EV Reviews
Ford Ranger 2025 review: PHEV - Australian first drive
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By Chris Thompson · 12 Jun 2025
The long-awaited electrified Ford Ranger has arrived. The Blue Oval's plug-in joins a very short list of partly battery-powered rival utes, but Ford Australia says the Ranger hasn't been compromised for the sake of its new EV ability. We're here to find out if that's true.
BYD Atto 2 2026 review: International first drive
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By Tim Nicholson · 11 Jun 2025
The small electric SUV segment is ramping up. The Kia EV3 is making waves and so is the freshly launched MG S5 EV. But could this perky BYD Atto 2 be their biggest rival yet?
BYD Sealion 7 Premium vs XPeng G6 Standard Range 2025 comparison review
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By Chris Thompson · 08 Jun 2025
The BYD Sealion 7 and the Xpeng G6 are both alternatives to the Tesla Model Y with comparable specs but a slightly lower price.If you're a bit apprehensive about that particular brand, these two could end up on your shopping list so we're finding out if one, both, or neither are up to the task.
Kia EV5 2025 review: GT-Line long-term | Part 3
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By Justin Hilliard · 07 Jun 2025
The 2025 Kia EV5 GT-Line has a lot going for it in the fully electric mid-size SUV segment, but it has one key flaw that some buyers might not be able to see past.
Zeekr 009 2025 review: 7-Seat
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By Laura Berry · 06 Jun 2025
Think the Kia Carnival is the king of people movers? Well meet the fully electric Zeekr 009, because this is truly the Rolls-Royce of luxury vans but without the price tag.
MGS5 EV 2025 review
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By Laura Berry · 03 Jun 2025
The small electric SUV segment is growing fast in Australia, and MG has just launched a model that could not only undercut more established rivals, but even beat them on the road.
Peugeot 3008 2025 review: GT Premium Hybrid
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By Emily Agar · 01 Jun 2025
With a slick, new (mild) hybrid powertrain and a seriously premium cabin, the Peugeot 3008 GT Premium Hybrid looks the part, but how well does it drive, and is it worth the price?
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Rivian R1S 2025 review: International first drive
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By Stephen Ottley · 31 May 2025
Tesla may grab lots of headlines - for better or worse - but there is another electric car company on the rise. We headed to Los Angeles to drive the Rivian R1S, an all-electric premium SUV designed to take on the best from Audi, BMW and more.Is it the next big thing in electric vehicles? And would it suit Australia? We have the answers...
Hyundai Inster 2025 review: Australian first drive
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By Andrew Chesterton · 30 May 2025
The Inster is a bold new play for Hyundai - an all-electric micro SUV that packs plenty of practicality into its bite-sized dimensions. And with it, the Korean brand wades into waters currently patrolled by plenty of cheap Chinese rivals. So, does the Inster have what it takes?
GWM Cannon Alpha 2025 review: Ultra PHEV
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By Chris Thompson · 29 May 2025
GWM's made some big claims about the Cannon Alpha PHEV. It's able to tow 3.5 tonnes, it's got a range of more than 1000km, and it can actually tackle proper off-roading.But is it really going to be the best plug-in ute in Australia? And why is there a spare wheel in the back? We went on a road trip in one to find out.