Volvo EX30owners will soon be able to use their vehicle as a power source, with Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) capability set to arrive as part of updates introduced overseas for the 2026 model year. The first Volvo to offer the technology, the EX30 will gain V2L via an over-the-air (OTA) software update scheduled for later this year.…

Traditional sedans are on the edge of extinction. The mid-size four-door was once a staple of suburban driveways, but its popularity – and the proliferation of models available – has been eroded by the shifting sands created by the introduction of the modern SUV. Sure, the sedan is a little better protected at the top-end…

Senior executives from Mazda Europe have revealed a few details about the next-generation MX-5, which will likely have some form of electrification. Jo Stenuit, Mazda Europe’s design director, told AutoRAI.nl the company “did a project in 2024 where we explored the possibilities for the [next-generation] MX-5”. Although “nothing is set in stone yet”, Mr Stenuit…

The Mitsubishi Outlander is one of the Japanese brand’s star pupils. It accounts for around a third of its sales in Australia, and it's one of the top three best-selling mid-size SUVs on the market. After finally launching the fourth generation of the popular SUV here in late 2021, Mitsubishi treated the Outlander to a…

Two decades ago engineers at Mazda Europe secretly plonked a 2.5-litre V6 into the Mazda MX-5, and found a few issues. Christian Schultze, Mazda Europe’s director of research and operations, revealed to AutoRAI.nl the company’s European engineers built a prototype MX-5 with a 2.5-litre V6. Although Mr Schultze doesn’t mention which generation of MX-5…

As it launches its updated range of Daily commercial vans and trucks, Iveco has reaffirmed its commitment to its Australian customers, with the brand actively working to improve reliability and aftersales support. Speaking to CarExpert, Iveco Australia’s head of business operations, Glen Dyer, said the company is aware of its reputation and has introduced measures…

There’s still more progress to be made on internal combustion engines, according to Chery – China’s largest vehicle exporter – despite the nation’s automotive industry forging a reputation for electric vehicles (EVs). A raft of automakers previously pledged to sell only EVs by specific target dates, such as Volvo, Mercedes-Benz and Volkswagen – only to…

Mercedes-Benz has introduced another special-edition C-Class, this time based on the top-spec C300 but adding a sportier look for a lower price. The Mercedes-Benz C300 AMG Line Plus Edition is priced at $95,400 before on-road costs, but until June 30 (2026) it’s being offered for $94,900 drive-away. The C300 on which it’s based, in…

The Australian Government says the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES) has given Australians more choice when it comes to electric vehicles (EVs) – and has contributed to an overall 1.9 per cent reduction in greenhouse gases over the previous 12 months. Speaking on the ABC AM radio program, Chris Bowen – the Minister for Climate…

Insiders claim Ford’s luxury brand Lincoln is planning a luxury off-roader, designed to compete against the Mercedes-Benz G-Class. Based on the Ford Bronco – which shares its platform with the Ranger ute – the premium SUV could also offer buyers an alternative to the Land Rover Defender and Ineos Grenadier, according to US publication Autoweek.…