Affordable electric hatchback impresses
Earlier EVs were out of the reach of the average buyer, but a new breed of cheaper machines is making it easier to the flick the switch.
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Labor ends 2023 with a broken promise
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.
Family SUV gives buyers more options
There’s a growing debate as to whether hybrids or full electric vehicles are the key to reducing emissions as quickly as possible. One maker is leaving the choice up to buyers.
Opinions remain divided on bestseller
It’s been America’s favourite vehicle for decades but many people don’t want it on Australian roads. The target market doesn’t give a damn, though.
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This little car comes at a big price
The city car benchmark has new looks and fresh tech, but it does ask customers to pay an eye-watering amount for the privilege.
Cheapest electric car in Aus with $3k rebate
With brutal petrol prices in mind, tech blogger Elly Awesome has found an “affordable” electric car – and some people even get a $3k sweetener.
The car that killed the humble hatchback
In a trend that defies logic, compact, city-friendly SUVs have taken over the suburbs, relegating hatchbacks and sedans to also-rans.
New cut-price dual-cab ute has arrived
This fully-loaded and tough looking workhorse ute is close to $20,000 cheaper than some of its better known rivals.
Popular ute gets a tough Aussie makeover
The tuner famous for making fast Holdens has applied its craft to this dual-cab ute to make it fit for Australia’s harsh conditions.
Toyota’s wonderful family SUV
The Japanese brand’s big family SUV has plenty of things going for it, but there was one aspect that left our testers blown away.
Kia reveals new Toyota Hybrid rival
The booming South Korean car maker is taking the fight to Toyota by adding petrol-electric power in one of its most popular machines.
Huge change for fan favourite 4WD
Fans of this big four-wheel drive might be disappointed by one change, but there is still plenty to like in this go-anywhere family-hauler.
Mazda’s standout little hatch tested
This little hatchback has been a hit with Aussies for years, and the latest version adds sporty looks to the impressive package.
New fuel-sipping hybrid SUV lands in Oz
This Japanese brand has launched its new hybrid small SUV that will save you big dollars on your yearly fuel bill, but there’s a catch.
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