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Subaru teases new WRX STi with a tough manual transmission
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Tesla officially cans the Cybertruck for Australia as plans for right-hand drive version are axed completely
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Ford is hit by yet another recall for two of its most popular models – this time it’s the Everest and Ranger
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Mazda3 and CX-30 gain new variants, equipment and safety upgrades for 2026
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Why sunny Perth has been named the Aussie city with the most dangerous weather for drivers
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EV owners told to act now as cheap overnight home charging deal runs out
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GWM Cannon PHEV arrives in Australia as cheapest plug-in hybrid ute
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MINI marks famous 1966 Bathurst victory with limited-edition JCW
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Chery adds a ninth brand for Australia with newcomer Luxeed – and this one ups the luxury factor in a big way
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New Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake Aussie price and specs: Sleek wagon goes all-electric for the first time
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Reviews & Features
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Reviews
BMW iX5 review: Huge battery, huge on-road ability and great driver tech elevate all-electric SUV
Our mates at AutoExpress were mightily impressed with the BMW iX5, which packs all the space of a big SUV with the road manners of a car far smaller.
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Reviews2026 Leapmotor B05 review: Promising, but with some significant drawbacks
The Leapmotor B05 delivers impressive driving dynamics and strong value, but intrusive technology undermines its appeal.
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Best Medium SUVsBest Medium SUVs 2026: Electric
From affordable family favourites to high-tech luxury contenders, here’s our pick for Australia’s best electric medium SUV for 2026.
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Best Medium SUVsBest Medium SUVs 2026: Hybrid
From affordable plug-in hybrids to proven petrol-electric favourites, these are the best medium SUVs for efficiency, practicality and everyday value in 2026.
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Best Medium SUVsBest Medium SUVs 2026: Luxury
Our contenders in the Luxury segment range from European benchmarks to ambitious newcomers, but all bring an enticing blend of premium comfort, performance and advanced technology.
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Car Comparisons
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ComparisonsComparison: Hyundai Ioniq 5 N v Honda Civic Type R
Can the benchmark high-performance electric vehicle mix it with the greatest petrol hot hatch of its generation?
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ComparisonsComparison: Kia Picanto v BYD Atto 1, a contest between two of Australia’s most affordable cars
Two answers to the same question – what is Australia’s most affordable car?
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ComparisonsUltimate plug-in hybrid test: Chery Tiggo 7 v BYD Sealion 5 v Geely Starray EM-i v GWM Haval H6
Hybrid technology paved the way for lower all-round fuel use, and electric vehicles paved the way for those wanting something completely different. But if you want to hedge your bets, plug-in hybrid drivetrains, which have benefited from advances in both petrol and electric technology, are the way to go.
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ComparisonsHybrid Heroes: Honda HR-V v Hyundai Kona comparison
As hybrid technology reshapes Australia’s favourite vehicle segment, we compare two fuel-sipping small SUVs battling for value, efficiency, practicality and everyday driving appeal
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ComparisonsMedium SUV comparison: Honda CR-V v Hyundai Tucson v Toyota RAV4 face-off
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ComparisonsToyota Yaris v Mazda 2: Small cars for the big smoke face off
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ComparisonsHatchback Hit-Out: Mazda 3 v Kia K4 v Volkswagen Golf
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ComparisonsNissan X-Trail v Mazda CX-5: Medium-size SUVs go head-to-head in hard-fought segment
PHEV & Hybrid Vehicles
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NewsNew Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake Aussie price and specs: Sleek wagon goes all-electric for the first time
The Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake returns to Australia with hybrid and electric powertrains, greater practicality and new technology.
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News2027 Honda Accord updated for Australia with subtle styling changes
Honda has given its Accord hybrid sedan a minor refresh for 2027, bringing revised exterior styling and small interior changes.
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NewsNext-generation Toyota Corolla to be built in China from 2028 – but what about Australia?
Toyota’s next Corolla will reportedly enter Chinese production in 2028, with petrol, hybrid and electric powertrain options planned to cover all markets.
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News2027 Kia Seltos: Standard features revealed for new hybrid small SUV
Kia has detailed the equipment offered across its new Seltos range, with plenty of technology even in the entry-level model, priced from $39,990 driveaway.
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NewsGWM’s new Haval H7 attracts record interest from Aussies before it’s even launched
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NewsNew Hyundai Bayon small SUV is revealed with hybrid power and complete design overhaul
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NewsGeely reveals why it’s swimming against Australia’s SUV tide with the new Emgrand sedan
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NewsHonda makes new reveal about all-important next-gen hybrid system with wave of new models coming
Electric Vehicles
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News
Tesla officially cans the Cybertruck for Australia as plans for right-hand drive version are axed completely
You won’t be seeing the Tesla Cybertruck down under after Tesla notified Aussies who reserved one of the models to let them know there will be no right-hand drive version.
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Reviews
BMW iX5 review: Huge battery, huge on-road ability and great driver tech elevate all-electric SUV
Our mates at AutoExpress were mightily impressed with the BMW iX5, which packs all the space of a big SUV with the road manners of a car far smaller.
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Reviews
2026 Leapmotor B05 review: Promising, but with some significant drawbacks
The Leapmotor B05 delivers impressive driving dynamics and strong value, but intrusive technology undermines its appeal.
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NewsChery’s new Omoda X SUV is unveiled with thermal imaging tech that can spot kangaroos in the dead of night
Fresh from Chery’s Omoda Jaecoo sub brand, the Omoda X is set to rival models like the Hyundai Tucson and Toyota RAV4.
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NewsEver heard of Wuling? Chinese giant could be Australia’s next new car brand as it gets green light to sell BYD and Tesla rival down under
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NewsEverything we know about the next-gen BYD Atto 1 after its official launch
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NewsMercedes-Benz C-Class electric pricing and specs: New sedan aims for affordability but doesn’t skimp on power
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NewsMercedes-AMG unleashes 860kW electric GT SUV with supercar performance and 700km range
Classic Wheels
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Classic WheelsFrom the Wheels Archive: We test a ‘modern’ EV for the first time in 1997 – and see a clouded future for battery power after driving the world’s first electric sports car, GM’s EV1
The General Motors EV1 was the first mass-produced, purpose-built, all-electric car from a major manufacturer. Wheels’ test of the pioneering vehicle was a bit of a first for us, too.
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Classic WheelsFrom the Wheels Archive: The 50 best moments in Bathurst history, from Peter Perfect to Godzilla and the rock that almost killed Dick
Forget the Melbourne Cup. Wheels’ list of the best dramas, crashes, shocks and victories at Bathurst shows why it should be known as the race that stops the nation.
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Classic WheelsFrom the Wheels Archive: Mark Skaife puts the R35 GT-R up against his 1992 Godzilla at Oran Park – with “unbelievable” results
Skaifey made history with the GT-R in 1992. In 2009, Wheels got him to compare the car that conquered Bathurst with Nissan’s then-current Godzilla.
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Classic WheelsFrom the Wheels Archive: Holden’s SS Group A Commodore takes on America’s best in the USA – and the Yanks don’t want to give it back
The fellas from Car And Driver got their hands on the General’s head-kicker in 1988. It was love at first throttle application…
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Classic WheelsFrom the Wheels archive: The HSV HRT 427C “Oz Zilla” is born ready to take on Porsche’s GT2
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Classic WheelsFrom the Wheels archive: Peter Brock drives a Falcon GTHO Phase III as Ford’s icon proves it can compete with more modern Aussie V8s
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Classic WheelsFrom the Wheels archive: Top 10 Turbo pioneers (and three stinkers)
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Classic WheelsFrom the Wheels Archive: The 10 most embarrassing cars ever sold in Australia
Modern Classic
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FeaturesModern Classic: Toyota Celica GT-Four, from poser to rally champion
A rally-bred homologation special, the Celica GT-Four helped Toyota shed its cardigan-wearing, conservative image.
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FeaturesModern Classic: HSV Maloo, the tradie ‘supercar’
A modern-day cultural icon, and officially the fastest ute in the world, the HSV Maloo redefined what the humble Aussie workhorse could be.
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FeaturesModern Classic: Mercedes-Benz R129 SL 500
The golden generation of Mercedes-Benz roadsters?
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FeaturesModern Classic: BMW E36 M3, originally unloved, now legendary
For years it was the unloved M3, but hindsight has more than rehabilitated the magnificent E36’s reputation.
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FeaturesModern Classic: Porsche 911 Carrera S, a company-saving creation
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FeaturesModern Classic: Porsche Cayman, much more than a marketing exercise
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Features‘Billion dollar baby’: It’s 20 years since the VE Commodore first launched
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FeaturesModern Classic: BMW E60 M5, a sedan like no other
