Author: Damion Smy
For the primary time in its history, Porsche could send more power to the front wheels of a brand new model when it launches the belated successor for its original internal combustion engined (ICE) Macan.In accordance with Autocar, the substitute for the combustion-powered Macan, codenamed ‘M1’, will share its Premium Platform Combustion (PPC) underpinnings with the brand new, third-generation Audi Q5 that’s on account of arrive in Australia by the top of 2025.Each Porsche and Audi are a part of the broader Volkswagen Group, and Porsche has confirmed it’s developing a newly named mid-size (Macan-size) SUV to be sold alongside…
Volkswagen Australia has confirmed it should introduce plug-in hybrid (PHEV) versions of its Tiguan and Tayron SUVs in the primary half of 2026 because it looks to capitalise on the uptake of hybrid models. While full details are yet to be confirmed, Volkswagen Australia head of product for passenger vehicles, Arjun Nidigallu, told CarExpert that two power outputs will probably be offered across two model grades for each SUVs once they hit showrooms next yr.The German automaker told CarExpert late last yr it was seeking to plug gaps in its lineup with recent hybrid (HEV) and PHEV models, starting with its…
Nissan was taking a large risk. The Skyline GT-R had earned its place in performance automobile legend with its giant-killing tech after the arrival of the 1989 R32 which, for a lot of Australians, was their first taste of the devastating capability of the almighty GT-R – a lot in order that our media coined the term ‘Godzilla’ – a moniker that also sticks a long time later. However the fifth-generation R35 GT-R was different. The 2001 Tokyo motor show concept revealed it was to be purpose-built coupe – not a two-door based on a four-door sedan, but a sports automobile…
California is considering giving electric vehicle (EV) buyers money incentives after the US federal government drops its incentives from September 2025. A California Air Resources Board (CARB) report proposed funding “to interchange expiring federal tax credits and expand access to ZEVs [zero emission vehicles] for low-income consumers and small businesses”.US President Donald Trump included the axing of a $US7500 ($A11,674) tax credit for brand spanking new purchases/leases and a $US4000 ($A6226) for purchasing a used EV as a part of a bill passed into law on July 4, 2025. The bill was vehemently opposed by CEO of electrical automaker Tesla, Elon Musk, a…
The Tesla Model Y L has gone on sale in China, a version of the world’s top-selling electric vehicle (EV) with an extended body and a six-seat layout.The Model Y L, with L for ‘Long’, adds 150mm to the usual five-seat Model Y Long Range AWD version’s 2890mm wheelbase but is 184mm longer overall, with its six seats in a two-plus-two-plus-two layout. In comparison with the five-seat Model Y, the L also sits 34mm higher, adds 2mm of ground clearance (169mm) and is identical width despite having a 20mm wider front track yet 12mm narrower rear track.There’s also more luggage space,…
A pair of legendary Holden race cars have starred on the Goodwood Festival of Speed, knocking off rivals including the Ford Mustang GTD, TWR Supercat and Porsche 911 GT3 R in the ultimate of the timed shoot-out.The fastest Holden was the 2008 Holden Racing Team (HRT) VE Commodore driving by current British Touring Automobile Champion Jake Hill, who clocked a 48.35-second run up the narrow 1.86km course. That was adequate to return home fifth overall within the 20-car field, won by the 43.22 second run set by a 1030kW electric Ford Supertruck driven by Romain Dumas, who set an unofficial lap…
The 2025 Mahindra XUV 3XO, the Indian automaker’s recent small crossover SUV, is about to enter a fierce showroom battle with cut-price rivals including the Chery Tiggo 4 in addition to the hot-selling Mazda CX-3.Mahindra thinks it’s going to turn out to be its best-selling vehicle in Australia, no less than until it rolls out models in recent segments in the approaching years. Officially on sale from July 4 with an introductory price of $23,490 drive-away until August 31, 2025, the XUV 3XO is Australia’s most cost-effective SUV and is available in two model grades.Each use the identical 1.2-litre three-cylinder petrol…
Pricing for the Volkswagen Amarok 10 Deserts Edition has been announced together with national drive-away pricing across the updated MY25 Volkswagen Amarok dual-cab ute lineup, bringing the price of each variant down. The entry-level Amarok Core TDI405 Core is now priced at $55,990 drive-away – $1000 greater than its previous list price which didn’t include on-road costs, effectively making it as much as $4000 cheaper than before. The most important cut, as predicted by CarExpert, has been applied to the one petrol model grade, the Amarok TSI452 Aventura, which now costs $79,990 drive-away (previously $82,990 plus on-roads).Lots of of recent automobile deals…
Electric automaker Tesla looks set so as to add each six- and seven-seat Model Ys – rumoured to incorporate right-hand drive production for the primary time – after a recent firmware update spilled the beans. Reports from Greentheonly on the Elon Musk-owned social media platform X confirmed a six-seat Model Y was shown as a part of the 2025.2 update.The X account has a history of correct calls on upcoming Tesla details, suggesting the more accommodating Model Y won’t be restricted to the Chinese market only as previously speculated.Tesla currently sources all Australian-market models from China, and the invention means a…
The 2026 Ford Ranger Super Dutywill start from $82,990 before on-road costs – before a tray is fitted – when it goes on sale in local showrooms in early 2026.The Ranger Super Duty – using the Super Duty name applied to essentially the most capable Ford trucks sold in North America – comes with the very best towing and payload capabilities of any Ranger offered to this point. It gives the Ranger – the best-selling vehicle in Australia for the past two years – a uniquely capable option against key rival Toyota HiLux and newcomers just like the Kia Tasman and…