Category: Australia

Regional Australians punished by Labor’s car tax

Federal Nationals Member for Riverina Michael McCormack has called out the Albanese Labor Government over its plans to jack up prices of Australia’s most popular cars and utes as part of its proposed

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Regional Australians punished by Labor’s car tax

Federal Nationals Member for Riverina Michael McCormack has called out the Albanese Labor Government over its plans to jack up prices of Australia’s most popular cars and utes as part of its proposed

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Full details: 2024 Toyota HiLux mild-hybrid due next month, prices confirmed

The facelifted Toyota HiLux is on track for showrooms next month with mild-hybrid tech claimed to reduce fuel use by up to 10 per cent – but it does not go far enough

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Don’t pay double: More efficient new vehicles will lower fuel bills

Aussie drivers could pay up to twice the price for petrol when purchasing a new car compared to international car markets with effective fuel efficiency standards, according to the latest Climate Council analysis.

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Climate lobby backs Australian emissions standards, but data leaves more questions than answers

One of Australia’s leading climate lobby groups has claims overseas motorists are saving thousands of dollars every year on fuel because they have access to more efficient vehicles not sold in Australia. However,

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2025 Cupra Born VZ electric hot hatch unveiled with more power, wanted in Australia

Cupra has answered calls for more power – and better interior technology – from its Born electric hot hatch, with a new electric motor, longer driving range, and other changes designed to address

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Volkswagen Group Australia backs new federal emissions standard

But like Hyundai it wants the ‘super credits’ aspect of Option A included in the government’s favoured Option B Volkswagen Group Australia (VGA) has become the latest auto brand to voice its support

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Best used cars for 2024: the off-roaders

Sales figures show us each month what the most popular used cars are for Australian buyers, but popular doesn’t also mean best. When it comes to heading off-road, you should make sure the

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VW, Skoda, Audi join others in support of Australian new-car emissions targets

European brands Volkswagen, Skoda, Audi and Cupra – managed under one roof in Australia – are the latest car makers to support proposed Australian new-car emissions rules, with caveats. View 6 images The factory-backed

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“We are working on a large SUV”: All-new plug-in hybrid Mitsubishi Pajero powers into frame as Toyota LandCruiser Prado and Lexus GX gear up for hybrids of their own – Car News

Mitsubishi is currently working on a new large SUV that could at last form an all-new Pajero, breathing new life into one of its most iconic nameplates. The Pajero was axed back in

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