These safety systems are making your car less safe! Or are they? | Opinion

These safety systems are making your car less safe! Or are they? | Opinion

23 Apr 2023 by Tom White

These safety systems are annoying and potentially dangerous. So why does the data say that they work? Read more
2023 GWM Cannon revealed with a fresh face: Are these updates what the ute needs to compete better with the Ford Ranger, Toyota HiLux and Isuzu D-Max?

2023 GWM Cannon revealed with a fresh face: Are these updates what the ute needs to compete better with the Ford Ranger, Toyota HiLux and Isuzu D-Max?

19 Apr 2023 by Tom White

GWM Cannon gets a refresh, with the biggest changes on the inside. Read more
Is this GWM's Haval H6 replacement? New B07 EV+ AWD plug-in hybrid SUV revealed with long driving range and huge power to put MG HS PHEV on notice

Is this GWM's Haval H6 replacement? New B07 EV+ AWD plug-in hybrid SUV revealed with long driving range and huge power to put MG HS PHEV on notice

18 Apr 2023 by James Cleary

Codenamed B07, and likely to be called Haval Dragon MAX in China, GWM’s new-generation medium SUV has made its global debut at this year’s Auto Shanghai motor show (April 18–27). ...Read more
China's Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series rival is set to launch! 2024 GWM Tank 500 detailed with powerful V6 turbo-petrol engine

China's Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series rival is set to launch! 2024 GWM Tank 500 detailed with powerful V6 turbo-petrol engine

18 Apr 2023 by Tom White

GWM's Tank 500 looks to be China's answer to the LandCruiser 300 Series, although it has just one petrol V6 drivetrain for now. Read more
Australia's cheapest hybrid mid-size SUV? 2023 GWM Haval H6 gains new hybrid grade as it takes a bite out of Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Forester

Australia's cheapest hybrid mid-size SUV? 2023 GWM Haval H6 gains new hybrid grade as it takes a bite out of Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Forester

18 Apr 2023 by Tim Nicholson

Another affordable hybrid family SUV has hit the market, with GWM adding an entry-level petrol-electric offering to its Haval H6 range. Read more
Off-roading in a hybrid? GWM thinks its new plug-in hybrid 4WD tech can do it with monster driving range and beefy power

Off-roading in a hybrid? GWM thinks its new plug-in hybrid 4WD tech can do it with monster driving range and beefy power

12 Apr 2023 by Tung Nguyen

Toyota may be the reigning hybrid champion, but GWM is keen to challenge the Japanese brand with its new-generation of plug-in technology that is says is suitable for “off-road driving” ...Read more
The truth about Chinese cars: Why MG, BYD, Great Wall Motors and more could soon dominate the Australian sales charts | Opinion

The truth about Chinese cars: Why MG, BYD, Great Wall Motors and more could soon dominate the Australian sales charts | Opinion

10 Apr 2023 by Stephen Ottley

To say Australians have embraced Chinese cars is an understatement. In recent years we have bought cars from China in increasingly huge numbers. In 2022 China was the fourth-largest source of cars ...Read more
More Cannons! 2023 GWM Ute Cannon cab-chassis variants added to range as more options for rival to Toyota HiLux and Ford Ranger dual-cabs

More Cannons! 2023 GWM Ute Cannon cab-chassis variants added to range as more options for rival to Toyota HiLux and Ford Ranger dual-cabs

4 Apr 2023 by Chris Thompson

Tradies who favour trays have a new option in the dual-cab ute market as GWM has added three new cab-chassis variants of its Ute Cannon to its line-up. Read more
Small but safe: 2023 Cupra Born electric car joins GWM Ora in its segment with 'solid scores' by ANCAP

Small but safe: 2023 Cupra Born electric car joins GWM Ora in its segment with 'solid scores' by ANCAP

27 Mar 2023 by Chris Thompson

The Cupra Born hatchback is now one of two in its segment to have been awarded five stars by ANCAP against the 2020-2022 rating criteria. Read more
What are the most popular electric and hybrid cars and brands? Industry report reveals top sellers for 2022, including Tesla Model 3 and Toyota RAV4 Hybrid

What are the most popular electric and hybrid cars and brands? Industry report reveals top sellers for 2022, including Tesla Model 3 and Toyota RAV4 Hybrid

17 Mar 2023 by Chris Thompson

Australians bought 1,081,429 new cars and vehicles in 2022, but until now it's been slightly tricky to determine exactly how many of those are hybrid, electric, or even plug-in hybrids. Read more
Is China coming for the Toyota LandCruiser? GWM Haval reveals P04 large SUV based on Great Wall Cannon Ute

Is China coming for the Toyota LandCruiser? GWM Haval reveals P04 large SUV based on Great Wall Cannon Ute

8 Mar 2023 by Chris Thompson

If you didn't know any better, you'd think China's roads were clogged with unreleased and camouflaged SUV prototypes, and this large SUV from GWM Haval is just the latest of many. Read more
A Ford Ranger Raptor rival from China? 2023 GWM Ute Cannon Firebomb Edition is a rugged off-roader that might make you reconsider Chinese dual-cabs

A Ford Ranger Raptor rival from China? 2023 GWM Ute Cannon Firebomb Edition is a rugged off-roader that might make you reconsider Chinese dual-cabs

7 Mar 2023 by Chris Thompson

The GWM Ute Cannon has gotten significantly hotter thanks to a tough off-road version developed by 4x4 modification company Topfire. Read more
Another one! A new GWM Haval plug-in hybrid SUV is coming, but will it reach Australia as a Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV rival?

Another one! A new GWM Haval plug-in hybrid SUV is coming, but will it reach Australia as a Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV rival?

7 Mar 2023 by Chris Thompson

Chinese government documentation has revealed details of another new SUV coming from GWM sub-brand Haval, this time a larger SUV than the H6 currently on sale in Australia, and one focused on plug-in ...Read more
Got a $30,000 limit? Don't want an MG3? Revealing and rating every affordable new car, SUV and ute for canny buyers on a budget from Suzuki Swift to Mazda CX-3 and Toyota Yaris Cross

Got a $30,000 limit? Don't want an MG3? Revealing and rating every affordable new car, SUV and ute for canny buyers on a budget from Suzuki Swift to Mazda CX-3 and Toyota Yaris Cross

24 Feb 2023 by Byron Mathioudakis

Congratulations. You’ve secured $30,000 and need a new car. ...Read more
Toyota LandCruiser on a budget? GWM Haval P04 large SUV spied testing, but will it be sold in Australia?

Toyota LandCruiser on a budget? GWM Haval P04 large SUV spied testing, but will it be sold in Australia?

23 Feb 2023 by Chris Thompson

Is China’s GWM gearing up to take on the Toyota LandCruiser? It certainly seems that way if spy pictures of a large SUV in camouflage, seemingly based on a large GWM ute, are anything to go by. ...Read more
Hybrid goes Lux: 2023 GWM Haval Jolion Lux Hybrid added to range as rival to Toyota Corolla Cross and Nissan Qashqai hybrids

Hybrid goes Lux: 2023 GWM Haval Jolion Lux Hybrid added to range as rival to Toyota Corolla Cross and Nissan Qashqai hybrids

21 Feb 2023 by Chris Thompson

Toyota's Corolla Cross isn't the cheapest hybrid small SUV on the market anymore, as GWM is bringing a new entry-level Lux variant to its Haval Jolion Hybrid.Starting at $36,990 drive-away, the ...Read more
Sights steady on the Toyota RAV4 and Mazda CX-5? 2024 GWM Haval H6 information revealed through Chinese government department

Sights steady on the Toyota RAV4 and Mazda CX-5? 2024 GWM Haval H6 information revealed through Chinese government department

16 Feb 2023 by Chris Thompson

GWM Haval’s rival to the likes of the Toyota RAV4 and Mazda CX-5 is set for a big redesign in its next iteration. ...Read more
Is 2023 the year GWM brings the Ora Sport to Australia? MG4, Tesla Model 3 electric car rival is ready to pounce

Is 2023 the year GWM brings the Ora Sport to Australia? MG4, Tesla Model 3 electric car rival is ready to pounce

12 Feb 2023 by David Morley

Having taken the decision to launch the Ora small EV to Australia, GWM is now looking to further develop that market space with the more powerful, bigger and sportier model known as the Lightning Cat ...Read more
Germany falls behind China and Italy in latest ANCAP safety ratings: Five stars for GWM Ora, but just four for BMW's i4?

Germany falls behind China and Italy in latest ANCAP safety ratings: Five stars for GWM Ora, but just four for BMW's i4?

10 Feb 2023 by Tom White

ANCAP's latest round of safety ratings awards five-stars to GWM's Ora hatch, but only four stars for BMW's i4. Read more
Cut-price Prado? The 2023 GWM Tank 500 4x4 SUV could make it to Australia, but is the lux Isuzu MU-X and Ford Everest fighter locked in?

Cut-price Prado? The 2023 GWM Tank 500 4x4 SUV could make it to Australia, but is the lux Isuzu MU-X and Ford Everest fighter locked in?

10 Feb 2023 by David Morley

GWM Australia has strongly hinted that the Tank 300 Hybrid four-wheel-drive in showrooms now, could soon be joined by an even bigger, tougher, more luxurious off-roader. Read more
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