Germany’s automakers – the Volkswagen Group, BMW, and Mercedes-Benz – are teaming with up the nation’s auto suppliers to jointly develop underlying software for vehicles. They are part of a consortium of 11 companies brought together by Germany’s Automotive Industry Association (VDA) that will develop an open-source software stack, which will authenticate car components and…

The facelifted GWM Haval H6 is due in showrooms this month, and the mid-size SUV range has been expanded to include front- and all-wheel drive plug-in hybrid (PHEV) variants. The related Haval H6 GT ‘coupe’ had already added a PHEV option earlier this year, but now its more traditional wagon sibling has finally gained a…

Nissan has slashed prices across its X-Trail lineup by up to $3000 from today (July 1, 2025). The Japanese auto brand says the move aims to celebrate the X-Trail nameplate’s 23rd year on the Australian market. Nissan has applied the smallest discounts to the flagship petrol variants, the all-wheel drive Ti and Ti-L, which have…

Renault is having another crack at the small SUV segment with something it believes will be quite unique in its segment. The 2025 Renault Duster – sold under Renault’s budget Dacia brand in Europe – is available to order now, ahead of showroom arrivals commencing later this month. The Duster has a rather unusual lineup…

The most affordable and most popular Mercedes-Benz EV (electric vehicle) is now cheaper, with both the new 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQA and 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQB 250+ City Edition bringing more equipment and lower entry prices for both models. The EQA 250 is the new entry point for the small electric SUV lineup, priced at $80,700 before…

The Toyota Camry has been named Australia’s best affordable mid-size car in the inaugural 2025 CarExpert Choice Awards. It beat out two finalists: the Hyundai Sonata and Skoda Octavia. The new-generation Camry, launched here in 2024, features Toyota’s latest-generation hybrid powertrain and delivers greater performance and efficiency than its predecessor. Hundreds of new car deals…

The BMW 3 Series – including both the sedan and Touring wagon – has been named best luxury mid-size car in the inaugural 2025 CarExpert Choice Awards. It beat out the Genesis G70 sedan and Shooting Brake, as well as the Lexus ES sedan. The 3 Series is one of several winning models from BMW…

Australians aren’t afraid to splurge on family transport, especially those in affluent areas like the eastern suburbs of Melbourne where I live. BMW X5s and Mercedes-Benz GLEs, in addition to their smaller counterparts, are an hourly if minute-ly sight on my local streets. No doubt that’s helped by the fact some of the premium auto…

Pricing for the Volkswagen Amarok 10 Deserts Edition has been announced along with national drive-away pricing across the updated MY25 Volkswagen Amarok dual-cab ute lineup, bringing the cost of every variant down. The entry-level Amarok Core TDI405 Core is now priced at $55,990 drive-away – $1000 more than its previous list price which did not…

Kia has published a full list of Tasman accessories and pricing for each item, ahead of its new ute’s launch in July. The items range from a $53 aromatherapy diffuser all the way up to a $6114 premium canopy. There are side steps, roof racks, and bike carriers included on the price list, as well…