in Australia in 2025 to take on Tesla Model 3, XPeng G6 and BYD Sealion 7 electric cars

MG heads upmarket! New IM5 sedan and IM6 SUV arriving in Australia in 2025 to take on Tesla Model 3, XPeng G6 and BYD Sealion 7 electric cars

25 Mar 2025 by Tim Nicholson

MG will take another swipe at Tesla and XPeng by launching the IM electric car sub-brand in Australia this year. Read more
Not electric yet! 2026 Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio to live on with hybrid twist as Italian automaker re-boots its range against BMW, Mercedes, and Audi

Not electric yet! 2026 Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio to live on with hybrid twist as Italian automaker re-boots its range against BMW, Mercedes, and Audi

19 Mar 2025 by Chris Thompson

Alfa Romeo confirms a new-generation Giulia and Stelvio on shared Stellantis platform. Read more
The most advanced Nissan you'll never drive? 2025 Nissan N7 launches in China as Tesla Model 3 and BYD Seal rivalling electric sedan

The most advanced Nissan you'll never drive? 2025 Nissan N7 launches in China as Tesla Model 3 and BYD Seal rivalling electric sedan

19 Mar 2025 by Chris Thompson

Nissan has launched its answer to something like a Tesla Model S - but here's why it won't arrive in Australia. Read more
Audi's big range refresh gets price-tags, but will new versions of old favourites help it be number one in 2025 against BMW and Mercedes?

Audi's big range refresh gets price-tags, but will new versions of old favourites help it be number one in 2025 against BMW and Mercedes?

19 Mar 2025 by Chris Thompson

Audi's refreshed range gets price-tags ahead of full details later this year. Read more
The car brands that need a Chinese makeover: MG is more popular than it ever was thanks to Chinese ownership and these brands need to be bought by the likes of BYD, Geely and SAIC | Opinion 

The car brands that need a Chinese makeover: MG is more popular than it ever was thanks to Chinese ownership and these brands need to be bought by the likes of BYD, Geely and SAIC | Opinion 

16 Mar 2025 by Laura Berry

MG recently celebrated its 100th anniversary, but the oh-so-British brand never would have made there if it hadn’t been saved and re-invented by Chinese auto supergiant SAIC Motor. ...Read more
Game-changing new EV with 792km driving range: 2025 Mercedes-Benz CLA marks new era for BMW 2 Series and Audi A3 rival with an Australian launch on the cards

Game-changing new EV with 792km driving range: 2025 Mercedes-Benz CLA marks new era for BMW 2 Series and Audi A3 rival with an Australian launch on the cards

14 Mar 2025 by Samuel Irvine

Mercedes-Benz has revealed its all-new CLA, the brand’s most technologically advanced EV yet. ...Read more
Luxury brute goes plug-in hybrid: 2025 Mercedes-AMG E 53 Hybrid price and specs detailed as Audi S6, BMW i5 M60 rival gains huge power boost, 100km EV range

Luxury brute goes plug-in hybrid: 2025 Mercedes-AMG E 53 Hybrid price and specs detailed as Audi S6, BMW i5 M60 rival gains huge power boost, 100km EV range

13 Mar 2025 by Samuel Irvine

Mercedes-Benz has revealed the price and specs for its all-new E 53 AMG Hybrid sedan as order books officially open for the upgraded model. Read more