Ford Ranger and Everest recall, 1085 vehicles with blank touchscreen risk
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Ford Australia has recalled 1085 Ranger and Everest models with the 10.1-inch centre screen because it can go blank and stop showing the reversing camera image.
Tesla cuts up to $4050 off Model 3 and Model Y stock, plus a trade in Bonus
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Tesla Australia is offering up to $4050 off new Model 3 and Model Y stock cars and a trade-in bonus of up to $2000, with orders and deliveries required by 31 December 2026.
Transport Workers Union calls for strict robotaxi rules before self-driving taxis reach Australia
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The Transport Workers Union wants a Human Driver Guarantee that would make robotaxi operators keep at least 95 per cent of jobs for human drivers during early rollout in Australia.
Fiat’s passenger car future in Australia in doubt as 500e stock runs out
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Fiat and Abarth passenger car stock in Australia has largely sold out, and Stellantis has no plans to order more 500e hatches while it reviews future models. Fiat Professional vans are not affected.
Mini JCW Lucky 13 Edition marks Bathurst win, priced from $71,990 with 26 for Australia
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Mini Australia’s JCW Lucky 13 Edition celebrates 60 years since the 1966 Gallaher 500 win at Mount Panorama, with just 26 cars priced from $71,990 before on-road costs and deliveries from early 2027.
Honda confirms Mitsubishi Triton-based ute for 2028, Australia not yet confirmed
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Honda and Mitsubishi have signed an agreement for a Honda ute based on the Triton, due in South-East Asia in 2028, but Honda Australia has not confirmed it will be sold here.
2027 Mazda CX-30 price and specs, new grades but AWD now Astina only
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The 2027 Mazda CX-30 is on sale from $34,760 before on-road costs with two new G25 grades, ventilated seats and more safety tech, but all-wheel drive is now limited to the G25 Astina.
2027 Mazda 3 price and specs in Australia, more standard kit from $31,910
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The updated 2027 Mazda 3 hatch and sedan are on sale now from $31,910 before on-road costs, with a $300 rise, a bigger touchscreen on entry grades, smarter AEB and a new Aero Grey paint.
Tesla Cybertruck cancelled for Australia as $150 deposits are refunded
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Tesla has told Australian and New Zealand reservation holders that plans to build the Cybertruck for both markets have been discontinued, with $150 deposits to be refunded in full.
iCaur V25 EV to lead Chery-owned brand’s Australian launch in early 2027 with V27 range extender to follow
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The electric iCaur V25 is expected to launch the Chery-owned brand in Australia in early 2027, possibly by the end of the first quarter, with the larger V27 range-extender SUV expected next.
Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake returns to Australia from $70,800 as a hybrid and EV
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The new Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake wagon is on sale in Australia from $70,800 for the CLA 200 mild hybrid and $72,990 for the CLA 200 electric, with showroom arrivals due in January 2027.
Best Cheap Family Cars in Australia 2026: Affordable 5-Seat and 7-Seat Picks by Drive-Away Price
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The cheapest new family sized cars in Australia for 2026, split into small SUVs, medium SUVs, seven seaters and a wagon. Drive away prices start at $22,990 for the MG ZS and $29,990 for a seven seat Mahindra XUV700, with official ANCAP ratings and expiry dates, boot space, a quick pick comparison table and who each car suits.
