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Ford might develop future engines with outside firms, says executive

6 days ago | carexpert.com.au | Paul Maric |Alborz Fallah |Anthony Crawford |Derek Fung

A senior Ford executive thinks customers no longer separate brands based on their petrol and diesel engines, and this might lead to the automaker developing new engines with suppliers or, maybe, rivals. According to Automotive News John Lawler, Ford’s vice chair overseeing strategy, partnerships and alliances, told the Bernstein Strategic Decisions Conference, “I don’t think that consumers really think about powertrains the way they did 30 years ago”.
Polestar, Volvo debut new feature to satisfy Beatles fans

6 days ago | carexpert.com.au | Paul Maric |Alborz Fallah |Anthony Crawford |William Stopford

Money can’t buy you love, but it can buy you a Volvo or Polestar electric SUV with a Bowers & Wilkins sound system featuring a special Abbey Road Studios Mode. The two Geely-owned brands are adding the new feature, developed with and inspired by the London recording studio that The Beatles once used. It’s being rolled out to the Volvo EX90 and Polestar 3 as part of a free over-the-air software update.
Ford Ranger PHEV built for choice not compliance, says exec

6 days ago | carexpert.com.au | Paul Maric |Alborz Fallah |Anthony Crawford |Josh Nevett

Ford Australia has launched the Ranger PHEV to broaden customer choice, not meet emissions regulations, according to senior global product executive Jim Baumbick. The Ranger PHEV joins a growing collection of electrified Ford models in Australia that includes the all-electric Mustang Mach-E SUV and E-Transit and E-Transit Custom vans, as well as a plug-in hybrid version of the Transit Custom.
Lamborghini tech boss hails e-fuel as ICE ‘saviour’

6 days ago | carexpert.com.au | Paul Maric |Alborz Fallah |Anthony Crawford |Damion Smy

Synthetic fuel, also known as e-fuel, could save the internal combustion engine (ICE) according to Lamborghini’s tech boss, who says electric vehicle (EV) performance parity is only a matter of time.
2025 Hyundai Staria Load Premium review

1 week ago | carexpert.com.au | Paul Maric |Alborz Fallah |Anthony Crawford |Max BakerNatasha Davies

Hyundai’s commercial hauler has polarising looks, but its practicality is hard to debate. Note: This is a revised version of our recent review of the Hyundai Staria Load, as there have been no major changes to the model since it was published. We have updated key details such as pricing and specifications with the most up to date information available. Read our latest price and specs article here for all the details.
One in five Volkswagen ID. Buzz buyers will opt for the most expensive one

1 week ago | carexpert.com.au | Paul Maric |Alborz Fallah |Anthony Crawford |Marton Pettendy

At least 20 per cent of Australian customers for the Volkswagen ID. Buzz electric van and people mover range are expected to choose the more powerful, dual-motor all-wheel drive GTX performance flagship – more than in almost any other market – despite its near-$20,000 price premium at a hefty $109,990 before on-road costs.
Why Ford thinks its Ranger PHEV doesn't need a bigger battery than Shark 6, Cannon Alpha

1 week ago | carexpert.com.au | Paul Maric |Alborz Fallah |Anthony Crawford |Josh Nevett

Ford says its new Ranger PHEV ute is the ‘best tool for the job’, despite it failing to match key rivals on battery capacity, power, and electric driving range. Launched in the Australian market last month ahead of imminent customer deliveries, plug-in hybrid versions of the Ranger are propelled by the combination of a 2.3-litre turbo-petrol four cylinder engine and a rear-mounted electric motor, producing a combined 207kW of power and 697Nm of torque.
Skoda L&K 130 ute concept revealed with sliding door

1 week ago | carexpert.com.au | Paul Maric |Alborz Fallah |Anthony Crawford |Derek Fung

The Skoda L&K 130 ute concept is designed to be a support vehicle for a professional cycling team. It is the 10th annual concept designed by the company’s academy school students, and honours the company’s 130th anniversary. The students transformed from the Superb Combi wagon into a ute by shortening the roof and roof rails, modifying the B- and C-pillars, and reinforcing the body. Naturally, there’s a new wall and windscreen behind the rear seats to separate the tray from the cabin.
2025 GAC GS8 review

1 week ago | carexpert.com.au | Paul Maric |Alborz Fallah |Anthony Crawford |Gautam Sharma

ProsConsComfortable, refined and dynamicInterior trims look a bit cheapDistinctive exterior stylingEngine undernourished for 2.0-tonne SUVLoaded with bells and whistlesTransmission lazy in Comfort modeAmong the horde of Chinese brands set to storm the Australian market this year is GAC (Guangzhou Automobile Group), which has lofty ambitions of being a top 10 player locally by 2030.
Could Jeep's rugged EV debut a new off-road-ready transmission?

1 week ago | carexpert.com.au | Paul Maric |Alborz Fallah |Anthony Crawford |Damion Smy

Stellantis has patented a new three-speed transmission designed to bring its Jeep brand’s legendary off-road capability to electric vehicles (EV) without the need for additional motors or equipment. Jeep released its first EV in Australia in 2024 – the urban-friendly Avenger – with the larger Wagoneer S crossover SUV and rugged Recon set for Australia in 2026. It’s the latter that appears most likely to receive the new transmission, should it enter production.