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Toyota Australia is not ready to talk much about the next-generation ‘300 Series’ LandCruiser, which it says is still “some way away”, but insists none of the updates including the speculated-upon addition of hybrid power will make it any less capable off-road or towing than the current one.

Citroen has released a new video on its social media accounts listing all the ways electricity has changed our lives. At the end of the clip the company teases the front end of a model it promises will "democratise electric mobility" and will make its debut on February 27, European time. The car seems to feature a plate spanning the distance between its headlights, and an illuminated double chevron logo and frame.

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.

The Australian automotive industry is divided over whether taxpayer dollars should be used to boost electric vehicle sales or help pay for a national charging network. Car companies have also warned against a ban on petrol and diesel cars because, they say, the profits from these mass market models are crucial to funding advancements in battery technology.

Kia has debuted an up-spec version of its new Seltos SUV in one of its most important markets, while simultaneously previewing a new, entry-level SUV. The Seltos X-Line follows Kia’s X-Line formula, as seen on the Picanto and the Soul. That means a slightly more rugged look, with redesigned bumpers front and rear and a skid plate. There are also unique wheels, black trim in place of chrome, and distinctive orange accents.