Alfa sprouts a surprise with sporty little SUV
The Alfa Romeo romance continues in the Italian maker's latest Aussie release - but it's not quite what was expected.
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Critics zero in on controversial new Jaguar coupe
After rumours British icon Jaguar had temporarily shut down its production line ahead of a major change of direction, some details have been revealed.
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Smartphones still driving professionals to distraction
Calls, messages and apps are even getting the best of paid drivers, a study has found, amid a call to introduce surveillance and safety alerts behind the wheel.
Drivers hit the brakes on car buys as economy slows
New vehicle sales continue to slow down in Australia, in what industry experts say is a 'disturbing trend' and a sign the cost of living is biting.
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Deals on the bus go down, down: transport costs plunge
Transport costs have fallen for Australian households, a report shows, led by public transport discounts and falling fuel prices.
Mazda gets the numbers right with upgraded CX30
Japanese car maker Mazda, admired for its sleek designs and upmarket finish, has lifted the bar further with an upgraded version of its CX30 soft-roader
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Drive with care: Uber launches service for extra help
A rideshare service trialled in the United States will be launched in Australia, letting caregivers book rides for the people they help.
Carnival time as huge hybrid creates a wee ‘problem’
Once derided for its claims of being a sporty machine, Kia's new Carnival now rests on more practical things.
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Electric cars may save power grid, if drivers let them
Motorists could decide the future of Australia's energy networks by when they choose to buy an electric car and how they recharge it.
It’s a mouthful but this supercar leaves you speechless
Mercedes-Benz has gone back to the future with a staggeringly fast mid-sized hybrid SUV that will keep its fleet of Formula 1 racers on their toes.
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Lingering doubts, end of subsidies put EVs in slow lane
Electric vehicle sales have dipped according to Australian Automobile Association figures, and experts say misconceptions and rebate removals are to blame.
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Electric cars could keep lights on in Australian homes
The batteries inside electric cars could be used to power households in Australia before the end of the year after the release of technological standards.
Mercedes goes hard with its classic new soft-top
Dazzling technology and an air of sophistication have combined to turn the latest Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet into an instant classic
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New vehicle sales slow down as economy applies brakes
New vehicle sales have fallen in Australia for the third month in a row, with sales figures revealing private buyers were most likely to drive on by.
Thinking outside the box: SUVs favour the hard lines
Hyundai's Santa Fe has been a major player in Australia's SUV market for years, and the latest version comes along with a design some might find radical.
Australia urged not to pull the plug on hybrid tax cuts
Sales of plug-in hybrid vehicles are accelerating in Australia as a tax deadline approaches, but some automotive groups say an extension is needed.
Is it an SUV? Is it a hatch? … it’s a Mitsubishi ASX
The ASX fills a vital spot in Mitsubishi's line up: larger than a Lancer but smaller than the equally popular Outlander.
No steering wheel, pedals: ready to ride in a Cybercab?
Tesla has unveiled its vision for self-driving taxis in a vehicle that has no manual driving controls. Experts say they are cautious but optimistic.
Latest SUV might make a few turn back to Honda
Australia has welcomed a new Honda SUV to its shores in the form of the RZ-V, which is not to be mistaken for the HR-V or CR-V.
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Car battery ‘passports’ could help manage growing waste
Australia should adopt a tracking scheme and battery passports like Europe to deal with the growing pile of electric car waste, an inquiry has heard.
More than 100,000 Kia cars recalled due to fire risk
Owners of 10 Kia model vehicles are being urged to park them away from flammable structures after the discovery of a serious fire risk with an electrical part.
Hybrids demoted to make way for electric Uber rides
Rideshare giant Uber is making changes to encourage more drivers to adopt electric vehicles, including knocking hybrid cars out of 'green' service.
Sorento still carrying the troops after two decades
The Kia Sorento has been on Aussie roads for more than two decades and still offers competitive buying in the popular SUV market.
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Hybrid vehicles in fast lane, as petrol cars slow down
Australians are buying fewer new cars as the economy bites but hybrid vehicles are bucking the trend, sales figures have revealed.
Don’t mention the ‘m-word’: Honda slips behind the pack
A ground-breaking machine in its early days, the sixth-generation of Honda's iconic CR-V has slipped back to the pack but new technology might turn that around.
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Electric cars crash through Aussie price barrier again
The price of electric cars has fallen in Australia again, with one popular model available for less than $31,000, but experts warn high-end EV sales may stall.
Pathfinder treads middle ground but steps up yet again
It's not quite the longest-serving model in Nissan's range, but the Pathfinder rightfully sits high in the family tree.
Tesla charges through Aussie electric vehicle milestone
Tesla has unveiled its 100th electric vehicle charging location in Australia, alongside a commitment to make 'range anxiety' a thing of the past.
Electric Mini Coopers recalled over major fire risk
More than 1400 electric vehicles have been recalled due to a serious issue with their batteries that could cause fires.
Bravo to Mazda’s impressive, good-looking BT-50 ute
Its parentage has changed a bit through the years, but Mazda's BT50 remains a strong competitor in the white-hot ute field.
Aussie drivers need more electric utes, more incentives
Electric vehicles will not be adopted at rates necessary to reach emissions targets, an inquiry has heard, without tax and financial incentives.