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Hybrid LandCruiser confirmed for 2026! Toyota’s large 4WD will finally get a petrol-electric system, but there’s a catch

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Toyota has confirmed its popular large four-wheel drive will pick up a petrol electric system for the first time in its 75-year history. litre twin turbo V6 petrol engine teamed to an electric motor. litre V6 twin-turbo diesel engine pumps out now. By comparison a diesel LandCruiser has a fuel figure of 8.9L/100km

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2026 Porsche Cayenne EV previewed: Record breaking hill climb run underlines luxury SUV’s performance potential!

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For reference, that’s four seconds swifter than the 2017 record set by a Bentley Bentayga Speed, and even quicker than the Porsche Taycan Turbo Sport Turismo EV (31.43sec). 2026 Porsche Cayenne EV. I felt completely confident at all times.”

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BEVs shine as French new-car market slumps in July

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However, it is the decline of the petrol and diesel markets that is driving the country’s overall volumes down. There will be €3,100 for households whose reference tax income is above €16,300, and €4,200 for the lowest-income households. Diesel slide continues Meanwhile, diesel continued its slide in July.

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Look out BYD Shark 6 and GWM Cannon Alpha! Ford Ranger PHEV pricing and specifications announced

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Our Aussie engineering and design team have created a plug-in hybrid that allows diesel ute buyers to begin their electrification journey without sacrificing any of the core capability that they need from a truck whether they use it for work or play, said Andrew Birkic, president and CEO of Ford Australia.

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Confirmed! Kia locks in an all-new electric ute, but for now it’s only headed to the US

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Cheaper hybrids coming as Kia plans dramatic Aussie petrol-electric expansion READ MORE: Staying positive! The Tasman will launch as turbo-diesel to fight the Ford Ranger and Toyota HiLux, but a petrol-electric hybrid is coming soon after as its first electrified option. READ MORE: Toyota targeted! An EV has also been mooted.

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Changes to EV Road Tax – From April 2025

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All change on the Road Tax front Understanding the complex UK Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) or “Road Tax” Vehicle Excise Duty (VED), commonly referred to as road tax, is a tax levied on vehicles used on UK roads. However, this will change from April 2025 when EVs will become subject to road tax like petrol and diesel cars.

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Stars at Auto Expo 2025 – The cars that got all the attention

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The near-production version of the SUV was unveiled to the public at the venue with the original Tat Sierra on display for quick reference. litre turbo petrol engine with 264 bhp and 370 Nm of peak torque, which helps propel the sedan from 0-100 kmph in 6.4 The Octavia RS arrives with revised styling and a power-packed 2.0-litre