Dylan Campbell

The 2026 Mazda CX-5 is set to debut new Kodo design, more cabin space – and a Toyota RAV4-hunting, in-house developed hybrid system

New styling, even greater efficiency and plug-in hybrid potential – but will the 2026 Toyota RAV4 switch to a new turbo-hybrid engine?

Welcome to Chasing Cars’ Best Electric Vehicle (EV) of 2024 – where we name the best new EVs you can buy in Australia, as of late-2024.

German skunkwork’s first electric SUV might have supercar acceleration, but does the big-dollar figurehead fit the bill as the ultimate all-rounder?

Toyota’s ninth-generation Camry sets a new benchmark for sedan fuel efficiency, recording 3.8L/100km on-test – even if its price continues to creep up

One of Australia’s best-selling sedans, there’s a new generation Toyota Camry in Australia – although its 4.0L/100km economy comes at a cost

The Ford Mustang GT Fastback could represent your last chance to buy a brand new, naturally aspirated V8 muscle car. And it’s worth your attention, because it’s awesome

More power, more grip, more focus – and more fun. But could you really justify an extra $18,200 for the Nissan Z Nismo over a base automatic Z?

You might be tempted by the 190kW, all-wheel-drive Mercedes-Benz CLE 300, but you should go the sweeter, lighter, rear-drive CLE 200. We’ll tell you why

Mercedes-AMG’s new four-cylinder GLC 63 S is a masterpiece of technology and calibration – but is it too big a change in flavour for those who loved the old V8?

With its punchy turbo engine, the $29K MG5 Essence seems a total steal – even if it falls short in many areas, not least of which safety

BMW keeps betting on hydrogen and a drive of its iX5 fuel cell prototype leaves us impressed. But there are some massive hurdles to overcome

Remarkable, Toyota-rivalling fuel efficiency is just one of the many appealing traits of the new base Hyundai Kona Hybrid

Don’t expect to see the fabled Level Five total autonomous driving anytime soon, says Mercedes engineers

The cheapest ticket to V6 dual-cab ute ownership, the muscular Ford Ranger XLT mixes workhorse with everyday niceties in just the right way

Aussie-developed infotainment screen adds a contemporary touch to the ageing Nissan Patrol, though the Warrior version’s big appeal still lies elsewhere

It’s impressively efficient and is light weight, but is Suzuki’s new Swift Hybrid good enough to out-gun the best-selling and newly revised MG3?

The 405kW M3 CS is the best M car we’ve driven – even if it does cost a pretty penny. Performance cars don’t get much better than this

Based on an early drive, the plug-in hybrid BYD Sealion 6 is good enough to merit consideration against Toyota’s best-selling RAV4 Hybrid

Need a hybrid sedan but can’t bring yourself to buy a Toyota Camry? Honda’s impressively accomplished new Accord e-HEV RS could be for you

Hybrids to underpin Honda emissions strategy as it prepares to offer first Australian electric model

The electric versions are stealing the show, but BMW’s comparatively lightweight 520i could be the dynamic sweetheart of the new 5 Series range

Facelifted Range Rover Velar welcomes new Autobiography range-topping variant – and while plenty luxurious, it’s missing a few critical things

At just $85,900, BMW’s new entry-level i4 eDrive35 offers a credible German electric rear-drive sedan alternative to the all-conquering Tesla Model 3

Cars don’t come much better than the BMW i7 M70 – even if some minor flaws prevent it from reaching perfection

Range-topping hybrid the best to drive of all new CR-Vs – even if we’d probably still recommend the cheaper VTi LX AWD

Amazing for touring and towing, the Volkswagen Touareg 170TDI is one of our favourite SUVs – a cut-price Audi, and surely as good as base models get

We drive an early pre-launch example of Mitsubishi’s all-important, all-new Triton. Does it have the right stuff to challenge Ford Ranger and Toyota Hilux?

Mitsubishi exploring fuel-saving solutions for new Triton; plug-in hybrid still on the table, but poses challenges

An all-new version of Mitsubishi’s legendarily tough Pajero Sport SUV is inbound. Here’s what to expect

Still angry Mitsubishi didn’t make a Lancer XI? Fast cars are back on the agenda, says local and global bosses

Want a V12 hybrid Lamborghini Revuelto? That’ll be $987,000 plus on-roads – and at least a two-year wait

Lusting after a turbo-diesel, seven-seat Hyundai Santa Fe? This could be your last chance to get in one before the new model arrives

Honda’s new CR-V feels all grown up, and importantly a worthy rival to Toyota’s RAV4 – even if it’s lost some of the quirkiness and character of the previous car

The Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe’s turbo-electric powertrain makes the Pentastar V6 feel ancient – provided you can justify the eye-watering $31,500 premium

Future Jeep models will get boxier in shape and less retro, according to Europe design chief

Mazda’s much-loved small car is back and better than ever. We explore the different grades, prices and what you get for your dough

About to drive on a dirt road? Here’s everything you might want to know

Law-makers could grant minor concessions on world’s strictest emissions laws

A PHEV is coming, but what about an EV Ford Ranger? When could we see it, and what could it look like?

There’s a brand new Fiat 500 in town, but now with electric-only power. Does its new-school powertrain justify its not-very-pint-sized price?

Ford this evening confirmed that a plug-in hybrid Ranger dual-cab ute will go on sale in early 2025. The Ranger PHEV promises capabilities including an

Very good news: you can now order a brand new Hyundai hot hatch again

Peugeot confirms E-3008 electric ‘fastback’ SUV is headed Down Under

Got $520,300 and not sure what to do with it? You could buy a Ferrari Roma Spider

Stay up to date with Honda’s popular midsize SUV as we keep track of any and all upgrades, price changes and more, inside one handy report

Renault reveals 160kW electric Scenic E-Tech SUV could come to Australia

The Spanish brand’s halo sports car, if approved, would be aimed at the Porsche Cayman – rather than the supercar class

Skoda will continue building petrol-powered Octavia models as long as there is demand – but a confirmed electric station wagon probably won’t wear the name

As prices rise, Skoda CEO Klaus Zellmer admits there’s “homework” to do in Australia

The smallest-ever Lexus model is coming – with an inline-three cylinder hybrid

New luxe-spec Ford Ranger Platinum joins long list of delayed dual-cabs

Tesla’s cheapest electric car is coming – here’s what we know, and the cut-price EV rivals it must defeat

BMW reveals new 5 Series and there’s no inline-6 or V8 to be seen as electric putsch gains pace

BMW’s silent-but-deadly all-paw and rear-drive electric 5 Series sedan is headed for Oz

210kW Pentastar V6 to hero range for now; no word yet on Trackhawk

But those needing a Grand Cherokee with a 3500kg towing capacity should wait for the hybrid turbo inline-four

A push to mandate Acoustic Vehicle Alerting Systems (AVAS) in Australia is gaining ground

Mazda 3 gets new colour, goes auto-only as prices hike by nearly $3K

The refreshed lineup for the Touareg includes the 340kW R eHybrid; which will be VW’s first PHEV model sold locally

New colour, new wheels as Blue Oval’s big SUV gets the Wildtrak makeover

Smarter interior but no more power for South Korea’s cut-price, twin-turbo rear-drive sedan

New medium Honda SUV to come in four variants, ‘slotting between’ HR-V and CR-V and starting from $40,200 driveaway

Three to six month wait on build-to-order vehicles as VW pulls the trigger on all-new Amarok

Shooting Brake Z4 shocks motoring world – and not just for not being an SUV

As prices of new cars continue to rise, so too has the tax man’s definition of a luxury car

Skoda sizes up budget Chinese EVs with new electric SUV – one of six global electric models due by 2026

Bigger battery, faster DC recharging and return to rear-drive – for a higher price

A larger battery capacity and faster DC charging capability comes with a price hike

All-electric, three-tier Mustang Mach-E range for Australia is set to be topped by the 358kW dual-motor GT, with orders opening later in 2023

Bentley’s ‘driver-focussed’ V8-powered Bentayga S is sharper and sweeter than the W12 Speed – but is this luxury SUV really worth $450,000?

Hybrid 11th-generation Civic arrives with a sparkling chassis and excellent fuel economy, but is $55,000 pushing the friendship too much?

Ingolstadt renames its e-tron SUV to the Q8 e-tron – and increases range substantially thanks to huge new 106kWh battery.

Increases of up to $1300 have been applied to Australia’s best-selling dual-cab ute after it launched earlier this year.

Average savings across the Peugeot and Citroen range, with a three-year prepaid servicing plan, are $477. Take that, inflation.