Australia's electric vehicle market is changing rapidly as a global EV price war drives prices lower and increases competition. Chinese brands such as BYD, MG and GWM have introduced more affordable models, making EV ownership accessible to more Australians. Record EV sales, rising fuel prices and growing model availability are encouraging more drivers to consider switching. While the biggest price cuts may already have occurred, buyers continue to benefit from greater choice, lower running costs and tax incentives. The shift is reshaping Australia's automotive market and changing how consumers approach car purchases.

Singaporean online car marketplace Carro has expanded into Australia with the acquisition of used-car platform, CarPlace. It gives Carro operations in three of Australia's four biggest car markets, Western Australia, Queensland and Victoria. The platform's existing operator Autoleague will retain a minority stake in the business, whilst also acting as a strategic shareholder in Carro. In addition to its wholesale expansion in Australia, the company says it intends to apply the technology across vehicle checks, stock tracking and customer experience.

Italy’s competition authority has launched a Digital Markets Act investigation into Apple’s cloud services. Regulators are assessing whether third-party cloud providers receive equal access to key Apple hardware and software capabilities used by iCloud. The inquiry reflects growing European scrutiny of cloud competition and interoperability requirements.

Australia’s ACCC has launched Federal Court action against Grill’d, alleging the burger chain misled customers about donations linked to its Tree Day Tuesday promotion. The regulator claims only around 4% of more than five million Tuesday burger purchases qualified for tree-planting contributions. The case adds to growing scrutiny of environmental marketing and sustainability-related advertising claims.

Affordable skincare in Australia is booming in 2026 as consumers shift toward ingredient-focused, budget-friendly routines. From cult favourites like The Ordinary and CeraVe to local brands like Sukin and Ultra Violette, effective skincare is now more accessible than ever. Here’s a curated guide to the best affordable skincare brands Australians are loving right now.