Ferrari Luce EV reportedly approved for Australia, priced at $991,446
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Ferrari's first electric car has reportedly appeared on the federal vehicle register, clearing it for sale here. It is priced at $991,446 before on-road costs, with deliveries expected late 2027.
Chery weighs range-extender EVs to replace plug-in hybrids in Australia
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Chery plans to swap plug-in hybrids for range-extender EVs in Europe from 2027 and says Australia could follow around 2028 as emissions targets tighten. No local model or date is confirmed.
Hyundai i30 Sedan N Monochrome priced at $60,500, only 200 for Australia
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Hyundai's limited i30 Sedan N Monochrome costs $60,500 before on-road costs, $5000 more than the Premium with sunroof. Only 200 are coming from November, with most fitted with the DCT.
MG U9 EV ute goes on sale from $78,990 with 3500kg towing and 430km range
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MG's first electric ute is now in showrooms from $78,990 before on-road costs. Here is what the dual-motor U9 EV offers, how it compares with the HiLux BEV and Musso EV, and the towing maths buyers should check.
How to stay safe at public EV chargers in Australia, and what the rules require
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More Australians are charging in public car parks late at night. Here is a practical safety checklist, what the federal charging guidance says about lighting and CCTV, who it covers, and what nobody has measured yet.
Toyota HiLux SR5 4x4 gets a $4000 finance deposit bonus until December
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Toyota will put $4000 towards the deposit on a new or demo HiLux SR5 4x4 financed through Toyota Finance until 31 December 2026. We explain who qualifies, which variants count and what to check before you sign.
Leapmotor B03X Hybrid Under Study for Australia as EV Launch Nears
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Leapmotor is studying a hybrid B03X for markets including Australia, while the battery-electric small SUV prepares to arrive from $29,990 drive-away.
2027 Renault Megane E-Tech Price and Specs: 480km EV Returns From $55,990
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The 2027 Renault Megane E-Tech returns to Australia from $55,990 with a 67kWh LFP battery, 480km WLTP range and faster 165kW charging.
Australian Road Toll Could Reach Highest Level Since 2010 as Deaths Rise
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Australia is on track for its highest annual road death total since 2010. Here is what the latest official data shows and why the figures need context.
Chery Plans Australian R&D Centre to Tune Cars for Local Roads
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Chery has confirmed plans for an Australian research and development centre that would use local engineers to tune future vehicles for Australian roads, weather and buyer expectations.
2027 GWM Haval H7 Price and Specs: Hybrid and PHEV From $45,990 Drive-Away
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The new GWM Haval H7 is now on sale in Australia with hybrid and plug-in hybrid power, standard all-wheel drive and introductory pricing from $45,990 drive-away.
Forthing Electric recall, 263 SUVs at risk of losing drive power
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A federal recall covers 263 Forthing SX5GEV Electric SUVs because a high-voltage drive-motor cable may be damaged and cause a loss of motive power. Owners are being offered a free inspection and repair.
