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 […]

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. […]