Category: Auto

It seems the axing of Bentley’s legendary twin-turbocharged 6.0-litre W12 last year wasn’t all bad news, since the V8 that…

The Takata airbag saga continues with BMW recalling close to 3000 examples of its 3 Series due to defective inflators…

A BMW X5 driver has been fined $1854 and hit with eight demerit points after an alleged 196km/h blast near…

The 2025 LDV eTerron 9 has been spotted in all of its boxy glory in Sydney just weeks before its…

The MG S5 EV has arrived, and by golly has it made an impression. Not so much because of its…

The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) reports total new vehicle deliveries in Australia in its monthly VFACTS report. But…

Australia and the MGA go way back. From 1957 to mid-1962 more than 2000 MGAs were assembled in factories at…

The upgraded 2025 Volvo XC90 is now on sale, bringing refreshed styling and more standard equipment, but slightly higher prices and one…

The Toyota Fortuner is still alive and kicking in Australia, despite being axed in other markets. WATCH: Paul’s video review…

Mitsubishi says it intends to remain profitable in Australia while offering good-value products, but it won’t slash its prices to…

General Motors (GM) has confirmed a second North American factory will begin making its new sixth-generation small-block V8, at the Tonawanda…

Alpine’s stunning 2022 Alpenglow concept appears to be the inspiration for an all-new supercar that could find its way into…

KGM SsangYong will formally be known as KGM Australia from June 1, 2025, accompanied by a new slogan – the…

The Volkswagen Tiguan R has proven to be a sales success both here in Australia and around the world, but…

It’s been almost five years since Peugeot last offered a hot hatch bearing its iconic GTi badge, but it’s about…

A mysterious, camouflaged ute spied in China may be a BYD Shark 6 in drag. Images shared by Chinese website…

Gee, when did vans get so good? Seriously, I was expecting a circa 18-hour drive in a van to be,…

The upgraded 2025 Volvo XC90 is now on sale, with refreshed styling and modest price increases. The Ultra B5 Bright…

BMW pulled the covers off the Speedtop at the 2025 Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este on the shores of Lake Como,…

The Ford Transit Custom has only ever been offered here with diesel power, but now the cargo van is getting…

Lexus recently unveiled its updated 2025 LX range which – apart from gaining some new tech features – is also…

The updated petrol-powered Mitsubishi Outlander has received retuned steering and suspension, plus new equipment, but all members of the range…

Once upon a time, Smart was a brand that specialised in small city cars, but modern legislation and market forces…

BYD is offering a few end-of-financial-year deals on its Shark 6 plug-in hybrid (PHEV) dual-cab ute following the end of…

Chery’s first and thus far only electric vehicle (EV) in Australia now has a slightly different name. The Chery Omoda…

Ford Australia has announced a new limited edition ‘blackops’ version of its popular Ranger ute-based Everest off-roader, to help defend…

Automotive proving grounds are mysterious places. They’re usually hidden in far-flung pockets away from prying eyes to keep the next…

A BMW dealer in Melbourne is kicking off the countdown to the end-of-financial-year with a limited-time offer that could see…

When the Chery Tiggo 7 Pro launched back in August 2023, it came across as pretty decent value for money…

The Y63 Nissan Patrol will include several Australian-made parts when it goes on sale around the world – and in…

The BMW X3 has been the premium German auto brand’s best-seller for years now, and as the all-new fourth-generation model…

Six secure parking spaces at 2 Phillip Street, close to the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge, have sold for…

Jeepers, what’s a Zeekr? This relatively new electrified Chinese brand is looking to move into the more premium space, backed…

A dual-cab ute has sat at the top of the Australian sales charts for almost a decade, the Toyota HiLux…

If you know, you know. For many people, a Kia Carnival is a car you rent on holiday, thoroughly enjoy…

After it almost became extinct, extended-range electric vehicle (EREV) technology is undergoing a resurgence, and not just in the form…

The all-electric Ram 1500 REV ute, and the closely related range-extender Ram 1500 Ramcharger, are delayed, again. Responding to a…

An allegedly attention-seeking Volkswagen Golf R driver has learned the hard way just how noisy their exhaust is. “Whilst Liverpool…

The new Toyota bZ4X Touring unveiled overnight is a longer, more upright, and more rugged-looking version of the facelifted bZ4X.…

Automatic stop/start systems in new cars are being targeted by the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) in the United States. Stop/start…

Back in 2017, Toyota Motor Corporation CEO Akio Toyoda made a bold promise – “no more boring cars.” It was…

The 2025 Haval Raptor could arrive in Australian showrooms in both petrol and hybrid forms following the launch of a…

If you’re in the market for a back-to-basics worksite workhorse, the Nissan Navara is probably on your shopping list. Despite…

Mini has launched its most comprehensive JCW range to date, featuring everything from smoking-hot petrol-powered hatchbacks to stylish convertibles and,…

Not long after the fourth-generation 1 Series hatch arrived in Australia, the new 2 Series Gran Coupe sedan now completes BMW’s…

Facebook groups continue to offer a ‘marketplace’ for drivers to sell demerit points and infringements to other drivers across Australia. …

While the rest of the facelifted Skoda Enyaq range was unveiled at the beginning of 2025, the hottest variant, the…

The Kia Carnival lineup has been expanded, with its hybrid powertrain now available in two additional model grades. This gives…

Automotive design firm Italdesign may be sold by owner Audi as the Volkswagen Group seeks to tighten its financial belt.…

In this era of wall-to-wall screens, you’d be forgiven for thinking in-car displays are taking over automotive interiors, and that…

The Isuzu MU-X range has been updated, and with the revamped and revised lineup, the Japanese brand has added a…

The Volkswagen Golf will reportedly be offered with both combustion and battery-electric powertrains well into the next decade. Autocar reports…

In a world where electric and hybrid technology is reshaping the way we travel, bold claims are everywhere. And few…

The Toyota Corolla Cross GR Sport has been confirmed for Australia – with pricing yet to be announced – as…

The Volvo XC70 is back, but this time around it’s a not jacked high-riding wagon, but a plug-in hybrid crossover.…

Queensland is rolling out new ‘tailgating awareness monitors’ aimed at discouraging drivers from engaging in the unsafe act. But while…

While the Holden Captiva left the new car scene in 2018, the nameplate has soldiered on overseas, and is now…

Ford has postponed its full-year financial forecast, and announced US President Donald Trump’s tariffs introduced in April will cost it…

If a Type 992 is a little too common and sanitised, and you’ve got megabucks burning a hole in your…

China’s Great Wall Motor (GWM) has revealed it’s been developing its first supercar for five years now, and promises the…

When you think of the modern mid-size SUV, you probably think of growing families and mature drivers who appreciate grown…

Over 150 brands, more than 30,000,000 new cars sold each year, and a focus on fast development proves China means…

If you’re shopping for an affordable, family-friendly small SUV, chances are the MG ZS has popped up on your radar.…

Cadillac will soon reveal the Optiq-V, which will be only the third SUV and the second electric vehicle to wear…

The Polestar 2 is a niche player in a fairly niche segment of the Australian auto market. The mid-size battery-electric…

General Motors has confirmed it’s voluntarily recalling Chevrolet Silverado 1500s powered by its ‘L87’ V8 due to a defect that…

The third-generation Jeep Compass has been leaked ahead of its in the not-too-distant future. Photos of the Compass have appeared…

After two generations of front- and all-wheel drive layouts, BMW could revive the traditional rear-wheel drive configuration for its 1…

An updated Mazda CX-5 may be just months away, ahead of an all-new model next year, but there’s a lot…

The production version of the Isuzu D-Max EV concept has been revealed at the Birmingham commercial vehicle show in the…

The only constant in life is change, unless you’re talking about the Kia Seltos. Note: This is an updated version of…

Despite several of its compatriots heading down a new path in the electrified vehicle space, China’s Great Wall Motors (GWM)…

An electric Cadillac SUV? In Australia? That’s big news, and quite the breath of fresh air in a market that’s…

The Chery Himla ute revealed at this month’s Shanghai motor show won’t be sold here, and instead Chery Australia will…

The Kia Sportage range finally has a hybrid option to go up against the Toyota RAV4. Note: This is an updated version of…

“What is it?” curious onlookers ask as they crowd around the low-slung sports car in the parking lot. Then comes…

The Volkswagen T-Roc has been German auto giant’s best-selling car in Australia for a while now, but last year it was overtaken…

Mazda has quietly reduced prices for its flagship CX-90 seven-seat SUV, which is otherwise unchanged for 2025. Prices have been…

The Hyundai Kona Electric has grown up. Note: This is an updated version of a review first published in October 2024. Pricing…

After launching only with sedans, Korean luxury brand Genesis has been busily rolling out SUVs – and its latest concept…

The MG Cyber X concept was revealed at the 2025 Shanghai motor show, and likely previews a production model for…

Dual-cab utes are the most popular vehicles on sale today in Australia, but if you’re after a workhorse that does…

As Australia’s population continues to grow, our cities have gotten both bigger and busier. Despite this, city cars have lost…

After six months, 10,000km and one new tyre, sadly it’s time to hand the little Nissan Qashqai e-Power back. Just…

Australians are spoilt for choice when it comes to purchasing a factory-backed full-size US pickup in 2025. In addition to…

Don’t worry. This is still CarExpert and not TruckExpert. Isuzu is currently in the process of launching a new-generation version…

The battle among Australia’s small SUVs will get a new entrant later this year from Chery’s spin-off brand, Omoda. The…

The Kia Tasman is now available to order in Australia, ahead of first customer deliveries in July. Kia will first…

South Australia’s mobile phone detection cameras haven’t yet been online for a year, but one recidivist motorist has already tallied…

Premium auto brand Genesis is famous for its smooth luxury models, it’s about to launch high-performance Magma vehicles, and now…

The updated 2025 Subaru WRX will arrive in Australian showrooms this month, with significant safety and tech upgrades now available…

The seventh-generation Volkswagen Multivan is finally here. A model that we first tested overseas in late 2021, the all-new Multivan…

The Land Rover Defender family is set to grow, with a smaller electrified SUV wearing the popular nameplate due to…

MG revealed its first ever ute – the U9 – in Melbourne just over one week ago, and now the…

MG is the latest carmaker to go for a boxy look in its upcoming SUVs, previewing the Cyber X which…

Our series on brand overviews continues, and again with another Chinese newcomer. This time, it’s Xpeng, which holds the unique…

Skoda expects a sales recovery in Australia over the coming years as new products continue to hit the local market.…

While other established brands are cutting prices and lengthening warranties to fend off increasing Chinese competition, Subaru Australia says its…

Australia is undoubtedly a ute-heavy market, with some models beating out SUV favourites to be the best-selling vehicles in the…

Two of Australia’s largest automotive industry groups are at odds over the federal Opposition’s proposal to scrap fines for carmakers…

The Mercedes-Benz C200 Sport Edition is yet another special edition from the three-pointed star, which is now on sale and…

There’s fashionably late, and then there’s Volkswagen ID.4 late. Europe’s number one auto brand has had a competitor for the…

Xpeng has rolled out a global over-the-air (OTA) software update for its electric vehicles (EVs), with a key focus being…

A university study has found that an increase in new electric vehicle (EV) sales has led to a rise in…

A New South Wales learner driver has had their licence suspended after driving a rented Lamborghini Huracan unsupervised. On the…

Australian automotive engineering icon Walkinshaw will once again tune the Volkswagen Amarok, teasing the second-generation W-Series ute. Volkswagen Amarok W-Series…

Police in Victoria have arrested four people in relation to an organised car theft syndicate in Melbourne, having recovered 36…

A Greens councillor in Sydney is calling for parking fees to be tripled for SUVs, calling them “big problems, big…

Mercedes-Benz Australia has recalled 37 examples of its CLA-Class small sedan, due to a fault with its rear brake hoses that can cause…

Daylight savings has now ended in the southern states of Australia, heralding the beginning of colder months and potentially riskier…

It’s a term we use a lot in the automotive world, but to the average person in Australia ‘rebadging’ –…

Electric vehicle (EV) sales have gotten off to a rocky start this year, with market-leader Tesla’s disappointing performance dragging volumes…

It’s been more than a decade since Australia last held an international motor show and, with the current state of…

The premium carpark has a new entrant with the arrival of IM Presented by MG Motor. Revealed today at the…

If you want a big, three-row SUV with electric power in Australia, you don’t have many options – though one…

US President Donald Trump’s plan to implement reciprocal tariffs of at least 10 per cent on the country’s trading partners…

Two days after the upcoming Mazda EZ-60 was officially teased, photographers have now captured a development prototype of the all-new…

Few vehicles tick as many boxes as a fast wagon. With a big boot, low driving position, seating for five…

A new report from one of Australia’s largest car insurance providers has uncovered a troubling gap between local motorists’ confidence…

Who would have thought the 1980s would be the antidote for the polarisation of society today? The Hyundai Insteroid concept…

Volkswagen Australia may finally have gotten its hands on electric vehicles (EVs), but the German brand’s local arm won’t be…

Genesis will open its first “agency” in Australia in mid-2025, with a brand-new showroom in Sydney’s northwest forming part of…

Victoria Police has caught a learner driver involved in a high-speed street race in Melbourne’s south-eastern suburbs, driving without a…

We’ve all had a Mitsubishi Magna at one point, or at least known somebody who did. Now, to commemorate the…

GWM’s spin-off brand Tank revealed the wild Tank 700 back in 2023, and according to Australian executives, it’s still planned…

While GWM has just added a new turbo-diesel engine option to the Tank 300 off-roader, there have been more changes…

Life is tough at the top. Note: This is an updated version of a review that first went live in…

GWM has only just introduced a turbo-diesel engine to its Tank 300 body-on-frame SUV, and the company claims it’s already…

Tucked away in the back of a teaser image released by Nissan earlier this week was a boxy new SUV,…

The Coalition’s proposal to cut the fuel excise tax by half has been met with criticism for two of Australia’s…

A federal election is due to take place within two months, and Australia’s major political parties have already started to…

The covers have been whipped off the third-generation Nissan Leaf ahead of production beginning this year, and sales commencing in…

Volvo Car Australia has confirmed it will roll out its latest software interface to some 35,000 existing vehicles later this…

Hyundai’s fun-sized Inster has received a wild concept car makeover. Called the Insteroid – a portmanteau of Inster and Steroid…

The Hemi V8 sure looked like it was on the way to extinction under former Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares, but…

Critically ill children have been treated to unique automotive experiences across Australia for the last two weeks, with the Driven…

The driver of a Lamborghini Gallardo is almost $1900 poorer and will be without his licence for the next six…

Formula 1 came to Melbourne again last week, and we’re already missing the action of the world’s premier motorsport so…

The flagship Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has been given another price increase, but the V8-powered pickup’s equipment list is unchanged. General…

More and more Chinese brands are making the trip to Australia, and Geely is among the latest. You may know…

Just under 90 per cent of all new Fords sold in Australia in 2024 were Rangers or Everests. The Ranger…

Brisbane electric vehicle (EV) energy management and charging manufacturer EVOS has penned a deal that will see its chargers manufactured…

MG has officially revealed its new-generation electric hatchback after it was uncovered in a Chinese government filing earlier this week.…

Audi has confirmed it will end production of the A1 hatch and Q2 small SUV in 2026 as it gears…

This is the next-generation MG 4… or is it an MG 3 EV, or an MG E5? Car News China…

Cupra is preparing to introduce several new electric vehicles (EVs) into the Australian market, and it’s intent on launching each…

Porsche Australia has recalled 11 examples of the 911 sports car as the rear seatbelts mightn’t work properly. “Due to…

Australia is set to gain at least half a dozen new car brands this year, and one more could soon…

The long wait at a charging station could be over, according to BYD. The Chinese automotive giant has unveiled its…

More details about the wild Renault 5 Turbo 3E have been announced, ahead of the hot electric hatchback coming to…

Audi Australia has recalled two examples of the RS6 after discovering the performance wagon’s passenger airbag may be damaged. “On…

MG has a big year ahead as it looks to roll out a raft of new vehicles and enter segments…

Australia’s new car market houses an eclectic mix of automotive brands from all corners of the globe. There are the…

It’s been five years since the last-generation Holden Commodore was officially pulled from Australian showrooms, but its twin continues on…

“EVs don’t have the strength to tow our big caravan,” loudly explained the gentleman to his female companion at the…

The Volkswagen Group’s Czech brand Skoda will give the public its first taste of the first all-electric Octavia in six…

Nissan is recalling petrol-powered versions of the current-generation Qashqai as a wiring harness issue could lead to a vehicle fire.…

The race between Australia’s cheapest new cars just got a little closer. MG handed the baton over to the Kia…

The hottest member of the new W214-series Mercedes-Benz E-Class lineup – for now – has been priced for Australia. The…

The Australian Government’s Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) exemption for certain electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) has cost taxpayers…

Geely has just relaunched in Australia with its cut-price EX5 mid-sized electric SUV, and it has plenty more products in…

The returning Geely brand’s debut product in Australia is even cheaper than expected. The mid-sized Geely EX5 electric SUV is…

Australia is the latest nation to be hit with “congestion fees” when motorists use certain Tesla Superchargers in peak times.…

The MG S5 EV is arriving soon as a replacement for the ZS EV, and government documents show there could…

There’s so much drama going on with Nissan at the moment, but its X-Trail is the definition of drama-free. This…

The electric vehicle (EV) Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) exemption for novated lease vehicles is ending for plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) on…

Plug-in hybrid (PHEV) sales are on the rise, but there’s not long left if you want to score significant savings.…

Jeep just axed the Grand Cherokee, one of its longest-running nameplates in Australia and a model that once challenged the…

If you’re like me, there’s never a moment when the garage doesn’t have a project car on the go. While…

The last Ford Focus will roll down the production line in Germany in November 2025, bringing an end to a…

At first glance, it appears that Mercedes-AMG has fallen into the trap of assuming that more is, well… more, when…

The facelifted GR Yaris is here, and what a weapon it is. Take everything good about the previous GR Yaris…

The middle child in Audi’s family of electric SUVs has finally arrived, and it lands with a great deal of…

The BYD Dolphin has received a host of mid-life upgrades in its home market, with the small electric hatchback now…

The Honda ZR-V isn’t the obvious choice for a smaller mid-sized SUV, but it’s not immediately clear why. Sure, there…

It’s difficult to overstate the importance of the (breathes) Mercedes-Benz GLC with EQ Technology. It’s all in the long-winded name…

SPONSORED: If it wasn’t enough for Chery Australia to sell up a storm in 2024 with its new Tiggo 4…

The Honda ZR-V range now opens at $37,900 drive-away for 2025, thanks to a $2000 price cut. The rest of…

Talk about an interesting introduction to the market. WATCH: Paul’s video review of the 2025 Toyota LandCruiser Prado Altitude The…

With car thefts at an all-time high in Victoria and presenting an ongoing issue in other Australian states and territories,…

Although BYD beat GWM to the punch by launching the Shark 6 as Australia’s first plug-in hybrid (PHEV) ute, the…

Discussions surrounding electric vehicles (EVs) almost always circle back to the issue of driving range, and the phenomenon of ‘range…

The upcoming Lamborghini Temerario super sports car features a new twin-turbo V8 hybrid powertrain. But how does it work, and how…

Stellantis – the parent company of Jeep, Ram, Peugeot and Fiat, among others – reported a significant profit decrease in…

GWM already offers five SUVs in Australia with another due to launch before the end of 2025, but the Chinese…

After rolling out a range of electric SUVs, Kia is now planning to launch an electric sedan in Australia. The…

Nissan’s dual-cab beast is entering its fifth year on sale, and it’s just as tough as it was when it…

The MG Marvel R – the Chinese brand’s closest rival yet to the Tesla Model Y – has been spotted…

A senior Audi executive has admitted the brand’s interior quality isn’t what it once was, but says the carmaker will…

BYD has officially revealed its refreshed Atto 3 electric SUV in China, but it’s unclear when it’ll go on sale…

The undisputed leader in the people-mover segment in Australia saw an important addition to its range last year. Note: This…

Ford Australia and its new Supercars partner Triple Eight Race Engineering could team up to offer an official motorsport-themed Mustang…

You could view this as two premium British auto brands going head-to-head or, technically speaking, you could view it as…

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…

Zeekr is among the newest brands arriving in Australia, and despite currently selling just two models locally it has plenty…

It’s an undeniably strange feeling to clamber into the cabin of a Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series and see two pedals and an…

The mid-sized SUV segment is one of the most saturated in Australia, and there are more options entering the market…

Renault-owned performance brand Alpine has set an official reveal date for its newest model, set to be the next step…

Isuzu Ute Australia (IUA) launched the tougher, Walkinshaw-engineered D-Max Blade ute in November, and now it appears to be planning…

The Tesla Cybertruck’s polarising design had raised questions about how it would perform in a crash. Now, some – but…