In real-world conditions during a two-day endurance marathon from Shanghai to Wuhu, Team Australia realised a total driving range of 1177km for the Omoda C7 PHEV, which is due to arrive in the country in late 2025.
Chery unveiled a double-cab ute from its new Himla series on April 23, among a plethora of product announcements at the Shanghai Auto Show. Alongside the global premiere of the Himla series, the Chinese brand also introduced its new Tiggo 9 SUV flagship powered by its new Chery Super Hybrid system. A Tiggo 7 CHS which is bound for New Zealand and Australia was also on display at Auto Shanghai.
The Australian Electric Vehicle Council (EVC) says bipartisan support for the electric vehicle discount will continue to benefit local motorists.Both major parties have confirmed the discount through support for the Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) exemption for electric vehicles, with the Liberal Leader Peter Dutton committing to retain it should the Coalition be elected at the May 3 election.EVC chief executive Julie Delvecchio says the development provides certainty for Australians looking to make the switch to cleaner, more affordable transport.“The Electric Vehicle Council is pleased to see our call for bipartisan support during the election campaign answered, with the Coalition’s backing of the FBT policy,” Delvecchio says.“This will mean Australians can continue to access cost-of-living relief by shifting to cleaner, more affordable cars.“It is clear both major parties recognise the importance of this policy in cutting the cost of living for all Australians.
Stellantis has appointed Mike Tsesmelis as managing director, Australia and New Zealand, responsible for overseeing operations across the Jeep, Alfa Romeo, Fiat, Fiat Professional, Abarth, and Leapmotor brands. Tsesmelis has commenced in the role and succeeds Michael Filazzola, who joined Stellantis in 2023 to lead local growth initiatives and the launch of Leapmotor. Nirmal Nair, senior vice president sales and marketing, India and Asia Pacific Region, welcomed Tsesmelis to the leadership team.
The March 2025 edition of the Automotive Insights Report (AIR), powered by data from AutoGrab, reveals a 14.8% increase in used car sales, with 200,566 vehicles changing hands nationally. This comes even as total active listings declined by 4.7%, reflecting tightening supply across most states, according to the Australian Automotive Dealers Association (AADA).
Kia Australia has confirmed pricing for its Tasman double-cab ute, with pre-orders now open ahead of its arrival at dealerships in July.
ANCAP Safety has welcomed improved safety results for four commercial vans currently on sale in the Australian market The LDV Deliver 7 and the Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo have achieved a Platinum rating.
Unsurprisingly, electric vehicle winners have dominated the 2025 World Car of the Year Awards. The Kia EV3 was the overall winner of the 2025 World Car of the Year.
The first GMC Yukon Denali has completed right-hand-drive remanufacturing in Victoria, with production well underway ahead of deliveries of the commanding eight-seat SUV across Australia and New Zealand from May.
The Australasian College of Road Safety (ACRS) is urging the Australian Government to urgently strengthen vehicle safety regulations, warning that outdated standards are putting lives at risk. While Europe has embraced world-leading safety technologies, it says Australians are being left behind and are driving cars that would not be allowed on European roads.
