Volkswagen is poised to revolutionise the hot hatch segment with the development of an exhilarating new electric vehicle, the VW ID.2 R, set to surpass its upcoming ID.2 GTI in performance and technological innovation. This high-performance model is expected to feature an advanced in-wheel powertrain that promises to outpace many petrol-powered sports cars on both […]

The Australian automotive landscape is on the cusp of an electrification revolution, with Mitsubishi poised to introduce a new EV tailored for the local market. Recent patent filings and industry announcements have shed light on what Australian consumers can expect from Mitsubishi’s upcoming electric offering, scheduled to arrive in the second half of 2026. The […]

Mazda Accelerates EV Innovation Through Strategic Alliance with China’s CATL Mazda may have been slower than some rivals to embrace electric vehicles, but a transformative new alliance with China’s Contemporary Amperex Technology Co Ltd (CATL) positions the Japanese automaker to surge ahead in the EV race. This collaboration promises breakthroughs in range, charging speed, safety, […]

Renowned French automaker Renault’s performance division, Alpine, is set to grip the Australian market once again with the highly anticipated second-generation Alpine A110. This electric successor promises to blend exhilarating performance, lightweight agility, and sophisticated design – qualities that could rival the Porsche Cayman. What to Expect from the 2026 Alpine A110 EV In a […]

As the Australian electric vehicle (EV) market continues to accelerate, fresh details and images of the upcoming 2026 Nissan Leaf have recently emerged, setting the stage for its highly anticipated launch next year. This new iteration of Nissan’s iconic EV aims to position itself as a credible, family-friendly alternative to traditional combustion vehicles, while competing […]

Overview The electric Mazda EZ-60 is generating significant buzz ahead of deliveries, with a strong early signal from China that has industry watchers and potential buyers asking whether the model could translate to success Down Under. Mazda revealed two versions – a full EV and a plug-in hybrid range extender – under the EZ-60 badge, […]

The bZ7, Toyota’s latest large electric sedan, has been confirmed for China via its joint venture with GAC, a company that has signalled interest in entering the Australian market. Yet Toyota Australia has stated there are “no current plans” to bring this flagship model Down Under. For readers who remember Toyota’s traditional rivalries in the […]

Lexus has taken the wraps off the eighth‑generation ES at the Shanghai motor show, and for the first time the executive saloon will be offered as a fully electric model alongside updated hybrid variants. The 2026 ES – a larger, more overtly premium interpretation of the long-running model that shares the TNGA‑K underpinnings with the […]

Audi and SAIC have unveiled the 2026 AUDI E5 Sportback in China, offering a clear preview of the closely related MG IM5 that is expected to arrive in Australia later this year. The E5 is the product of a joint venture between Audi and SAIC – MG’s parent company – and sits on a freshly […]

In a move that could reshape Australia’s mainstream EV market, Taiwanese electronics giant Foxconn – best known for assembling Apple’s iPhone – is reported to have struck a deal to build an all-new battery-electric compact SUV for Mitsubishi, with Australian showroom arrivals targeted for the first half of 2026. The vehicle in question is expected […]