Hybrid
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BYD Atto 2 DM-i update announced, priced from $24,990
BYD Australia has aggressively rewritten the rulebook for plug-in hybrid (PHEV) affordability, officially pricing the incoming Atto 2 DM-i from just $24,990 before on-road costs. The razor-sharp pricing strategy not only undercuts the brand’s own fully electric Atto 2 lineup,…
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iCaur V25 spotted testing in Australia, due early 2027
An example of the upcoming iCaur V25 has been spotted out and about on Sydney roads, giving us an early look at Chery’s latest SUV brand ahead of its launch in 2027. We came across this silver V25 driving through…
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2026 XPeng L03 now on sale in Australia, price from $41,900
XPeng has confirmed the new L03 SUV coupe for Australia, with a starting price of just $41,900 and a choice of battery-electric and range-extender powertrains. Four variants are being offered locally, including the Power-X Long Range (range-extender plug-in hybrid), which…
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2026 Forthing Taikon 5 review – Australian launch (video)
In an Australian new-energy vehicle market rapidly approaching absolute oversaturation, launching an entirely unknown brand is a daunting prospect. Buyers are already spoiled for choice by established Chinese players, while a barrage of newcomers aggressively fights for the same driveway…
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Lepas L4, L6, L8 SUVs debut in Australia, another Chery sub-brand
Chery’s aggressive expansion strategy across the Australian landscape shows absolutely no signs of slowing down. Following a successful return to the local market that has seen them steadily climb the sales charts, the Chinese automotive giant is now rapidly multiplying…
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2027 Nissan Frontier Pro prototype spotted testing in Australia
A heavily camouflaged Nissan Frontier Pro plug-in hybrid prototype has been spotted testing on public roads in southern Sydney, providing the strongest indication yet that the PHEV workhorse is locked in for Australia to combat the influx of Chinese electrified…
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2026 Lexus NX 350h Sports Luxury review – Top 5 Pros & Cons (video)
The Lexus NX has been a cornerstone of the brand’s SUV lineup for over 10 years now, offering a gateway into luxury motoring with a strong focus on elegance and comfort. In hybrid 350h AWD Sports Luxury form, it leans…
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Ford Bronco Basecamp confirmed for Australia as new PHEV 4×4
Ford will bring the new Bronco Basecamp to Australia in the second half of 2027, introducing the Bronco name locally with an unusual range-extender hybrid powertrain and a strong focus on camping and outdoor use. Unlike the traditional body-on-frame Bronco…
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Forthing to add 3 new models in Australia, showcase MPV at Everything Electric
Nascent electric vehicle brand Forthing has announced it will expand its footprint in Australia beyond the newly launched electric and range-extended Taikon 5 SUV, to include three additional models; an MPV and two SUVs at “attainable price points”. Speaking at…