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Toyota's hybrid SUV is fun, frugal, pricey (opens the original)
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The first-generation Toyota C-HR was popular in Australia, however the second-generation model hasn't yet lived up to its predecessor when it comes to sales. One of the main reasons is because the current C-HR, which launched in 2023, is considerably more expensive. This is primarily due to it being built in Turkiye, rather than Japan, which in turn attracts import tariffs. The 2026 Toyota C-HR line-up is currently priced as follows: On test here is the mid-spec Koba Hybrid with the optional two
Watch out Shark 6, new hybrid ute confirmed (opens the original)
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GWM Australia has confirmed the pricing and specifications of its new Cannon Hi4-T plug-in hybrid (PHEV) dual-cab ute. Thanks to a limited-time offer that allows $2000 off that runs out on October 31, 2026, the 2026 GWM Cannon Hi4-T line-up starts at $47,990 drive-away for ABN holders or $48,990 drive-away for private buyers. This undercuts the likes of the JAC Hunter PHEV and BYD Shark 6, making it Australia's cheapest PHEV ute. The 2026 GWM Cannon Hi4-T PHEV has differing pricing for ABN holde
New Chinese brand lobs first electric SUV (opens the original)
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We're entering the second half of 2026 and the rollout of new Chinese brands in Australia shows no sign of slowing. The latest is Forthing, a brand from China's massive Dongfeng Motor Group which has joint ventures with Nissan, Honda and Stellantis. Forthing's first model in Australia is called the Taikon 5, a mid-size SUV offered in both electric (EV) and range-extender hybrid (REEV) guises. Although customer deliveries have just begun, the rollout has been bumpy. Forthing is currently in the m
New luxury Chinese brand has arrived (opens the original)
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The first model from GWM's premium sub-brand, Wey, has been approved for sale in Australia ahead of its expected launch in the fourth quarter of 2026. This is the GWM Wey G9, which is a people mover that has been offered in China since 2023. At this stage GWM hasn't officially announced that the Wey G9 will be launching in Australia, but if it does it will form as a rival to the likes of the BYD M9, GAC M8 and Kia Carnival, among others. According to government approval documents, the GWM Wey G9
32,000 BYD Shark 6s recalled (opens the original)
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BYD is recalling 32,009 examples of its Shark 6 plug-in hybrid (PHEV) dual-cab ute in Australia due to the potential abnormal wear of the spare wheel assembly. This recall affects BYD Shark 6 examples produced between August 29, 2024 and June 15, 2026. BYD has clarified that this recall doesn't relate to all Shark 6 examples and only certain examples. "For involved vehicles, BYD has identified that in certain circumstances incorrect installation of the spare wheel, incorrect positioning of the s
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