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World-first solid-state EV battery to offer 600km of range from a 10-minute charge
1+ hour, 46+ min ago (744+ words) A production-ready solid-state battery has been unveiled with the promise of up to 600km of range from a 10-minute charge. Finnish electric propulsion company Donut Lab has presented what it claims is the world's first production-ready solid-state battery, and it's claimed…...
2026 Peugeot 408: Electrified crossover gets greener, meaner looks
18+ hour, 35+ min ago (650+ words) Peugeot has given its sleek coupe crossover a refresh, headlined by revised looks and lighting, along with updated cabin displays. Peugeot's genre-busting, high-riding 408 has gone under the knife, sporting the French brand's new corporate look and getting minor tweaks throughout....
VFACTS December 2025: Strong finish for another record year of new vehicle sales
19+ hour, 46+ min ago (678+ words) Strong fleet sales helped boost the market in the last month of 2025, though market leader Toyota was down slightly. A record year for new-vehicle sales in Australia had a strong finish in December, despite a drop from the same month…...
2026 Audi Q3 SUV and Sportback priced for Australia
1+ day, 7+ min ago (605+ words) Pricing has been announced for the new generation of Audi's best-selling model, scheduled to land in the second quarter of 2026. The 2026 Audi Q3 SUV and Sportback will start at $61,600 before on-road costs when the new generation arrives in Australian showrooms, with…...
2026 Genesis GV70 price and specs
1+ day, 16+ min ago (469+ words) Genesis' best seller gets some minor trim changes for 2026, plus a new tech feature and a modest price increase. The Genesis GV70 enters 2026 with minor changes, including new tech and minor price increases. The model year 2026 (MY26) GV70 entered production in October, and…...
Volvo EX30 recalled for fire risk
1+ day, 26+ min ago (251+ words) Volvo is recalling its EX30 for a battery issue, but there's no remedy yet except for keeping the car under 70 per cent of charge. Volvo Car Australia is recalling the Volvo EX30 small electric SUV due to a battery defect that could…...
Hyundai Staria Electric: Large people mover gains EV variant
1+ day, 7+ hour ago (692+ words) The new Hyundai Staria Electric will have a 7-seat family version, and a 9-seat model aimed at shuttle and tour operators. While the electric Hyundai range has a hatch, sedan, and too many SUVs to count, the new Staria Electric…...
Nissan Z facelift unveiled in Japan with more retro elements
1+ day, 22+ hour ago (447+ words) The Nissan Z has been refreshed with a more aero and cohesive front bumper, new wheels, a lick of green paint, and a tan interior option. With little fanfare, the Nissan Z " known as the Fairlady Z in its homeland…...
Kia EV3 GT, EV4 GT, EV5 GT sporty models unveiled
2+ day, 2+ hour ago (704+ words) Kia has given the GT treatment to its EV3 and EV5 SUVs, and EV4 sedan and hatch, all of which made their debuts in Brussels this weekend. In addition to the new EV2 electric SUV, Kia used the 2026 Brussels motor show to unveil GT…...
Tesla finally increases its warranty coverage in Australia
4+ day, 21+ hour ago (445+ words) Tesla has announced a five-year, unlimited-kilometre vehicle warranty, even though many rivals have already moved to seven- and 10-year coverage. Tesla has confirmed it has moved to a five-year, unlimited-kilometre vehicle warranty for all new vehicles delivered from January 1, 2026. The…...