Car Reviews
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2027 Hyundai Staria Load Electric review – Australian launch (video)
Hyundai has expanded its Staria Load commercial van range adding a fully electric option, joining the existing turbo-diesel and hybrid variants. And unlike some electric commercial vehicles, the new Staria Load Electric doesn’t require buyers to sacrifice valuable cargo space…
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2026 Lepas L6 review – Australian launch (video)
Another new automotive brand has arrived in Australia, with Lepas introducing its first model, the L6 BEV. Part of the ever-expanding Chery Group, Lepas is positioned as a more premium offering, combining contemporary design, generous equipment and electric power. Priced…
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2027 iCaur V25 review – International launch (video)
Australia is about to welcome yet another new brand, with Chery Group preparing to introduce iCaur in early 2027. Its first model will be the V25, followed by the larger V27. Yes, another boxy SUV that combines retro-inspired styling with…
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2026 MG U9 EV review – Australian launch (video)
Not so long ago, the idea of an EV ute was both antithetical and a political football. Cries of it being out to ‘steal your weekend’ hit a nerve with some Australians, but a lot has changed in the last…
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2026 Jaecoo J7 SHS-P Track review (video)
The influx of new brands into Australia shows no signs of slowing, and with it comes an increasing number of electrified SUVs promising big value and even bigger travel range claims. Introducing the Jaecoo J7 SHS-P, a plug-in hybrid mid-size…
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2026 Kia Carnival GT-Line Hybrid review – Top 5 Pros & Cons (video)
Historically, the people mover segment hasn’t been well known for its kerb appeal. For decades, its primary mission has been to squeeze as many bodies as possible into a box on wheels, often sacrificing design and comfort in the process.…
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2027 Freelander 8 review – International launch (video)
It’s back. The Freelander name is making a comeback, but not quite in the way you might expect. Rather than returning as an entry-level Land Rover, Freelander is now a standalone premium SUV brand developed through a joint venture between…
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2026 Lexus LX 700h F Sport review (video)
There comes a point where simply adding more luxury stops impressing. Any cheap newcomer can do that now. Once you’ve already got acres of leather, whisper-quiet refinement and enough technology to rival a small apartment, the next challenge isn’t making…
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2027 Chery Q review – International launch (video)
The affordable electric car segment is about to become even more competitive in Australia, with Chery preparing to introduce its new Q electric hatchback in 2027 (also known as the QQ3). Set to compete against the BYD Atto 1 and…