Has the world given up on the ‘world car’?
The automotive industry's decades-long globalisation era is ending as manufacturers prioritise regional markets over world cars.
Toyota C-HR hybrid safe for Australia amid slow sales, electric model still due next year
Toyota stands by C-HR hybrid despite slow sales; electric model coming mid-2027.
Volkswagen Still Eyeing a U.S. Pickup—But Still Has No Plan to Build One
Hyundai’s new i20 grows up with SUV-inspired makeover
Hyundai's redesigned i20 adopts SUV styling, growing closer in size to compact crossovers like the Toyota Yaris Cross.
Rivian must hit the mark with R2 and R3 before focusing on R4, R5
Rivian must nail R2 and R3 launches before pursuing R4 and R5 models.
‘Trojan horses’ – how Renault’s design-led EVs are changing the company’s fortunes
Renault's design-led electric cars are transforming the brand's fortunes with record EV sales growth.
Renault joins defence push with Thales military vehicle project
Renault and Thales unveil a militarised 4×4 prototype designed as a mobile command post for armed forces.
Only one automaker is still selling an old-school hot hatch with a manual gearbox
Honda is the last US automaker selling manual front-wheel-drive hot hatches.
Mercedes is turning the G-Wagon into an anti-drone defense vehicle
Mercedes-Benz partners with Tytan Technologies to develop anti-drone defense vehicles using the G-Wagon platform.
Dramatic new Hyundai i20 revealed with SUV flavour and big tech boost
Hyundai's redesigned i20 supermini now features SUV-inspired styling, spacious interior, and advanced tech.
VW’s best bus is back, but Americans still only get the ID. Buzz
Volkswagen revives the Caravelle nameplate with updated styling and tech, but Americans still can't buy it.
The first five-door VW Golf GTI belonged to the man who designed it
The first five-door Golf GTI was built for designer Giorgetto Giugiaro, who created the iconic hot hatch.
New Cupra Formentor VZ5 boasts Audi RS 3 five-cylinder power
Cupra's new Formentor VZ5 packs the Audi RS 3's five-cylinder engine, delivering 385bhp and 4.2-second 0-62mph acceleration.
Hyundai’s new i20 morphs into a baby crossover
Hyundai's new i20 gains crossover styling and a baby SUV stance, debuting in Brazil with combustion engines.
Hyundai i20 hatchback morphs into a baby crossover
Hyundai's new i20 gains crossover styling and SUV attitude whilst keeping traditional petrol engines in Brazil.
Citroën’s MPV comeback plan is fantastic news for families
Citroën's ELO concept signals an exciting MPV comeback for practical families.
VW, Stellantis, Renault seek EU support for local sourcing – report
VW, Stellantis and Renault seek EU support for local automotive sourcing amid Chinese competition.
Reports: UK government to soften ZEV mandate following car industry pressure
UK government to soften ZEV mandate following car industry pressure over EV sales targets.
Reports: UK government to soften ZEV mandate
UK government poised to soften Zero Emissions Vehicle mandate requiring electric vehicle sales quotas.
Porsche rules out electric 911 sports car
Porsche rules out fully electric 911, prioritising hybrid and petrol powertrains instead.
First details of next Ford Puma EV revealed: compact electric SUV is gonna be a Renault 4 under the skin
Ford's next Puma EV launches 2028, built on Renault 4 platform with multiple powertrain options.
Leapmotor’s electric hot hatch could be upgraded for global markets, but Australia isn’t locked in
Leapmotor's B05 Ultra electric hatchback could launch globally in 2027, but won't be identical to the Chinese version.
Italian attitude for China’s VW Golf rival
Leapmotor's B05 hatchback rivals the VW Golf with Italian chassis tuning and rear-wheel-drive dynamics.
