Cop shock at number of school zone speedsters
Nearly 30 per cent of the drivers who passed through a school zone in one afternoon were issued with infringement notices for speeding
Nearly 30 per cent of the drivers who passed through a school zone in one afternoon were issued with infringement notices for speeding
Almost one in 10 new cars sold last month was powered by electricity, undermining the car industry’s argument surrounding vehicle emissions.
One of the best electric cars on sale is getting a much needed boost as it prepares for battle against new machines from the world’s top brands.
The Korean brand has leveraged its sporting sponsorships to create a star-studded advertising campaign announcing the arrival of its first workhorse ute.
This performance SUV promises to take Lexus into new territory, gunning for the best Audi, BMW and Benz have to offer.
The team behind Tesla’s new supercar say ‘there will never be another car like this’ and it will smash legendary machines from Ferrari and Porsche.
Most new-car launches are upbeat affairs with plenty of positivity and hyperbole, but the debut of the hotly anticipated bZ4X didn’t follow the script.
One Australian driver has luck on his side after winning an auction with a massive bid to snare a custom plate that hadn’t changed hands in 30 years.
The government’s new emissions target will encourage car makers to adopt this technology, which promises to make cars more powerful and efficient. But there is a big catch.
This popular small hatchback has had some major improvements added including fuel saving hybrid tech that’ll save you big at the bowser.
One of the world’s biggest car companies has just issued a massive recall for nearly 30,000 Australian vehicles.
The dollars don’t always add up for people considering a switch to green power, but a new approach from Toyota could make the difference.
Car makers are working overtime to bring in new tradie workhorses that’ll avoid being hit with big penalties from the government’s proposed emissions laws.
Green power is set to change the off-road world, and this tough-looking machine promises to lead the charge.
The country’s biggest brand has been labelled “cynical” for employing “scare tactics” against the government’s proposed CO2 standards.
More than 100,000 customers of Australia’s most popular car brand could be in line for compensation after alleged unlawful practices.
A controversial loan practice since outlawed in Australia is the subject of a class action directed at the nation’s largest automotive brand.
The proposed New Vehicle Emissions Scheme will disproportionately advantage certain car makers, and could have disastrous effects on some Aussie favourites. See which brands are at risk.
A new zero-emissions SUV from one of the most popular brands in the country has just landed and potential customers are in for a shock.
A new performance focused small car has broken cover and there is a strong chance this feisty European could be on our roads soon.
This heavily updated four-wheel-drive ute has new toys and uses significantly less fuel than before – just don’t call it a hybrid.
There is good news for car buyers as a cheap European maker could be selling its vehicles Down Under very soon, including an SUV and a ute.
A young police officer has been charged with street racing offences after he allegedly crashed his luxury car into a power pole.
The green dominance of Australia’s best-selling automotive brand could be rocked by impressive new options from rival manufacturers.
The police service have said goodbye to an icon of Australia’s car industry in what marks the end of an era.
Tradies on the hunt for a new ride are in luck with a big name brand slashing the price of its dual-cab workhorse by thousands.
Australia’s most affordable EV has been discounted by thousands of dollars, making it less expensive than some similarly sized petrol cars.
New cars are getting more expensive but if you know where to look you can still get a good deal on a great new ride. Here are the cars that give you the most bang for your buck.
A shocking brawl between security guards and revellers has erupted at the popular Summernats car festival in Canberra.
This car has developed a cult following with car enthusiasts but unfortunately its time is coming to an end. Thankfully its maker is sending it out with a bang.
Tired of the Japanese giant dominating sales of fuel-sipping petrol-electric machines, this brand plans to introduce a hybrid of its own.
An efficient engine, spacious cabin and impressive driving manners help this car take the fight to established favourites.
Australians bought more new cars in 2023 than any year before, but there are some surprise winners and trends in the past year.
We bought a record number of new cars in 2023, and two leading makers were locked in a battle for bragging rights as the country’s best selling car.
In a watershed moment for the industry, a cut-price EV brand has become the world’s biggest producer of electric vehicles.
The car industry is going through one of the most dynamic periods in its history and the new arrivals this year reflect that change.
Furry friends are often overlooked when it comes to choosing a new vehicle but there are a number of practical issues that require consideration.
The year proved to be a deadly one for the roads, with tragic spikes in more than one state.
The Albanese government has ended the year with a broken promise after long-anticipated new rules to help drive the uptake of electric vehicles have been delayed.
It’s been a tough year on the family budget and some Aussies copped higher prices at the bowser than others.
New engine emission rules have been quietly introduced and could spell the end for Australia’s most popular utes, SUVs and 4WDs as we know them.
Last Christmas holidays tested the patience of EV drivers, who were forced to queue to charge. This year there are another 80,000 EVs on the road.
The last month of the year is shaping up as a frantic one in the car industry as two heavyweights slug it out for showroom honours.
Drivers in one state are being urged to use the new demerit scheme as an incentive to drive safely.
A popular car manufacturer is facing a staggering fine after it admitted to misleading more than 1000 customers.
A popular car manufacturer is facing a staggering fine after it admitted to misleading more than 1000 customers.
A young man has been hospitalised in critical condition after he allegedly lost control of his car and smashed into a parked vehicle.
A pair of budget focused vehicles have been slammed for extremely poor crash test results that are worse than any other new vehicle on sale.
Australians have bought a record number of new cars this year, despite big price rises. But buyers are being hit by a dip in resale values.
A popular brand has emerged victorious over one of its customers in a battle over ‘misleading’ fuel claims attached to every car sold in Australia.
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