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2026 Lepas L6 EV
2026 Lepas L6 EV
Lepas L6 EV to launch in October
Lepas L6 EV to launch in October
The Chery Group introduces yet another brand to the Australian car market with its mid-sized electric SUV, the Lepas L6.
Kris Ashton
15 Sept 2026
BYD Atto 1
BYD Atto 1
Australia’s cheapest EV falls below $20,000
Australia’s cheapest EV falls below $20,000
Once double the price of their petrol counterparts, electric vehicles hit a milestone as BYD announces a record low drive-away price for its Atto 1.
Sam Charlwood
15 Sept 2026
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A woman driving a car wearing a seatbelt
NRMA calls for change as seatbelt fines skyrocket
NRMA calls for change as seatbelt fines skyrocket
An extraordinary surge in fines prompts the NRMA to call for drivers to be able to nominate adult passengers who are caught incorrectly wearing a seatbelt.
Open Road
15 Sept 2026
Smart #5 driving on road above hilly coastline
Smart #5 driving on road above hilly coastline
Smart #5 confirmed as #1 falls below $50,000
Smart #5 confirmed as #1 falls below $50,000
The Smart #5 is finally headed to Australia, while lower pricing pushes the smaller Smart #1 below $50,000 before on-road costs for the first time.
Bridie Schmidt
14 Sept 2026
Ford Bronco Basecamp
Ford Bronco Basecamp
Ford Bronco Basecamp headlines Blue Oval’s Aussie ambitions
Ford Bronco Basecamp headlines Blue Oval’s Aussie ambitions
Ford Australia announces new super-hybrid SUV, Transit City EV, and special edition Mustang Dark Horse as it seeks to reclaim local buyers and expand market share.
Kris Ashton
9 Sept 2026
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Arm in red sleeve putting fuel in a car seen from rear of car
Fuel costs and supply in Australia: when will fuel prices drop? Your questions answered
Fuel costs and supply in Australia: when will fuel prices drop? Your questions answered
As conflict in the Middle East continues to drive volatility in fuel supply around the world, the NRMA is analysing fuel price news and data every day to give Australian motorists the latest advice on fuel supply and prices.
Open Road
9 Sept 2026
A hand holding an EV battery check device
A hand holding an EV battery check device
EV batteries hold up well, but models vary
EV batteries hold up well, but models vary
Largest global EV battery report reveals which EV batteries retain the most capacity after 150,000km, with some models doing better than others.
Bridie Schmidt
4 Sept 2026
Silver Tesla Model Y seen from rear angle driving on mountain road
Silver Tesla Model Y seen from rear angle driving on mountain road
August 2026: Tesla Model Y tops sales as EV uptake surges
August 2026: Tesla Model Y tops sales as EV uptake surges
Chinese SUVs are once again the flavour of the month in Australia, comprising six of the top 10 selling models in August.
Sam Charlwood
3 Sept 2026
Mundi Mundi lightfest
Mundi Mundi lightfest
Bringing the outback to life at Mundi Mundi Lightfest
Bringing the outback to life at Mundi Mundi Lightfest
As Broken Hill's streets came alive with dazzling light displays and spectacular drone shows, the NRMA was there helping create memorable experiences for the community and visitors alike.
Open Road
3 Sept 2026
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A blue charging cable attached to the side of a gold colour car near the rear light.
More than 80 per cent of Aussies would now consider an EV
More than 80 per cent of Aussies would now consider an EV
Despite some reservations around charging, battery life and resale, prospective EV ownership is on the rise in Australia according to new NRMA Insurance research.
Sam Charlwood
2 Sept 2026

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