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BYD Seal Discounts in Brazil Bring Electric Sedan Close to Civic Hybrid Pricing
Listings cut as much as R$30,000 from the Seal’s official price, while the AWD electric sedan offers 531 hp and a claimed 0–100 km/h time of 3.8 seconds.
Notícias Automotivas (Brazil) · 2026-11-02
Xiaomi’s Australian Hiring Points to a Possible Car-Market Entry
Automotive legal and other Sydney-based vacancies suggest Xiaomi is preparing for Australia, although the company has not announced a launch or a timetable.
CarExpert (Australia) · 2026-11-02
Denza B5 PHEV discounted to A$74,990 drive-away in Australia
Denza is clearing selected 2025-built B5 SUVs with reduced drive-away prices, while the better-equipped B5 Leopard is offered from A$79,990.
CarExpert (Australia) · 2026-10-30
Chery’s iCaur SUVs blend Bronco-style visibility with Tesla-like refinement
The design brief draws on the Ford Bronco’s upright seating and the Tesla Model S’s smooth, quiet drive. iCaur is preparing to enter Australia with the V25 in early 2027.
CarExpert (Australia) · 2026-10-29
Denza Adds 17 Regional Australian Service Locations
The BYD-owned premium brand will use BYD dealerships and its parts network to extend service coverage beyond major cities.
CarExpert (Australia) · 2026-10-29
Lepas plans a separate Australian dealer network backed by Chery
The Chinese brand expects to open 23 Australian dealerships in November 2026 and says a growing model range will support the investment.
CarExpert (Australia) · 2026-10-28
Chery Expects Its Expanding Brand Lineup to Stand Apart in Australia
Lepas is part of Chery’s plan to have eight brands in Australia by 2028. Executives say separate dealer networks and increasingly distinct designs will help customers tell them apart.
CarExpert (Australia) · 2026-10-28
Leapmotor Says Australia Needs Cars Chosen for Local Buyers, Not Overseas Oversupply
The Chinese automaker is expanding its Australian range while its local chief warns that buyers can spot models sent there mainly to clear excess stock.
CarExpert (Australia) · 2026-10-27
Xpeng targets 66 Australian sites as its lineup grows
The Chinese automaker plans to add the L03 this year and two larger SUVs in 2027, while continuing to address customer offers made by former distributor TrueEV.
CarExpert (Australia) · 2026-10-26
Chery works to raise towing and payload figures for Australian-bound models
The iCaur V27 is expected to gain towing capacity, while Chery continues efforts to lift the Stockman ute’s payload to one tonne.
CarExpert (Australia) · 2026-10-26
MG Sees Room for Its U9 Electric Ute in Australia
Despite weak sales for battery-powered utes so far, MG says Australian buyers are asking for an electric dual-cab. The U9 EV starts at A$78,990 before on-road costs.
CarExpert (Australia) · 2026-10-25
Continental Australia chief discusses tyres, EVs and market pressures
Managing director Mitchell Golledge outlines how Continental is adapting its tyre business for Australian drivers, including the role of Chinese production and changing EV requirements.
CarExpert (Australia) · 2026-10-24
Chery’s Expanding Australian Brand Portfolio Tests a Different Playbook
Chery plans to bring eight group brands to Australia, while rivals including BYD, GWM and GAC are pursuing leaner brand structures.
CarExpert (Australia) · 2026-10-23
Chery Sees Technology Opening for Its Premium Brands in Australia
Chery International president Zhang Guibing says established luxury brands’ slower shift to new technology could help Chinese newcomers stand out as Lepas, Exlantix and Luxeed prepare for Australian launches.
CarExpert (Australia) · 2026-10-23
Chery’s Stockman Platform Could Underpin a Three-Row SUV
Chery says the ute’s ladder-frame platform can support an SUV, but neither production nor an Australian launch has been approved.
CarExpert (Australia) · 2026-10-23