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Chery on top of hybrid tech

1 week ago | goauto.com.au | Peter Barnwell

WITH a growing range of petrol electric models at its disposal, Chinese manufacturer Chery is in the box seat to capitalise on booming hybrid sales and slower than predicted Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) sales in some countries. Added to this is news that the Wuhu, China-based manufacturer is about to introduce a new generation of more efficient hybrid technology.
Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 4Matic Edition R arrives

1 week ago | goauto.com.au | Peter Barnwell

More kit, sharper dynamics and a sexier look for $128,900 Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 4Matic Edition RAN EDITION R badge has been applied to AMG-enhanced versions of the Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 4Matic Medium size Wagon SUV and Coupe SUV models promising more kit, sharper dynamics and a sexier look. The well-proportioned vehicle lists from $128,900 + ORC for the Wagon and $141,600 + ORC for the Coupé and will be available in limited numbers from April 10 at Mercedes-Benz outlets.
Mercedes-AMG CLE 53 Cabrio arrives

1 week ago | goauto.com.au | Peter Barnwell

ANOTHER variant of the Benz CLE-Class Coupe and Cabriolet range has been added in the new Mercedes-AMG CLE 53 4Matic+ Cabriolet that arrived in Benz outlets on April 10 promising luxury-seeking motorists wind-in-the-hair driving pleasure with a generous dollop of AMG performance thrown in. It joins four other existing CLE-Class Cabriolet and Coupe models that bridge the gap between smaller two-door C-Class and larger E-Class predecessors.
Sport Edition joins Mercedes-Benz C-Class range

1 week ago | goauto.com.au | Peter Barnwell

SWEETENING the deal for Mercedes-Benz C 200 Medium segment sedan buyers is a limited Sport Edition model with extra kit available now from $88,400 excluding on-road costs. The model will be offered initially as part of a nationwide launch campaign at $92,500 drive-away until 30 June 2025 (terms and conditions apply).
2025 Mitsubishi Triton GSR tow test

1 week ago | goauto.com.au | Peter Barnwell

OverviewAS ITS name suggests a ute (utility) must be able to cope with broad applications from toting a tonne in the tray to carrying tradie tools/products, carry out light delivery work and tow every imaginable rig spanning boats, trailers, caravans and machinery.
Smart #5 gets Brabus treatment

2 weeks ago | goauto.com.au | Peter Barnwell

ALTHOUGH we have yet to see the Smart #5 Medium segment SUV here, the Chinese all-electric manufacturer has this week launched a performance enhanced Brabus AWD variant onto the international stage. The top model has not been confirmed for Australia but the Smart #5 is due Down Under late in 2025 with price and specification to be announced in Q3 this year.
Market Insight: Will FBT nuke PHEV sales?

2 weeks ago | goauto.com.au | Peter Barnwell

PHEV sales boom may tank after FBT break ends but long-term data shows solid growthTHE Australian Tax Office (ATO) was not fooling around when it dropped Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) exemptions on low-emission plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEV) on April 1, immediately adding thousands of dollars to the bottom line of new PHEV novated leases.
Mitsubishi adds body styles to Triton range

3 weeks ago | goauto.com.au | Peter Barnwell

More Triton choices available soon as cab-chassis, Single and Club cabs filter throughMITSUBISHI Motors Australia Limited (MMAL) is progressively launching additional Triton ute variants to join its existing Triton double-cab range that was launched back in February of 2024. Rolling into local Mitsubishi Motors dealers from this week are Single cab-chassis, Club cab-chassis, and Club cab-pick-up variants.
Peugeot 208 GTi to return with BEV powertrain

3 weeks ago | goauto.com.au | Peter Barnwell

PEUGEOT has officially announced a fully electric e-208 GTi hot hatch to help the French arm of Stellantis revive its former sporty perception – and maintain an upward profitability trajectory while at the same time fending off archrival Renault. New CEO Alain Favey says he wants to “nurture the reputation of the brand for driving sensations” spearheaded by his announcement of the new e-208 GTi hot hatch and likely other GTi spec’ BEV performance models “depending on customer feedback”.
Market Insight: Nissan Patrol comes of age

3 weeks ago | goauto.com.au | Peter Barnwell

Nissan celebrates quarter-million Patrol sales in Aus as Y62 starts to outsell LC300IT IS hard to believe the Nissan Patrol is into its seventh generation (soon to be six in Australia) in 74 years, chalking up a quarter of a million local sales along the way with the hi-tech and more luxurious Y63 due here perhaps next year or 2027 having already lobbed in Middle East markets late last year.