The week’s top news stories: November 9, 2018

The automotive news wheel is always turning. If you’re not constantly checking CarAdvice – which you should be doing, by the way – it can be easy for some headlines to slip through the cracks.

To make sure you haven’t missed anything important, we’ve gathered what we reckon are the hottest news stories from this week, right here. Check them out, and let us know what caught your eye.

Toyota has confirmed three powertrains for the RAV4 at launch, including a model-first hybrid in Australia.

The RAV4 will arrive in the second quarter of next year

The latest iteration of Porsche's venerable 911 will debut at the Los Angeles motor show later this month.

Porsche haven't been shy with the teaser images

Apple CarPlay, a bigger infotainment screen and a head-up display all become standard for the 2019 model year.

Prices have also been cut by up to $3700

The facelifted Elantra range has been revealed in Korea, with the updated model due here by year's end.

What do you think of the new look?

Lexus have released details of its new compact crossover, with prices starting at $44,450.

Would you take: this, or the BMW X2?

Ford Australia has revealed its new entrant into the iconic Supercar Championship. Check out that rear wing!

The car is being developed by DJR Penske, Tickford Racing, Ford Performance and Ford Australia

Hyundai's electric models have performed strongly in a range test, beating cars such as the Jaguar I-Pace and the Tesla Model S 75D in real world use.

Both the Ioniq Electric and Kona Electric are due in Australian showrooms in the coming months

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