EV Reviews

One of America's top-selling EVs struggles in Australia, but the 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E facelift ushers in welcome changes, including improved suspension, more range and better value. Plus, as the badge so controversially suggests, the Mustang connection also means greater driving enjoyment, something that many electric SUVs fail to deliver. If that's your focus, it offers more than expected.

The starting point in the electrified Ford Transit Custom range, the Trend PHEV (plug-in hybrid) costs $67,590 and is available only in long-wheelbase form with a three-seater layout. Standard on the Trend is full wireless connectivity including Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, embedded sat-nav, twin info screens and wireless phone charging. Steel 16-inch wheels are fitted.The PHEV driveline consists of a 2.5-litre petrol engine teamed with an electric motor and an 11.8kW battery that gives up to 54km of EV-only running. Selectable modes allow the driver to generate or save battery power, but the EV range is poor compared with the competition. Power is 171kW and torque is 400Nm, but the PHEV Transit can’t use commercial fast-chargers. The PHEV Transit Custom is front-wheel-drive.The pure EV version of the Trend costs $77,590 and includes the same equipment and dimensions, and uses a rear-drive layout with a single electric motor and a 64kW battery pack under the floor. Power is 160kW and torque is 415Nm and Ford claims a range of 301km. Charging should take the vehicle from 15 per cent to 80 per cent charged on a DC fast-charger at 125kW in 32 minutes, but the vehicle can also be charged at home from fully discharged to fully charged in 10.1 hours on a household socket.The cabin of the electrified Transit Custom is well thought out and designed as a workspace as well as a cockpit. It features five USB-C charge ports, plenty of bottle and phone cubbies and even space under the passengers seat for bulky items.The cargo area in both PHEV and EV forms is accessed by a single sliding door (with the option of double doors) and barn doors at the rear which open wide enough for fork-lift loading. The cargo bay walls are lined and a tough plastic mat covers the floor. There are tie-down points, LED lighting and an illuminated step and there’s also a space-save spare tyre.Six airbags including front, side and side curtain are standard and the Transit Custom PHEV also boasts the latest driver aids including auto emergency braking (AEB), lane-keeping assistance, rear cross-traffic alert, a 180-degree rear camera system and on-board tyre pressure monitoring.Servicing is every 12 months or 30,000km and the Transit Custom is covered by Ford’s five-year/unlimited kilometre warranty as well as eight years/150,000 on the PHEV battery. Capped-price servicing is also offered.

Chinese cars have started to turn a corner, thanks to GWM's efforts in incorporating suspension and steering retuning suitable for Australian roads. The Haval H6 PHEV AWD is the first example, with calibration and components changes delivering a more comfortable and confident driving experience. The result is very promising and welcome, though some work still needs to be done.

The Ford Transit Custom Sport variants include both plug-in hybrid and full electric drivelines. Compared with the lower-spec Trend specification of the same vehicle, the Sports adds 17-inch alloy wheels, a body kit including a rear spoiler, external stripes, a 10-way powered driver’s seat and dual-zone climate control. The Sport PHEV costs $69,990 and the EV variant costs $79,990.Mechanically, the Sport is identical to the Trend versions, apart from a shorter wheelbase for a 400mm shorter overall length.The PHEV variant of the electrified Transit Custom comes with a 2.5-litre petrol engine teamed with an electric motor and an 11.8kW battery that gives up to 54km of EV-only running. Selectable modes allow the driver to generate or save battery power, but the EV range is poor compared with the competition. Power is 171kW and torque is 400Nm, but the PHEV Transit can’t use commercial fast-chargers. The PHEV Transit Custom is front-wheel-drive.The EV version, meanwhile, switches to rear-wheel drive with a single electric motor between the rear wheels and a 64kW battery under the floor.The cargo area is accessed by a single sliding door (with the option of double doors) and barn doors at the rear which open wide enough for fork-lift loading. The cargo bay walls are lined and a tough plastic mat covers the floor. There are tie-down points, LED lighting and an illuminated step and there’s also a space-save spare tyre.Six airbags including front, side and side curtain are standard and the Transit Custom PHEV also boasts the latest driver aids including auto emergency braking (AEB), lane-keeping assistance, rear cross-traffic alert, a 180-degree rear camera system and onboard tyre pressure monitoring.Servicing is every 12 months or 30,000km and the Transit is covered by Ford’s five-year/unlimited kilometre warranty as well as eight years/150,000 on the PHEV battery. Capped-price servicing is also offered.

It was a matter of time, but Ford has now extended electrification to its popular Transit Custom range. But instead of a single model, there are two distinct drivelines; a pure EV and a plug-in hybrid. There's also a choice in specification and even wheelbase, and we reckon there are more variants to come. But for now, which of the sparked-up Transit Customs does the best job?

The new generation Hyundai Palisade has arrived and its a major change from the old model. This new-for-2026 SUV is more luxurious and refined, and comes loaded with equipment and a new hybrid powertrain. We discover whether it's a new plush family SUV with a bigger price or genuine alternative to the luxury SUV offerings.

BYD is one of the fastest growing brands in Australia and its product line-up is about to get even bigger. The BYD Sealion 8 is its first seven-seat family SUV and it is coming to Australia soon!

A Chinese EV that doesn't drive like one? That's the promise of the Leapmotor B10, which the brand says takes a Chinese approach to value and a European approach to driving dynamics. But does it live up to that promise?

Tesla's FSD (Supervised) is rolling out to Australian customers. We find out whether it has been worth the wait and most notably if it can do a hook turn!

Mercedes-Benz has dipped its toe in the plug-in hybrid space before, but now there are a more models on offer that suggest the brand is all-in. The newest to arrive is the C350e, a PHEV version of its most recognisable model, the C-Class. We hit up the Australian launch to test it out.