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IM’s biggest – and most expensive – model is coming to Australia soon, but is the IM8 large SUV worth your attention? 2027 MG IM8 Chinese cars are currently booming in popularity in Australia, with brands such as BYD, Chery and GWM dominating the sales charts. But the first Chinese marque to successfully make inroads in Australia is arguably MG, which paved the way for many others in the mainstream space. MG was also the first with a premium sub-brand in the form of IM (short for Intelligence in Motion), launching last year with the IM5 sedan and IM6 SUV – both high-end all-electric offerings priced similarly to an equivalent Tesla. Keep in mind, that was before Denza entered the market with its off-road SUV offerings, and the Zeekr 7X lit up the sales charts. While MG has been a pioneer for Chinese car brands, others (like the aforementioned models) have quickly come in to steal the limelight, so to recapture that attention, IM is expand...

As the end of the financial year approaches, some experts are sharing the most common car-claim mistakes that could trigger an ATO review. The end of the financial year is generally one of the most stressful times for private drivers and businesses alike, particularly when it comes to understanding which tax deductions the ATO permits. As reported by Drive in May 2026 , there are numerous things you can claim to reduce your taxable income. These include car washes, car loan interest, and accessories or modifications such as roof racks and tool carriers. RELATED: Car washes, roof racks, electricity: Surprising car costs to claim on tax However, numerous accountants are warning taxpayers that the ATO has clamped down on vehicle-related claims this upcoming EOFY, and any suspicious claims can result in a review or audit. According to Tax Lead at CPA Australia Jenny Wong, “the single most common error we see is people claiming their daily commute. You can’t cl...

The UK will receive a seemingly odd version of the Ford Ranger dual-cab ute that deletes the rear seats to allow buyers a unique tax concession. Ford has released a unique version of the Ranger dual-cab ute in the United Kingdom, ditching the rear seats but keeping the doors to create the Double Cab 2-Seat body style available initially in Wildtrak trim. According to Ford , the Ranger two-seat isn’t just a modified Ranger but a dedicated variant designed to transport goods and has been engineered specifically to handle the extra weight in that area. A heavy-duty partition has been installed behind the front seats to separate the areas. Heavy-duty flooring with anchor points has also been installed to allow tool boxes and equipment to be locked in or tied down. MORE: 2026 Ford Ranger PHEV price – updated ute adds features, reshuffles range The windows on the rear doors have been replaced with aluminum panels, while the rear glas...

We get behind the wheel of Australia’s two most popular four-wheel drives that have been refreshed for 2026. 2026 Ford Ranger and Ford Everest Even though changes might be minor in some ways, an update to Australia’s most popular car requires our undivided attention.  Ford has updated the Ranger for 2026, with a nomenclature of 2026.5’ being rolled out around the country. The Ford Everest has been refreshed at the same time, with new trim levels, pricing, technology and powertrains.  In some ways, the updates are significant. There’s a four-cylinder diesel engine to consider and tweaked value rationale across the range. The timing is good for Ford on this front, with a wide range of new models being rolled out by the competition. There’s a new Toyota HiLux these days, as well as a Nissan Navara vying for attention don’t forget. But are these changes for the Ranger and Everest enough to hold pace with the rapidly changing automot...