Electric Vehicles

GM’s AI Engine Tracking Targets V8 Quality Ahead of 2027 Trucks GM is linking factory data and component records to spot production issues in its next V8s. Long term reliability still depends on... Electric Vehicles Sep 18, 2026

2027 Smart #5 Prices, Range and Specs: Australian Deliveries Start in November Priced from $58,900, the Smart #5 pairs up to 590km of claimed range with an 800V system and a 475kW Brabus option. Electric Vehicles Sep 18, 2026

2027 Silverado and Sierra Engines: V8 Power, Towing and New Oil Checks GM’s new 5.7- and 6.6-liter V8s add power while retaining cylinder deactivation. Towing figures, oil checks and diesel range round... Electric Vehicles Sep 17, 2026

Oklahoma Storage Fee Cap Draws Farm Bureau Support as Repair Shops Challenge It The Farm Bureau backs Oklahoma’s storage fee limits, while repair shops warn the caps could leave damaged vehicles and costs stuck... Electric Vehicles Sep 17, 2026

2027 BMW X5 Prices, Specs and Australian Arrival Details The new X5 starts at $143,900 in Australia, with petrol and diesel six-cylinder options arriving in late 2026 and electric and plu... Electric Vehicles Sep 16, 2026

IAA Transportation 2026: Electric Trucks, Tesla Semi and New Electric Vans Hannover’s IAA show puts electric tractors, vans and the Tesla Semi in focus, with range, charging and payload shaping the buyer s... Electric Vehicles Sep 14, 2026

VW ID. Cross for the US? Its Range and Drive Layout Raise Questions The compact ID. Cross is headed for Europe in late 2026, while Mitsubishi’s new Pajero pairs Triton underpinnings with serious off... Electric Vehicles Sep 13, 2026

Tesla Model Y Leads California Sales as EVs Hold Seven Category Top-Five Spots California EV sales have cooled, but Tesla models still dominate several segments, with the Model Y leading the state’s overall ma... Electric Vehicles Sep 12, 2026

BYD Sets August Overseas Sales Record as 2027 Goal Reaches 2.5 Million BYD sold 189,466 vehicles outside China in August, up 134.5% year over year. Its 2027 goal will require a sharp increase in overse... Electric Vehicles Sep 09, 2026

Fiat, Cadillac and BMW Group Lead US EV Sales Shares in Q2 2026 Fiat’s Q2 share reached 98.8% on just 82 sales, while Cadillac rose to 35.4% and BMW Group held the top spot among auto groups. Electric Vehicles Sep 07, 2026

2027 Nissan Qashqai: Australian prices, e-Power specs and equipment changes The MY26.5 Qashqai range starts at $45,850, with small price rises, revised equipment and claimed fuel use of 4.1L/100km. Electric Vehicles Sep 05, 2026

2027 Cadillac Lyriq: Price, Range, Charging and What’s Changed The Lyriq keeps its $90,000 price but trades range and charging speed for quicker acceleration, lower energy use and upgraded cabi... Electric Vehicles Sep 04, 2026

2027 Mercedes-Benz GLB Prices, Range and Specs: Electric Models Replace EQB The new GLB starts at $65,400, with two electric versions offering up to 570km of WLTP range and an 85kWh battery. Electric Vehicles Sep 03, 2026

2027 Mitsubishi Pajero: Australian Prices, Specs, Towing and Equipment The 2027 Pajero starts at $68,490, with a 150kW diesel, 3,500kg towing capacity and three trims. Fuel use and service prices are s... Electric Vehicles Sep 03, 2026

KPA Adds VOC Air Monitoring and Waste Analysis for Automotive Businesses KPA’s new program combines air sampling, lab analysis and waste documentation as collision repairers face questions about exposure... Electric Vehicles Aug 31, 2026

2027 Volkswagen Amarok Prices, Specs and W600 Details The reshaped Amarok range starts at $73,740, with a new Walkinshaw W600 topping the lineup at $91,990. Electric Vehicles Aug 31, 2026

2027 Hyundai Palisade XRT Pro: Price, Specs, Range and Equipment The $79,900 XRT Pro adds petrol power, all-terrain tyres and extra ground clearance to the Palisade, with higher fuel use than the... Electric Vehicles Aug 31, 2026

2026 GWM Tank 500 Diesel: Australian Prices, Specs and Features The Tank 500 diesel starts at $65,990, adds a third row and 3,500kg towing capacity, and uses less claimed fuel than the PHEV. Electric Vehicles Aug 28, 2026

Simpson Design Turns Mazda Miatas Into Italian-Inspired Coachbuilt Cars Jim Simpson pairs Miata mechanicals with hand-shaped, European-inspired bodies, creating distinctive cars built for everyday drivi... Electric Vehicles Aug 28, 2026

California’s Indoor Heat Rules Put Collision Repair Shops on Alert During Heat Wave The Southern California heat wave highlights California’s indoor heat rules, including temperature thresholds, water access and co... Electric Vehicles Aug 27, 2026