The Kia Stonic has received a major update for 2026, but no, you’re not looking at a new-generation light SUV here, despite the fact it looks that way. Headlining the changes are what might as well be complete overhauls for the exterior and interior, resulting in a compact crossover that looks a lot more like…

JLR Australia is recalling over 200 examples of the Jaguar I-Pace as the now-discontinued electric SUV could catch fire, but there’s no permanent fix yet. “Due to a software issue, the cell modules installed in the high voltage battery may overheat at high charge levels. If this occurs, it could lead to cabin smoke or…

Audi says its ‘technology agnostic’ approach to powertrains makes it confident of meeting Australia’s New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES) and other automotive emissions legislation around the world – including more lax regulations in the US. Speaking to CarExpert at the 2026 Australian Formula 1 Grand Prix, Audi’s global sales chief and board member Marco…

The Honda CR-V range looks very different for 2026, with multiple new hybrid options and a pared-back petrol-powered lineup of mid-size SUVs announced today. Until now, the only current-generation CR-V hybrid available was the front-wheel drive e:HEV RS variant. Now, there are four: two with front-wheel drive, and two with all-wheel drive. The CR-V e:HEV…

Audi says it has no plans to tap into the lineup of extended-range electric vehicles (EREVs) it will introduce in China for Australian showrooms, despite a push for hybrid models here – and around the world. The premium German auto brand’s global sales boss and board member Marco Schubert told CarExpert the company is guided…

The Chery Tiggo 9 was launched here last year in a single variant with a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrain and all-wheel drive, but it could be getting some company. Australian Government certification documents seen by CarExpert confirm road-use approval for a new front-wheel drive variant, which could give the large SUV a more affordable entry…

450kW is already a crazy amount of power for a people mover – even an electric one – but Chinese premium auto brand Zeekr wants to turn up the heat even more. CarNewsChina has shared a filing with the Chinese Ministry of Industry and Information Technology for the updated Zeekr 009, which lists a total…

Hyundai has issued a global stop-sale order on its flagship SUV following the death of a child in the US. Sales and deliveries of the range-topping 2026 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy have been halted in North America, Korea and Australia, ahead of a recall to rectify an issue with its power-operated second- and third-row seats, which…

Plans to bring the new Nissan Leaf to Australia have been paused “indefinitely”. Almost exactly a year ago, Nissan announced it would be launching the third-generation electric Leaf in 2026 – following the unveiling of the new model, which has evolved from a hatchback into an SUV – but the company now says it’s changing…

The new Nissan Navara Warrior is set to arrive in local showrooms before the end of 2026, but there’s no word yet on whether a competitor for the Ford Ranger Raptor is in the works. Nissan Oceania boss Andrew Humberstone confirmed the hardcore Warrior variant will follow around six to nine months after the launch…