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The interior of the upcoming Volkswagen electric vehicle will showcase the newly revealed cockpit and refreshed ID. Polo. They previously announced that they will be bringing certain physical buttons now in the upcoming days that will be a reality. According to Volkswagen, the changes will elevate customers’ experience, bringing it to a new level. Unlike modern EVs, which have a bunch of screens, haptic controllers, and digital buttons, the upcoming Volkswagen EVs will have physical buttons and switch gears, which will be seen on the Polo’s interior. The steering wheel has a new cluster of buttons, which are involved in…

New-vehicle sales in Australia rose marginally in 2025, up just 0.3 per cent year-on-year, but despite the slight improvement a raft of brands struggled in an increasingly overcrowded market.With one of the most competitive new-car landscapes in the world – which also saw new brands including GAC and Denza launch locally in 2025 – it’s becoming harder to secure a slice of the Australian sales pie.While the Ford Ranger took top honours and Toyota remained the top-selling brand, as they did in 2024, a number of brands posted losses once again.Here are the top 10 brands that recorded the largest…

When BMW announced the iX xDrive45 for the U.S. market, we knew we had to get behind the wheel. This is the first time this model has been offered stateside, and it’s positioned as the “entry-level” gateway to the iX family. But after nearly a year of living with the iX M60, we can tell you that “entry-level” doesn’t mean what you might think. The iX remains one of our favorite BMWs today—a vehicle that balances practicality, smart interior design, and a comfortable ride for daily use. The question now: how does the more affordable xDrive45 measure up?Meet the New…

Akio Toyoda is bringing his customized sports car to the 2026 Tokyo Auto Salon. It’s a two-seater, mid-engine model, but its identity is unknown. The cryptic posts on X may hint at an MR2 revival. For sports car enthusiasts, Akio Toyoda is hands down one of the best automotive executives to have ever lived. Who would’ve imagined that in 2026, Toyota would be the savior of fun cars? A flagship GR GT recently joined the GR Yaris, GR86, and GR Corolla, but the V-8 supercar might not be the only mid-engine model on the horizon. For years, the company has…

This year marks five decades of the iconic Volkswagen Golf GTI, and the German brand is planning big things for the nameplate’s big birthday.Starting with the Mk1 Golf GTI in 1976, “the world’s most successful compact sports car” has sold more than 2.5 million units across no fewer than eight generations so far.50 years on, VW says the GTI’s core DNA remains the same – “[an] agile engine, lightweight front-wheel drive, balanced chassis, perfectly fitting sports seats and crisp, no-frills design”.CarExpert can save you thousands on a new car. Click here to get a great deal.VW has confirmed two major product launches…

Camouflaged prototypes of BMW’s upcoming iX4 have been caught testing once again in Germany, revealing the company’s transition away from the X4’s combustion-powered legacy. BMW is ditching internal combustion engines for the X4 entirely, and the iX4 will lead the charge as the brand’s first electric Sports Activity Coupe under the all-new Neue Klasse platform. The iX4, internally coded “NA7,” represents a new milestone in the company’s long history: its first all-electric crossover coupe.A Coupe Look, As ExpectedEven wrapped in heavy camouflage, the test vehicle can’t conceal its coupeish shape. In fact, the prototype’s profile is noticeably more aggressive and…

Alpina officially joins the BMW Group, ushering in a new era as BMW Alpina. BMW promises to preserve Alpina’s heritage while evolving the brand. The challenge ahead: maintaining Alpina’s unique blend of luxury and performance. As of January 1, 2026, Alpina is officially part of the BMW Group. With the acquisition announced back in 2022 now complete, BMW has given its newly absorbed luxury marque a unique name: BMW Alpina. This move marks the beginning of a new chapter for a brand that has long been synonymous with effortless performance and understated luxury. The big question, however, remains: can Alpina’s…

The Kia EV3 is an award-winning electric vehicle (EV), and for good reason.This compact and likeable little EV is a real looker. It has presence and style, and there’s a heap of features and comfort on offer inside, as well as surprisingly good practicality.But I’m not convinced that the value-for-money equation stacks up quite as well as it could in this top-spec small electric SUV – especially considering some of the competitors in the EV space today.How much does the Kia EV3 cost?The Kia EV3 is relatively affordable… if you’re not considering the top-spec flagship. This GT-Line variant has a…

The idea sounds absurd: diesel-powered Ford Thunderbirds roaming the streets of Munich under BMW supervision. But at a certain point in the 1970s, that unlikely premise apparently became reality. Even more unlikely, the responsible party is none other than BMW Motorsport — perhaps the last organization you would relate to diesel power. Depending on how you look at it, the series of unlikely pairings had all the eccentricities of greatness or markings of a flop. But either way, it’s an origin story explaining how a BMW diesel engine found its way into an American luxury coupe.An American in MunichYou might…

Bugatti will allegedly reveal a new one-off car this month.   It’ll pay homage to the original Veyron 16.4 chassis no. 001.   It’ll be its Programme Solitaire’s second car after the Brouillard. It’s been 20 years since Bugatti began building new cars, launching the 1,000-horsepower Veyron 16.4 in 2005. Capable of reaching 253 miles per hour with its quad-turbocharged 8.0-liter W-16 engine, the Veyron redefined what was possible in a production vehicle. Now a special one-off from Bugatti will allegedly honor the original hypercar.   It’s the next creation from the company’s Programme Solitaire, which will supposedly debut on…