China’s GWM has revealed a full-sized pick-up – possibly with a V8 – has been studied, and without Trump tariffs, could have been used to lead a US launch.
GWM Cannon ute.
Plans for a full-size, V8-powered pick-up from GWM – which could spearhead a launch into the US market – have crossed the company’s drawing board, a top executive has revealed.But the project – and seemingly an accompanying US launch of the brand – have been placed on hold, amid
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GWM considering full-size US-style pick-up for Australia with V8 power
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Rivian R1T Australian auction now uncertain, but you can get a fluoro green electric HiLux
via drive.com.auThe future of 13 Rivian R1Ts, which were expected to be auctioned after the startup that imported them collapsed, is once again uncertain.The future of 13 Rivian R1Ts spotted in a Perth Auction yard is once again uncertain as the auction house confirms they have been returned to the Administrator.The auction site had been expected to auction off the 13 Rivian R1Ts, however Grays State Operations Manager for Western Australia, Michael Fernandes confirmed to Drive that the vehicles would no longer
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These wholesome Christmas car trends could land you a massive fine
via drive.com.auEach year, festive fans dress their cars in Christmas décor, but this seemingly innocent trend could leave your pocket a little lighter.
Photos: TikTok & iStock
Getting into the festive spirit is something all car enthusiasts and Christmas fans alike can get around.RELATED: How long do demerit points last in Australia?Many will put reindeer ears on their cars, others might do the elf legs out of the boot, while others will go all out for a complete car dressed in Christmas lights.But
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2026 Toyota RAV4 comes with a massive technology upgrade – and Australia misses out
via drive.com.auAustralian specifications for the 2026 Toyota RAV4 fall a little short of the much more up-to-date technology package being offered in China.
FAW Toyota RAV4
When Toyota announced the specifications of the 2026 RAV4 range in Australia, things looked promising.Even the base model RAV4 GX will come equipped with a 10.5-inch infotainment screen and 12.3-inch digital instrument display.Those tech features were previously reserved for high-grade models in the previous generation. Meanwhile, the RAV4
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Police seize Ferraris in $1m asset recovery operation
via autotalk.co.nzPolice have seized more than $1 million in assets including two Ferrari convertible sports cars, residential property and thousands of banned vapes in raids across Wellington and Auckland. The Police Asset Recovery Unit restrained the assets as part of an investigation into the proceeds of drug-selling activities across the North Island. Search warrants were executed […]
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MBIE cracks down on unregistered vehicle traders
via autotalk.co.nzThe Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment is warning it will intensify enforcement action against private vehicle sellers operating in breach of motor vehicle trading laws. A recent court ruling has confirmed that advertising vehicles for sale online – known as “display for sale” – counts as a sale under the Motor Vehicle Sales Act […]
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Service stations selling more diesel than ever, while petrol sales steadily slip
via drive.com.auMotorists are buying less petrol each year at the bowser, but sales of diesel fuel have steadily increased, according to a recent report by the ACCC.Motorists are buying less petrol each year at the bowser, but sales of diesel fuel have steadily increased, according to a recent report by the ACCC (Australian Competition and Consumer Commission).The report speculates that the decrease in petrol sales at the fuel pump may be attributed to people buying electric and hybrid vehicles, along with moto
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2026 Ferrari Amalfi review: International first drive
via drive.com.auThe Ferrari Amalfi is so much more than a Roma with some simple nips and tucks. It’s a far more capable – and versatile – sports coupe that looks even better than its handsome predecessor. We’d call that a win.2026 Ferrari AmalfiAdmit it. When you first saw pictures of the Amalfi, you probably thought Ferrari had some nerve bestowing an entirely new nameplate on what was clearly a modest facelift for the Ferrari Roma coupe. Going by the comments on the Amalfi, you’r
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2026 Ferrari Amalfi review: International first driv
via drive.com.auThe Ferrari Amalfi is so much more than a Roma with some simple nips and tucks. It’s a far more capable – and versatile – sports coupe that looks even better than its handsome predecessor. We’d call that a win.2026 Ferrari AmalfiAdmit it. When you first saw pictures of the Amalfi, you probably thought Ferrari had some nerve bestowing an entirely new nameplate on what was clearly a modest facelift for the Ferrari Roma coupe. Going by the comments on the Amalfi, you’r
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Trump’s Ferrari F430 heads to auction
via autotalk.co.nzA Ferrari F430 once owned by Donald Trump is set to go under the hammer at a Mecum auction in January 2026, with the supercar expected to fetch between $1.3 million and $1.73 million. The Corsa Red F430 was purchased by Trump in May 2007 and delivered to Trump Tower in New York City. The […]
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ANCAP awards five-star ratings to MG 7, updated ZS and Haval H7
via autotalk.co.nzANCAP has issued five-star safety ratings for the new MG 7 and GWM Haval H7, while upgrading the safety rating of newly-built MG ZS vehicles to five stars following a safety improvement programme. The ratings announcement comes with a voluntary recall for the Haval H7 after ANCAP identified a head restraint issue during crash testing. […]
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AutoTalk Weekly Wrap – Christmas Edition
via autotalk.co.nzJingle bells! But seriously, farewell to David Crawford. We will miss you! Maybe not the hat…
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2026 BYD Dolphin G plug-in hybrid first details surface
via drive.com.auBYD is preparing a new plug-in hybrid hatchback for the European market to tackle cars like the VW Polo, Opel Corsa, and Peugeot 208.BYD is preparing to launch a new plug-in hybrid model called the Dolphin G, to sell alongside the existing Dolphin EV.The new car will slot into Europe’s B-segment, making it a similar size to vehicles like the Renault Clio, Suzuki Swift and Volkswagen Polo.The Dolphin G is set for its European introduction in 2026.While the electric Dolphin already sells in
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2026 Nissan Ariya Evolve e-4orce review
via drive.com.auFour years after it first launched, Nissan’s second electric car has arrived in Australia. The Leaf blazed the trail for electric cars, but does the Nissan Ariya follow in its footsteps? We find out.SummaryIt’s been 84 years… or at least that’s what it feels like.Four years in reality. Four years from the Nissan Ariya’s launch in Japan to its arrival in Australia in September 2025.Now, in fairness, a lot has happened in that time. Shipping problems, semiconductor s
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Hyundai Kona turbo AWD returns for 2026 in final send-off
via drive.com.auA “small run” of 2026-model 1.6-litre turbo all-wheel-drive Hyundai Konas have been manufactured, months after the brand said it had been axed.Hyundai Australia has revived turbocharged all-wheel-drive power for its Kona small SUV, with a “small run” of vehicles built to 2026 specifications due in local showrooms imminently.In July, Hyundai confirmed the Model Year 2026 (MY26) Kona line-up would be limited to front-wheel-drive 2.0-litre petrol and 1.6-litre hybrid engines
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Kei car-style EV class moves closer to reality for Europe
via drive.com.auThe European Union’s plans for a class of compact, made-in-Europe electric vehicles to fend off low-cost Chinese rivals have moved another step closer to reality.
Renault 5 E-Tech
The European Union (EU) has moved another step closer to creating a new compact electric vehicle class, with an eye on protecting local automakers from the threat of cheap Chinese imports.In the lead-up to its creation, the new vehicle class was widely tipped to be modelled on regulations similar to those of Japa
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Drive Car of the Year 2026 – Best Urban Car Under $30K finalists announced
via drive.com.auThe market for cost-conscious urban buyers is bristling with value, practicality, and efficiency – here are the finalists for the Drive Car of the Year 2026 – Best Urban Car under $30K category.
Drive Car of the Year 2026The annual Drive Car of the Year awards program continues to be the Australian new car buyer’s most-trusted advisor. At Drive, we’ve never been busier in our mission to evaluate all new cars that arrive in our market. We test over 200
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Drive Car of the Year 2026 – Best Off-Road SUV Under $90k finalists announced
via drive.com.auThe finalists for Drive Car of the Year 2026 – Best Off-Road SUV Under $90,000 category are locked in, with one big surprise.
Drive Car of the Year 2026The annual Drive Car of the Year awards program continues to be the Australian new car buyer’s most-trusted advisor. At Drive, we’ve never been busier in our mission to evaluate all new cars that arrive in our market. We test over 200 cars annually through reviews, comparing each against its innate promise to
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Drive Car of the Year 2026 – Best Electric Vehicle Under $90K finalists announced
via drive.com.auWant an EV that delivers plushness and performance but sits under the Luxury Car Tax threshold? These are the finalists for the Drive Car of the Year Best Electric Vehicle under $90K category.
Drive Car of the Year 2026The annual Drive Car of the Year awards program continues to be the Australian new car buyer’s most-trusted advisor. At Drive, we’ve never been busier in our mission to evaluate all new cars that arrive in our market. We test over 200 cars annually
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Drive Car of the Year 2026 – Best Electric Vehicle Under $60K finalists announced
via drive.com.auUnder $60,000 is the hottest battleground for electric-car sales in Australia. Here are among the best, the finalists in the running to win the Drive Car of the Year 2026 – Best Electric Vehicle Under $60K award.
Drive Car of the Year 2026The annual Drive Car of the Year awards program continues to be the Australian new car buyer’s most-trusted advisor. At Drive, we’ve never been busier in our mission to evaluate all new cars that arrive in our market. We te
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Victorian ‘Traffic Camera Services’ contract extended until 2029 for Serco
via drive.com.auThe multinational company that has operated Victoria’s traffic camera network for nearly two decades has had its contract extended until 2029.Serco, the multinational company that has operated Victoria’s traffic camera network for nearly two decades, has had its contract extended until 2029.The Department of Justice and Community Safety Victoria (DJCS) confirmed to Drive that Serco’s contract to provide “Traffic Camera Services” has been extended to 31 October 2029.
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2026 XPeng G9L could become brand’s first seven-seat SUV in Australia
via drive.com.auA new flagship electric SUV from Chinese upstart XPeng could be its first with a third row of seating, filling a gap that rivals BYD and Tesla can’t currently match.XPeng’s flagship high-riding model in Australia, the G9L, may become its first seven-seat SUV when it arrives in showrooms by the end of next year, pending any delays.The G9L is an as-yet-unseen upgrade of the G9 sold by XPeng overseas, a Kia Sorento or Hyundai Santa Fe-sized five-seat SUV rated for up to 585km of WLTP dr
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How I beat Sydney traffic by using a car ferry
via drive.com.auSydney traffic is at an all-time high, so I’ve resorted to any legal means necessary to get home faster – and I might’ve found the weirdest one yet, but it somehow works.
Left image: Sesqui centennial.
Sydney is officially the most congested city in Australia, according to recent Australian Bureau of Statistics Census data analysed by iSelect.RELATED: This country town is hiding the last Holden dealershipThe insurance comparison site crowned the city number one due to residents
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2026 Skoda Kodiaq, Select to add mild-hybrid tech to cut fuel use: Details
via drive.com.auSkoda’s new Santa Fe and Camry-rivalling mild-hybrid model grades promise massive fuel efficiency savings compared to their predecessors, but they’re not quite as electric-capable as their rivals.
Skoda Kodiaq 140TSI Select pictured, with the same styling as the mild-hybrid, bar different wheels.
Skoda will trim fuel consumption – and, in some variants, prices – with the introduction of mild-hybrid power in the Kodiaq family SUV and Octavia mid-size car early next year.Th
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Wellington-founded PartsTrader acquired by US giant Enlyte
via autotalk.co.nzPartsTrader, the automotive parts marketplace founded in Wellington in 2004, has agreed to be acquired by US company Enlyte in a deal that marks a significant milestone for the New Zealand-born firm’s global expansion. The collision repair parts procurement platform will become an independent, wholly owned subsidiary of Enlyte, the parent company of Mitchell’s Auto […]
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Baby seat bingo: Will my child seat fit my car?
via drive.com.auAlthough many models may claim to be ‘universal’, not all child seats will fit safely in all cars. Here’s your guide on what you need to know before you buy.Buying your first child seat is a rite of passage for a new parent, but which one do you buy?Friends, family, mums’ groups – they all have an opinion on which is the ‘best’ seat, but before you head out to the shops and part with a wad of cash, you first need to check not only whether your chosen sea
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Transport ministry merger could stall vehicle standards work – Associations
via autotalk.co.nzThe Government’s plan to merge four agencies into a new Ministry of Cities, Environment, Regions and Transport (MCERT) by July 2026 risks delaying critical automotive industry reforms, with industry leaders questioning both the timing and ambitious implementation schedule. The new ministry will combine the Ministry for the Environment, Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, Ministry […]
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Ford names Mawal as Australia and New Zealand CEO
via autotalk.co.nzFord Motor Company has appointed Fadi Mawal as President and CEO of Australia and New Zealand, effective January 1 2026. Mawal, a 31-year Ford veteran, will replace Andrew Birkic who is transitioning to Vice President, Sales and Service, Ford International Markets Group after five years leading the Australia and New Zealand business. The appointment sees […]
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Welcome to the December issue of AutoTalk
via autotalk.co.nzThe December 2025 issue of AutoTalk is out now and available for free PDF download. This month’s we discuss a “seismic shift” in the New Zealand automotive landscape. The results of the 2025 Dealer-Distributor Relationship Index (DDRI) show Chinese brands sweeping the board, topping 66.3% of survey categories—a tenfold increase from last year—while the dominance […]
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Nissan to double Nismo high-performance car line-up
via drive.com.auAustralia is among the export markets that could benefit from a flood of new high-performance Nissans, hoped to boost the company’s image amid tough times.The global line-up of high-performance Nismo road cars will expand from five to 10, in a move intended to boost interest in the Nissan brand through more emotional “heartbeat” models.And the majority of those are expected to be destined for markets outside of Japan, as Nissan is hoping to boost export sales of Nismo cars from
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