Electric
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Video: Xiaomi YU7 GT breaks Nurburgring SUV lap record – 7:34.9
Chinese consumer electronics and fast EV-making giant Xiaomi has officially gatecrashed the German performance party, claiming the Nurburgring Nordschleife SUV lap record with its incoming YU7 GT. This follows the YU7 sedan’s Nurburgring record last year. Clocking a certified 7:34.931…
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Ford to revive Fiesta small hatch as part of ‘Ready-Set-Ford’ strategy by 2029
Ford has officially detailed a major product offensive for the European market, confirming the launch of five all-new passenger vehicles by the end of 2029. Dubbed the ‘Ready-Set-Ford’ strategy, the American manufacturer is heavily pivoting its design and dynamic focus…
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MINI considering tiny entry-level lightweight – new Rocketman?
MINI executives have confirmed the manufacturer is evaluating the production viability of the Rocketman. This is a sub-compact urban concept originally unveiled in 2011, to serve as a new entry-level electric vehicle. Speaking to Auto Express, MINI head of design…
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2027 Volkswagen ID. Polo GTI unveiled, first fully electric GTI ever
As previewed, Volkswagen has unveiled its first fully electric GTI model in the badge’s 50-year history, with the new Volkswagen ID. Polo GTI at the Nurburgring 24 Hour in Germany. Marking a major shift for the iconic performance nameplate, the…
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Stellantis, Huawei, JAC to co-develop new Maserati electric vehicle – report
Stellantis has issued a textbook corporate non-denial following explosive reports out of China that Maserati is negotiating a joint venture to build electric vehicles with tech giant Huawei and automaker JAC. According to Chinese outlet Yunjian Insight, the four-way collaboration…
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2026 Deepal E07 Multitruck review (video)
Love the idea of a stadium truck for the road? Well, the Deepal E07 Multitruck could be the closest thing; 600hp, long-travel and absorbent suspension, and properly fast. Obviously the Ford Ranger Raptor is the closest thing for serious off-roading,…
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Subaru Uncharted on sale in Australia, price from $59,990
Subaru Australia has confirmed specs and the starting price of the all-new Uncharted fully electric small SUV, which is available for pre-order now. The Subaur Uncharted is essentially a re-badged Toyota C-HR+ with fully electric power. It uses a 74.7kWh…
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Subaru Solterra, Trailseeker price cut in Australia by up to $4000
Like a lot of EVs lately, the price tags have been cut again for the Subaru Solterra, as well as the yet-to-arrive Trailseeker, in an effort to ensure these models remain competitively priced. Subaru says the changes are part of…
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2026 Hyundai IONIQ 6 N review – Australian launch (video)
The Hyundai IONIQ 6 N represents another major step forward for Hyundai’s N division, but more importantly, it might finally be the electric performance car that properly connects with driving enthusiasts. While many high-powered EVs rely almost entirely on neck-snapping…