The heavily upgraded Mercedes-Benz S-Class has made its world debut, five years after the German automaker’s current W223-series flagship sedan debuted in 2020. Mercedes-Benz says the 2026 S-Class represents the most comprehensive mid-cycle update in the model’s history, with more than 50 per cent of the extra-large luxury limousine (around 2700 components) being newly developed,…

The Volvo XC90 and EX90 are the brand’s flagship models, but the Swedish marque is keen on stepping up a size to take on the Mercedes-Benz GLS and BMW X7. During a briefing last week in Stockholm, Volvo CEO Håkan Samuelsson told the media demand for three-row SUVs continues to grow in the US and…

Porsche Cars Australia is recalling the hottest member of the Porsche Taycan lineup, the Turbo GT, due to an issue that could affect some of its airbags from deploying. “Due to a manufacturing issue, the wiring harness under the front seats may not have been positioned according to specifications,” the company says in its recall…

Mercedes-Benz has previewed the second model in its ultra-exclusive Mythos Series, releasing images of a camouflaged vehicle – which could be V8-powered – based on the CLE coupe. The latest images show a camouflaged version of what the automaker calls an “extreme new model” for the Mythos Series, testing in wintry conditions in Sweden. …

Cupra has celebrated the opening of its new Essendon Fields 'Garage' in Melbourne with the delivery of its 10,000th vehicle in Australia. The feat comes four years after the sporty Spanish brand first launched in Australia, with the milestone delivery a new Cupra Terramar – the brand's newest SUV. "Reaching 10,000 deliveries in Australia is…

Porsche has announced former McLaren chief design officer Tobias Sühlmann will replace Michael Mauer as its head of design, effective February 1, 2026. Mr Sühlmann, who worked on the McLaren 750S and Artura Spider sports cars, will replace Michael Mauer, who has been with the German sports car maker since 2004. Mr Mauer oversaw the…

Genesis, in collaboration with new partner CKD Automotive, has further expanded its retail presence in Australia by opening another showroom in Sydney. The Genesis Northern Beaches Showcase, located in Brookvale, is now open. It’s the second of what Genesis calls ‘Agency Showcases’, with the other being Genesis Castle Hill which the brand opened with CKD…

The Tesla Model S and Model X, arguably more so than the niche Roadster, cemented the US electric vehicle (EV) maker’s status as a high-tech disruptor brand. They're now being axed. The large, luxurious liftback and crossover SUV duo, long its most premium vehicles, will exit production this year. Tesla CEO Elon Musk made…

The 2026 Ineos Grenadier 4×4 off-roader has been updated with an expanded lineup including a new Black Edition, as well as steering and cabin tweaks across the range. All Grenadiers receive a new variable-ratio steering box that the automaker says delivers improved precision and responsiveness. The update is also claimed to deliver a five per…

A facelift for the Hyundai Kona SUV – the Korean brand’s best-selling model in Australia – has reportedly been cancelled, with the company skipping it in favour of bringing the next generation to showrooms sooner. Reports from The Korean Car Blog say the automaker won’t bring any further updates to the current ‘SX2’ Kona small…