Articles by Tom White

Tom White

Senior Journalist

Despite studying ancient history and law at university, it makes sense Tom ended up writing about cars, as he spent the majority of his waking hours finding ways to drive as many as possible. His fascination with automobiles was also accompanied by an affinity for technology growing up, and he is just as comfortable tinkering with gadgets as he is behind the wheel. His time at CarsGuide has given him a nose for industry news and developments at the forefront of car technology.

The 2025 Tesla Cybertruck but not as we know it? Elon says an alternate version of the controversial ute to be developed for overseas markets like Europe, China, and Australia but it may take some time

8 hours by Tom White

Three more Tesla products on the way as Elon Musk says Tesla demand is only limited by the up-front cost of the vehicle

19 hours by Tom White

At a Tesla investor briefing Elon Musk teased three new vehicles,...Read more

Forget everything you knew about Smart: 2025 Smart #5 is a performance SUV rival to the likes of the Tesla Model Y, Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Kia EV6 GT

14 June 2024 by Tom White

The Smart #5 has been detailed in documents issued from the Chinese...Read more

Fiat 500e 2024 review: long-term | Part 2

13 June 2024 by Tom White

As the Fiat 500e falls into our daily routine, some pros and cons have made themselves apparent. I’d love to tell you that a tiny electric car like this is all you really need in life. Our roads, lungs, and the planet would be much better off if we all drove smaller and more efficient vehicles, but...Read more

2025 Isuzu MU-X revealed: Major upgrades on the way for the best-selling Ford Everest and Toyota Prado rivalling off-road SUV

13 June 2024 by Tom White

Isuzu has thrown the covers off its much-anticipated MU-X facelift in...Read more

The Ford Mondeo like you've never seen it before: China's Ford Mondeo Sport looks to save the nameplate by transforming it into a Mustang Mach-E styled hybrid crossover. But would it work in Australia?

12 June 2024 by Tom White

Ford’s Chinese joint-venture with Chang-an has revealed a new version...Read more

2025 Mini Cooper: Five-door Mercedes-Benz A-Class, Audi A1, and Peugeot 208 rival returns before the end of the year but only as a combustion hatch

12 June 2024 by Tom White

Mini has confirmed the five-door version of its iconic Cooper hatchback...Read more

Would you buy a car without a price-tag? MG is taking orders for its $100,000-plus Porsche Boxster-challenging 2025 MG Cyberster electric car ahead of official pricing being released later this year

11 June 2024 by Tom White

MG has confirmed the grade of its upcoming Cyberster convertible...Read more

Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy 2024 review: snapshot

11 June 2024 by Tom White

The Calligraphy is the new top-spec grade in the Hyundai Santa Fe line-up...Read more

Hyundai Santa Fe Elite 2024 review: snapshot

9 June 2024 by Tom White

The Elite is the mid-grade version of Hyundai's new Santa Fe range. At...Read more

2025 Hyundai Nexo: Australia will 'definitely' see Hyundai's next-gen hydrogen technology as the Korean brand eyes ACT as an ideal test-case for hydrogen-based 'community'

7 June 2024 by Tom White

Hyundai Australia has confirmed that we’ll be seeing its next-...Read more

Hyundai Santa Fe 2024 review

7 June 2024 by Tom White

You’d be forgiven for mistaking Hyundai’s new generation Santa Fe for some sort of new Land Rover product if it simply drove past you on the road. It’s instantly eye-catching with its new, much larger, much boxier and off-road suggestive silhouette. It’s also a massive and seemingly unnecessary...Read more

'Everyone is worried about it': Hyundai won't battle Chinese brands on price but concedes Chinese Chery, MG and GWM are looking to replicate Korean brand's success strategy in Australia

5 June 2024 by Tom White

Speaking to media at the launch of the new-generation Santa Fe large...Read more

"We know we're getting one, it's just a matter of time": Hyundai Australia confirms a ute is coming but will it be a small hybrid Santa Cruz or an electric dual-cab to trump the Ford Ranger, Toyota HiLux and Isuzu D-Max

4 June 2024 by Tom White

Hyundai Australia confirms a ute is coming, but what it will be is...Read more

'We see ourselves as a top three player': Hyundai banks on affordable hybrid models and additional EVs as part of its strategy to solidify its top-10 position

3 June 2024 by Tom White

Speaking to media at the launch of the new-generation Santa Fe, Hyundai...Read more

Chery says it's here for the long haul in Australia - but when will it crack the top 10 to challenge MG, Hyundai and Kia?

3 June 2024 by Tom White

Chery is no doubt envious of MG’s top-10 automaker position in...Read more

Tesla Model 3 2024 review: Performance - EV test

30 May 2024 by Tom White

The Model 3 Performance is a car which presents you with one simple question. What are you willing to sacrifice to acquire the fastest car on the road? Maybe it’s a few thousand dollars? Maybe it’s driving around in a symbol of Elon Musk? Maybe it’s something else you don’t expect? Read more about...Read more