Australia’s new‑vehicle market hit a new record of 1,241,037 sales in 2025, but behind the breakdown of combustion-powered, hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electric cars, there is data that shows which buyer group was most attracted to which vehicle type. At a high level, buyers are splitting into four distinct camps: battery-electric vehicles (EVs), plug‑in hybrids (PHEVs), hybrids (HEVs), and the still-dominant world of petrol- and diesel-powered vehicles – including mild-hybrids (MHEVs). Based on 2025 volume, that looks like: EVs: 103,270 sales (8.3 per cent of the market) – including just two hydrogen fuel-cell electric vehicles (FCEVs) PHEVs: 53,484 sales (4.3 per cent) – including…

German executive sedans are niche vehicles in Australia, but the BMW 5 Series continues to be one of the best. Edgy, angular exterior styling is what defines the current-generation G60-series executive sedan, which arrived locally roughly two years ago. Not much has changed since then, which means this is still the most diverse 5 Series family to date. Key talking points are, of course, the all-electric i5 models and the beastly M5 performance flagship, which have stolen some of the limelight from the more traditional 5 Series cars. The result is just one non-performance, non-electrified petrol variant – the 520i…

Automakers from all over the world have been tapping China as a production source for years, but we’re now seeing a major shift. The first Chinese-built model from a non-Chinese brand in Australia was the 2004 Volkswagen Polo Classic, but it took a while for such vehicles to be common on our roads. Then, there was a rush of offerings – Tesla switched to Chinese sourcing for our market, and BMW started exporting the iX3 from China, as did Chinese-owned Volvo and Polestar with various models. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new car. Click here to get a…

Mitsubishi Australia has introduced two new accessory packs for its Triton dual-cab ute, intended to make its range of genuine accessories easier to digest for fleet and lifestyle buyers. Designated as special-edition models, both packs are now available. One is the Triton GLX-R Special Edition with Tradie Accessory Pack, priced at $58,490 before on-road costs, which adds work-ready gear including side steps, a bed liner, and rubber floor mats, finished in a unique white paint colour. The other is the Triton GSR Special Edition with Touring Accessory Pack, which includes a black nudge bar, weather shields, and a matte black bonnet…

The BYD Sealion 8 isn’t Australia’s cheapest plug-in hybrid (PHEV) SUV, but it’s among them. BYD has announced a base price of $56,990 before on-road costs for the large crossover SUV, which translates to a drive-away price of $60,773 in New South Wales. That undercuts the Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid ($59,990 before on-roads, $65,430 in NSW) but puts it above the (admittedly significantly smaller) Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid ($45,990 to $49,990 drive-away). CarExpert can save you thousands on a new car. Click here to get a great deal. Orders are now open, ahead of deliveries commencing before the end…

Waymo is looking to test its autonomous vehicles on public roads in Australia later this year, with reports suggesting it’s in discussions with the federal government to begin trials. According to The Sizzle, Waymo – owned by Alphabet, the parent company of Google – has held meetings with federal government officials to discuss trials of its autonomous cars on public roads as soon as this year. The company has reportedly held a private, preliminary briefing with federal Transport Minister Catherine King as part of the process. There’s no word on exactly where or when Waymo may roll out on local…

Move over Tesla Model 3, there’s a new hypermiling king among electric vehicles (EVs): the Volvo EX60 electric SUV. Key charging capabilities have been revealed for the EX60 ahead of its official unveiling on January 21 and Australian arrival later this year, with its claimed 810km (WLTP) range better than any EV currently on sale locally. It will also boast the ability to add up to 340km of range after just a 10-minute charge, albeit at 400kW speeds which aren’t offered in Australia, although Tesla Superchargers can deliver up to 320kW.  Volvo shared the details in a statement, with the…