Tesla Model S and Model X axed in Australia; UK to continue
Tesla might have canceled right-hand drive production of the Model S and Model X for Australian orders, but the UK gets a windfall in the form of Plaid models in LHD. Tesla has cancelled the right-hand-drive Model S and Model X due to the mechanical and logistical complexity added by
MG4 price announced for economical EV
The new MG4 price in Australia has been announced at a sharp entry point to the EV segment and an over-500km range. MG is expanding its range this year with the all-new electric MG4. Avalable in three model trims, pricing starts at $44,990 plus on-road costs. That makes it attractive
Victoria to launch Digital Driver’s License in Ballarat
Victoria will trial digital licenses this year in Ballarat before a state-wide introduction in 2024. The Victorian government has announced that it will be testing a digital driver’s license in Ballarat starting in July. The digital license will be available for both iOS and Android devices and will be tested
Alpine A290_ß concept revealed
The production version of the Alpine A290_ß is set to debut in 2024 with bodywork very close to the concept. Alpine will take up the mantle from Renaultsport when it comes to hot hatchbacks, and this Alpine A290_ß show car previews a future hot hatch from the sporty French brand.
Hyundai Ioniq 5 N to be revealed in July
Hyundai’s famous Ioniq 5 will gain a high performance N variation later this year, making it the marque’s first overall performance EV. Hyundai has released new details on its upcoming Ioniq 5 N, a version as a way to deliver customers the primary all-electric powered model from its high performance
Hennessey Ford Bronco VelociRaptor goes into production
US tuner Hennessey Performance has turned its hand to the Ford Bronco Raptor, boosting outputs and tweaking the design even further. The 480km/h Venom F5 proves that Hennessey is far from just another tuner, so as development of its hypercar concludes, the firm has focused back on what’s made them
New Mercedes-Benz E-Class to be revealed this month
Latest version of Mercedes’ E-Class will emphasise new technologies, including on-board artificial intelligence. The next-generation Mercedes-Benz E-Class will be revealed on 25 April, the German car maker has confirmed today. Marketed as a segment leader for new technologies, the new E-Class will receive an upmarket interior in line with that
GWM Ora EV service cost flies under $100 per visit
GWM Ora launches with one of the cheapest capped-price servicing programs for Australia’s cheapest electric car. If you’re looking for the cheapest electric car to buy and run in Australia, the GWM Ora is it. GWM is launching its Ora EV with one of Australia’s cheapest servicing costs of any
2023 GWM Ute Cannon-CC cab-chassis announced
GWM extends the appeal of its Ute range with the addition of a tray-equipped cab-chassis model. GWM has increased its Ute offering with the addition of the Cannon-CC, or cab-chassis model. The cab-chassis replaces the styleside tub with an aluminium tray for a small premium, and like rivals such as
Hyundai Ioniq 6 is World Car of the Year 2023
The Ioniq 6 has fended off the Kia Niro and BMW X1 to be voted the world’s best car for 2023. Hyundai has cleaned up again at the 2023 World Car Awards with the new Ioniq 6 named World Car of the Year, World Car Design of the Year and
2024 Jeep Wrangler revealed
Jeep Wrangler receives a tweak to styling and gets new technology for its 2024 model year update. The Jeep Wrangler has had a mild facelift revealed overnight at the New York motor show. Even with this facelift, the Wrangler retains its position as the firm’s retro off-roader designed to tackle
Mercedes-Benz GLS facelift revealed
Mercedes-Benz has pulled the sheet off its updated GLS with subtle design tweaks and new equipment. A lightly facelifted version of the Mercedes-Benz GLS has been unveiled, bringing upgraded equipment levels and software updates. The revisions are concentrated on the SUV’s interior, which now receives glossy-brown lime wood and the
Casa Ferrari opens at the Australian F1 Grand Prix
Ferrari opened the doors to VIP guests at its trackside Casa Ferrari hospitality suite this weekend, with a special appearance from F1 driver Charles Leclerc. Guests and clients of Ferrari Australia were welcomed to the opening of Casa Ferrari last night for a cocktail party and a special appearance from
Renault Megane R.S. Ultime is the last Renaultsport
Renaultsport bows out after 47 years with a special edition of the Megane R.S. In 1976 Renaultsport became the sporty sub-division of Renault and since then it’s produced some of the world’s best hot hatches, plus a few iconic race cars in Formula One, WRC and even Formula E. Defunct
KG Mobility’s electric concept trio show reinvented SsangYong
Korean car maker, now KG Mobility, previews electric ute, mid-size SUV, and a compact crossover. KG Mobility – previously known as SsangYong – has revealed three new electric concept vehicles at the Seoul motor show, showcasing its mid-to-long-term development plan. These are the O100 dual-cab ute; the F100 SUV, which