Return of the GTi! When we’ll see Peugeot’s first EV hot hatch
It’s been almost five years since Peugeot last offered a hot hatch bearing its iconic GTi badge, but it’s about to offer one again – with an electric twist. The Peugeot E-208 GTi will make its global debut on June 13, the day before the Le Mans 24 Hour endurance race. The arrival of Peugeot’s […]
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Ferraris, Lamborghinis, McLaren seized in PBS fraud probe of Sydney pharmacist
A collection of exotic vehicles has been seized from a New South Wales pharmacist who allegedly made false claims under the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) for almost a decade. A Criminal Assets Confiscation Taskforce (CACT) led by the Australian Federal Police (AFP) has seized more than $20 million in assets from the 58-year-old pharmacist, who […]
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New BMW X1 special edition brings sportier look, extra equipment
The BMW X1 is the brand’s latest model to get a special Sport edition, bringing extra kit and a more athletic look. First customer deliveries of the BMW X1 sDrive18i Sport Collection are expected in the third quarter of this year. BMW is offering nationwide drive-away pricing of $72,900. For context, entry-level base X1 sDrive18i […]
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Mazda CX-60 to slide under $50,000 with new base engine
Mazda Australia has slashed the price of its CX-60 mid-size SUV, and now it’s confirmed an even cheaper entry-level variant is coming later this year. The new base engine in the CX-60 lineup will be Mazda’s naturally aspirated 2.5-litre Skyactiv-G four-cylinder petrol engine. It’s due for release here during the second half of 2025. “This […]
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BMW Speedtop: Limited edition V8 three-door shooting brake wagon revealed
BMW pulled the covers off the Speedtop at the 2025 Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este on the shores of Lake Como, Italy, this weekend. The Speedtop is a follow up to last year’s slinky Skytop convertible unveiled in the same location. The two cars are closely related, with the two vehicles sharing their doors, and everything […]
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2025 Ford Transit Custom PHEV price and specs
The Ford Transit Custom has only ever been offered here with diesel power, but now the cargo van is getting something its Toyota HiAce and Hyundai Staria Load rivals don’t offer. Two things, actually: a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrain, and an electric powertrain. Ford Australia announced pricing for the Transit Custom PHEV and E-Transit Custom […]
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How much does it cost to get your driver’s licence in Australia?
Getting a driver’s licence in Australia doesn’t just vary in process – it also varies significantly in cost depending on where you live. Below is the breakdown expense of a driver’s licence across each state and territory, revealing a disparity of hundreds of dollars between jurisdictions. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. […]
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2025 Mitsubishi Outlander price and specs
The updated petrol-powered Mitsubishi Outlander has received retuned steering and suspension, plus new equipment, but all members of the range are now at least $2000 pricier than before. The refreshed mid-size SUV goes on sale locally from June. Mitsubishi has yet to release local pricing and specifications for the updated Outlander PHEV lineup. Hundreds of […]
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Which Chinese car brands offer the best warranty?
There are a lot of new automotive brands arriving in Australia and they’re all making big promises. But Australian consumers can be a little wary, particularly considering that buying a new car – no matter how attractive its price tag and features are – is usually the second largest investment they will make after purchasing […]
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Australia’s Luxury Car Tax could be removed gradually – report
The Australian Government is reportedly considering a gradual phase-out out the Luxury Car Tax (LCT) to minimise the impact on vehicle resale values, rather than axing it in one fell swoop. The Australian reports the Albanese government is assessing a progressive lowering of the controversial tax after car dealers and automakers warned its sudden removal […]
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2025 Ford F-150: Delayed pickup to get new flagship
The Ford F-150 lineup is set to grow in Australia, with a new flagship trim level set to launch as part of a facelift for the American pickup truck. The updated F-150 was first revealed in September 2023, but now CarExpert understands it won’t be released here until the second half of 2025. The refreshed […]
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2026 Nissan Micra reborn as an electric hatch with an unmistakeable face
The Nissan Micra is back, and it has been born again as an electric hatchback with SUV styling. Revealed in sixth-generation form, the new Micra will go on sale in Europe in late 2025, but the bad news is it’s unlikely to come to Australia. The Micra is among four new electric models Nissan will […]
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Woolworths Everyday Rewards loyalty program extended to EV charging
Australian supermarket giant Woolworths has announced customers will be able to score Woolworths Everyday Rewards loyalty points whenever they use Chargefox. Woolworths offers Chargefox battery charging facilities at 20 of its stores nationwide – with 100 chargers in total installed – where shoppers can charge their vehicle while doing the groceries. “We’re always looking for […]
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Dashcam catches Queensland cop losing his cool
Queensland Police is investigating after an incident which saw one of its officers lose his cool after a motorist disobeyed an instruction to pull over on a Sunshine Coast road. The clip, posted on the 9 News Queensland Instagram account, shows the officer – complete in high-visibility gear and a helmet – walking from the […]
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How emissions laws finally forced Nissan Australia to launch another EV
Nissan’s local boss has admitted the company held off on launching the Ariya mid-size electric SUV until new emissions laws were introduced. Speaking to media including CarExpert at the Nissan Casting Australia Plant in Victoria, Nissan Oceania boss Andrew Humberstone explained the NVES [New Vehicle Efficiency Standard] played a key factor in the timing of […]
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2025 Chery C5 price and specs
The Chery C5 replaces the Chery Omoda 5, wearing revised front-end styling and incorporating some key changes under the skin. Arriving in Chery Australia showrooms this month, the renamed and upgraded small SUV replaces the model with which the Chinese brand single-handedly relaunched itself Down Under in 2023. While the C5 sticks with the Omoda […]
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2026 Toyota RAV4: Rugged exterior teased just ahead of launch
We’re just a day-and-a-half from the launch of the sixth-generation Toyota RAV4, and the automaker has provided some extra photos showing parts of the all-new mid-size SUV’s exterior. As we saw in an earlier leak from China, as well as last week’s interior teaser, the new RAV4 is a gentle evolution of today’s model that […]
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Nissan considering closing factories in Japan, Mexico, South Africa and Argentina – report
Last week Nissan announced a staggering ¥670.9 billion (A$7.1bn) loss, and to help turn things around the company announced it would close seven factories, leading to fevered speculation as to which plants would get the chop. According to the Re:Nissan turnaround plan announced last week, seven unnamed factories will be closed by March 2028. Sources […]
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Which luxury electric SUV should you buy in 2025?
These cars may be especially niche in the Australian market, but we’ve had luxury electric SUVs on the mind as of late. CarExpert last week picked up the keys to its specially built Porsche Macan EV long-term loan car (more on that soon), and we’ve had several relevant reviews go live, including those for the […]
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Every dual-cab ute coming to Australia in 2025
A dual-cab ute has sat at the top of the Australian sales charts for almost a decade, the Toyota HiLux taking the number one spot in 2016 and holding onto it until the Ford Ranger nabbed it in 2023 and 2024. Three of the best sellers last year were dual cabs, with the Isuzu D-Max […]
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Which plug-in hybrids offer the longest EV range in Australia?
Plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) are now more popular in Australia than they’ve ever been, with a strong uptick in sales during the first few months of 2025 in particular, thanks in part to the end of generous fringe benefits tax (FBT) breaks for novated lease customers in April. A total of 13,698 PHEVs were delivered […]
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Range-extender EV powertrains are making a comeback – here’s why
After it almost became extinct, extended-range electric vehicle (EREV) technology is undergoing a resurgence, and not just in the form of new models from automakers including Ford, Mazda, Ram, Genesis, BYD, Deepal and Leapmotor. At least two powertrain suppliers recently revealed new EREV systems that can be retrofitted to existing battery-electric vehicles (EVs), effectively turning […]
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Cheapest Tesla Model 3 gets longer driving range
The entry-level Tesla Model 3 RWD has received a bump in range for no extra money. It now has a claimed electric driving range of 520km (WLTP) thanks to the fitment of the same 62.5kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery from CATL offered in the Tesla Model Y RWD. It compares to the previous 60kWh […]
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Nissan Qashqai factory saved, no word on Australian plant’s future
Nissan has confirmed its UK factory in Sunderland – where several models including the Nissan Qashqai small SUV are made for Australia – will not be one of the seven plants the Japanese automaker intends to close by March 31, 2027. Nissan Australia would not comment on the future of its casting plant in Dandenong, […]
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Apple CarPlay Ultra debuts in Aston Martin models
Apple’s new, more expansive CarPlay smartphone mirroring tech is coming in time for Christmas… provided you have an Aston Martin. Apple CarPlay Ultra sees the tech giant’s interface applied not only to the infotainment screen of a vehicle, but also to its digital instrument cluster. Aston Martin is the first auto brand to feature the […]
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Mazda joins other automakers to withhold profit guidance
Mazda has announced it won’t issue a profit forecast for the next financial year given volatility in the United States (US), despite reporting an increase in sales, revenue and profit over the past 12 months. The Japanese automaker joins a growing number of automakers including Mercedes-Benz, Ford, Volvo, Volkswagen and Stellantis in withdrawing or delaying […]
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2025 Skoda Elroq pricing: Czech EV to undercut ID.4 and Model Y
Skoda Australia has confirmed preliminary details of its upcoming Elroq electric SUV, ahead of a sales launch in September. A pair of variants will be available at launch – the 85 Select and 130 Edition – with prices starting from $54,990 and $64,990 respectively, both before on-road costs. That puts the European-made Elroq smack bang […]
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Rezvani Knight: Lamborghini Urus turned up to 11 with optional armour kit
The new Rezvani Knight is an Italian bull dressed up in outrageous American armour. If you own a Lamborghini Urus and have at least US$149,000 (A$232,000) lying around, Rezvani will strip it down and dress it up in an all-new carbon-fibre suit that wouldn’t look out of place in a Mad Max movie. Hundreds of […]
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“The problem is Elon”: Tesla employees demand Musk resign
A group of employees from electric carmaker Tesla have written an open letter to company CEO Elon Musk demanding he step down – with at least one worker claiming he was fired as a result. The letter was posted on a website called Tesla Employees Against Elon, with the site’s homepage including the sub-head ‘Tesla […]
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Europe relaxes CO2 emissions rules in win for carmakers
The European Union is about to approve changes to its CO2 emissions compliance rules for car manufacturers, which could save them billions of euros in fines. At the end of last week, the European Parliament approved a change that permits manufacturers to meet their CO2 targets in 2025, 2026 and 2027 by averaging their emissions […]
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Tesla Australia welcomes more EV competition despite sales slump
Tesla may be Australia’s number-one electric vehicle (EV) brand, but it has entered 2025 weakened as more rivals seem to arrive every day. Nevertheless, the company says fiercer competition is a good thing for the industry. The American brand’s sales have been in decline for the past 12 months, during which time several rival manufacturers […]
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2026 Subaru Forester review: Quick drive
The new Subaru Forester has finally arrived in Australia, but the redesigned mid-size SUVs you see here aren’t for sale. The sixth-generation Forester was released in the United States some time ago, and we’ve briefly driven one in the United Kingdom. No we’ve had the opportunity to drive it on home turf, but not on […]
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Which small European car would you buy?
Many European cars hold icon status around the world, and while Australia is undeniably a ute and SUV market, there are still people who want something smaller and more premium. Despite that, we’ve reported multiple times in recent months that some European brands are ending production of their smallest cars. This includes news the Mercedes-Benz […]
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2026 Kia Carnival price and specs
The Kia Carnival lineup has been expanded, with its hybrid powertrain now available in two additional model grades. This gives the Carnival Hybrid range a base price more than $20,000 lower than before. There are still five trim levels starting with the Carnival S, Sport, Sport+, GT-Line Lite, and highest-spec GT-Line all subject to a $420 price rise for […]
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2026 Range Rover Velar to become genre-bending ‘Road Rover’ – report
The next-generation Range Rover Velar, due to be unveiled in 2026, will become more car-like with a unique, lower-to-the-ground body channeling JLR’s previous ‘Road Rover’ concept that never saw the light of day. A report from Autocar suggests a new lower, car-like body is in the works for the second-generation Velar, following the current model’s […]
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Why this major carmaker thinks in-car screens have reached their peak
In this era of wall-to-wall screens, you’d be forgiven for thinking in-car displays are taking over automotive interiors, and that buttons and switches are going the way of the dodo. Hyundai reckons that’s not the case. “We will see a return of the analogue, and the reduction of screens. It’s going to take one or […]
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2025 Kia Tasman review: Prototype off-road drive
Who would have thought a dual-cab ute from a mainstream Korean brand would be the most talked-about new vehicle of the year. The 2025 Kia Tasman is the company’s first proper attempt at a dual-cab ute, aiming to capitalise on the ever-enduring of pickups in the Australian market and other parts of the world. It’s […]
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2026 Hyundai Elexio: How the Korean giant will take on Chinese EVs
Hyundai is behind in the EV race in China, and the new Elexio is its bid to become a contender. Surprisingly, given the large investments it has made so far in electric vehicle (EV) development, Hyundai doesn’t have a single locally made EV in China. Models like the Hyundai Ioniq 5 crossover and Ioniq 6 […]
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2025 Tesla Model Y review
Ah, Tesla. That old chestnut. It’s been roughly a year since the latest updated Tesla model hit our shores in the form of the Model 3 mid-size electric sedan, and a lot has happened since then. Among those were the brand’s owner becoming perhaps the most controversial figure worldwide, perhaps excluding Donald Trump, and its […]
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2025 Polestar 3 review | CarExpert
Everybody talks about the electric vehicle (EV) price war, but there’s another equally important battle unfolding in the background – the EV range war. EVs can be had for as little as $30,000 in 2025, and manufacturers are constantly reviewing pricing to outpoint their rivals, but a precious few models are capable of undertaking classic […]
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2025 Mazda CX-60 gets mechanical upgrades, but here’s what’s missing
Connectivity tech introduced by Mazda in 2024 and subsequently rolled out across various models isn’t part of the latest update for the mid-size CX-60 crossover. The 2025 Mazda CX-60 has received mechanical and equipment upgrades – along with price cuts of up to $5560 – yet buyers will still miss out on the carmaker’s Mazda […]
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How Honda’s One Price Promise works
SPONSORED Buying a new car used to be all about negotiation, with buyers and sellers locked in a battle of wills, each deploying their arsenal of tricks in an attempt to get the other to wilt or capitulate. To some this was exciting, an added thrill in the process of securing a fresh set of […]
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Supercar sales soaring in Australia despite cost-of-living crisis
Sales of some of the most expensive cars in Australia have soared in 2025, with April showing significant jumps for exotic sports cars from Ferrari, Lamborghini and Aston Martin. While Australian new vehicle sales reached a record 1,220,607 units last year, analysts predicted a sales decline into 2025, and while there have been fewer new […]
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Porsche 911 restomod by Singer has wide body, Cosworth engine
If a Type 992 is a little too common and sanitised, and you’ve got megabucks burning a hole in your trust fund, the Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe Reimagined by Singer might be your cup of single origin tea. Although it is inspired by the rare wide-body variant of the 911 from 1980s, this restomod is […]
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2025 Audi A5 and S5 price and specs
The Audi A5 and S5 range has shrunk with the new-generation mid-size sedan and wagon. Gone – at least for now – are any coupe, convertible or high-riding allroad wagon variants. The previous A4 Sedan and A5 Sportback have been replaced with a single liftback body style confusingly called the A5 Sedan. Hundreds of new […]
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2025 Honda ZR-V e:HEV LX review
When you think of the modern mid-size SUV, you probably think of growing families and mature drivers who appreciate grown up things like an elevated seating position and ground clearance. But Honda sought to change that with the introduction of the ZR-V back in 2023. Rather than targeting the same old crowd, Honda blended elements […]
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Why the Cadillac Escalade won’t come to Australia
The Cadillac Escalade won’t be released in Australia, as parent company General Motors instead doubles down on an electric-only model lineup for its luxury marque locally. In lieu of the combustion-powered extra-large SUV, GM Specialty Vehicles is launching the related GMC Yukon Denali, while it says it’s still weighing the hefty electric Escalade iQ for […]
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Shanghai motor show proves China is winning
Over 150 brands, more than 30,000,000 new cars sold each year, and a focus on fast development proves China means business. The People’s Republic is an industrial behemoth – a rolling stone that has no intention of slowing down. They build cities that house more people than the population of Australia in an area half […]
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Should the next government continue PHEV and EV subsidies?
It’s federal election day in Australia, and while there are a plethora of questions around what the next government could bring, we’re particularly concerned about those related to cars. Specifically, we’re interested in financial incentives for buyers of electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs), which have been offered for a while now, to […]
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Cadillac Australia thinks one hot electric SUV is enough for now
Cadillac will soon reveal the Optiq-V, which will be only the third SUV and the second electric vehicle to wear its vaunted V-Series performance nameplate. And it won’t be coming here. “No, [Optiq-V isn’t] coming here. We’ll have a Lyriq-V,” GM Australia and New Zealand managing director Jess Bala told CarExpert. “We haven’t done a […]
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Truck spill strikes down hundreds of cars with punctures, causes 30km Sydney traffic jam
A major freeway into Sydney was closed for around 10 hours today after a truck carrying metal debris lost its load on the southbound lanes of the M1 around 5:00am this morning, puncturing the tyres of hundreds of cars and causing a traffic jam extending almost 30km. The ABC reports a large number of cars […]
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2025 MG 3 price and specs: More affordable entry variant joins hatch range
The MG 3 remains Australia’s favourite light car after being renewed in mid-2024, and it now enters 2025 unchanged, bar the addition of an even cheaper entry variant in the form of the Vibe. Despite the introductory price of $21,990 drive-away, the MG 3 Vibe hasn’t been able to reclaim the title of Australia’s cheapest new car […]
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2025 Geely EX5: Even more generous incentives for fledgling EV
Less than two months after its release, the new Geely EX5 is now being offered with even more generous incentives including a $2000 trade-in bonus, complimentary Mode 2 home charging cable and the choice of either a $2000 gift card or five years of free scheduled servicing. The latest promotional offer for the new mid-size […]
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Honda GT could be brand’s first rear-wheel drive fastback
At the 2025 Shanghai motor show the covers were whipped off the Honda GT, a slinky electric fastback that seems destined only for the Chinese market. Designed to give a “new sensation of driving pleasure”, the GT has a “low and wide” stance matched with blacked out A-pillars for a visor-like window graphic, a crisp […]
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Chery boss confirms iCar brand for Australia
Chery’s iCar brand has been confirmed for launch in Australia, where it will join the Chinese carmaker’s namesake brand, as well as Jaecoo and Omoda. The news was confirmed Chery International president Zhang Guibling at the recent Shanghai motor show, where the new Chery-owned EV brand presented its three-model lineup comprising the 03, 03T and […]
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2025 Kia Seltos S review
The only constant in life is change, unless you’re talking about the Kia Seltos. Note: This is an updated version of a review first published in October 2024. Save some minor price changes, there haven’t been any specification changes since publication. We’ve updated key details, such as the pricing, with the most up-to-date information available. To […]
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Geely’s Radar RD6 electric ute gets PHEV power
Geely has blessed its Radar RD6 electric ute with the option of a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrain, and there’s every chance it could be sold in Australia. Revealed at the recent Shanghai motor show, the new dual-cab PHEV will reportedly offer more than 1000km of combined driving range – about double the 517km CLTC range […]
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2025 Cadillac Lyriq Sport review
An electric Cadillac SUV? In Australia? That’s big news, and quite the breath of fresh air in a market that’s been bursting with a sea of new imports from China in recent years. Cadillac is a name most Australians have heard of, but local knowledge of the US luxury auto brand generally stops there – […]
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Renault Australia reopens orders for exclusive EV with eye-watering price
Renault Australia has confirmed the first 500 examples of the wild new 5 Turbo 3E electric hot hatch sold out within the first 48 hours, and that it’s therefore about to open orders for the next 500 examples. Orders for the second allocation opened at 5:00pm AEST today (April 28). Renault will produce just 1980 […]
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2025 Kia Sportage GT-Line Hybrid review
The Kia Sportage range finally has a hybrid option to go up against the Toyota RAV4. Note: This is an updated version of a review that was first published in April 2024. There have been no major changes to pricing or specification since then. A mid-life update is due to launch in the second quarter of 2025, though […]
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Suzuki invites owners on a drive-in movie date
Suzuki Australia is saying thanks to its customer base by hosting a round of drive-in movie nights around the country next month. Owners of all Suzukis past and present are invited to attend the screenings of cult comedy classic Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby, which will be shown at venues in Perth, Sydney, […]
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E-Ray breaks tradition to take centre stage at 2025 Corvette Nationals
“What is it?” curious onlookers ask as they crowd around the low-slung sports car in the parking lot. Then comes the follow up – “Is that a Ferrari?” The questions started from the moment I picked up the Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray at Sydney Airport. There was a collective “ooooh” as my ride for the weekend […]
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2025 Mazda CX-90 price and specs: Flagship SUV gets cheaper
Mazda has quietly reduced prices for its flagship CX-90 seven-seat SUV, which is otherwise unchanged for 2025. Prices have been reduced by between $6000 and $7800, significantly narrowing the gap between it and the related, five-seat CX-70 launched last year. To the end of March, Mazda has delivered 190 CX-90s in Australia this year. While […]
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The CarExpert team’s favourite reveals from the Shanghai motor show
Auto Shanghai 2025, also known as the Shanghai International Automobile Exhibition, kicked off earlier this week and we’ve already been treated to a raft of exciting new model reveals! From rough-and-tough off-road SUVs to plug-in hybrid (PHEV) utes and electric sports cars, the 21st running of the biennial Chinese motor show since 1985 has had […]
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Genesis could tackle Defender with luxury off-roader
After launching only with sedans, Korean luxury brand Genesis has been busily rolling out SUVs – and its latest concept car could be among its upcoming new models. “The X Gran Equator is a new potential addition to a lineup which is already quite big,” Genesis chief creative officer Luc Donckerwolke told Australian media at […]
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Leapmotor could offer an electric ute too
The Leapmotor brand may have only been launched in Australia in recent months, but despite arriving here with just one model, it hasn’t ruled out the possibility of developing a ute to compete in one of Australia’s most popular auto market segments. Leapmotor, operating here through a joint venture with auto conglomerate Stellantis, is the […]
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MG Cyberster: New RWD drop-top EV adds more range for less cash
MG Motor Australia has announced a new entry-level version of its Cyberster electric roadster, which drops the starting price of the Chinese brand’s flagship sports car to just under $100,000. The new 2025 MG Cyberster 77kWh RWD joins the existing 77kWh AWD variant released in August 2024, running the same ternary lithium-ion battery but with […]
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2025 JAC T9 vs Toyota HiLux comparison: Durability test
Dual-cab utes are the most popular vehicles on sale today in Australia, but if you’re after a workhorse that does the job and doesn’t cost an arm and a leg, will a more affordable alternative manage the same workload? We decided to put the new JAC T9 up against the tried and tested (and undeniably […]
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What is the ultimate city car?
As Australia’s population continues to grow, our cities have gotten both bigger and busier. Despite this, city cars have lost their appeal, with new car buyers instead pivoting to compact SUVs and crossovers with extra ground clearance and an elevated seating position. But there’s still a case to be made for something smaller that’s easy […]
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2025 Nissan Qashqai Ti e-Power review: Long-term conclusion
After six months, 10,000km and one new tyre, sadly it’s time to hand the little Nissan Qashqai e-Power back. Just as we said it would in November, when we published our long-term review introduction a month after taking delivery, the small hybrid SUV made dozens of trips to the Lang Lang proving ground during the […]
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Ford F-150 vs Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vs Ram 1500 vs Toyota Tundra comparison: Spec battle
Australians are spoilt for choice when it comes to purchasing a factory-backed full-size US pickup in 2025. In addition to the familiar Ford F-150 and Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Toyota has finally made the Tundra available to the masses after conducting a long-term development program and ownership trial. Further, Ram has come out with an updated […]
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How to use the MG iSMART connected app
Australian electric vehicle (EV) buyers expect to be able to interact with their vehicles remotely, for example to monitor via their smartphone the battery’s state of charge, turn the climate control on and off, remotely lock or unlock the doors, and much more. MG Motor Australia provides extensive connected car functionality for its MG 4 […]
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Chery teases new Omoda C3 baby SUV
The battle among Australia’s small SUVs will get a new entrant later this year from Chery’s spin-off brand, Omoda. The Chinese carmaker has confirmed it will reveal a new city-sized runabout, the Omoda C3 compact SUV, at a media event in Wuhu following a barrage of new model arrivals due to be unveiled at next […]
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Which new cars still have non-turbo six-cylinder engines in Australia?
Australia’s new-vehicle market is becoming increasingly more efficient, as carmakers downsize the size of their engines – both in capacity and cylinder count. Advancements in turbocharging has resulted in the number of naturally aspirated 12-, 10-, eight- and even six-cylinder models on sale dwindling. In the case of the latter, non-turbo six-cylinder engines are now […]
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2025 Kia Tasman price and specs: Australian orders open for Korean brand’s first ute
The Kia Tasman is now available to order in Australia, ahead of first customer deliveries in July. Kia will first launch the Tasman in dual-cab pickup guise, before adding a dual-cab/chassis in August, followed by a single-cab/chassis in “late 2025”. Available in a single 4×2 grade and five 4×4 trim levels, the Kia Tasman is […]
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2026 Subaru Outback revealed, looks more like an SUV than ever before
The 2026 Subaru Outback has been revealed at the New York motor show, looking more like an SUV than the high-riding wagon it has always been. Subaru will manufacture the new Outback in Japan, including the more rugged Wilderness which was previously produced only in the US. The new-generation model won’t be manufactured in the […]
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2025 GWM Cannon price and specs: Cab-chassis joins cut-price offerings
The GWM Cannon ute lineup has expanded in Australia, with two cab-chassis variants and a cut-price pickup coming to showrooms. After renaming its Ute to Cannon and trading a 2.0-litre turbo-diesel engine for a stronger 2.4-litre, GWM has reintroduced the smaller-capacity powerplant for its two new ‘Premium’ entry-level grades. The 2.0-litre engine is available in […]
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Chery announces bold plan to launch 19 new hybrid models this year
Chinese auto giant Chery has promised to launch 19 new hybrid models globally this year alone, as part of its aim to offer more fuel-efficient vehicles across global markets. At an event in China today, Chery announced the 19 electrified models will include traditional series-hybrid, plug-in hybrid (PHEV) and extended-range electric vehicle (EREV) powertrains, but […]
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2025 Volkswagen Multivan review | CarExpert
The seventh-generation Volkswagen Multivan is finally here. A model that we first tested overseas in late 2021, the all-new Multivan is people mover we’ve been waiting to drive on local roads, yet it seemed to get further away every time its estimated date of arrival approached. We were originally told it would arrive in Australia […]
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2025 MG ZS Essence Turbo review
Everybody knows the Goldilocks story – the one where she finds the sweet spot among three bowls of breakfast left by a family of bears. Well, this might be very similar, because while I have previously reviewed the new MG ZS in both the budget-friendly Essence petrol form and flagship Hybrid+ guise, I was most […]
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2026 MG U9: Australian testing underway for China’s next Ranger, HiLux rival
MG revealed its first ever ute – the U9 – in Melbourne just over one week ago, and now the Chinese carmaker isn’t wasting any time in preparing the vital new model for its local release later this year. The U9 is already undergoing local road testing, with the planned regime set to include far-flung […]
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2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC review | CarExpert
The second-generation Mercedes-Benz GLC has been on sale in Australia for a couple of years now and, compared to the first-generation mid-size German luxury SUV, it still offers fewer options than the original. Despite a wide array of powertrains available globally, including diesel and plug-in hybrid choices, Mercedes-Benz Australia opted to initially launch the new […]
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Skoda banking on new models to reverse sales slide
Skoda expects a sales recovery in Australia over the coming years as new products continue to hit the local market. After hitting a record 7999 Australian deliveries in 2023, Skoda sales dropped by 37 per cent last year to just over 5000. The trend has continued into 2025 – Skoda sold 1100 vehicles over the […]
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2025 Mercedes-Benz V-Class review | CarExpert
The arrival of the updated Mercedes-Benz V-Class caps off a big 12 months or so for people movers in Australia. V300 AMG In 2023, we welcomed the electric LDV MIFA 9 and luxurious Lexus LM. While hybrid versions of the Kia Carnival launched last year. More recently, China’s challenger Zeekr opened orders for its powerhouse […]
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Australia’s 10 cheapest new utes in 2025
Australia is undoubtedly a ute-heavy market, with some models beating out SUV favourites to be the best-selling vehicles in the country. While there’s a lot of emphasis put on many high-end and flagship models with nicer engines and more gear, there is still a strong market for base-level workhorses that won’t break the bank for […]
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2025 Toyota Camry Ascent Sport review
The new-generation Toyota Camry’s reputation preceded itself in our office. I’d already heard so many glowing descriptions of the new hybrid-only sedan from colleagues, so upon picking up this mid-range Ascent Sport it carried the weight of all these expectations. The good news? The new Camry lives up to the hype. This is a thoroughly […]
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Australian car industry reacts to proposed axing of new-vehicle emissions penalties
Two of Australia’s largest automotive industry groups are at odds over the federal Opposition’s proposal to scrap fines for carmakers who exceed emissions targets under the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES). As reported earlier today, Opposition leader Peter Dutton has committed to axing the government’s NVES penalties for carmakers if elected next month. While the […]
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Mazda EZ-60: Tesla Model Y rival unveiled in China
The Mazda EZ-60 electric crossover has been unveiled ahead its in-the-flesh later this month at the Shanghai motor show. Mazda took to the Weibo social media platform to drop a video of the car’s exterior. As with many electric vehicles, the EZ-60 features flush-fitting door handles and a closed off upper grille to smooth out […]
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2025 Volkswagen ID.4 review | CarExpert
There’s fashionably late, and then there’s Volkswagen ID.4 late. Europe’s number one auto brand has had a competitor for the popular Tesla Model Y in overseas markets since 2021, but it’s only just landing in Australia now, years after it was initially promised, and nearly half a decade after the rest of the world. Why […]
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2025 Ford Ranger Sport V6 review
The Ford Ranger has been Australia’s best-selling ute, and the nation’s most popular new vehicle overall, for the past two years. But the tide is beginning to turn. For one, the Toyota RAV4 has been Australia’s best-selling vehicle for the past seven months straight, fell within 4000 sales behind the Ranger in 2024, and finished […]
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Study finds increased EV sales leading to higher emissions
A university study has found that an increase in new electric vehicle (EV) sales has led to a rise in CO2 emissions – but there’s a major catch. A study by researchers from the University of Auckland and Xiamen University in China found that across the past 15 years, data from 26 countries showed that […]
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Australia’s best-selling PHEVs in 2025 so far: BYD dominates the sales charts
Plug-in hybrid (PHEV) sales continue to grow in Australia, outpacing the growth shown by hybrid and battery-electric vehicles. A total of 13,698 PHEVs were delivered in the first quarter of 2025, up significantly from the 3426 delivered in the first quarter of 2024. If you include extended-range electric vehicle (EREV) versions of the Leapmotor C10 […]
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Customer demand will keep Ford petrol, diesel models alive in Australia
Against tightening emissions regulations and a global move towards electrified vehicles, Ford Australia says it’s ultimately the customer who decides what it’ll sell. From July 1, carmakers in Australia will start to be penalised if they don’t meet certain emissions targets under the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES), which incentivises low- or zero-tailpipe emission cars, […]
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China urges state-owned carmakers to merge
The Chinese government is keen for some of its state-owned automakers to merge, specifically those which have struggled with the transition to electric vehicles and have yet to establish a successful export program. Gou Ping, vice chairman of the council that oversees state-owned assets, told publications, including the Nikkei, there needs to a strategic realignment […]
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Sydney Greens call for SUV parking fees to be tripled, like in Paris
A Greens councillor in Sydney is calling for parking fees to be tripled for SUVs, calling them “big problems, big polluters, [and] big killers”. In a TikTok video with fellow councillor Olivia Barlow, Councillor Matthew Thompson announced he will introduce a motion at today’s City of Sydney council meeting calling for parking fees to be […]
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2025 Nissan Patrol Ti review
Waiting for the new Nissan Patrol? Keep on waiting. While it was revealed last year and is already on sale in markets like the US as the Armada, the new Y63 Patrol won’t reach customers here until 2027. As a consolation prize, last year the Australian-market Patrol finally received Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, features […]
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What is rebadging and why do car brands do it?
It’s a term we use a lot in the automotive world, but to the average person in Australia ‘rebadging’ – also known as ‘badge engineering’ – probably means nothing. What is a ‘rebadged’ car? Per our definition, a rebadged vehicle is one that is shared by one company to another, with only minimal changes including, […]
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Lamborghini Sian vs McLaren Senna drag race
It’s time for the heavy hitters. We’ve gone to the top shelf to put together one of our closest drag race results to date. It’s the $5 million Lamborghini Sian up against the carbon-bodied McLaren Senna hypercar. In addition to being built in different countries, the Lamborghini Sian uses a naturally aspirated V12 and all-wheel […]
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The return of the Australian motor show is greatly exaggerated
It’s been more than a decade since Australia last held an international motor show and, with the current state of the market, it’s unlikely we’ll see one again. Crowds of potential new-car buyers will flock to Melbourne this weekend for what’s being billed as “the largest gathering of automotive manufacturers and aftermarket brands in over […]
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Ford not forcing EVs, hybrids on buyers – chairman
Hybrids, plug-in hybrids and battery-electric vehicles are gaining market share globally, as emissions standards become ever more stringent. While this led to a recent boom in electric vehicle (EV) sales globally, this growth is now cooling while traditional hybrids and plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) are gaining more momentum. Despite this, Ford executive chairman Bill Ford believes […]
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Zeekr X up to $7000 cheaper with price cuts
Zeekr has slashed the price of its X small electric SUV in Australia by up to $7000, depending on the variant. The entry-level Zeekr X RWD now starts at $49,900 before on-road costs, which is $7000 cheaper than it was. The optional Convenience Package is still available on this variant for an additional $4000. The […]
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2026 Skoda Elroq RS revealed
The Skoda Elroq RS, the most powerful model in the company’s new entry-level electric crossover range, has been unveiled at Milan Design Week. While it’s unclear when, or if, the RS will join the local Elroq range, the less powerful models in the Elroq range will be launched in Australia in the middle of 2025. […]
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Reciprocal tariffs on US trading partners will have ‘ripple effects’ on Australia
US President Donald Trump’s plan to implement reciprocal tariffs of at least 10 per cent on the country’s trading partners in order to bolster North American manufacturing and raise federal revenue has raised the ire of Australian economists, but will have little direct impact on the local economy or its car market, at least for […]
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2026 Honda Prelude interior revealed with lots of Civic parts
The interior of the sixth-generation Honda Prelude was revealed overnight, and it looks instantly familiar, yet a little different too. In a video released last night, Japanese YouTuber Unadon spent some quality time examining the Prelude’s exterior and interior before giving the coupe a spin on a test track. The new Prelude is based on […]
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Another day, another car stuck on ‘road’ notorious for stranding vehicles
South Australian police have charged two teenagers who stole a Ford Mustang and subsequently got stuck on the Adelaide O-Bahn, a ‘road’ intended only for buses. At approximately 6:00am today (April 2), police received reports of the Mustang being stolen from a home in Rosslyn Park, and later spotted the sports coupe travelling out of […]
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2025 MG S5 EV review: Quick drive
MG’s range seems to be growing as spectacularly as its sales figures, and the company’s burgeoning lineup is expanding yet again with the new MG S5 EV. A compact electric SUV to rival the BYD Atto 3 and new Kia EV3, it’s essentially a replacement for the old ZS EV, which has been a value-orientated […]
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Ford Australia turns 100: Here’s how you can celebrate the Blue Oval’s centenary
Ford Australia is celebrating its 100th anniversary, and the country’s longest continuous automotive brand has announced how fans can celebrate. A century ago this week, the Ford Motor Company of Australia was founded in Geelong (on March 31, 1925), following visits from North American executives two years prior. After producing the Ford Model T as […]
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2025 Dacia Bigster review: Quick drive
You’d think that the rugged, affordable Romanian brand would be a natural fit for the Australian car market, but Ateco Automotive – Renault’s importer and therefore the arbiter of what happens to Dacia in an Australian sense – has long said that if and when it does import any Dacias, they would be sold here […]
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Ram says it will take back US pickup sales crown from Chevrolet in Australia
Ram Trucks Australia says it will soon reclaim the US pickup sales crown it lost to General Motors Specialty Vehicles’ Chevrolet Silverado last year. The Ram 1500 was Australia’s top-selling full-size pickup for the seventh consecutive year in 2024, despite a 44 per cent sales slump following the discontinuation of the more affordable previous-generation DS-series […]
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2025 Mitsubishi Outlander review | CarExpert
In one fell swoop, the Outlander mid-sized SUV will soon be one of Mitsubishi’s few remaining models on sale in Australia. The company is set to axe the current ASX, Eclipse Cross and Pajero Sport from its lineup due to them not complying with a new Australian Design Rule (ADR) related to autonomous emergency braking […]
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GWM still eyeing luxurious plug-in hybrid LandCruiser rival for Australia
GWM’s spin-off brand Tank revealed the wild Tank 700 back in 2023, and according to Australian executives, it’s still planned for local launch. Speaking with CarExpert, GWM Australia and New Zealand (GWM ANZ) managing director Charles Zhao couldn’t confirm exactly when the flagship Tank offering will arrive. “[Tank] 700 is definitely in the plan,” said […]
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2025 MG 5 review | CarExpert
The MG 5 is Australia’s cheapest sedan – that’s one way of looking at it. The other way is that it’s the most value-packed small sedan on the market. NOTE: This is an updated version of a review that first went live in September 2023. Save some minor price changes and the inclusion of a 10-year, 250,000km […]
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2025 Tesla Model 3 RWD review
Life is tough at the top. Note: This is an updated version of a review that first went live in September 2024. There have been no changes to pricing or specifications since publication. We have updated key details with the most up-to-date information available. Read the original version of this review here. WATCH: Paul’s video […]
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2025 Toyota C-HR GR Sport review
There are few more striking SUVs on the road than the Toyota C-HR. Note: This is an updated version of a review that first went live in September 2024. There have been no changes to pricing or specifications in the past six months since publication. We have updated key details, such as pricing, with the most […]
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How Australians made the GWM Tank 300 Diesel happen
China’s GWM has just introduced a sought-after turbo-diesel engine option to its Tank 300 off-roader in Australia, and executives have claimed it likely wouldn’t have happened had there not been a local push for it. Speaking with CarExpert, GWM Australia and New Zealand (GWM ANZ) head of marketing and communications Steve Maciver said the brand […]
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2025 BYD Sealion 6 review
The BYD Sealion 6 range has been upgraded with revised, Australia-specific suspension tuning, but the big news is actually around further pricing adjustments for this plug-in hybrid (PHEV) mid-sized SUV. WATCH: Paul’s video review of the 2024 BYD Sealion 6 Premium AWD Now, with the existing cheapest PHEV gone (goodbye, Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross), and a […]
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EV supporters slam Dutton’s proposed fuel excise cut
The Coalition’s proposal to cut the fuel excise tax by half has been met with criticism for two of Australia’s latest electric vehicle (EV) industry bodies. They’ve perhaps unsurprisingly instead called for governments to better support fuel-efficient and zero tailpipe emission vehicles. Overnight, Opposition leader Peter Dutton promised that if his party wins the upcoming […]
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2025 Nissan Micra EV revival revealed, but only for Europe
The sixth-generation Nissan Micra has been revealed in production form, and will go on sale in Europe towards the end of 2025. Unfortunately the new Micra will be “offered exclusively for European customers”, ruling it out for the Australian and Japanese markets. The sixth-generation Micra will be built alongside its platform-mate, the Renault 5 E-Tech, […]
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Volvo’s last wagon in Australia hits the end of the road
The Volvo V60 Cross Country crossover wagon and the related S60 sedan will be discontinued in Australia once current stocks are exhausted, the brand’s local boss has confirmed. Volvo Car Australia managing director Stephen Connor confirmed with CarExpert the brand’s mid-sized sedan and wagon options are now only available while stocks last, and are anticipated […]
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2025-26 Federal Budget wrap for motorists
With a federal election on the horizon, the Government’s focus for the budget centred around income tax cuts. As far as motoring and transport in general, the Government didn’t announce any major incentives or schemes. Rather, it detailed spending on a slew of new road and rail projects. Roads The Government says it will spend […]
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This country is getting sued for allowing US “monster pickup trucks” on its roads
Big pickups are becoming more common on roads outside the US, but one group is taking its nation’s government to court for letting it happen. Non-profit organisation Deutsche Umwelthilfe (DUH, or Environmental Action Germany) has instigated a lawsuit against the German Kraftfahrt-Bundesamt (KBA, Federal Motor Transport Authority), the department responsible for individual vehicle approval permits. […]
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2025 Honda CR-V VTi L7 review
The latest Honda CR-V has quickly become the Japanese brand’s best seller in Australia, though it’s not quite as popular as it once was. While rivals like the Toyota RAV4, Mitsubishi Outlander and Mazda CX-5 continue to light up the sales charts and the medium SUV segment as a whole – the country’s most popular […]
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2025 Ford Transit Custom review
Ford has a new mid-sized commercial van, and it’s a formula that’s hard to argue with. Note: This is an updated version of a review first published in September 2024. There haven’t been any specification changes since then, though pricing for the Trend variants has increased by $500. We have updated key details, such as […]
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2025 Kia Stonic Sport review
Kia has finally done away with the dreary non-turbo engine in lower-grade Stonic models, as well as adding a few expected safety features to the range. Note: This is an updated version of a review first published in September 2024. There have been no specification changes since then, though pricing has changed slightly. We have updated key details, […]
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2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 price and specs: Price hike for flagship pickup
The flagship Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has been given another price increase, but the V8-powered pickup’s equipment list is unchanged. General Motors Specialty Vehicles (GMSV) now lists the off-road focused Silverado 1500 ZR2 at $141,500 before on-road costs, a $3500 increase on its most recent price, and up $8500 on this time last year. Pricing for […]
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2003 Porsche Cayenne Turbo with Porsche Tequipment review
No, your eyes don’t deceive you – this is an original ‘E1’ Porsche Cayenne you see before you. While we focus on new cars here at CarExpert, Porsche Cars Australia threw us the keys to this very special first-generation 2003 Porsche Cayenne Turbo to showcase its Porsche Tequipment accessories range by Porsche Classic. Some 22 […]
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The cars and SUVs that Ford should sell in Australia
Just under 90 per cent of all new Fords sold in Australia in 2024 were Rangers or Everests. The Ranger was Australia’s best-selling model bar none, and the Everest came in sixth and beat all its large SUV rivals. Given Ford overtook Mazda to become the number two brand in Australia last year, it’s arguably […]
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2025 Volkswagen Transporter review: Quick drive
When is a Volkswagen Transporter not really a Volkswagen Transporter? Caravelle When Volkswagen gets into bed with Ford to produce its seventh-generation mid-sized delivery van. At least that’s what the dyed-in-the-wool VW-loving tradies will be saying — and have been saying online — about this all-new Transporter. It all comes down to cost saving, and […]
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2026 Alfa Romeo Stelvio spied with electric power
It was already confirmed Alfa Romeo would launch new electric versions of the Giulia sedan and Stelvio SUV in 2026 and 2025 respectively, and the latter has now been spied testing for the first time. Photographers in northern Sweden have captured a heavily camouflaged Stelvio prototype undergoing development testing, suggesting the Italian brand is getting […]
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2025 Lexus NX350h Sports Luxury AWD review
The Lexus NX is the sweet spot for a lot of luxury SUV customers. WATCH: Paul’s video review of the 2024 Lexus NX250 In particular, those in the market for a mid-sized petrol-electric model with plenty of power and efficiency are treated to a broad range of choices – in fact, 350h variants account for […]
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Car theft reaches record highs in Victoria, shows no signs of slowing
Vehicle theft is at an all-time high in Victoria, and it’s one of the fastest-growing crimes in the state. Crime data for the 2024 calendar year released today by Victoria Police showed 28,922 stolen vehicle offences were recorded in the state last year, 8432 more than in 2023. While Victoria Police listed theft from motor […]
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2025 Toyota Corolla Cross Atmos Hybrid AWD review
Can you spot the difference? Toyota has given its Corolla Cross small SUV a very minor update for 2025. Like the Japanese auto brand’s wider hybrid model range, it now ditches the ‘Hybrid’ badging and instead picks up ‘HEV’ badging. Another minor specification change is the addition of wireless Android Auto connectivity across the whole […]
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Audi moving EV goalposts, continuing to launch petrol cars – report
German carmaker Audi is looking to hybrids to extend the life of petrol-powered models, with a likely move away from its previously stated goal of selling only electric vehicles (EVs) in most markets by 2033. Announcing its 2024 financial results earlier this week, Audi CEO Gernot Döllner said the brand is committed to continue developing […]
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2025 Suzuki Vitara review | CarExpert
The fourth-generation Suzuki Vitara has been with us now for 10 years, and it doesn’t appear to be going anywhere anytime soon. NOTE: This is an updated version of a review that was published in July 2024. There have been no major changes to pricing or specification since publication. It’s worth noting that the production of the […]
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Average speed camera fines coming into effect in this Australian state
Motorists travelling on two major New South Wales highways will soon be subject to speeding fines from average speed cameras, which the state’s government is turning on for all vehicles. Average speed zone cameras detect a vehicle’s speed across a set distance, rather than a traditional fixed camera which only does so at a single […]
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2025 JAC T9 review | CarExpert
Jack is finally reviewing the JAC! How fitting! Chinese carmaker JAC has launched its first model in the Australian market, the T9 dual-cab 4×4 ute, with customer deliveries commencing back in December last year. Available in two turbo-diesel powered trim levels, the T9 is priced from $42,662 before on-roads in entry-level Oasis form. This sees […]
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Driver wrecks car in desperate attempt to avoid toll road
A Volkswagen Golf driver made a poorly timed lane change while driving on a Brisbane motorway, and other motorists also ended up paying a price. Footage uploaded to Dash Cam Owners Australia on Facebook shows afternoon traffic driving eastbound on the M5 motorway, approaching the Legacy Way Tunnel. Just as the vehicles reach the divide […]
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2025 MG 3 Essence Hybrid+ review
Toyota is no longer alone in the world of affordable hybrid hatches. For years the Japanese manufacturer boasted hybrid power as a USP of its Yaris and Corolla nameplates, but that all changed last year with the introduction of three new rivals in Australia – the mild-hybrid Hyundai i30 N Line, the Suzuki Swift Hybrid […]
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Where Australia’s 10 most popular cars are made
Australia’s new car market houses an eclectic mix of automotive brands from all corners of the globe. There are the Japanese staples – Toyota, Mazda and Mitsubishi, just to name a few – as well as European giants including Volkswagen, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Audi. Then there’s the new wave of manufacturers arriving from China, led […]
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2025 Toyota LandCruiser Prado VX review
It’s finally here. Deliveries of the new-generation Toyota LandCruiser Prado finally commenced late in 2024, several months after stock of the previous-generation model had effectively dried up. That had allowed the Ford Everest and Isuzu MU-X to storm past it in the sales charts, and we dare say some would-be Prado buyers defected to the […]
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Why PHEVs – not EVs – are the best diesel alternative for tow vehicles
“EVs don’t have the strength to tow our big caravan,” loudly explained the gentleman to his female companion at the next cafe table. He’s correct that in Australia today there are no pure electric vehicles (EVs) or plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) suitable to tow a 3500kg caravan. This will change soon. A brief look at […]
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2025 Volkswagen Tayron review: Quick drive
Volkswagen is replacing the Tiguan Allspace with an entirely new model called the Tayron (pronounced tie-ron), and it will fulfil the same role as the outgoing seven-seat mid-sized SUV, slotting in between the five-seat Tiguan and the range-topping Touareg. Whereas the Allspace was little more than a stretched Tiguan in order to fit in a […]
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Mercedes-AMG CLA45 being reborn as a wild EV – report
Mercedes-Benz unveiled its third-generation CLA this week, which is first launching as an electric vehicle (EV) before mild-hybrid petrol powertrains join the lineup later this year. However, absent from the range so far is a higher-performance AMG version, providing buyers an even hotter version of the four-door ‘coupe’. Autocar reports that’ll change next year, with […]
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2025 Cupra Born review | CarExpert
Electric vehicle (EV) prices are on the slide, and the Cupra Born is ‘Exhibit A’ of this developing trend. The sporty Spanish electric hatchback arrived Down Under back in 2023 with a price tag of $59,990 before on-road costs, which held firm through turbulent times for EVs… until now. Amidst cuts to prices across the […]
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Porsche Macan set to get petrol, hybrid replacements too
Porsche’s new Macan is offered only with electric power, but the brand has confirmed it’s working on a more direct replacement for the outgoing petrol-powered model – though it likely won’t be called Macan. The new model will be offered with both combustion and hybrid powertrains and will be “touching the Macan segment”, according to […]
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Cost of Australia’s EV, PHEV tax breaks 10 times higher than forecast – expert
The Australian Government’s Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) exemption for certain electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) has cost taxpayers 10 times more than initially projected, according to a tax expert. Speaking to the Australian Financial Review, Institute of Public Accountants senior tax adviser Tony Greco estimated the government is losing approximately $564 million annually […]
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2026 Lexus RZ: Luxury EV gets steering yoke, more power
The Lexus RZ – the luxury triplet to the Toyota bZ4X and Subaru Solterra – has received mid-life updates including extra driving range, more power and a unique aircraft-style steering ‘wheel’. Unveiled this morning, Lexus has confirmed we can expect to see the refreshed RZ lineup in Australia towards the end of 2025, with pricing […]
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2025 Geely EX5 price and specs: Sharp pricing for Model Y rival
The returning Geely brand’s debut product in Australia is even cheaper than expected. The mid-sized Geely EX5 electric SUV is priced from $40,990 before on-road costs in Complete trim, with the Inspire priced at $44,990 before on-roads. That’s $2500 less than pricing previously published on industry price guide Redbook. That makes it $1000 more than […]
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Ferrari EV spied again as global debut nears
Ferrari’s first electric vehicle (EV) has been spotted testing in the wild ahead of its confirmed global launch on October 9. The Italian manufacturer has kept the appearance of its as-yet unnamed EV under wraps, and that’s reflected by the mismatched bodywork seen on the test mule. The tester also features fake quad exhaust outlets […]
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2025 MG S5 EV: Australian details uncovered for BYD Atto 3 rival
The MG S5 EV is arriving soon as a replacement for the ZS EV, and government documents show there could be a wide range of variants on offer. The new electric SUV, based on the same platform as the MG 4, is due in Australia during the second quarter (April to June inclusive) of 2025. […]
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Hemi V8-powered Ram 1500 TRX coming back from extinction – report
The iconic Hemi V8 engine will reportedly be available once again in the Ram 1500 next year, following the return of the brand’s V8-loving boss. When the Ram 1500 was facelifted in the US in 2023, it lost both its 5.7-litre Hemi and supercharged 6.2-litre Hellcat V8s, with the engines replaced by the new Hurricane […]
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Cyclone Alfred no match for Mazda BT-50
As Cyclone Alfred began making headlines as the first cyclone to threaten Brisbane since Cyclone Zoe in 1974, apprehension gripped many locals who had never experienced such an event. For days leading up to the cyclone, anxiety rose alongside preparations, evidenced by long queues for essentials like sandbags. On Wednesday, some residents endured waits of […]
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Which FBT-exempt PHEV should you buy in 2025?
Plug-in hybrid (PHEV) sales are on the rise, but there’s not long left if you want to score significant savings. The electric vehicle (EV) Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) exemption for novated lease vehicles is ending for PHEVs on April 1, 2025, which means you’ve got less than a month left to buy and receive a […]
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What is going on with Jeep in Australia?
Jeep just axed the Grand Cherokee, one of its longest-running nameplates in Australia and a model that once challenged the Toyota Prado for large SUV sales supremacy, and even beat it one year. It’s the culmination of years of sales declines for not only the Grand Cherokee, but also the Jeep brand as a whole, […]
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The perfect Australian knob for your classic car
If you’re like me, there’s never a moment when the garage doesn’t have a project car on the go. While original accessories and equipment can be hard to come by, there are some cool ways to accessorise your classic car without deviating too far from the classic feel. So how about a handmade Australian knob […]
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Farewell, Focus! Ford confirms end date for once-popular small car
The last Ford Focus will roll down the production line in Germany in November 2025, bringing an end to a model that was once hugely important to the Blue Oval. As reported by European outlets including Motor1, Ford’s European division finally confirmed an end date for the Focus in an email to media, having earlier […]
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2026 Audi Q5 review | CarExpert
Now into its third generation, the Q5 has been a winner for Audi since originally launching at the Beijing Auto Show back in 2008. Audi sold a whopping 1.6 million examples of the first-generation Q5 and the second iteration was a strong follow-up, amassing 1.1 million global sales (excluding the Sportback). Positioned by the German […]
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2025 Toyota GR Yaris review
The facelifted GR Yaris is here, and what a weapon it is. Take everything good about the previous GR Yaris – immense power, robust all-wheel drive system, and crisp manual transmission – and combine it with Toyota’s mission to constantly improve the performance and appeal of its vehicles – and chances are you’ll end up […]
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2025 Ford Everest Tremor review
I feel the Earth move under my feet… The 2025 Ford Everest Tremor has landed and aims to send shockwaves (get it?) through the large SUV market segment that it comprehensively dominated last year. Dubbed the ‘most capable Everest ever’, the Tremor builds on the blueprint laid down by the limited-edition Ranger Tremor ute offered […]
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2026 Volvo ES90 revealed as brand’s most car-like EV yet
Volvo’s first electric vehicles (EVs) have been SUVs and people movers, but now it has revealed an electric sedan. Or has it? Volvo says its new ES90 – due here late in 2025 – isn’t simply a sedan, and instead blurs boundaries. “Some might say it is a sedan. Others will see a fastback, or […]
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2025 Mahindra XUV700 price and specs: Higher prices for updated SUV
The Mahindra XUV700 lineup has received a handful of upgrades for 2025, but prices are up across the range. Headlining the changes for the Indian-build mid-sized SUV is a new black interior trim as standard, replacing the controversial white upholstery in previous XUV700s. In addition to this, the AX7L has gained a handful of features […]
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2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC with EQ Technology: Prototype drive
It’s difficult to overstate the importance of the (breathes) Mercedes-Benz GLC with EQ Technology. It’s all in the long-winded name – this addition to the Mercedes-Benz lineup is the first of the three-pointed star’s new generation of electric vehicles. The electric GLC debuts an all-new electric vehicle architecture dubbed MB.EA that will ultimately underpin electric […]
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Ford takes swipe at ‘compromised’ Toyota Prado
Ford Australia says it’s ‘running its own race’ in the large SUV segment this year, following a record year with its Everest SUV. Asked about the threat of the all-new 250 Series Toyota LandCruiser Prado, Ford’s local marketing director Ambrose Henderson said: “The [competitor] you speak of is a formidable competitor, and it’s had a […]
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2025 Honda ZR-V price and specs
The Honda ZR-V range now opens at $37,900 drive-away for 2025, thanks to a $2000 price cut. The rest of the mid-sized SUV range is unchanged in terms of pricing, and Honda hasn’t confirmed any specification changes. It’s the latest price cut for the bottom end of the ZR-V range. Hundreds of new car deals […]
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Audi’s premium push won’t price Australian customers out of the brand
Australian Audi customers won’t necessarily pay the price for the brand’s premium push, according to local executives. The brand’s UK boss, Jose Miguel Aparicio, recently told Auto Express there will be a “step upwards in terms of premiumness, increasing the prestige, desirability and perception of the brand, and more interested in the quality of business than the […]
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How thieves use fake licence plates to cover their tracks
With car thefts at an all-time high in Victoria and presenting an ongoing issue in other Australian states and territories, it’s been discovered criminals are doing more than just smashing and grabbing vehicles. Fake or cloned number plates are becoming an increasingly prevalent tool used by thieves to stay on the run after stealing a […]
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Move over, BYD Shark – GWM thinks it has the better PHEV ute
Although BYD beat GWM to the punch by launching the Shark 6 as Australia’s first plug-in hybrid (PHEV) ute, the latter brand claims its forthcoming Cannon Alpha PHEV will be better in many ways. Speaking with CarExpert, GWM Australia and New Zealand product specialist Tim Leong said the Cannon Alpha PHEV is more capable off-road […]
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Which EVs offer the longest range for your money in Australia?
Discussions surrounding electric vehicles (EVs) almost always circle back to the issue of driving range, and the phenomenon of ‘range anxiety’. Many new car buyers still fear that owning an EV means hours spent twiddling thumbs at charging stations, but manufacturers are working hard to increase the endurance of electric models. Meanwhile, EV prices are […]
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Lamborghini Temerario: Turbo V8 hybrid powertrain explained
The upcoming Lamborghini Temerario super sports car features a new twin-turbo V8 hybrid powertrain. But how does it work, and how does this new electrified powertrain compare with the V10 of the old Huracán? Developed entirely at Lamborghini’s Sant’Agata Bolognese headquarters, the new engine is part of a hybrid powertrain that combines the twin-turbo V8 with […]
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Jeep, Ram parent’s profits drop 70 per cent, but it sees brighter days ahead
Stellantis – the parent company of Jeep, Ram, Peugeot and Fiat, among others – reported a significant profit decrease in 2024, but it’s forecasting a recovery this year. Earlier this week, Stellantis announced its net profit had dropped from €18.6 billion (A$31.1 billion) in 2023 to €5.5 billion (A$9.2 billion) in 2024, a decline of […]
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2025 Deepal E07 review | CarExpert
In a world where most new mainstream vehicles are built to fit a mould, the Deepal E07 brings with it a sense of innovation and risk-taking that Western manufacturers have long forgotten about. The Chinese are definitely entering their golden era of automotive engineering. Like the Americans, Europeans, and Japanese before them, they are still […]
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Kia EV4: Tesla Model 3 rival locked in for Australia
After rolling out a range of electric SUVs, Kia is now planning to launch an electric sedan in Australia. The Kia EV4 – of which the exterior design was revealed earlier this month – has now been detailed at its reveal in Barcelona at the brand’s EV Day. “Kia Australia is pleased to confirm the […]
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2025 Nissan Navara review | CarExpert
Nissan’s dual-cab beast is entering its fifth year on sale, and it’s just as tough as it was when it landed. Note: This is an updated version of a review that was first published in August, as there have no been no major specification changes, save some minor price increases, for the last six months […]
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2025 MG Marvel R: Tesla Model Y rival spied in Australia
The MG Marvel R – the Chinese brand’s closest rival yet to the Tesla Model Y – has been spotted on Australian roads once again, ahead of its unveiling and local release later this year. MG’s second-generation Marvel R has been doing the rounds in Australia, where it was first spied in Sydney last September […]
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Audi admits quality slip, vows to improve – report
A senior Audi executive has admitted the brand’s interior quality isn’t what it once was, but says the carmaker will make improvements in the future. Audi’s Head of Product and Technology Communication, Oscar da Silva Martins, made the frank admission to Motor1 at the launch of the new Q5, the latest generation of the brand’s […]
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2025 BYD Atto 3: Popular EV gets fresh looks, more advanced tech
BYD has officially revealed its refreshed Atto 3 electric SUV in China, but it’s unclear when it’ll go on sale in Australia. The Atto 3 – sold in China as the Yuan Plus – gets freshened exterior styling as a part of the update, as well as a handful of new technology features, but there’s […]
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2025 Kia Carnival GT-Line Hybrid review
The undisputed leader in the people-mover segment in Australia saw an important addition to its range last year. Note: This is an updated version of a review first published in August 2024, as there have been no major changes to pricing or specifications in the past six months since publication. We have updated key details […]
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Ford Mustang could spawn a Triple Eight special edition
Ford Australia and its new Supercars partner Triple Eight Race Engineering could team up to offer an official motorsport-themed Mustang special edition, or even a hotter Ranger Raptor. According to motorsport website Speedcafe.com, Ford and Triple Eight have had early discussions on a road car collaboration and it could lead to multiple homegrown street-legal models. […]
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Range Rover Sport SV vs Rolls-Royce Cullinan drag race
You could view this as two premium British auto brands going head-to-head or, technically speaking, you could view it as a BMW drag race! That’s because Rolls-Royce is owned by BMW and its Cullinan SUV employs a BMW-sourced V12 engine, while the new Range Rover Sport SV is also powered by a twin-turbocharged BMW engine […]
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2025 Ford F-150 review | CarExpert
After letting Ram and Chevrolet get the jump, Ford finally introduced a factory-backed right-hand drive F-150 in Australia in 2023. Note: This is an updated version of a review that was first published in July 2024. There have been no major changes to pricing or specifications since then. A mid-life refresh is expected to arrive shortly in the first […]
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How should you price your car when you sell it?
Understanding how much your car is worth is one thing, but then pricing it for a private sale is another art altogether. If you price your car properly, you’ll not only enjoy a more pleasant selling experience – but get better coin for your efforts. Here are eight things to keep in mind when pricing […]
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2025 Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series review
It’s an undeniably strange feeling to clamber into the cabin of a Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series and see two pedals and an automatic gear shifter. Note: This is an updated version of a review that was first published in February 2024. Since then the venerable V8 turbo-diesel engine has been axed from the range, and the new […]
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10 Holdens you may have forgotten about
Right now, Holden signage is being taken down from dealerships across the nation and the last Holdens are being snatched up by bargain-conscious buyers. The 72-year long story of Holden, Australia’s only mainstream car brand, is coming to an end. UPDATE, 22/02/2025 – As it’s now been five years since the Holden brand was shuttered […]
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Reveal date set for performance brand’s first electric SUV
Renault-owned performance brand Alpine has set an official reveal date for its newest model, set to be the next step in the French carmaker’s transition to an all-electric lineup. Previewed in October 2024 by Alpine’s A390_β concept, the production-ready A390 “sport fastback” SUV is set to make its world debut on May 27, 2025. It’ll not […]
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Isuzu MU-X to get the hardcore Walkinshaw treatment
Isuzu Ute Australia (IUA) launched the tougher, Walkinshaw-engineered D-Max Blade ute in November, and now it appears to be planning to release a similarly hardcore, locally developed version of the related MU-X off-roader. Asked at this week’s launch of the facelifted 2025 Isuzu MU-X range – now topped by a new flagship X-Terrain variant – […]
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Tesla Cybertruck gets top safety rating, but there’s a catch
The Tesla Cybertruck’s polarising design had raised questions about how it would perform in a crash. Now, some – but not all – of those questions have been answered. While Tesla included a video of the Cybertruck crashing into a wall when the long-awaited model launched in November 2023, it hasn’t been tested by an […]
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Dodge wants to take on the Mazda MX-5, Toyota GR86
Dodge hasn’t built a sports car since the Viper ended production in 2017, but its new CEO wants to offer one again. Instead of a wild V10-powered supercar, however, Dodge CEO Matt McAlear wants something much more accessible. “Is there a need [for a new Viper]? I don’t know if there’s a need,” Mr McAlear […]
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Why the Ineos Grenadier won’t offer this key safety feature
The Ineos Grenadier won’t be available in Australia with autonomous emergency braking (AEB) due to lack of “market demand”, despite the fact the potentially life-saving safety technology is being mandated. That’s because Ineos Automotive has received an exemption from the federal government regulation on the basis the British-designed, French-built wagon and dual-cab utility range is […]
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2025 Toyota RAV4 review | CarExpert
The Toyota RAV4 has been hybrid-only for some time now, and it was almost Australia’s favourite car in 2024. 2024 model shown throughout Note: This is an updated version of a review first published in August. Spare some minor specification tweaks, there haven’t been any changes to the pricing. We have updated key details such as the […]
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Audis set to get more expensive but even more premium – exec
Audi already has an armada of new and updated models coming in 2025 alone, but it also has its sights set on a more luxurious future – one that could include luxurious electric flagship models. The brand’s UK boss, Jose Miguel Aparicio, told Auto Express there will be a “step upwards in terms of premiumness, […]
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2025 Mazda CX-30 G25 GT SP AWD review
There are many different types of SUV. G25 GT SP FWD shown There’s not just the dichotomy between rugged, body-on-frame SUVs and more car-like unibody crossover wagons. Looking within just the latter category, there are models with boxy bodies, ones that try to look like coupes, and others that really just look like hatchbacks on […]
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Podcast: Australia’s new favourite car, BMW M5 hits Mount Panorama!
James is an automotive journalist based in Melbourne, Australia. Before joining CarExpert.com.au in 2020, James has worked at leading auto media outlets including Carsales and CarAdvice, as well as at Pulse agency for Ford Australia’s communications team. In 2019 James made Mumbrella’s ‘Top 20 most prolific web authors in Australia’ list after publishing 1,360 articles between March […]
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2025 Renault Duster: Dacia’s rugged small SUV confirmed for Australia
Good news! The Dacia Duster is coming to Australia, and it’ll arrive in the second half of 2025 – but without the Romanian brand’s badge. Set to be sold by its parent company by the Renault Duster, the rugged small SUV has been rumoured to launch locally for years, and the decision has finally been […]
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Which small SUV should you buy in 2025?
While not always a strictly necessary purchase, SUVs are the dominant vehicle type in the Australian new car market, and small SUVs have seemingly overtaken hatchbacks and sedans as the car of choice for singles and young families. A whopping 181,197 small SUVs were sold in 2024, a four per cent increase over the year […]
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2025 Lexus LBX price and specs
The Lexus LBX small SUV enters 2025 with no changes, except for the addition of the hotter Morizo RR version. Due to arrive in the first half of the year, it’s the most potent version of the most affordable Lexus yet, with a slightly wound-back version of the engine in the Toyota GR Yaris and […]
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Maserati MC20 GT2 Stradale Review
The Maserati MC20 is arguably the most underappreciated supercar of the decade. The Italian brand brought to market one of the most beautiful and striking supercars of recent times, backed by great performance and useability, but it failed to make a significant sales impact against the likes of Ferrari, Lamborghini and McLaren. Maserati Australia has […]
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Toyota Prado buyer’s guide: The best picks for the school run and off-road adventures
Few nameplates resonate with Australians quite like the Toyota Prado. First conceived back in the 1980s as a LandCruiser-lite, the Prado has always met so many of the rigorous demands of Australian new car buyers – seven seats? Check. Off-road chops? Check. A reliable and easy to run diesel powertrain? You guessed it – check […]
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2025 Geely EX5: Model Y rival arriving in Australia, launch imminent
China’s Geely is one step closer to launching in Australia, with the first batch of EX5 electric SUVs set to arrive in Australia imminently. The first allocation will roll off ships at ports in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth this week, before the model officially goes on sale in March. Pre-orders have already opened […]
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Honda and Nissan officially call off merger
Although it’s been known for around a week now through leaked statements to the media, Honda and Nissan have confirmed their mega-merger is no longer taking place. Ahead of the release of their quarterly financial statements, both automakers issued press releases stating they would “terminate their MOU [memorandum of understanding]” signed on December 23, 2024 […]
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MG to reveal multiple new models in Australia within weeks
MG Motor Australia has confirmed it will stage the local public debuts of various new models in Melbourne early this April, but it’s stopped short of confirming which. The company’s chief commercial officer, Giles Belcher, has confirmed MG Motor Australia “will reveal multiple new vehicles” and that this will be “one of the first times […]
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