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Tesla sales continue to soar amid lineup expansion
Tesla sales have continued their upward rise this year, with the Model 3 reversing its sales slide, but Polestar sales are down.
First Nismo Performance Centre opens in Australia
The first factory-backed Nismo Performance Centre outside Japan has opened in Melbourne, with more to roll out across Australia and New Zealand.
2027 Geely EX5 update detailed: RWD, ultra-fast charging available, Australian timing TBD
The updated Geely EX5 in China gets dramatically faster charging, plus more range and performance and rear-wheel drive.
City of Rockingham Castaways Sculpture Awards 2026
This spring, experience the City of Rockingham’s iconic Castaways Sculpture Awards as it returns to the Rockingham Foreshore from 24 October to 1 November 2026.
Tesla introduces a new feature it hopes you’ll never use
A new ‘peace of mind’ feature has been introduced for Tesla Superchargers in the United States, which could be rolled out to other countries.
Mazda CX-6e tipped to become one of Australia’s top-selling EVs
Mazda says its electric alternative to the CX-5 could sell 1000 units a month locally, putting it among Australia’s most popular EVs.
Mazda admits Australians aren't asking for an electric MX-5
An electric MX-5 could attract new buyers, but Mazda says existing Australian customers are still chasing an analogue successor.
Nissan Ariya deals: EV prices slashed by up to $15,000
The Nissan Ariya is now one of Australia's most affordable mid-size electric SUVs, with prices slashed to clear stock of the now-superseded model.
BMW drops diesel from 3 Series sedan range
Just a decade ago, diesel engines ruled Europe, but they've been replaced in rapid order by electrified drivetrains, and the new BMW 3 Series is blowing with the wind of change.
2027 Toyota Corolla hatch gets price rise, more equipment
The Corolla hatch costs more but has gained safety equipment as part of one of the last updates for the outgoing generation.
