Mazda Australia has included the Mazda CX-5e name – pointing to an electric Toyota RAV4 rival – among a raft of trademarks for what appear to be new electric models. The filings show the Mazda CX-5e name, suggesting a potential electric CX-5, was locally registered, along with the Mazda 2e, Mazda 3e, Mazda 6e, and…

Even after around six years on the Australian market, the current-generation Suzuki Jimny still gets looks – and that’s part of the reason it has joined the NSW Police Force. Affectionately referred to as Sergeant Jim, this liveried version of the more practical five-door Jimny XL – which was launched here late in 2023 –…

Lada launched the Azimut SUV this week, its first new model since the invasion of Ukraine and Renault’s sale of the automaker back to Russian hands for a single ruble. The Azimut boasts a thoroughly modern design with plenty of sharp creases, including the Russian brand’s signature creases above the wheel arches. It’s unclear…

The first 2025 Renault Duster SUVs have landed in Australia ahead of their official on-sale in local showrooms next month – with pricing and full details yet to be revealed. Sold under Renault’s cost-conscious Dacia sub-brand in Europe, the Romanian-built Duster is a small SUV rival to crossover SUVs like the Skoda Kamiq and Suzuki…

The production-version of the self-driving Volkswagen ID. Buzz AD taxi has been unveiled, and the automaker is hoping to make it available for use in various markets across Europe and US from 2026. Developed by the Volkswagen Group’s MOIA ride-sharing division, the ID. Buzz AD is a SAE Level 4 self-driving vehicle, meaning it drives…

The Kia Picanto is the cheapest new car you can buy in Australia right now. Note: This article is based on our most recent review of the Kia Picanto, as there have been no major changes to pricing or specification since its publication. We have updated key details such as pricing and specifications with the most…

Here it is folks: the born-again VW Kombi folks’ wagon in its finest form. By now everyone knows Volkswagen’s iconic Type 2 ‘Kombi’, which became a symbol of the flower-power 1960s after its release in 1950, has been reinvented as an all-electric van and people mover called the ID. Buzz. First released in Europe in…

Skoda Australia has unveiled a new limited version of its mid-size Karoq SUV as it gears up to celebrate 130 years since the company’s inception. Dubbed the Skoda Karoq 130 Years Edition 110TSI, the new variant builds on the base Select 110TSI but adds several more luxurious features typically reserved for the higher-spec Sportline trims…

The GWM Ora will be the first vehicle sold by the Chinese automaker in Australia to be sourced from Thailand. The Rayong plant in Thailand – which previously produced the Holden Colorado and Trailblazer for our market, before General Motors sold to GWM in 2020 – currently manufactures not only the Ora electric hatch, but…

Skoda’s fourth-generation Superb has arrived in Australia, bringing revised styling, a different engine, and slightly increased prices over its predecessor. Available in a sole Sportline variant in either sedan (liftback) or wagon body styles, the Superb now starts at $67,990 before on-road costs for the former – up from the previous model’s list price of $65,590…