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2027 Kia Carnival and Picanto ranges to shrink in Australia

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Kia Australia has axed two diesel Carnival grades, and the Picanto GT-Line manual, citing low customer uptake. Kia Australia has swung an axe at some versions of its popular Carnival and Picanto models, citing low customer uptake for the deleted grades. Sport and GT-Line Lite diesel-only grades have been deleted from the 2027 Kia Carnival range, leaving S, Sport+ and GT-Line versions across diesel and hybrid. The latest change is further reduction of the Carnival line-up in Australia, after its long-running petrol V6 engine was axed at the start of this year, to help Kia align with Australia’s New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES) . Meanwhile, the Picanto GT-Line hatchback will not be offered with a manual transmission for Model Year 2027 (MY27), now available in automatic only. MORE: Kia Sportage non-hybrid petrol and entry diesel grades ‘under review’ in Australia The entry-level Picanto Sport continues to offer a five-speed manual or four...
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Cars from big brands you probably didn’t know were built in China

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While the rush of Chinese brands onto the Australian market are, unsurprisingly, mostly Chinese-sourced, some more traditional brands have also turned to China as a production hub. While it comes as no surprise that the overwhelming majority of Chinese brands source their cars from China, you may not know that established brands are also bringing Chinese-built cars into the country. The following is a list of cars you may not know as Chinese, despite being manufactured there. Cupra Tavascan Cupra is a Spanish brand, owned by Germany’s Volkswagen , but the electric Tavascan SUV arrives here from China. A partnership between Volkswagen and JAC Motors is responsible for the Volkswagen Anhui factory in Hefai, where the Tavascan is built. MORE: 2025 Cupra Tavascan price and specs – electric family SUV cheaper than a Tesla Model Y in Australia Hyundai Elexio While South Korean company, Hyundai , sources most of its production from South Kor...
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2024-2025 Ford Transit Custom recalled over owner’s manual error

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A potential error in the digital owner’s manual of the 2024-2025 Ford Transit Custom has been found, but the fix is easy. Ford Australia has recalled 2246 examples of its 2024-2025 Ford Transit Custom van, citing a potential fault with the digital owner’s manual. The recall notice , lodged with the Department of Infrastructure, says: “The vehicle’s digital owner’s manual may contain incorrect information regarding the location of the child seat anchor point, airbags, seatbelts, and emergency assistance information. “As a result, the user may not be able to locate the appropriate anchor point for attaching the child seat, seatbelts, and other information.” Ford says: “There is no safety hazard, and the defect will not affect the performance of the vehicle. “The affected vehicles do not comply with Australian Design Rule (ADR) 34/02 – Child Restraint Anchorages and Child Restraint ...
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2026 Mercedes-AMG C43 Edition R+ brings down sports sedan point of entry

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Slightly revised styling, but more affordable price tag, for new Mercedes-AMG C43 Edition R+ that is now available for $121,000 BOCs. Mercedes-Benz Australia has launched a more affordable version of the AMG C43 with the Edition R+ hitting showrooms next month priced at $121,200 before on-road costs. This puts it $2600 downstream of the standard Mercedes-AMG C43 , despite adding small cosmetic changes. To differentiate itself, the Mercedes -AMG C43 Edition R+ adds the AMG Styling Package that features a gloss-black finish on the front splitter, lower intake surrounds, rear spoiler, and diffuser. MORE: Mercedes-AMG C-Class six-cylinder confirmed to replace C63 hybrid four-cylinder This, combined with the already standard Night Package that already replaces the C-Class’ chrome exterior touches with gloss black, “delivers a cohesive and purposeful design”, according to Mercedes-Benz. Also standard on the C43 is the AMG Dynamic Plus, bun...
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Volkswagen confirms Golf and T-Roc Hybrids, but key details still unknown

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The fight could be brought to Toyota as Volkswagen prepares to launch plug-less hybrid versions of its popular hatchback and small SUVs. Volkswagen has confirmed it will offer regular hybrid version of both the Golf hatchback and T-Roc small SUV, but it remains unclear if these Toyota-fighting models will make it to Australia. The upcoming models will be closed-loop ‘plug-less’ hybrids with two electric motors mounted on the front axle, one as the drive motor and one as the generator. For Europe, the models are positioned between the mild-hybrid eTSI already offered in some markets, and the plug-in hybrid models sold in Europe as the ‘eHybrid’ or sportier ‘GTE’. MORE: 2026 Volkswagen ID.3 Neo showcases the brand’s future interiors Power will be fed back into the 1.6kWh nickel-manganese cobalt (NMC) battery through regenerative braking, and assisted by the 1.5-litre four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine. At low speeds, the h...
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2027 GWM Haval H6 and H7 SUVs set for overhauls in Australia

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The Haval H6 will be replaced by a larger, newer SUV, while a new-generation H7 could become GWM’s next seven-seater in Australia. GWM’s family SUV range is set for a major shake-up in the next 12 to 18 months, with the current H6 and H7 both expected to be replaced by new-generation models in Australia, plus the addition of the value-focused Jolion Max. The fourth-generation 2027 GWM Haval H6 has been confirmed as the global-market version of the Haval Xiaolong Max, which went on sale in China in 2023 but received a comprehensive update last year. Australian showroom arrivals for the 2027 Haval H6 are due early next year, according to GWM Australia . Meanwhile, the current GWM Haval H7 hybrid – launched in Australia less than 12 months ago – is likely to have a short life in Australia, as a new-generation model with seven seats and plug-in hybrid power is already under consideration. MORE: GWM confirms new-model blitz for Australia, led by hybrid and electric cars ...
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Ferrari Luce EV likely to be more expensive than expected – report

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The first EV from Ferrari will reportedly be one of its most expensive models to buy, but pricing will not be official until next month. Ferrari has set a preliminary price for the Luce electric vehicle (EV) of approximately €550,000 ($AUD900,000), making it potentially more expensive than exotic supercars like the SF90 Stradale. This is according to a Bloomberg story, which reports a €50,000 ($AUD81,000) increase over the price reported by Reuters in June of 2024. When the car premieres on 25 May, the final sticker price for Ferrari’s first electric model could deviate by up to 10 per cent on either side, but it seems poised to be positioned even higher than the V12-powered Purosangue SUV that is available for $728,000 before on-road costs in Australia. The all-electric Ferrari Luce won’t be an SUV but is likely to be a grand touring wagon with rear doors, back seats, and a tailgate. Its interior, which has developed a love-hate relationship with fans since it was prev...
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