Australian automotive news & analysis

Sunday, 11 October 2026

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11 manufacturers in current coverage. Dates are supplied by the publisher; missing dates and images remain unconfirmed.

Isuzu UTE · Manufacturer news

A-League 2025-26 Season Kick Off Time

Discover A-League event details, key highlights and official resources, with links to external sources for fixtures, team updates and match information.

Ford · Manufacturer news

Ford Wins Bathurst 1000 in Centenary Year

In a year celebrating a century of passion, performance, and perseverance in Australia, Ford has once again conquered Mount Panorama.

GWM / Haval / TANK / ORA · Manufacturer news

GWM celebrates 17 years in Australia, unveils future tech and growth strategy at Tech Day 2025

GWM has unveiled an ambitious growth strategy for Australia at Tech Day 2025, launching two new plug-in hybrid models and announcing plans to expand to 125 dealers nationally. The company also introduced its premium WEY brand and confirmed Australia will be the lead global market for the launch of a new 3.0-litre diesel engine in mid-2026.

Ford · Manufacturer news

Maximum Off-Road Power of Raptor at Finke

After five hours, fifty-eight minutes, and twenty-three seconds, Brad Lovell and son, Byam Lovell, crossed the finish line in the Finke Desert Race in Alice Springs.

Isuzu UTE · Manufacturer news

New 2.2L Engine for D-MAX & MU-X

The 25.5MY Isuzu D-MAX and MU-X introduce a new 2.2L turbo-diesel engine, delivering improved power, torque, efficiency and towing performance.

Volkswagen · Manufacturer news

Golf R Mk8.5 Track Day Experience

Relive the Volkswagen Golf R Mk8.5 & Black Edition Track Day at Sydney Motorsport Park. Experience 4MOTION precision, skidpan challenges & R Division insights.

Ford · Manufacturer news

Global Caring Month & FareShare Partnership

As part of Global Caring month in September, Ford Dealers around the world are joining forces to help fight hunger and assist with disaster relief.