The 2026 Mitsubishi ASX Aspire ditches its budget roots for a premium Renault-based makeover. With a $47,000 driveaway price and a high-tech Google interior, this European-sourced crossover faces a tough fight against more powerful and efficient rivals like the GWM H6 PHEV and Toyota’s hybrid range.
The 2026 GWM Haval H6 Ultra PHEV AWD lands in Australia with a massive 268kW and a "Warp 9.9" 0-100km/h time of 4.8 seconds. We test the local suspension tune and those recalibrated inertia dampers to see if this $50,990 powerhouse is the new king of Aussie family SUVs.
Kia Tasman dealers are in full panic mode this Boxing Day. With sales stalled at 4,300 units, the "Desert Swan" is being undercut by the BYD Shark 6 and the new 160kW MG U9 Diesel. We break down the $14,000 discounts and the ANCAP safety scandal.
Is the Kia Tasman a stroke of genius or a design disaster? We go beyond the controversial "Lego" styling to deliver an honest, no-nonsense review. From the clever "mobile office" interior to a head-to-head comparison with the BYD Shark 6, find out if Kia’s first ute is the right tool for the Australian scrub
Things seem to have gone badly awry in 2025. The 2025 automotive landscape isn't just a minefield; it’s a full-blown "Complexity Crisis." Manufacturers are so desperate to hit emissions targets and look "tech-forward" that they’ve stopped building reliable cars and started building rolling beta tests. The biggest "own goal" right now is the Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV). According to the [...]
The BYD SEALION 5 launches from $33,990 as Australia’s cheapest plug-in hybrid SUV, offering up to 100km electric range, impressive efficiency, and smart compromises like AC-only charging and no AWD to keep prices sharp.
BYD Shark 6 review: a modern PHEV ute blending EV smoothness, premium comfort and real-world practicality. With 321kW, 650Nm and up to 100km of EV range, the Shark 6 challenges Hilux and Ranger with intelligence rather than noise.
Discover why a PHEV might be the ideal balance between EV and hybrid. Featuring Kristian & Luca’s adventures, this guide explores price, use, charging, warranty, and lifestyle — plus a PHEV comparison table under and over $100K to make your choice easy.
Chery Australia wins big at the 2026 Money Best of the Best Awards, with the Tiggo 4 Urban and Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid Urban taking out top value honours. Discover why these SUVs are redefining affordability, tech and family-friendly motoring in Australia.
EVs and hybrids overtook petrol cars in the EU for the first time in October 2025. BEV, PHEV, and hybrid sales surged across major markets, while petrol and diesel continued their rapid decline. Full breakdown of Europe’s shifting automotive landscape.
