China's Geely has showcased its new design language and hybrid technologies, plus a 1000hp tri-motor 4WD platform at Auto China 2026.
James Wong
The first Paul Smith Edition to be offered in Australia has landed, adding the designer’s playful character to the Cooper SE electric hatch.
Damion Smy
The second US auto giant in as many days has lifted its earnings outlook, with tariff refunds providing a much-needed boost.
The Chinese brand says new export-market models will get a physical key, while existing models are expected to follow with a model-year update.
Alborz Fallah
The German brand has revealed early details of its new hybrid system, which will debut in the Volkswagen Golf hatch and T-Roc small SUV.
The Chinese brand says the Asia-Pacific has become a bigger focus but it doesn’t yet have the ladder-frame platform needed for a traditional dual-cab.
After a long teaser campaign, the Volkswagen ID. Polo has been launched in Europe to take on the Renault 5 E-Tech.
Derek Fung
Honda's updated family SUV brings improved tech and an expanded hybrid lineup that better aligns with what new car buyers actually want.
Josh Nevett
The all-new Tiggo V blends traditional large SUV practicality with ute-like flexibility, and it could be heading to Australia.
Dave Kavermann
Renault is recalling some examples of its Megane RS hot hatch due to a potential engine sensor defect.
Max Davies
GWM could plug a tiny gap in its Australian lineup with a large plug-in hybrid SUV offering a long electric driving range.
William Stopford
A second recall within a week affects newer versions of all three VWs, with a software issue potentially leading to power steering failure.
The electric luxury SUV formerly known as the e-tron has been recalled to fix a potential braking issue which could lead to brake failure.
The Japanese automotive giant has set a new global sales record despite tariff uncertainty and growing competition from Chinese brands.
The GWM Tank 500 will follow the Cannon Alpha in losing its hybrid option in Australia, but both are getting a new turbo-diesel engine this year.
Fires at a key US supplier have disrupted F-150 production, but Ford Australia says local stocks won’t be affected.
American luxury brand Cadillac says it will collaborate with "local experts" to grow its retail network, as it plans to launch an additional two models.
The Italian brand will launch its next-gen Giulia sedan – including a combustion-powered BMW M3-rivalling flagship – and Stelvio SUV in 2028.
The Golf-size Leapmotor B05 has gained a hotter Ultra flagship ahead of the electric hatchback's launch in Europe and Australia by the end of this year.
The boss of GWM believes electric power is best kept for smaller, city-focused vehicles, but promises to launch EVs with less quirky styling.
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 is still a cool, quirky player in a world of bland EVs – but that doesn't mean all variants make sense.
The Lepas L4 has debuted in Beijing alongside the larger L6, and both electric SUVs are potential candidates for Australia.
GWM's new, larger-displacement four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine will produce more torque than Ford's V6, and only slightly less power.
Millions of Victorian motorists will be able to apply for the 20 per cent cash-back offer covering up to two cars.
Marton Pettendy
