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…

Just a few months after GAC launched in Australia with three models, the Chinese brand has confirmed that it will add another in the form of a small electric hatchback by mid-2026. The 2026 GAC Aion UT will launch locally in the second quarter of this year (April-June), joining the already-launched Aion V mid-size electric SUV, Emzoom small petrol SUV, and M8 plug-in hybrid people mover. Pricing and full specifications have yet to be confirmed, though GAC Australia president Kevin Shu says the Aion UT is another piece in the brand’s rapidly evolving local puzzle. “Our strategy of ‘In Australia,…

Ford has announced a more powerful Dark Horse SC version of the Mustang for the US, packing a version of the 5.2-litre supercharged ‘Predator’ V8 from the hardcore Mustang GTD, but don’t hold your breath for it to be offered in Australia. Pricing and engine outputs are yet to be revealed for North America, where the Dark Horse SC will be available around mid-2026, and positioned between the standard Dark Horse and the GTD flagship. However, a high expected price tag and Australia’s New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES) make it unlikely to be sold here, even if the SC was…

Images of a facelifted version of the Honda Jazz have been published online, ahead of the model’s launch in China. Badged as the Fit there, the Honda hatchback is said to be limited to just 3000 vehicles, with small petrol-powered cars being a relatively unpopular segment among Chinese new-vehicle buyers. As reported by Japanese website Creative Trend, leaked images of the model – produced by a joint venture between Honda and GAC – were originally posted on the website Autohome. Visual changes include (increasingly common) split-level lighting, replacing the large headlight clusters of the outgoing model. The grille remains slim,…