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Subaru Solterra AWD Touring driven for 2026

The 2026 Subaru Solterra AWD Touring. Can a practical family EV still feel a bit special? Turns out, yes. This is the sleeker, more city-minded side of Subaru’s electric future. No grille up front, a new [...]

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Audi A5 e-hybrid Sedan quattro driven for 2026

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28/07/2026 0

The 2026 Audi A5 e-hybrid Sedan quattro. I don’t usually fall for a plug-in hybrid. This one got me. In dark grey, it means business: that wide Singleframe grille, 20-inch Audi Sport wheels, red brake [...]

GWM Tank 300 PHEV – 4WD Plug-in Hybrid driven.

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27/07/2026 0

Tank 300 PHEV – The GWM Tank 300 Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) combines rugged off-road capability with modern electrified performance, wrapped in a distinctive retro-inspired design. Its boxy body, upright stance, round LED headlights and pronounced [...]

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LeapMotor C10 BEV as a family car – does it work.

24/07/2026 0

LeapMotor C10 – Could an EV actually work for a family? – I’ve been spending some time with the Leapmotor C10 and, honestly, it’s more practical than I expected. There’s plenty of room in the back [...]

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The 2026 Kia EV5 GT-Line. The EV5 at its most comfortable.

23/07/2026 0

Kia EV5 GT-Line – From the outside, the honest truth is you’d barely pick it from a cheaper EV5. Twenty-inch alloys, gloss-black trim, and a panoramic roof. Subtle, tasteful, easy to miss. But step inside, [...]

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Mazda CX-80 AZAMI SP AWD Baby duties week 3

22/07/2026 0

Mazda CX-80 Azami SP – We are in week three with the Mazda CX-80 In our search for the best new mum car. Let’s chat about what models are available. Mazda CX-80 comes in a [...]

GWM Haval H7. Big, boxy, and completely unbothered by what the neighbours think.

21/07/2026 0

Haval H7 – This is the mid-size family SUV that finally has a bit of personality. Boxy, upright styling, a blacked-out grille, and 19-inch black alloys — you will not lose this one in a […]

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We drive the Toyota RAV4 Cruiser AWD SUV for 2026

20/07/2026 0

The 2026 Toyota RAV4 Cruiser AWD Hybrid is the premium model in Toyota’s popular medium SUV range, combining impressive fuel efficiency with a high level of comfort, technology and everyday practicality. Power comes from Toyota’s […]

Car sales results YTD June 2026

17/07/2026 0

New Car Sales – June has proved to be a record month for new car sales. The total number of recorded sales topped 140,000. There are a couple of unusual factors for the month. Its was […]

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Toyota Kluger Hybrid Grande takes on baby duties for the week.

16/07/2026 0

The Toyota Kluger Hybrid is an excellent family SUV that combines practicality, comfort, and efficiency, making it particularly appealing for households with young children. One of its biggest strengths is interior space. The Kluger offers […]

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The 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 GTX. GTI genes. Electric muscle.

15/07/2026 0

VW ID.4 GTX – This is the flagship of Volkswagen’s electric SUV range, and it wears it subtly. Clean, sporty lines, a black contrast roof, twenty-inch alloys, full-width light bars. Best seen from the rear […]

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Mazda CX-80 G40E AZAMI SP AWD Baby duties week 2

14/07/2026 0

Its week two with the Mazda CX-80 in my search for the best new-mum car — and this week, lets chat about something that is on every parents mind- safety. Being the Azami model with […]

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Toyota HiLux Rogue 4WD Dual Cab Ute driven for 2026

13/07/2026 0

The 2026 Toyota HiLux Rogue with 48-volt mild hybrid introduces improved efficiency, smoother performance and enhanced drivability to Australia’s favourite Ute. Unlike a conventional hybrid, the 48-volt system cannot drive the vehicle on electric power […]

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Nissan X-Trail ST-L 2.5L AWD SUV driven for 2026.

10/07/2026 0

The Nissan X-Trail ST-L is a well-rounded midsize SUV that combines comfort, practicality, and modern technology, making it a popular choice for families and everyday drivers. On the road, the X-Trail ST-L delivers a smooth […]

Toyota Prado GX on baby duties for a Trip to Byron Bay

09/07/2026 0

Prado GX – The real test of a family SUV? Packing for a holiday with a baby. And the vehicle chosen was the Toyota Prado GX For our first family getaway, we loaded the Toyota […]

Subaru Solterra AWD Touring driven for 2026

Foton Tunland Dual Cab Ute details Long term test 2026

Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4WD driven for 2026.

Genesis Electrified G80 Signature driven for 2026.

Peugeot 5008 GT Hybrid is it good for mum and bub.

Audi A5 e-hybrid Sedan quattro driven for 2026

GWM Tank 300 PHEV – 4WD Plug-in Hybrid driven.

LeapMotor C10 BEV as a family car – does it work.

The 2026 Kia EV5 GT-Line. The EV5 at its most comfortable.

Mazda CX-80 AZAMI SP AWD Baby duties week 3

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