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Mike Stevens

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Mike Stevens has been writing, ranting and raving about cars since the early 2000s, and professionally since 2007 – after throwing in the towel on a decade of graphic design. (The client is not always right!)

An early prototype of the ‘always online’ motoring journo, Stevo has had stints in the reporter, road tester, news editor and deputy editor seats.

Instagram: @yomikestevens

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EV charging: 320km added in 10 minutes with Polestar's XFC "extreme fast charging" prototype

⌁ Polestar demonstrates massive leap in EV charging rate, hitting more than 370kW

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2025 Kia Tasman wagon as Mohave successor: Wrangler rival imagined

Kia’s upcoming new ute already has a bit of Jeep Gladiator about it – so what if there was a wagon too?

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2025 Genesis GV70 revealed, Australian launch due later this year

A subtly refreshed GV70 SUV will reach Australia towards the end of 2024, bringing tweaked looks and a big new display

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2025 Chery Omoda 7 previewed, Australian launch confirmed

The Australia-bound Chery Omoda 7, a larger sibling to the recently launched Omoda 5, will be unveiled on April 28

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Rivian R1T confirmed for Australia, but you can’t have one

It’s not the type of availability fans might be hoping for –although it could spark a few ute-spotting road trips to the Pilbara

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Skoda Australia wins customer satisfaction award, two years running

Volkswagen Group's Czech-born brand scores Customer Satisfaction award for both 2022 and 2023.

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2025 Alfa Romeo M̴i̴l̴a̴n̴o̴ Junior revealed – UPDATE: Italy bans Milano name

Alfa Romeo has unveiled its sporty new compact SUV, and a fresh controversy just days later should ensure its name is never forgotten... (we'll look forward to a brisk trade in Milano badges on eBay)

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BYD benefited from $5.6B in direct govt aid, more through wider industry support – study

A top economic institute claims Chinese giant BYD has so far received €3.4B in subsidies, while also benefiting from government support of auto industry suppliers

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PHEVs emit 350% more CO2 than claimed because lax drivers don’t charge them: EU

Drawing on data collected from a sample of 600,000 vehicles in 2021, a massive EU government test shows emissions from plug-in hybrid EVs to be 3.5 times higher than claimed, while diesel and petrol car emissions are around 20% higher

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2025 Mitsubishi Pajero imagined: VOTE! Which look do you prefer?

Mitsubishi admits it would love to make a new Pajero. Here's how it could look!

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2024 BMW X3 & iX3: New photos, details, and everything we know

New photos and details for the upcoming BMW X3 have surfaced, so here's all you need to know, including the anticipated iX3 electric SUV!

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Cupra opens more showrooms in lead-up to new model launches

More new Cupra locations have opened in Australia as the local arm closes in on its second birthday and a number of model launches

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2024 Tesla Model Y review: Full range detailed

The Tesla Model Y is a popular medium-size electric SUV in Australia. Learn about the Model Y range including price, interior, boot space, safety assists and performance.

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2024 GWM Cannon Alpha: Bigger ute coming to Australia with hybrid & diesel power

The GWM Cannon Ute’s bigger brother is on its way to Australia, bringing more carrying space and greener motoring from mid 2024

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Polestar 7: Small Polestar 2 successor, big number

It’s Peugeot all over again: Polestar won’t repeat model numbers, which means the anticipated 7 will be the new 2

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Geely's Riddara RD6 electric ute set for Australia

If it’s not simply a cruel oversight, a new post on social media from Chinese giant Geely suggests the Radar RD6 – now Riddara RD6 – will come to Australia

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New 2025 Toyota RAV4: Everything we know so far

Will the look of Toyota's next RAV4 go full Prado, or something more modern?

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Next BMW iX3 previewed: Vision Neue Klasse X concept

Following its Neue Klasse sedan preview in September, BMW has handed down a first look at how its next iX3 electric SUV will appear

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2025 Kia K4 revealed: Cerato replacement lines up for Aussie launch

Kia’s small Cerato has been on a long road to desirable styling. Has its successor, the K4, finally hit the mark?

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America reveals new emissions rules, Australian industry asks for similar concessions

Just hours after the Biden government’s EPA announced its new and more lenient emissions reduction targets, the FCAI is asking Australia’s govt to show the same consideration

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Easter 2024 double demerits: When and where do they apply?

Drive safe: Every long weekend brings an increased risk of danger on the road – if only to your licence

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Nissan & Honda confirm EV partnership talks

Japan’s second and third-largest car makers may be about to team up on kicking their EV schedules into gear

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NVES: Aussies want cleaner, money saving cars – Climate Council

New poll finds Aussies want cars that use less fuel, emit less greenhouse gases, and save them $$$.

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Cupra Born VZ due in Australia in 2025, Born range passes 1000 sales

New flagship version of Spanish brand's electric hatch beefs up performance and dynamics and is expected here in early 2025