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Aston Martin DBX AMR24 Edition: New look, no extra grunt for F1-inspired model

Aston Martin has once again treated its DBX to an F1-inspired makeover, but it's stopped short of giving it a performance boost.

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2027 BMW X5 getting a bold makeover, optional electric power

BMW's next X5 will wear a more distinctive design language previewed by recent Neue Klasse concepts, and gain the option of electric power.

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Polestar sales falter as embattled EV brand struggles to regain traction

Polestar is struggling to get runs on the board both in Australia and overseas, selling less cars globally in the first six months of 2024 than Tesla does Down Under.

Watch this tradie stop speeding red-light runner from leaving crash scene

Dashcam footage has captured the moment a speeding and allegedly drunk driver ran a red light and struck another vehicle, before appearing to try to leave the scene.

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Ford Ranger Tremor set to shake up Australian lineup

Think Ford doesn't offer enough different Rangers in Australia? The 22-strong lineup might be about to expand once more.

VFACTS: The biggest losers so far in 2024

While some brands are soaring this year, others are faltering. Here are the 10 brands with the largest percentage decline in sales in the first half of 2024.

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VFACTS: EOFY boom doesn’t arrive as new car sales drop in June

This June won't go down as an EOFY to remember from a new car sales perspective, despite strong numbers in the lead-up.

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VFACTS June 2024: Soft finish for record half-year

New car sales were down last month compared to June 2023, but the first half of this year was still a record-setting one.

2025 Defender OCTA: $300k twin-turbo V8 flagship revealed

Land Rover has revealed the new Defender OCTA, a flagship variant that dials up the power, luxury and off-road chops for more money.

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2025 BMW 5 Series: Diesel sedan returns, priced for Australia

A diesel-powered BMW 5 Series sedan returns to Australia in the fourth quarter of this year. It's priced from $134,900 before on-roads.

Price cuts can’t save Tesla from worldwide sales drop

Tesla sales both worldwide and in Australia are down in the first six months of 2024 compared to last year, a first for the company.

2025 Cupra Terramar revealed… sort of

Cupra's plug-in hybrid replacement for the Ateca SUV has been spied undisguised on the streets of Spain, ahead of an imminent reveal.

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Ford F-150 recalled to fix three Australian rule breaches

All four Ford F-150 variants sold in Australia are impacted by recalls, after the pickup was found to breach three local vehicle regulations.

Tuesday, Jul 2

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2024 GWM Tank 500 off-road review

Is the GWM Tank 500 just a poser or a proper Prado fighter? Simon Christie takes the big new Chinese 4x4 off-road to find out.

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Tesla does world’s worst train impression

A Californian motorist is in hot water after blaming Tesla's Autopilot feature for a dangerous detour onto train tracks.

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BYD Atto 3, Seal, Dolphin gain wireless Apple CarPlay

BYD has added wireless Apple CarPlay to its Dolphin, Seal and Atto 3 with a new over-the-air update, while optimising the safety features of the latter.

Koenigsegg breaks its own speed records with latest hypercar

Koenigsegg has one-upped itself by breaking four separate speed records with its new Jesko Absolut hypercar.

Jeep offering V8s in Australia… but it’s BYO car

Jeep’s performance division has taken the “Mopar or no car” saying too literally, bringing back two V8 engines without a vehicle.

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2024 Chery Omoda 5 price and specs

The Chery Omoda 5 range has expanded both up and down for 2024, with a new base model plus a pair of more powerful GT models.

Australian motorists are neglecting car maintenance due to high costs

As cost of living pressures continue to affect Australian households, motorists are skipping car services due to high prices.

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If it’s flooded, forget it – even if you’re in a Rolls-Royce

Ever bothered to check the wading depth of a Rolls-Royce Ghost? This owner in India clearly didn't before taking on a flooded road...

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Ford to undercut Tesla Model 3 with new affordable EV

Ford boss Jim Farley says he's targeting a 2027 launch for a small, affordable electric vehicle, which will start from US$30,000.

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Holden hero to be revived for the modern age

The Holden Torana is one of Australia's most iconic motoring nameplates, and the famed LX hatchback could be making a return.

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2025 Mini Cooper five-door price and specs

The Mini Cooper five-door will arrive in Australia later this year with more kit, punchier engines and higher prices than its predecessor.

2025 MG HS: Next-gen RAV4 rival teased ahead of reveal

The next-generation MG HS is set to be larger and more powerful, with a sharper exterior and more high-tech interior. It'll be revealed on July 11.

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2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet price and specs

The new Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet acts as the replacement for the C-Class and E-Class convertibles, and will soon join its coupe sibling here.

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2025 Audi Q6 e-tron review

Angus MacKenzie gets a first drive of Audi's critical new mid-size electric SUV in the Q6 e-tron. Has it been worth the wait?

Monday, Jul 1

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Chinese brands to reach a third of global new car sales by 2030 – report

A US consulting company predicts that the Chinese automotive industry will surge past 30 per cent global market share by 2030.

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2024 Renault Megane E-Tech: A chic electric SUV that won’t cost the planet

SPONSORED: The Renault Megane E-Tech simply oozes style. but with precision handling and great ride comfort

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2024 Noosa Concours: Australia’s own ‘Pebble Beach’ car show returns

Following a successful inaugural event, the Noosa Concours is back for 2024, and an impressive list of cars are confirmed to be on show.