Massive shift in car buying trends
May vehicle sales show that Australians are embracing new technology, prompting Toyota to make a huge move regarding its local line-up.
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Tesla killer: EV brand’s record sales
While leading electric car brands have discounted their cars in response to softening demand, one newcomer is enjoying a boom in sales.
‘Cheating’: Big scandal grips Toyota, Mazda
The world’s largest carmaker has apologised after it was found to have submitted false testing data to regulators. And other makers have been dragged into the scandal.
Car maker slashes EV price by thousands
This electric Tesla Model Y rival has had a second price cut in six months, joining a growing trend of discounting in response to slowing growth.
New car brand locked in for Australia
This niche vehicle manufacturer is returning to our shores after a long hiatus but its latest generation of cars are very different from their predecessors.
Huge change for beloved sports car
A leading carmaker has made a controversial switch to its most famous model in a move that is necessary but also sure to fire up purists.
‘A catastrophe unfolding’: Dark side of EVs
A clip has emerged of a miner interacting with members of a remote tribe. Activists say the vision exposes the dark side of how electric vehicles are made.
Toyota reveals more details on stunning new 4WD
This rugged and incredibly popular four-wheel-drive just got a massive upgrade but customers will pay handsomely for the privilege.
‘Can’t sell’: Horror news for Tesla owners
The cost of buying a Tesla, the world’s most popular electric vehicle, has plunged in recent times, pointing to trouble at the auto giant.
Budget EV targets ‘mass adoption’
This eye-catching electric compact SUV is on its way to Australia, promising to speed up the transition to electric vehicles.
Vital roadside skill Aussies struggle with
The one state where residents are the least likely to know how to change a tyre has been revealed. You’d never guess where it is.
Sydney traffic chaos, fire closes major tunnel
A truck carrying electrical goods caught fire in a major Sydney tunnel on Thursday morning, causing disruptions for multiple commuters.
‘Lucky boy’: Harrowing rescue after crash
A truck driver who crashed into a house in Sydney’s southern suburbs has been freed after hours trapped under tons of bricks.
‘Not sure’: Toyota makes major call on EVs
Automotive giant maintains that ‘no one knows the future’, maintaining its investment in combustion-powered cars.
Woman killed in horror van crash
A woman was hit and killed by a van in Sydney’s North Shore early Tuesday morning.
Huge call from ‘on track’ start-up brand
This little-known car manufacturer reckons it can be the number one brand in Australia in the near future. This is why they might be right.
Is this the end of ‘Yank Tanks’ on Aus roads?
The government has struck a new deal marking one the “biggest changes the car industry has seen” in decades.
Good news for car buyers on a budget
Another major manufacturer has introduced a scheme to offer more affordable vehicles for people struggling with the cost of living crisis.
Chinese Tesla rival headed for Australia
The electric car market is about to heat up as another cut-price brand announces plans to set up shop in Australia, starting with a sharp looking, well equipped SUV.
Bathurst legend back in production
This reborn legend of the 1980s opens the door to an exciting chapter for Australian motor racing enthusiasts.
Huge result for Aussie car buyers
Australian new car sales are booming, with motorists snapping up record numbers of vehicles in the last month.
The car they thought would never be made
This storeyed car maker is looking to defy the odds – and politicians – with a stunning new supercar that could well be the last of its kind.
How to pick up a new-car bargain
These machines might not be everyone’s first choice, but their forgotten status means that they offer tempting value for money.
Craziest US pick-up ever hits Australia
This huge American pick-up truck is set to bow out with an incredibly powerful – and expensive – final edition.
Tesla’s wild Cybertruck lands in Oz
Elon Musk might be making headlines for all the wrong reasons, but his latest creation had Aussies clambering for a closer look.
‘Ridiculous’: Why tradies won’t buy this ute
With a design reminiscent of Ford’s iconic gas-guzzling “yank tanks,” this ute has been touted as the next essential tradie purchase.
‘Ridiculous’ price for electric ute
Tradies wanting to do their bit for the environment can now order Ford’s F-150 Lightning pick-up. But they’ll need to have extremely deep pockets.
Why these cars are hot property right now
Sales of petrol-electric vehicles have more than doubled this year, as a host of new models are launched and buyers look to offset rising petrol prices.
The bowser-busting hybrids
Rising fuel costs are changing the way people think about cars, making petrol-electric hybrid options more popular than ever.
Forgotten name primed for a comeback
This car was once a popular choice for Australian families but lost favour as buyers flocked to SUVs. The brand hopes a new model will turn the tide.
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