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Freelander 8 PHEV Details Revealed Ahead of 2027 Australia Arrival
The first SUV from the JLR-Chery Freelander brand is planned for Australia in 2027, with a 460kW plug-in hybrid system and substantial off-road hardware outlined for its international version.
CarExpert (Australia) · 2026-10-19
Jetour’s T1 and T2 SUVs clear Australian certification ahead of 2027 debut
The Chery-owned brand’s first Australian models have approvals covering turbo-petrol and plug-in hybrid powertrains, though not every certified version is guaranteed to reach showrooms.
CarExpert (Australia) · 2026-10-19
Yangwang U8 Clears Australian Vehicle Approval Hurdle
Australia’s vehicle approval database lists BYD’s flagship SUV in one configuration, but BYD has not confirmed a local launch.
CarExpert (Australia) · 2026-10-19
Chinese cars in Australia: Lepas prices the L6, Leapmotor answers on stock and cameras
Chery's new brands get prices and dates, Haval H7 and Xpeng G9L near arrival, and Leapmotor defends its Dahua cameras.
ZhongAuto (Australia) · 2026-10-18
BYD Shark 6 Premium review: A strong plug-in hybrid ute for everyday driving
The Premium pairs 321kW of combined power with a comfortable, well-finished cabin and competitive fuel use, though its petrol engine can get noisy and its off-road ability has limits.
CarExpert (Australia) · 2026-10-18
Chery’s Exlantix Brand Set for Australian Debut in 2027
The premium brand plans to launch with the ES GT shooting brake and ET SUV, both shown in right-hand drive. Pricing and local powertrain details are still to come.
CarExpert (Australia) · 2026-10-18
Leapmotor credits Stellantis backing for its Australian rollout
The Chinese EV maker says Stellantis has provided distribution and aftersales systems as it grows its Australian network, where deliveries rose sharply year on year.
CarExpert (Australia) · 2026-10-16
Haval H7 draws record pre-launch interest in Australia
GWM says the new mid-size SUV has attracted 1,500 expressions of interest ahead of its Australian launch next month, with prices starting below A$50,000 drive-away.
CarExpert (Australia) · 2026-10-15
Leapmotor to bring another batch of high-performance C10 SUVs to Australia
The 440kW C10 AWD Sports+ is due in November, but Leapmotor has yet to confirm Australian allocation or pricing for the returning special edition.
CarExpert (Australia) · 2026-10-15
Leapmotor Defends Use of Dahua Cameras Amid Privacy Concerns
The brand’s Australian chief says its vehicles have undergone privacy certification testing and that only a small share of owners have raised questions about data security.
CarExpert (Australia) · 2026-10-15
Leapmotor says Australian stock levels are guided by demand
The Chinese automaker says it chooses how much stock to order and which models to offer, while pacing its Australian rollout.
CarExpert (Australia) · 2026-10-15
Chery’s Lepas L6 Electric SUV Priced at A$47,990 in Australia
The five-seat L6 BEV Signature is open for orders ahead of November 2026 deliveries, with a 440km claimed WLTP range.
CarExpert (Australia) · 2026-10-15
Deepal signals S05 and S07 updates for Australia, with plug-in hybrids possible
Changan has confirmed plug-in hybrid versions of both SUVs for Europe. Deepal Australia says local lineup details and powertrain options are expected in the coming weeks, but has not confirmed which versions will arrive.
CarExpert (Australia) · 2026-10-14
IM5 electric sedan pairs high performance with Australian pricing
IM Motors is positioning its three-variant fastback against the Tesla Model 3 and BYD Seal, with a NSW drive-away offer starting at A$57,990.
CarExpert (Australia) · 2026-10-14
GWM Ora 5 Ultra Begins a Three-Month Test in Australia
CarExpert’s Melbourne-based long-term evaluation opens with a look at the compact electric SUV’s pricing, specifications and everyday prospects.
CarExpert (Australia) · 2026-10-14