Car News
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2027 Chery crossover ute revealed in patent images, confirms for Australia?
We reported over a year ago that Chery is considering offering two utes for Australia, including a conventional rugged-style option to compete with HiLux and Ranger, as well as a softer crossover-based option to push into a newer space. Well,…
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2026 Toyota GR Aurion imagined, 2GR V6 twin e-motor powertrain
In 2017, Toyota ceased manufacturing in Australia – an unprecedented factory closure in a western country. This event was triggered by the withdrawal of the Automotive Transformation Scheme’s (ATS) second wave of funding, which Holden was relying on to continue…
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2026 Skoda Kodiaq & Octavia mild-hybrid ‘mHEV’ confirmed for Australia
Skoda Australia has outlined a series of updates for the Kodiaq Select and Octavia Select ranges for 2026, with both adopting a new 1.5-litre turbo mild-hybrid petrol engine that offers improved efficiency while maintaining familiar outputs. In the Kodiaq lineup,…
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First Maserati MCXtrema set for Australia, 1 of 62 being made
Maserati has delivered the first MCXtrema destined for Australia, with a local customer taking handover of the track-only supercar at the brand’s Modena headquarters in Italy. Limited to just 62 units worldwide, the MCXtrema represents the most extreme interpretation of…
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BYD Sealion 5 now on sale in Australia, price from $33,990
BYD is expanding its plug-in hybrid lineup in Australia with the introduction of the new Sealion 5, positioning it as the cheapest PHEV SUV currently on sale. Priced from just $33,990 (excluding on-road costs), the Sealion 5 undercuts most electrified…
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Milltek announces performance upgrades for Ford Ranger & VW Amarok
Milltek Sport in the UK is offering new performance exhaust systems for the latest Volkswagen Amarok and Ford Ranger, promising a more distinctive sound and appearance without stepping away from everyday usability. The new systems have been engineered for the…
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Jaecoo J5 EV details confirmed for Australia, arrives January 2026
Jaecoo has locked in timing for Australia for its next all-electric SUV, as previously spotted, with the new J5 EV set to arrive in January 2026 in a single, fully loaded specification. Rather than a multi-grade lineup, Jaecoo has opted…
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Geely EX2 confirmed for Australia, arrives second half 2026
The small car class will soon welcome a new electric contender, in the form of the Geely EX2 which has been confirmed to arrive in Australia in 2026. It will join the existing EX5 and Starray in the local showroom,…
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2026 Toyota GR Yaris now available with GTS Aero Performance Package
Toyota has given the GR Yaris another performance-focused shake-up, introducing a new GTS Aero Performance Package variant that sharpens the already feisty hot hatch with motorsport-inspired hardware and a bolder visual edge. The new package leans heavily on lessons from…