Why the rush to EVs poses risks
As automakers rush to introduce new electric vehicles to the market in response to Australia’s FBT face risks to safety and reliability.
As automakers rush to introduce new electric vehicles to the market in response to Australia’s FBT face risks to safety and reliability.
Swedish carmaker sets new benchmark for luxury electric SUV, combining Scandinavian design, advanced safety, sustainable materials and impressive performance.
US authorities call out EV makers over “threats of their cars” following footage of a Tesla bursting into flames after a flood.
Iconic British Brand in their own lane with ultra-luxurious SUV market.
The rise of vehicle technology is meant to make our lives easier but this feature in most cars is just plain dangerous.
Souped-up car lovers and general burnout bandits should be prepared to be pinged by new technology, soon to be installed.
Subaru’s Australian distributor ditches French cars for Chinese EVs to challenge the likes of Tesla.
A potentially deadly blaze in an Australian garage has prompted authorities to offer advice to EV owners.
Barnaby Joyce has clashed with a senior Labor MP about the possibility of China controlling its electric vehicles in Australia.
BYD says it takes customer privacy ‘very seriously’ following US concerns its cars could be accessed remotely.
Australia’s reliance on Chinese cars could be put under the spotlight by bold action in the US.
Young driver gets a rude shock following a loophole that will cost thousands of dollars to fix.
US President Joe Biden has proposed a ban on Chinese and Russian technology in the advanced driver assistance systems for modern cars.
BYD is preparing to go to war with the likes of RAM, by introducing massive new pick-up trucks for Aussie drivers
Despite more EVs and people working from home, Australian fuel prices increased at double the rate of inflation in the 12 months to June.
This hybrid dual-cab ute promises to be the most advanced car in its class while undercutting the establishment.
Electrified utes promise to revolutionise the way people work and play – and they’ll be here much sooner than you think.
As electric vehicles lose momentum, another breed of car is quietly taking the lead in Australia.
Tesla rival slashed by 25 per cent as electric car competition heats up.
Technology is meant to make driving safer but research is revealing a startling truth.
This enormous American ute is locked in for a place in Australian showrooms, giving drivers a massive new option.
One of China’s top EV start-ups is set to enter the Australian market with a new SUV.
Dealers don’t hold back in response to plummeting sales across several major brands.
The motorsport scene in Australia is set to be turbocharged by a massive commitment by the nation’s top car maker.
A massive change is coming to Supercars that will shake up the much loved motor racing series and its iconic Bathurst 1000 forever.
Untested and potentially dangerous EVs are being imported into Australia through a loophole designed for revheads.
The percentage of petrol and diesel cars sold in Australia is on a steady downward trajectory as the eco-conscious alternatives get more popular.
Cars are continually evolving, and this high-performance machine is evidence of the way manufacturers are moving forward.
Hungry drivers have found a new way to get their fix, one that could save you from trouble with the law.
Latest figures show that while petrol-electric vehicles are thriving, EV sales have slowed. And one car maker is feeling the pinch more than most.
Having driven everything under the sun, we’ve become aware of a shocking change in the way some drivers treat fellow motorists.
A 17-year-old boy has been left in a critical condition and four other teens have been injured after their 4WD crashed and rolled after hitting a tree.
Australia’s most popular electric car brand is under siege, as it’s forced to recall tens of thousands of cars while battling a sharp decline in sales.
A bold new move by an emerging brand will shake up the new-car market, giving drivers more bang for their bucks.
An extremely rare supercar, designed by the Mercedes Formula One team, has landed in Australia, thanks to a renowned businessman.
We have seen the future, and it is a long distance from the way things look on Australian waterways today.
This technology is supposed to help drivers avoid accidents but it is becoming more of a nuisance than a help, prompting some to take drastic action.
A hot cool new type of EV car has reached Australia, promising to change the world of driving forever.
A fresh recall of more than 60,000 cars requires owners to carefully check their vehicles to make sure they are safe.
Recent heavy discounting in the electric vehicle market is beginning to take a toll on resale values, a report has found.
A man has faced court after allegedly lighting a car dealership on fire, destroying a ute and chasing staff with a hammer.
This electrifying performance car represents the first of its kind, though Aussies have been slow to adopt a change of perspective.
Technology that watches drivers on the road will be toned down by a popular car maker after backlash from critics and customers.
After several years of soaring used car prices, the market is beginning to return to normal. But sadly, not all buyers are reaping the rewards.
Car companies are moving mountains to win over children, recognising ‘pester power’ as the key to moving metal.
This well-known marque has confirmed details for a revival in Australia, giving motorists a fresh option in coming weeks.
This Japanese car tuner has developed some of the world’s best sports coupes and now it is turning its attention to a very different model.
A driver broke down in tears as he watched footage which allegedly shows him dragging a young tradie alongside his speeding ute during a fit of road rage.
This relatively unknown carmaker has struggled to gain a foothold in the local market but a raft of new models could change all that.
This popular brand used to sell on looks and driving thrills alone, but the latest model has upped the ante with some clever, easy to use features.
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