Marton Pettendy
Australian vehicle theft claims spike – especially in Victoria
Insurance claims following motor vehicle thefts fell in most Australian states over the last financial year, but skyrocketed in Victoria.
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Volkswagen Polo going electric, GTI EV confirmed
VW will slap the popular Polo nameplate on its next ID-badged EV, confirming the new electric hatchback – including a hot GTI – for 2026.
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Why 'real-world' EV range testing is fake news
When 'real-world' testing isn't actually real world and why it needs to change.
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Derek Fung
Smart ForTwo successor confirmed for late 2026 debut
Smart will return to its roots next year with the #2, a small two-seat city hatch, that will be the spiritual successor to the ForTwo.
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Volkswagen Tiguan and Tayron PHEVs confirmed for Australia
The German brand will add plug-in hybrid tech to its most popular model in Australia as it looks to take market share from rivals.
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2026 GWM Tank 500 PHEV detailed for Australia, and Ford and Toyota have no answer
GWM is bringing the Tank 500 PHEV to Australia before the end of this year and has confirmed key specifications... though not pricing, yet.
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Sleek Audi Concept C previews German brand’s next sports car
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2026 Mazda 6e: Tesla Model 3 rival spied in Australia ahead of local launch
Mazda hasn't officially confirmed the 6e for Australia yet, but the all-new electric liftback has been spied testing on local roads.
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2026 Toyota RAV4: Local lineup detailed for hybrid, PHEV mid-size SUV
The next-generation Toyota RAV4 will be offered here in 11 variants, with hybrid or plug-in hybrid power, front- or all-wheel drive, and six trim levels.
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VFACTS August 2025: Four Chinese brands in top 10
Sales figures for August show the market was up, fuelled by rising demand for vehicles from China, with four Chinese brands in the top 10.
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Aston Martin Vanquish recalled
More than a dozen examples of the latest Aston Martin Vanquish could be affected by a braking problem in Australia.
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2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC350e PHEV lands in Australia with over 100km of electric range
Order books are open for the Mercedes-Benz GLC350e PHEV, which brings a bigger battery and more electric range than its C-Class sedan equivalent.
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2026 Mercedes-Benz G450d price and specs: Diesel G-Wagen returns to Australia
Perhaps the most sensible Mercedes-Benz G-Class is back: the turbo-diesel six, now cheaper and more powerful than before.
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2027 Hyundai Tucson spied with boxy new look
The next-generation Hyundai Tucson looks like it will swap today's rounded shape for a boxier aesthetic to highlight its off-road potential.
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William Stopford
2026 Cupra Leon price and specs: Facelifted small car gets new wagon, hybrid options
The facelifted Cupra Leon is coming to Australia with new mild-hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains, plus a choice of hatch and wagon body styles, priced from $46,990 before on-roads.
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CarExpert.com.au
Watch the terrifying moment thieves in Victoria stole a car with toddlers in the back
It's every parent's worst nightmare. A mum who had loaded her toddlers into her car in Melbourne's north watched as two men jumped in and drove off.
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