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  • Ford Ranger PHEV large ute to join range mid-year

    FORD HAS CONFIRMED THAT A PHEV VERSION of its large (and very popular) Ranger ute will join the range mid-2025. “The addition of PHEV to the Ranger lineup marks the first time in history that Australia’s best-selling nameplate has been offered with an electrified plug-in hybrid option, with the backing of an extensive nationwide dealer […]

  • Leapmotor launches C10 REEV long range EV

    ELECTRIC VEHICLES ARE ADVANCING by leaps and bounds, especially in the all-important area of increased range. Newcomer Leapmotor has just announced the company’s newest REEV (Range Extender Electric Vehicle) technology for the first time in Australia with the Leapmotor C10 REEV. Arriving in March, this innovative technology combines the benefits of electric vehicles (EVs) and […]

  • Zeekr launches two new models

    PREMIUM GLOBAL ELECTRIC MOBILITY TECHNOLOGY brand (as they like to define themselves) Zeekr has announced the official Australian debut of its two latest models at Everything Electric, the Southern Hemisphere’s largest EV and home energy show. The global expo brings together industry leaders, manufacturers, and experts to showcase how Australians can transition to an all-electric […]

  • Stellantis showcases five EV/hybrid models

    STELLANTIS, ONE OF THE WORLD’S LEADING automakers aiming to provide clean, safe and affordable freedom of mobility to all and best known for its unique portfolio of iconic and innovative brands, has to announced its participation in the upcoming Everything Electric Show, taking place from March 7-9, 2025, in Sydney, Australia. Stellantis will showcase five […]

  • GWM expands Tank 300 line-up with turbo-diesel

    GWM IS EXPANDING THE TANK 300 LINE-UP with the introduction of a new turbo-diesel variant. Designed to deliver exceptional off-road performance and improved efficiency, the diesel-powered Tank 300 will be available in two well-appointed grades – Lux and Ultra. At its core, the new Tank 300 diesel is powered by GWM’s robust 2.4-litre turbo-diesel four-cylinder […]

  • Kia’s Tasman ute gets closer

    KIA AUSTRALIA HAS AIRED the follow-up to their ‘Kia’s Getting a Ute’ campaign and has once again called on a cavalry of Aussie greats to confirm their most Australian product ever is arriving in Kia dealer showrooms mid-year. The story continues with a tale that features some of Australia’s biggest sporting legends, Buck the Brisbane […]

  • Deepal listens to customers, makes quick changes

    SINCE LAUNCHING IN AUSTRALIA, Deepal has made a fast and dynamic entry into the market, bringing cutting-edge electric vehicle technology to local drivers. As they continue this journey, they are listening closely to customer feedback (something we regularly hear is a rarity among car companies) and learning how Australians are engaging with their vehicles in […]

  • VW launches ID. 4 and ID. 5 electric SUVs

    VOLKSWAGEN AUSTRALIA IS LAUNCHING the ID. 4 and ID. 5 with a simple premise – these are simply better electric SUVs – backed by ultra-competitive recommended retail pricing from $59,990 (ID. 4 Pro) to $72,990 (ID. 5 GTX), plus on road costs. The Volkswagen ID. 4 and ID. 5 offer trademark German quality and engineering, plus pricing and features highly competitive […]

  • Deepal expands range with S05 and E07 SUVs

    DEEPAL IS ANOTHER NEWCOMER to the Australian market, but has joined the many companies that are self-important enough to capitalise their name, and be excited about every new release which is always “highly anticipated” and “all-new”. So, DEEPAL Australia is excited to announce the expansion of the model range with the highly anticipated DEEPAL S05 SUV and […]

  • VW expands Golf range, entry price now $36,690

    VOLKSWAGEN HAS ADDED MORE to the iconic Golf, now with an entry price of $38,690 (plus on road costs) and complete with new, larger 10.3-inch infotainment as standard and only a single option – an additional $800 for metallic paint. Volkswagen is pursuing a three-tier value, luxury and performance strategy with the iconic Golf, which […]