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Amazon’s Jeff Bezos Backs Ute Start-Up
First-car buyers are at the centre of a strategy being adopted by an electric vehicle start-up, and it’s got the backing of Jeff Bezos.
NSW Number Plate Sets New Auction Record
Heritage number plates are big business in Australia, with two-digit plates selling for millions of dollars across the country.
Dutton doubles down on so-called ‘ute tax’
The Federal Opposition Leader has vowed to dump new emissions fines for car manufactures set to come into force on 1 July.
Kia Tasman just the start as Kia goes all in on utes
The Kia Tasman dual-cab is expected to be part of the South Korean car maker’s global ute push, with Australia the biggest market.
Two New Electric SUVs Earn Five-Star ANCAP Safety Ratings in 2025
BYD Sealion 7 and Geely EX5 electric SUVs score five-star ANCAP safety ratings with strong results in child occupant protection.
BYD launches Denza luxury brand in Europe ahead of arrival in Australia
Already confirmed for Australia, Denza – the luxury arm of BYD – has revealed the first vehicles it plans for Europe by the end of the year.
Toyota HiLux Production Ending Next Month
With the new-generation ute expected in late 2025, the current HiLux will stop being made from May, CarSauce understands.
2026 Volkswagen Amarok Walkinshaw Confirmed: GT Variant First, Hardcore Off-Roader to Follow
Volkswagen confirms 2026 Amarok Walkinshaw W-Series with GT focus launching first, followed by a tougher off-road variant later.
CUPRA Offers $8,800 Discount on Formentor VZx
CUPRA offers $8,800 off the Formentor VZx, now $61,990 drive-away with a five-year service offer until 30 June 2025.
Car makers stopping shipments to the US amid tariff trouble as Aussie dollar falls
Audi, Nissan and Jaguar Land Rover among others, have made drastic changes due to newly introduced tariffs on cars imported to the US.
Foton Tunland Ute Returns to Australia
After a five-year hiatus, Foton is returning to the light commercial segment in Australia with two dual-cab utes.
2026 Deepal E07 Multitruck: Oddball For Australia
It’s not quite a ute, but not quite an SUV – the segment-straddling Deepal E07 Multritruck has gone on pre-sale ahead of its local launch.
JAC Electric, Plug-In Hybrid Utes Debut in Melbourne
Electric and plug-in hybrid versions of the JAC T9 ute have been unveiled – but a trademark dispute could be on the cards.
MG Motor unveils their first Ute at Melbourne Motor Show
MG Motor has revealed the U9, its first Australian ute, at the Melbourne Motor Show, with sales expected to begin in late 2025.
2025 Ford Ranger Super Duty Revealed
With a thicker chassis, upgraded suspension mounts, diffs, axles, and wheel hubs, the Ford Ranger Super Duty is a serious bit of kit.
Sixth Generation Subaru Forester Revealed: Australian Specs
Subaru debuts the sixth-gen Forester in Australia with hybrid and petrol options, and expanded safety features ahead of mid-2025 launch.
Australia’s Top 10 Best-Selling Vehicles of March 2025
Australia’s best-selling cars for March 2025: Ford Ranger reclaims top spot as BYD Shark bites into ute sales with a huge debut.
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Genesis Unveils X Gran Coupe and Convertible Concepts at Seoul Mobility Show
Genesis debuts X Gran Coupe and Convertible Concepts in Seoul, previewing future luxury with bold design and Mediterranean-inspired interior
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2025 Hyundai IONIQ 6 Facelift Revealed with Bold New Look and N Line Variant
Facelifted 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 6 debuts with bold new look, N Line variant, and updated tech — Australian release set for late 2025.
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You Might Finally Be Able To Buy The 2026 Hyundai Nexo Hydrogen SUV in Australia
You might finally be able to buy the 2026 Hyundai Nexo Hydrogen SUV in Australia — 700km range, 6.8L/100km and many tech upgrades.
Major Carmaker Quietly Turns Back on Hydrogen
There were expectations Kia would release a hydrogen fuel-cell car by 2027, but it appears the technology is no longer a priority.
Kia Tasman SUV Next, With Global Consensus
Kia’s first ute is almost here, and it could spawn an SUV derivative – provided there’s support from global markets.
Scoop! Electric Deepal Hunter Ute a Chance for Australia
It’s the world’s first range-extender electric ute, and it could be coming to Australia.
2025 Mitsubishi Triton Range Expanded with New Cab Chassis and Club Cab Models
Mitsubishi expands the 2025 Triton lineup with new Cab Chassis and Club Cab variants, plus new payload options across work-focused grades.
2025 Alfa Romeo Junior Confirmed for Australia with Hybrid and Electric Options
Alfa Romeo Junior lands in Australia Q3 2025 with hybrid and electric options, offering advanced tech, safety, and compact dimensions.
Fringe Benefits Tax Exemption Ends for Plug-In Hybrids
Despite strong sales of PHEVS – and the government’s desire to reduce emissions – there has been a big change to FBT laws from today.
Hyundai's Latest Concept Points To Cheaper Electric N Model Coming
Hyundai’s new INSTEROID concept blends gaming style with EV performance, hinting at a future electric N model ahead of INSTER’s Aussie debut
Monster Truck Segment Next Logical Step For Carmakers
Industry insiders say utes and pick-ups are out – it’s time for monster trucks to forge a new market segment.
Headcheck Monitoring Tech To Become Mandatory
New cars will soon be fitted with headcheck monitoring systems, despite clashing with current driver attention monitoring technology.
Deal Alert! Free Home EV Charger with Volkswagen ID.4 and ID.5
Want to make the jump to an electric car but don’t know where to start? VW is offering free home chargers with an ID.4 or ID.5.
Australia’s Nissan Navara Pro-4X Warrior Goes Global
An Australian Warrior is about to take on Africa, with the Nissan Navara Pro-4X Warrior launching in the South African market this month.
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No, John Deere Isn’t Making A Pick-Up
Dozens of videos online are claiming John Deere is launching a pick-up. CarSauce decided to get to the bottom of it.
Trademark Dispute Could Halt Chery Plans
Chery recently announced plans to rename the Omoda 5 as the Chery C5. There’s only one problem: Citroen already owns that name.
Speeding Fines Down, Road Fatalities Up
The number of speeding infringements in New South Wales has dropped, but the road toll continues to climb.
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Keep It: Car Giveaway Website Controversy… Again
What are the odds? A Nissan R34 Skyline GT-R has been won by a friend of Keep it Reet owner, Jason Ferron.
2025 Volkswagen T-Roc R Wolfsburg Edition For Australia
The T-Roc R just got harder, but only 200 have been allocated for our market.
Ferrari F44: Lewis Hamilton Wants F40 Successor
F1 champion Sir Lewis Hamilton wants to make a modern Ferrari F40, and it could be more than just a pipedream.
Former ‘Top Gear’ Host Says Cars Don’t Belong In Cities
James May loves cars, he just thinks using them in major cities is pointless.
Hyundai Teases INSTEROID: A Sporty, Gaming-Inspired EV Concept
Hyundai teases INSTEROID, a gaming-inspired electric concept based on the upcoming Inster EV launching Q2 2025 with up to 370km range.
New Brand Alert: MG to introduce 'IM Motors' with IM5 and IM6 EVs
IM Motors will debut in Australia at the Melbourne Motor Show this April, showcasing the IM5 and IM6 as luxury electric vehicles.
Calls to Ban Beach 4WD Driving Following Study
A university study has found four-wheel-drives negatively impact ecosystems due to beach driving, but enthusiasts say there is a balance.
Apple iPhone Maker To Build EVs For Mitsubishi Australia
A new generation of electric cars could be manufactured in Taiwan for Mitsubishi Australia, according to a company insider.
Backflip: V8 Power to Return to Ram 1500 Pick-Up
A leaked email suggests Ram could reverse its decision to drop the ‘Hemi’ V8 from its line-up.
Fluid-Free Electric Brake Calipers to Soon Debut
Besides the adoption of discs, brake systems have barely changed in the past century. But 12-volt calipers are just around the corner.
Jaecoo J7 Price and Specs: SHS PHEV Leads The Range
Jaecoo J7 launches in Australia from $34,990 driveaway, with petrol and plug-in hybrid options, topped by the SHS Summit at $47,990.
Nissan’s Product Plans Outlined For Australia, Patrol And Navara Coming
Nissan has outlined a new product assault for the Australian market, which includes the new Patrol and Navara, two EVs, and the Qashqai.
Massive Shake-Up for Next-Gen Nissan LEAF
Nissan LEAF dramatically shifts from hatchback to SUV as Nissan battles weak global sales, joined by the new Micra EV hatch replacement.
Forget Nissan, iPhone Maker Woos Mitsubishi
The company behind the Apple iPhone could soon be manufacturing electric vehicles for Mitsubishi’s Southeast Asian market.
2025 Ram 1500 Price and Specs
Australia’s most popular full-size US pick-up has been updated, bringing a new twin-turbo six-cylinder engine.
Motor Vehicle Thefts Jump 41 per cent in Victoria
The number of stolen cars in 2024 has reached alarming levels, with crime stats showing levels not seen since electronic records began.
Top Holden Engineer Tapped for GWM Local Tuning
GWM is launching a new program to tune its cars for Australian roads, with the man behind the Holden Commodore chosen for the job.
2025 Mahindra XUV700 Price and Specs
What was the most affordable seven-seater SUV in Australia is no longer, following a price bump for the upgraded Mahindra XUV700.
2025 GWM Tank 300 Diesel Price and Specs
GWM has introduced a 2.4-litre diesel variant of the Tank 300 in Australia, offering 135kW, 480Nm, and 3,000kg towing capacity from $47,990.
All-New Audi TT May Return Alongside R8 Supercar
A new generation of sportscars is said to be coming from Audi, with rumours of the TT and R8 making a return.
Audi Reveals Shock New A5 Pricing, Undercuts BMW and Mercedes-Benz
Audi reveals the 2025 A5 and S5 at the Australian GP, arriving soon. Prices start at $79,900, undercutting key rivals like BMW and Mercedes.
The Best New-Car Warranties in Australia Revealed
Looking for peace-of-mind? Here are the best new-car warranties in Australia.
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Audi Reveals New Base Model for the 2025 Q6 e-Tron Range
Audi reveals a new base Q6 e-Tron for Australia, priced at $99,900 RRP with 462km range and a 5-star ANCAP rating. Sportback coming soon!
Electric Toyota Yaris Successor on the Horizon
An electric city hatchback is in early development at Toyota, but don’t expect to see it in dealerships anytime soon.
2027 Renault 5 Turbo 3E: Electric Hyperhatch for Australia
It’s a French rally-inspired electric hatchback with supercar performance, and it’s coming to Australia.
NSW Police Add New Armoured BearCats to Fleet
Police in NSW have increased the number of armoured tactical trucks for use in critical incidents, counter-terrorism, and riots.
Clarkson, Hammond, May in New Amazon Show
'The Not Very Grand Tour' is set to debut in April, but don’t expect global adventures with the famous trio.
2025 Toyota Crown Estate: New Hybrid Wagon Revealed
Toyota has shown off an Estate version of the Crown, offering a wagon body with both hybrid and plug-in hybrid options.
Community Push for Left-Hand-Drive Vehicles Rules to be Eased
Older LHD cars can be registered, but newer LHD cars with more safety gear are banned. Now there’s a push to allow them.
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Nissan Silvia a Chance with New CEO
Nissan’s troubles are far from over, but a new CEO with a passion for the brand could be just what it needs.
2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA: Electric and Hybrid Sedans Unveiled
The all-new slick-looking CLA sedan has made its first appearance, with the larger model to get both electric and mild-hybrid powertrains.
2025 Mercedes-Benz G580 EQ Price and Specs
The electric G-Wagen has launched in Australia, and is both more powerful and cheaper than its V8-powered AMG counterpart.
Updated bZ4X, Electric Dual-Cab Ute Among Toyota’s Next Wave of EVs
An electric ute, an electric LandCruiser, and more electric SUVs are on the horizon from Toyota – including an updated bZ4X.
New Review Rating System Launched
A tired rating system for reviewing cars has long been the standard in the industry – but now there's a new way.
Illegal Record Smashed by V8 Holden Commodore
High-performance sedans from Germany are often favoured to break the Cannonball Run, but for this attempt, only a Holden would do.
2025 Leapmotor C10 REEV Plug-In Hybrid Price and Specs
Leapmotor’s mid-size plug-in hybrid SUV is launching with a drive-away offer, for those who aren’t ready to fully commit to an electric car.
2025 Kia EV3 Small Electric SUV Price and Specs
The latest electric small SUV from Kia has arrived, with the EV3 priced from less than $50,000 drive-away.
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2025 Peugeot E-208 Electric City Hatch One Step Closer
A year after it was set to arrive, Peugeot’s electric city car is finally going on sale in Australia to compete against the Fiat and Mini.
Hyundai Australia Names Don Romano as New CEO and APAC Region Advisor
Don Romano, former Hyundai Canada CEO, appointed CEO of Hyundai Australia and advisor for the Asia-Pacific region, effective March 10, 2025.
Deal Alert! London Taxis Offered to Mobility-Impaired Aussies
Stylish cars aren’t always a priority for the differently abled, but these London Cabs are accessible, durable, and seriously cool.
2025 Subaru WRX tS Spec B Announced for Australia
The Spec B nameplate has returned, thanks to a new flagship Subaru WRX model.
2025 Renault Kangoo Petrol and Electric Vans Updated
Renault has ditched the manual in the Kangoo panel van, but added several updates – while keeping pricing the same.
2025 Skoda Kodiaq Price and Specs
Skoda’s all-new large SUV has finally arrived, with the Czech brand setting out to offer bags of value wrapped in a European vehicle.
Electric Volvo ES90 Debuts, But Wagon Appears Dead
Ahead of its Australian launch later this year, Volvo has shown off its flagship electric sedan – just don’t expect a wagon.
Volkswagen ID.1 Electric City Car Previewed
It’s the spiritual successor to the cult favourite Up, and Volkswagen says this cut-price electric city car is the last piece of the puzzle.
Next-Generation Mazda CX-5 Unveiling Revealed
It has the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid firmly in its sights, and now the Mazda CX-5’s unveiling date has been confirmed by a senior executive.
2025 Ford Ranger Plug-In Hybrid Price and Specs
The Ford Ranger PHEV is the third plug-in hybrid ute on the market – and the most expensive – but it also comes with a trusted nameplate.
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Australia’s Top 10 Best-Selling Vehicles of February 2025
While much remains unchanged, it was the BYD Shark 6 plug-in hybrid ute which has stormed into the Top 10 in its first month of sales.
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Deal Alert: LDV Mifa People-Mover on Run-Out, as Eight-Seater Arrives
Those needing to transport up to eight people now have an affordable option, thanks to the LDV Mifa Mode people-mover.
Holden Gemini Restomod Program Launched by GM
General Motors has announced a restoration program for the iconic Gemini – but it comes with one big catch.
No More Car Loans for Petrol or Diesel Vehicles, Bank Declares
One Australian bank will no longer provide finance for brand-new cars with internal-combustion engines – but does it offer the best deal?
Tesla Sales Plummet in Australia
Despite a strong month for the Model Y, Tesla sales in Australia have seen a sharp decline – with a similar story developing overseas.
Jeep Grand Cherokee Axed from Australian Range
A collapse in local sales has forced the Grand Cherokee to be struck from Jeep’s line-up, but those after a large SUV can now get a bargain.
Isuzu Commercial Van Unveiled
Could Isuzu expand to offer a light commercial van in the Australian market?
GWM Adds Turbo-Diesel Variant to Tank 300 Lineup
GWM adds a 2.4L turbo-diesel Tank 300 variant with 3,000kg towing capacity, priced from $47,990 driveaway. 3-year free servicing in March.
Nissan R35 GT-R Ends Production
After almost two decades on sale, the Japanese supercar known as ‘Godzilla’ is finally bowing out.
Electric Mercedes-Benz G580 with EQ Technology: Australian Launch Imminent
The Electric G-Wagen is just weeks away from its Australian launch, but owners may need to pack light.
New Toyota Prius Under Consideration for Australia
Toyota Australia is revisiting whether the new Prius should be part of its range, following widespread critical acclaim since its launch.
Video: First ‘Real’ Flying Car Takes Flight
Could the future finally be here? This company says it’s created the world’s first ‘real’ flying car, and has begun real-world testing.
These Are The Cars That Don’t Depreciate
If you hate losing money in depreciation, then these are the cars you should be buying.
2025 Volkswagen ID.4 and ID.5 Price and Specs
Volkswagen’s electric SUVs are about to land in Australia, with the German carmaker sharpening its pencil on pricing.
BYD Shark 6 Achieves 5-Star ANCAP, With a Catch
BYD’s plug-in hybrid ute has received a full five-star safety rating, despite ANCAP criticising one particular safety system.
2025 Kia EV4: Electric Sedan and Hatch For Australia
The electric Kia EV4 has made its debut, and many are now wondering if this is the car that finally takes down the Tesla Model 3.
2025 Volkswagen Golf Price and Specs
Volkswagen is taking a three-tiered approach to the Golf, offering buyers the choice of value, luxury, or performance models.
Kia unveils PV5 people-mover in Spain
Kia unveils the PV5: a modular electric vehicle (EV) with versatile applications, offering up to 400 km range and fast charging capabilities
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