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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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All-New Nissan Patrol delivers more space, flexibility and towing capability
Nissan Australia today reveals further details of the all-new Nissan Patrol, with notable gains in passenger space, cargo capacity and towing capability reinforcing its credentials as a true,…
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McLaren to make performance SUV, and it won’t be electric
“We'll do it very much in a McLaren way," says McLaren's CEO on the British brand's first-ever SUV.
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All-new Subaru Trailseeker SEV | Subaru Australia
Introducing the all-new Subaru Trailseeker Sport Electric Vehicle™, made for those who live for the trail. Unleashing electrifying performance with 0-100 km/h acceleration in just 4.5 seconds* plus…
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Leapmotor B03X 2027 review: international first drive
A small and cheap electric SUV isn’t a natural contender to stir excitement in buyers beyond a bargain hunt, yet that hasn’t stopped Leapmotor from boldly billing the new B03X as a “passion magnet”.…
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Nissan Casting Australia Plant
40 years of local grit meets world-class engineering. From high-pressure aluminium casting to heavy-duty accessories and EV components, NCAP shows what Australian manufacturing is capable of on the…
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MSI Eco Series EV charger review: A smart home charger with some properly useful hardware
Home EV charging should be simple enough to forget about. MSI’s new Eco Series aims to do just that, combining practical installation features with smart charging, solar integration and up to 22kW AC…
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Subaru WRX claims Australian rally victory
Subaru has found rally success at a local level, with an Australian motorsport icon driving an almost-standard WRX to victory.