Car News
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2026 Denza D9 announced for Australia, joins recent luxury EV vans
BYD’s luxury brand, Denza, is getting ready to launch a new VIP-style people mover called the D9. It’ll compete against the likes of the Zeekr 009 and GAC M8, as well as the Lexus LM. The Denza D9 is fully…
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2026 MINI Cooper 1965 Victory Edition confirmed for Australia
Want a hot hatch that is a bit special with more individuality than a standard build? Have a gander at this. MINI is celebrating 60 years since its 1965 Monte Carlo Rally win with a limited-run 1965 Victory Edition, limited…
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2026 Suzuki Vitara Hybrid confirmed for Australia, from $39,990
Suzuki Australia is introducing the 2026 Vitara Hybrid, adding 48-volt mild-hybrid assistance to its long-running compact SUV and bringing two new variants to local showrooms, with drive-away pricing. Both grades (the Turbo Hybrid and Turbo Hybrid ALLGRIP) use Suzuki’s SHVS…
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Hyundai Australia adds ‘Elite’ variant to 2026 Palisade range
Hyundai Australia has expanded its flagship SUV lineup with the introduction of Palisade Elite; a new range-opening grade that joins the existing Calligraphy and targets families wanting the full three-row footprint at a lower price point. Hyundai says Elite brings…
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2026 LDV Deliver 9 Campervan Series 2 arrives in Australia
Worried about housing prices and the rising cost of living? Well we might have just the thing for you. LDV has released details about a new-and-improved version of its Deliver 9 Campervan, known as Series 2, offering more features, an updated…
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2026 Skoda Kodiaq Select gets 48V mild-hybrid tech, on sale in Australia
Skoda is expanding its electrified offerings in Australia, introducing the 2026 Kodiaq Select mild-hybrid in five- and seven-seat configuration. Although the new powertrain is a mild-hybrid and not a full hybrid, it’s the first time the tech is being offered…
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2026 Renault Trafic van on sale in Australia, upgraded 2500kg towing
Looking to buy a new work van? Renault Australia has just announced the MY2026 update for its Trafic van, including bringing in a new nine-speed auto while improving economy and towing capability. The new model is presented in five main…
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2026 Lotus Emira Turbo Bathurst Edition announced for Australia
Lotus Australia is launching a very special edition of the Emira, called the Turbo Bathurst Edition. This is pretty much the business when it comes to track-day perfection. The special edition is based on the latest Emira, powered by a…
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Chery ‘KP31’ ute previewed in Australia, diesel PHEV confirmed (video)
Chery has unveiled its new ‘KP31’ ute concept, which will hit the market in Australia later in 2026. Although this is just a concept car, the production version is set to carry plenty of resemblance. The local arm debuted the…