Accelerating EV Charging Program puts 14,000 chargers on power poles, but parking is the catch
Waqas Afzal11 Min Read
The federal Accelerating EV Charging Program plans about 14,000 public chargers on power poles from March 2027. Here is how it works, what it costs households, why parking is the catch and how to have your say by 5 November.
Geely adds a $1000 bonus to 0.68 per cent finance on EX2, EX5 and Starray EM-i
Waqas Afzal4 Min Read
Geely has 0.68 per cent finance on new EX2, EX5 and Starray EM-i stock until 30 November, plus a $1000 factory bonus for four days from 11 November. We break down repayments, fees and the fine print.
Xiaomi is hiring in Sydney for an Australian car business, launch expected 2028
Waqas Afzal3 Min Read
Job ads show Xiaomi is building an Australian automotive team in Sydney, and the brand has told investors it plans right-hand-drive markets from 2028. Nothing is confirmed yet, but here is what we know.
Hyundai turns to China for small EVs after Ioniq 3 axe, as new Tucson leads 2027
Waqas Afzal3 Min Read
After cancelling the Turkish-built Ioniq 3, Hyundai Australia says China-built models could fill its gaps for a small electric car and small electric SUV. Here is what that means and what is coming in 2027.
Tesla wants a per-km road user charge on all new cars, with fuel excise kept
Waqas Afzal5 Min Read
In a submission to a Senate productivity inquiry, Tesla says any national road user charge should apply to all new cars, not just EVs, while petrol and diesel keep paying fuel excise. Here is what it proposes and what it could cost.
Ram 2500 and 3500 recall covers 658 trucks from 2017 and 2018 over brake fault
Waqas Afzal3 Min Read
658 Ram 2500 and 3500 heavy-duty pickups from 2017 and 2018 have been recalled because the brake hydraulic control unit can fail, taking ABS, stability and traction control with it. No fix is available yet.
Mercedes-Benz S-Class and Maybach recall covers 192 sedans over front brake hoses
Waqas Afzal4 Min Read
Mercedes-Benz Australia has recalled 192 S-Class and Mercedes-Maybach S-Class sedans from 2022 to 2024 because the front brake hoses can deteriorate and leak brake fluid. Here is how to check your VIN and what to do.
Best utes in Australia including picks under $50k
Waqas Afzal6 Min Read
Our shortlist of the best utes on sale in Australia, from workhorse diesels to plug-in hybrids, with checked prices and the best picks under $50,000.
Best value new cars in Australia right now
Waqas Afzal6 Min Read
A shortlist of the new cars that give the most for the money in Australia, with checked drive-away and list prices, current offers and who each one suits.
EV rebates and incentives by state in Australia
Waqas Afzal6 Min Read
Which electric car rebates, duty concessions, loans and tax breaks are still available in each state and territory, and which have closed.
Stamp duty on new cars by state in Australia
Waqas Afzal6 Min Read
How much stamp duty you pay on a new car in each state and territory, with worked examples at $35,000, $50,000 and $70,000.
Car rego cost by state in Australia for 2026-27
Waqas Afzal7 Min Read
What a year of car registration costs in every state and territory for 2026-27, what is included, and why the totals are hard to compare.
