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How Toyota could get a Prado Hybrid in AustraliaWilliam Stopford Toyota says it would need to be able to sell more than 10,000 Prado hybrids in Australia for the business case to stack up, and it's not sure if the vehicle is the right fit for our market.28 days ago
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2025 Citroen C5 X Plug-in Hybrid price and specsWilliam Stopford Citroen's first plug-in hybrid for Australia, the C5 X, arrives here later this year as the brand's most expensive model.1 month ago
