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1 week ago | goauto.com.au | Cobey Bartels

GENESIS is on the model update offensive, as it rolls out a spate of new ‘Electrified’ (EV) models aimed at the premium end of town, undercutting the Germans on price while going big on luxury. The latest model update from Hyundai’s premium sub-brand is the Electrified G80, now available in single Signature AWD flagship trim, which grows in length, luxury and price for 2025.

1 week ago | goauto.com.au | Cobey Bartels

XPENG has unveiled its latest assault on the electric SUV market with the medium-sized G7 model, ahead of an official launch in June, featuring a heavy focus on AI-powered automation. Yes, the same XPeng that was serious about its X2 electric flying car concept that will – if it ever becomes a reality – be capable of autonomous air travel as an alternative to braving Australia’s underfunded road network.

1 week ago | goauto.com.au | Cobey Bartels

FERRARI used the prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans to unveil its ultra-exclusive 296 Speciale with track-focused Piloti Ferrari configuration, paying homage to the 499P that would go on to win the gruelling endurance race for the third year running. The Prancing Horse rolled out the exclusive model on the eve of the race, using the Circuit de la Sarthe as its backdrop, celebrating a return to the podium in the hypercar category of Le Mans in recent years.

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

OverviewMEASURED against inflation, the $31,310 + ORC base-grade Mazda 3 G20 Pure hatchback tested is actually cheaper by a couple of grand than it was 20+ years ago when the model line kicked off. The Small segment G20 Pure and other Mazda 3s are something of a throwback as they eschew any form of electrical powertrain assistance, have a conventional six-speed torque converter transmission (no manual available), front-wheel drive and in the G20’s case rolls on out-of-favour 16-inch alloys.

1 week ago | goauto.com.au | Tom Baker

Ford set to double down on electrified portfolio to reduce CO2 emissions under NVESTHE GLOBAL product chief of Ford has vowed not to increase vehicle prices in Australia in order to counter penalties the automaker is likely to face under the New Vehicle Emissions Standard (NVES).