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Hyundai confirms electric Staria Load for Australia, but price remains unverified
Hyundai has confirmed an electric Staria Load for Australia, but verified local pricing has still not been published.
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ACCC says Mazda, Kia and BYD improve repairer access in Australia
The ACCC said Mazda, Kia and BYD improved access to service and repair information in Australia after separate investigations, with lower-cost daily options now available for Kia and BYD.
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Fleet AI coverage keeps the manager in the loop
Fleet Auto News’ AI coverage points to faster fleet analysis, but the available evidence still places the human fleet manager at the centre. The exact 17 September item and any local impact remain unconfirmed.
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Leapmotor software updates can move from factory to showroom, but Australian impact remains unconfirmed
CarExpert reports that Leapmotor can revise software on vehicles before delivery, while the brand’s own OTA pages confirm remote updates for customer cars. Australian applicability is plausible, but local approval and delivery impact are not confirmed.
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BYD Shark 6 recall exposes recall-time cost beyond the repair
BYD Australia has recalled 32,009 Shark 6 utes in Australia over a spare wheel support cable fault, with the repair described as short but the broader fleet impact less so.
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Mitsubishi Pajero Sport enters Australian run-out
Australian reporting says Mitsubishi’s Pajero Sport is in run-out in Australia after updated safety rules took effect on 1 March 2025, while the model continues in other markets.
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Kia PV7 electric van unveiled, Australia timing reported
Kia’s PV7 electric van has been unveiled globally, with Australian reporting pointing to a local launch in the fourth quarter of 2027.
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MG U9 EV detailed for Australia, with launch timing still unclear
MG Motor Australia has detailed the U9 EV ute for Australia, but local pricing, timing and availability remain unconfirmed in the material reviewed.
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Tesla Cybercab tour confirmed for Australia and New Zealand
Tesla’s Cybercab will tour Australia and New Zealand in late 2026 as a showcase, with reporting saying it is not launching as a local robotaxi service.
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Victorian new vehicle registrations fall 3.7% in August 2026
The Victorian Government's monthly dataset records 27,847 new vehicle registrations for August 2026. This data brief reports the published figures and the limits of the comparison.
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BYD recalls Shark 6 utes over spare-wheel fault
BYD Australia has recalled Shark 6 vehicles over a spare-wheel support cable fault that could let the spare wheel detach while driving.
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Ford’s Chinese-made cars win backing from an unlikely source
Ford Australia’s move to Chinese-made cars has found an unlikely supporter, with Chery’s local chief operating officer saying the brand had little alternative.
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Ram 2500 Warlock 2026 review Australia: Huge V8 engine returns to challenge new Chevrolet Silverado
The 2026 Ram 2500 Warlock arrives in Australia, giving buyers a returning old-school V8 engine option. David Morley puts the heavy-duty pick-up through its paces to see how it holds up as a genuine…
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Nissan Z Kaze concept unlocks a new era of sports car nostalgia at 2026 ZCON in Arizona
The Nissan Z Kaze concept was revealed today at ZCON, the annual enthusiast convention of the Z Car Club Association.
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All-new Subaru Trailseeker™ - Underfloor Spare Wheel Kit Announced! | Subaru Australia
Announced! A locally engineered, optional Genuine Subaru Australia Underfloor Spare Wheel Kit is available for the all-new Subaru Trailseeker SEV™, giving you added confidence to explore beyond the…
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Regulator proposes “imperfect” rule change to give networks key role in bid to add 14,000 EV charging points
Rule maker gives key role to networks in bid to fill regional blackspots for EV chargers and city kerbsides, but will have to offer first dibs to private operators. The post Regulator proposes…
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Electric cars are more durable than petrol equivalents, and last longer – major report finds
A study of millions of vehicles reveals that EVs are much less likely to fail compared to petrol equivalents, and will last a lot longer. The post Electric cars are more durable than petrol…
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2027 GMC Yukon Denali gets blacked-out special edition treatment
GM has given its Yukon large SUV the special-edition treatment in Australia, adopting a stealthy new look.
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You’ve heard from the experts, now an EV novice puts the Hyundai Elexio to the test on 1,000 km road trip, with two young children
I was expecting to be transported 20 years into the future. What I got was a machine that is still mostly car with some Chinese tech characteristics. The post You’ve heard from the experts, now an EV…
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Australia’s CHEAPEST new Electric SUV is Coming For BYD
I went over to Spain for the international launch of the 2026 Leapmotor B03X. With an indicative price tag starting around $30,000 drive-away, this is set to land in Australian showrooms before the…
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Best EV yet? Porsche Cayenne Electric 2026 review Australia: SUV transforms to rival new BMW iX5
The 2026 Porsche Cayenne Electric marks Porsche's shift to a fully electric drivetrain, arriving in base, S and Turbo grades. Stephen Ottley puts the new large SUV through its paces, covering its…
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Fleet Data Only Matters If You Can Act On It
Fleet telematics has changed dramatically over the past two decades. What was once largely viewed as a way to locate vehicles on a map has developed into a source of detailed information about driver…
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Ford’s Ranger Incentives Test the Strength of Residual Values
A lower acquisition price can make a vehicle more attractive in a fleet tender, but strong new-vehicle offers also create a longer-term question for Fleet Managers: what happens to residual values…
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