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 […]

New research shows the value of some of Australia’s most popular second‑hand electric vehicles has plunged sharply after just two years, opening up a market of bargains for buyers – and headaches for sellers and policymakers. CarsGuide researchers analysed classified listings on Gumtree, Autotrader and CarsGuide over a 24‑month period and tracked seven commonly traded […]

Kia has lifted the veil on its 2025 EV4 compact electric – offered in both sedan and hatchback forms – positioning it as a potential rival to the Tesla Model 3 as the brand gears up for a broader EV push. The Korean carmaker is holding back the full interior reveal and detailed specifications until […]

Mazda Unveils All-Electric 6e Sedan in Europe to Challenge Tesla Model 3 and BYD Seal Mazda has lifted the cover on its all‑electric 6e sedan at the Brussels motor show, presenting a European-spec variant of the EZ‑6 currently sold in China. Built to compete with compact electric saloons such as the Tesla Model 3 and […]

Kia’s new EV3 has touched down in Australia, making its national debut at the Australian Open in Melbourne and slated to arrive in dealerships from around March. Full pricing and specifications will be confirmed in the coming weeks, but local indicators suggest the small all-electric SUV could start below $50,000 once the range is announced. […]

BYD has fired the starting gun on Australia’s next EV price war, announcing the Dolphin Essential from $29,990 before on-road costs and a lower entry price for the Atto 3. Unless another brand gazumps it, BYD will be the first carmaker to offer a new battery-electric vehicle with a sticker under $30,000 in Australia when […]

Chery has announced a $6,000 discount on its Omoda E5 electric SUV, reducing the entry price to $36,990 before on-road charges. The cut places the Omoda E5 BX at or near the bottom of the price ladder for electric SUVs in Australia, surpassing some states’ drive-away price for the MG ZS Excite at $39,990. The […]