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Youi flags 3pm as peak risk hour in Australian road data
Youi’s Project 3PM says 3pm is the riskiest hour on Australian roads, based on its claims data and a national driver survey.
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Skoda gets closer to Australian connected services, but timing remains unconfirmed
Skoda Australia says connected services remain unavailable locally, but the brand says it is getting closer and still expects to update customers later in 2026.
EVs & hybrids
Geely confirms Emgrand L EM-i sedan for Australia
Geely has confirmed the Emgrand L EM-i plug-in hybrid sedan for Australia, with multiple reports pointing to a first-half 2027 on-sale window.
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Forthing’s EREV push adds a new angle to Australia’s EV market
Forthing has publicly argued that extended-range electric vehicles suit Australia, as the Chinese brand expands its local line-up around the Taikon 5.
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Leapmotor C10 update flagged for early 2027, Australia still unconfirmed
Reported remarks from Leapmotor point to an early-2027 C10 evolution with new hardware and software, but Australia has not been confirmed as part of the rollout.
EVs & hybrids
MGU9 electric ute to debut in Australia first
MG has confirmed Australia as the first market for its MGU9 electric ute, with reported towing, payload and range figures now circulating, though local pricing and on-sale timing are still unconfirmed.
EVs & hybrids
MSI Eco Series reaches Australia with home-charging focus
MSI has brought its Eco Series EV charger range to Australia, with local coverage pointing to up to 22 kW AC charging, app control and solar-ready functions, although key local pricing and availability details remain unconfirmed.
EVs & hybrids
Scania announces claimed 720 km electric long-haul truck range
Scania has announced a battery-electric long-haul truck configuration claiming up to 720 km of range, but the package is framed for European operations and Australian timing or specification is not confirmed.
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Kia Tasman review keeps established ute in focus
Chasing Cars’ long-term Kia Tasman review keeps the ute in Australian focus, but the material points to an established model rather than a new market event.
Dealers & retail
McLaren SUV plan lands as Eagers moves on Zagame
McLaren has confirmed a performance SUV under a £500 million UK investment plan, days after Eagers Automotive moved to take a 50 per cent stake in Zagame Automotive Group.
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BMW X5 launch pricing reported for Australia
Australian reporting has put fresh local prices and specs on the new-generation BMW X5, with two launch grades identified for Australia and Q4 2026 timing cited for arrival.
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Defender pickup talk rises, but the project is still unconfirmed
Jaguar Land Rover and Stellantis have signed a non-binding deal exploring Defender-related opportunities in North America, with reports pointing to a US-built pickup that has not been formally confirmed for Australia.
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Carsales updates tradie-vehicle buyer’s guide
Carsales has updated its Australian tradie-vehicle buyer’s guide, but the supplied evidence only confirms the article’s date, dual-cab focus and editorial nature — not prices, rankings or market effects.
EVs & hybrids
AEVA proposal keeps road-user charging debate in focus
AEVA has been reported backing a universal road-user charge across all vehicles, but there is no confirmed Australian government adoption of the idea.
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Carsales updates family SUV buyer’s guide
Carsales’ family-SUV guide is a consumer editorial list for Australian shoppers, but the evidence does not show it is a market ranking or an official industry result.
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Volvo starts FH Aero Electric production and unveils 80-tonne electric truck
Volvo Trucks has started series production of the FH Aero Electric and unveiled a new 80-tonne battery-electric truck, while Australian availability remains unconfirmed.
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Top off-road 4x4s
From the entry-level Suzuki Jimny to the legendary LandCruiser 300 Series, our five picks cover every budget and every type of adventure
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Top electric vehicles
The EV market is moving fast but our five standout picks, from the practical Tesla Model Y to the exciting IONIQ 5 N, help you buy with confidence
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New car calendar
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Be Careful Before Buying This Car (Forthing Taikon 5 2027 Review)
The Forthing Taikon 5 is one of Australia’s newest electrified mid-size SUVs — but after driving both the battery-electric and range-extender hybrid versions, one of them makes a lot more sense than…
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Forthing Taikon 5 2027 review
On entering Australia, unfamiliar Chinese brands often try to associate themselves with premiumness. This week’s arrival, the Forthing marque — imported by third-party distributor Ateco — is…
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Forthing Taikon 5 2026 review Australia: Cheap EV & range-extender hybrid SUV targets Leapmotor C10
The 2026 Forthing Taikon 5 lands as Australia's cheapest mid-size electric SUV, offered in Luxury and Exclusive grades across two powertrains: a full battery-electric and a range-extender hybrid.…
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AI is accelerating fleet analysis — but the fleet manager still matters
Artificial intelligence is beginning to change how quickly fleet managers can move from data to decisions, but Summit Fleet Leasing and Management Managing Director Darren Gore believes the…
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Mitsubishi Pajero Sport almost sold out in Australia – but will live on elsewhere
If you want a large, affordable off-road SUV from Mitsubishi, you better act fast because the old Pajero Sport is nearly gone.
EVs & hybrids
Hyundai Staria Load Electric 2027: EV cargo van brings fast charging, one-tonne payload and 450km of range
Hyundai Australia has released full details of its 2027 Staria Load Electric van, which goes on sale imminently at $70,990 before on-roads in a single ‘regular’ variant, after making its public debut…
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2027 Hyundai Staria Load price and specs: EV option joins van lineup
The 2027 Hyundai Staria Load lineup has been completed with a new electric option, priced at $70,990 before on-road costs.
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“Turning technology into reality:” Volvo unveils 80-tonne electric truck and begins series production of 700 km model
Swedish truck manufacturer makes two big announcements: start of series production of FH Aero Electric, and unveiling of new battery electric truck. The post “Turning technology into reality:” Volvo…
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Volkswagen turns iconic GTI on its head: Electric ID.3 is first rear-drive GTI and the most powerful ever
One of the most famous performance badges in motoring is undergoing its biggest transformation yet, with Volkswagen revealing the electric The post Volkswagen turns iconic GTI on its head: Electric…
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