The next-generation BMW X5 will have the option of a range extender EV as this drivetrain continues to gain popularity, especially in China. Range extenders have gained popularity there as they allow for primarily EV operation during regular commutes, and freedom from range anxiety and worrying about charging infrastructure during road trips. According to Autocar,…

The traditional family car has changed a lot over the last 20 years. Today, SUVs have taken over from conventional three-box sedans as the default option for Australian new car consumers. 2025 Honda Accord e:HEV RS 2025 Toyota Camry SL. Consequently – and even long after the demise of keystone vehicles like the Holden Commodore…

Polestar is offering sizeable end of year discounts across its three-model electric vehicle (EV) lineup until June 30, 2025 or while stocks last. A free Plus Pack upgrade is now available for selected pre-configured Polestar 3 large SUV, Polestar 4 mid-size SUV and 2025 Polestar 2 fastback vehicles ordered between June 2 and June 30, 2025,…

The Subaru Crosstrek is a very popular compact SUV that offers a point of difference over like-priced rivals. Note: This article is based on our most recent review of the Subaru Crosstrek, as there have been no major changes for 2025. We have updated key details such as pricing and specifications with the most up to…

The King’s Birthday long weekend (for all states and territories except Queensland and Western Australia) got off to a bad start for three males who had their licences suspended within about an hour of each other following three separate incidents on the same section of road near Sydney, New South Wales on Friday night. According…

Porsche has a new hypercar based on its Le Mans Daytona hybrid (LMDh) class race car, but it’s just a one-off. Unveiled ahead of this week’s 24 Hours of Le Mans, the new 963 RSP is based on the 963 race car that competes in the FIA’s World Endurance Championship – of which Le Mans…

UPDATED 09/06/2025 10:00am: This article has been updated to reflect recent changes to the warranties offered by Hyundai, BYD, Xpeng and Leapmotor, and the addition of new warranties from Geely and Jaecoo. There are more than 60 auto brands currently present in Australia. More are coming every year, and each one has unique warranty periods…

The Cupra Born is no longer on the company’s Australian website, and Volkswagen Group Australia (VGA) confirmed the electric hatch is no longer on sale in Australia now that local stocks of the car have run dry. That said, the Born may not be away for too long. In March this year, Cupra said it…

Have we moved on from the 1960s being the go-to decade for retro automotive design cues? Though the design of the latest S650-series Ford Mustang still nods to the early years of the iconic pony car, as most of its generations have, its latest special edition is looking towards the more recent past. The FX…

The facelifted Kia Sportage range won’t be joined by a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) option to compete with Mitsubishi and an increasing number of Chinese brands, as well as the next-generation Toyota RAV4, says the brand’s local product boss. Speaking with CarExpert at the Australian media launch of the upgraded mid-size SUV, Kia Australia general manager…