CarExpert has been given an early preview of Chery’s first dual-cab ute Down Under, a model being developed jointly between Australia and China ahead of a local launch expected late next year. Closely related to China’s Rely KP3X (another brand under the Chery umbrella), the vehicle will ride on a new ladder-frame platform and is…

Chery Australia says it isn’t participating in the rolling discount cycle among other Chinese brands, arguing that constant sticker changes erode trust and harm resale values. Lucas Harris, Chery Australia’s chief operating officer, told CarExpert the brand’s approach is “get it right at launch, then hold” rather than chasing frequent price moves from rivals. “For us,…

The updated 2026 Ram 2500 Heavy Duty pickup truck lands in Australia with more luxury, more tech and a big lift in outputs from its overhauled 6.7‑litre Cummins turbo‑diesel. Using the same proven ladder‑frame platform as before, it introduces an eight‑speed automatic, an updated five‑seat cabin, and standard black pack styling. For first-time buyers…

Chery wants to be one of Australia’s top five best-selling auto brands by 2027, and have another marque – OmodaJaecoo – inside the top 10. However, Chery Australia chief operating officer Lucas Harris says the goal will be earned through execution rather than rhetoric. “Any brand that says to you they don’t want to be…

Chery Australia says the company’s growing family of brands, including Chery, Omoda Jaecoo and, soon, Lepas — are designed to reach different types of buyers rather than sit on a traditional premium ladder. And he isn’t ruling out more badges joining the local mix in future. The company’s chief operating officer, Lucas Harris, told CarExpert that, unlike for example…

The current-generation Volkswagen Amarok won’t be offered with an electric or plug-in hybrid powertrain, according to company executives. As recently as April 2025, Volkswagen said it was “seriously considering” an electric (EV) or plug-in hybrid (PHEV) Amarok – however, those projects now appear to have been axed. But while Volkswagen has ruled out electrified versions…

Aside from the Mercedes-Benz R63 AMG, performance people movers have never been a thing. Bisimoto and Jordan Distributors are seeking to correct that wrong with the Honda Odyssey Type R that’s now on display at SEMA 2025 in Las Vegas. According to the creators, they tried to use as many Honda parts as possible, and…

If you didn’t know, when it comes to delivery vans the Ford Transit Custom is the cool kid on the block. While there are a handful of mid-size commercial vans on the market – on a spectrum to suit most budgets – the Transit Custom differentiates itself by being the van for people who want…

Aside from the Mercedes-Benz R63 AMG, performance people movers have never been a thing. Bisimoto and Jordan Distributors are seeking to correct that wrong with the Honda Odyssey Type R that’s now on display at SEMA 2025 in Las Vegas. According to the creators, they tried to use as many Honda parts as possible, and…