ProsConsComfortable, refined and dynamicInterior trims look a bit cheapDistinctive exterior stylingEngine undernourished for 2.0-tonne SUVLoaded with bells and whistlesTransmission lazy in Comfort modeAmong the horde of Chinese brands set to storm the Australian market this year is GAC (Guangzhou Automobile Group), which has lofty ambitions of being a top 10 player locally by 2030. A…

Stellantis has patented a new three-speed transmission designed to bring its Jeep brand’s legendary off-road capability to electric vehicles (EV) without the need for additional motors or equipment. Jeep released its first EV in Australia in 2024 – the urban-friendly Avenger – with the larger Wagoneer S crossover SUV and rugged Recon set for Australia…

If the Tank 500 has a bit too much chrome for your liking, GWM has the solution. The 2025 GWM Tank 500 Vanta takes the flagship Ultra trim level and replaces all of its chrome exterior accents with black finishes. Priced at $75,990 drive-away, it’s now arriving in Australia, with customer deliveries set to begin…

Three men have been arrested after allegedly racking up nearly $10 million by selling counterfeit luxury goods on social media, and several high-end vehicles in their possession have been seized. A total of nine vehicles were seized in Sydney as part of Strike Force Alcova, with the cars having a combined value of approximately $3…

Luxury brand Genesis will look to debut its new hybrid drivetrain in the GV80 SUV in late 2026, according to a new report from a Korean news outlet. Korea JoongAng Daily cites “a source familiar with the matter” saying the Hyundai Motor Group subsidiary’s first hybrid model will commence production in September 2026, followed…

A Melbourne council will refund up to $12 million worth of parking fines it incorrectly issued due to an ‘administration error’ dating back more than a decade. Starting in July, Merri-bek City Council will launch a Parking Fines Refund Scheme for motorists who were issued parking infringements between July 1, 2013, and June 11, 2025.…

Audi Australia has launched limited edition versions of the A1 hatchback and Q2 andQ3crossover SUVs, which the automaker says offer as much as $7000 of value for a lower cost. Named as ‘Edition’ models – although Audi hasn’t disclosed how many of each will be available for customers – the three limited-run models are in…

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…