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Mazda has returned to Australia’s electric-car market with something considerably more ambitious than its previous attempt. The Mazda 6e is a five-door electric liftback offering rear-wheel drive, a 78kWh lithium iron phosphate battery and up to 560km of claimed WLTP range. It also starts from $49,990 before on-road costs for the GT, placing it directly … Continued

Australia’s affordable EV market is getting crowded quickly. New electric SUVs from Chinese and established brands are giving buyers more choice, better equipment and increasingly competitive pricing. The BYD Atto 2 sits right in the middle of that shift. Starting from $31,990 before on-road costs, the Atto 2 Dynamic offers a 130kW electric motor, front-wheel … Continued

Choosing between a 3-year and 5-year novated lease can make a noticeable difference to your regular repayments, residual value and overall vehicle costs. A 5-year lease generally offers lower finance repayments because the cost is spread over a longer period. A 3-year lease usually involves higher repayments but gives you an earlier opportunity to review … Continued

If you only drive a few thousand kilometres each year, a novated lease can still be an option. But the calculation may look quite different from someone travelling 20,000 or 30,000 kilometres annually. Low-kilometre drivers naturally spend less on fuel or charging, tyres and some maintenance. That means there may be fewer running expenses to … Continued

Two people can choose the same car through a novated lease and end up with very different estimated costs. That's because a novated lease calculation involves more than the vehicle's purchase price and the interest rate. Your salary, lease duration, annual kilometres, budgeted running costs and residual value can all influence the result. Understanding these … Continued

A novated lease might be set up for several years, but life does not always follow the same timeline. You might want to sell your car, switch vehicles, change jobs or simply clear the financial commitment earlier than planned. That naturally raises the question: can you pay off a novated lease early? In many cases, … Continued

The Mitsubishi Pajero is officially returning to Australia, and this time we are no longer working with rumours or early previews. Mitsubishi has revealed its new-generation flagship SUV and Australian pricing has been confirmed ahead of first customer deliveries expected in December 2026. The new Pajero starts from $68,490 before on-road costs and will be … Continued

The Leapmotor B05 has officially arrived in Australia, bringing two rear-wheel-drive electric hatchbacks priced below $40,000 drive-away under the brand’s current launch offer. The entry-level B05 Style starts from $35,990 drive-away, while the longer-range Design LR is priced from $39,990 drive-away. For buyers who have been waiting for EV prices to move closer to mainstream … Continued

EOFY is one of the busiest periods in the Australian car market. Dealers often promote discounts, clearance offers and finance campaigns before 30 June, which can make EOFY feel like the obvious time to buy. But the weeks and months after EOFY can also create opportunities. Dealers may still have older stock to clear, new … Continued

SUVs continue to play a major role in the Australian new-car market, but the vehicles buyers are choosing are becoming much more diverse. Traditional family SUVs now compete directly with hybrid and electric models, while brands such as BYD and Tesla have put even more pressure on established manufacturers. For buyers, that means the decision … Continued

Australia's new car market is constantly shifting. SUVs continue to dominate shopping lists, electric and hybrid vehicles are giving buyers more choice, newer brands are challenging established manufacturers, and competition across popular vehicle segments is changing what Australians can get for their money. For someone planning to buy a car in 2026, those changes matter. … Continued

Choosing a vehicle is only one part of the decision for an Australian business. You also need to decide how the vehicle will be funded. An operating lease, chattel mortgage and finance lease can all help a business access a vehicle without paying the entire purchase price upfront. However, they work differently when it comes … Continued