At the Melbourne Motor Show on 5-6 April, Chinese commercial-vehicle and ute maker JAC will shift the spotlight from its traditional diesel line-up to electric vehicles, unveiling two Australia-firsts: the production T9 EV Dual-Cab 4×4 ute and the DE-FINE concept coupe. T9 EV: a practical BEV ute with worksite credentials The T9 EV is a […]

A new turn in federal policy could trigger a fresh round of electric vehicle discounts for Australian buyers as a proposed change to the New Vehicle Emissions Scheme (NVES) shifts how manufacturers’ CO2 performance is measured. What’s changing – and why it matters Under the current NVES arrangement, a brand’s combined CO2 emissions are calculated […]

Mercedes‑Benz has unveiled the second‑generation CLA, and the all‑electric variants arrive bearing headline figures designed to turn heads on Australian roads. The new CLA – the first model built on Mercedes’ dedicated MMA platform – will go on sale initially as an EV, with mild‑hybrid petrol variants following. Mercedes says the model will reach Australia […]

Toyota locks in futuristic electric HiLux and LandCruiser for 2026 Europe debut – but will battery-powered ute and rugged SUV make it to Australia? Toyota has confirmed plans to introduce two high-profile battery-electric models in Europe by the end of 2026: a dual-cab ute and a large SUV that appear likely to wear the HiLux […]