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2026 Haval H6GT Hi4 PHEV gets some handy upgrades
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Summary: GWM Australia has upgraded the 2026 Haval H6GT PHEV with a new Hi4 all-wheel drive system, refreshed interior and latest Coffee OS infotainment. The updates deliver quicker acceleration (4.6 seconds 0-100km/h) and improved fuel efficiency (0.6L/100km), though power outputs were slightly reduced.
Brands mentioned: GWM, Haval |
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Range Rover Sport marks two decades with limited-run TWENTY Edition
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Summary: Range Rover celebrates two decades of its Sport model with a limited-run TWENTY Edition featuring unique design updates and a 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8 mild-hybrid engine. Only 25 examples are allocated for Australia at $233,200, marking the vehicle’s evolution from performance-focused SUV to a core part of the brand’s modern line-up.
Brands mentioned: Range Rover |
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Truth about military drone seen before Geelong refinery fire revealed
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Summary: A viral video claimed a military Northrop Grumman MQ-4C Triton drone was targeting the Geelong refinery before its fire, sparking conspiracy theories. However, flight data shows the surveillance aircraft was conducting routine maritime monitoring 24 hours earlier. Authorities confirm mechanical failure caused the fire.
Brands mentioned: Northrop Grumman |
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Truth about military drone seen before Geelong refinery fire revealed
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Summary: A viral video claimed a military Northrop Grumman MQ-4C Triton drone was targeting the Geelong refinery before its fire, sparking conspiracy theories. However, flight data shows the surveillance aircraft was conducting routine maritime monitoring over Bass Strait approximately 24 hours before the incident. Authorities confirm mechanical failure caused the fire.
Brands mentioned: Northrop Grumman |
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2027 Leapmotor D19 debuts with the largest battery of any plug-in hybrid to show up the GWM Wey V9X and BYD Great Tang
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Summary: Leapmotor has unveiled its D19 flagship luxury SUV, available as a battery-electric or extended-range hybrid. The EREV variant features the world’s largest battery at 80.3kWh, enabling 500km pure-electric range. The six- or seven-seat model competes with BYD, Chery, and Hyundai offerings, priced from ¥219,800 (~$45,000) in China.
Brands mentioned: Leapmotor, BYD, Chery, Hyundai, Kia, Mazda, Skoda, Toyota, CATL, Stellantis |
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Nissan teases upcoming hybrid off-roader as new 2026 Denza B5 and Toyota Prado rival shapes up
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Summary: Nissan is teasing a new hybrid off-road SUV built in China, set to rival the Toyota Prado and Denza B5. The model, codenamed S20, will feature a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine paired with an electric motor for improved off-road capability. It’ll be revealed as a concept at the Beijing Motor Show and is earmarked for global markets including Australia.
Brands mentioned: Nissan, Toyota, Denza, BYD, GWM, Dongfeng |
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Volkswagen launches ID. Unyx 08 starting from 33,300 USD, first mass-produced model from VW-Xpeng collaboration
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Summary: Volkswagen Anhui launched the ID. Unyx 08, a pure electric SUV developed with Xpeng, priced from 33,300 USD. This first mass-produced collaboration model features advanced LED lighting, dual 14.96-inch displays, L2 autonomous driving, and dual-motor AWD acceleration of 0-100km/h in 4.9 seconds.
Brands mentioned: Volkswagen, Xpeng, Brembo, Qualcomm, Baidu, CATL |
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2026 Toyota Yaris Cross update revealed with RAV4 inspiration, Australia yet to be confirmed
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Summary: Toyota’s updated 2026 Yaris Cross hybrid city SUV features a RAV4-inspired grille and design tweaks, launching in Europe later this year. However, Australian availability remains unconfirmed due to different manufacturing sources—European models built in France, local versions from Japan.
Brands mentioned: Toyota, Mazda, Kia, Hyundai, Volkswagen, Suzuki |
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Hyundai’s electric vehicle sales surge significantly in 2026, with Elexio, Inster, Ioniq 5 and Kona SUVs all scoring a BYD-rivalling boost
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Summary: Hyundai’s Australian EV sales surged dramatically in 2026, with supply and orders for the Inster, Kona Electric, Elexio and Ioniq 5 rising over 50 per cent. The Korean brand secured a 158 per cent supply increase for Q2, capitalising on growing consumer confidence in electric vehicles amid competition from BYD and MG.
Brands mentioned: Hyundai, BYD, MG, Nissan, Subaru, Mazda |
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Renault Master E-Tech confirmed for Australia: Electric full-size van arriving to fight Ford E-Transit and Mercedes-Benz eSprinter
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Summary: Renault has confirmed the Master E-Tech electric van will arrive in Australian showrooms from June 2026, featuring an 87kWh battery with over 400km range. The new-generation model competes with Ford E-Transit and Mercedes-Benz eSprinter, offering improved safety, efficiency and load capacity alongside diesel variants.
Brands mentioned: Renault, Ford, Mercedes-Benz |