Performance Car Podcast
BYD prepares to battle the BMW 5 Series with luxury sedan and wagon
A new luxury sedan from BYD’s luxury division could be about to give BMW and Mercedes-Benz some sleepless nights.
Mercedes-Benz updates GLE and GLS SUV ranges with more technology, new engines and sharper styling
Refreshed luxury SUV family arrives from November with MB.OS, Superscreen and updated six-cylinder powertrains.
Hoons targeted by new noise cameras in $1.3 million trial
Seven acoustic cameras will identify excessively loud vehicles and capture their number plates at noise hotspots across Melbourne and regional Victoria.
Mercedes-AMG GLC 53: High-performance inline six SUV priced for Australia
Mercedes-AMG’s new GLC 53 is now on sale in Australia with a new 330kW turbocharged inline six-cylinder engine armed with an electric supercharger.
Mercedes-Benz GLC 400 4Matic: First electric midsize SUV from the GLC family now on sale in Australia
There’s a new variant of the Mercedes-Benz GLC range called the GLC 400 4Matic, but its powertrain is unlike any other GLC to date…
Mad Max fantasies come true thanks to Queensland custom company
Screen-accurate replicas from the iconic Mad Max universe are now available to buy, thanks to the work of a Queensland company.
XPENG outlines ambitious Australian expansion with five new models due this year
Chinese EV brand confirms rapid product rollout, dealership expansion and range-extender technology as it ramps up local presence.
XPENG X9 electric people mover unveiled for Australia: pricing and specs
Chinese brand’s flagship seven-seat EV offers up to 580km of driving range, ultra-fast charging and luxury-focused cabin.
Mazda cuts plug-in hybrid premium and revises pricing across large SUV range
Updated CX-60, CX-70, CX-80 and CX-90 line-up gains extra standard equipment, simplified pricing and a new entry-level diesel variant.
Smart’s iconic two-seater set for electric comeback
New Smart #2 city EV expected to revive the brand’s smallest model with retro-inspired styling and zero-emissions power.
McLaren to revive manual gearbox in ultra-exclusive new supercar?
Rumoured limited-run flagship could become the British marque’s first three-pedal road car since the legendary F1.
New ‘combo’ cameras catch thousands of drivers already
Speed and red-light enforcement to expand across south-east Queensland as new figures reveal thousands of drivers have already been caught.
Lepas puts Australian roads to the test ahead of local launch
Chery’s new energy sub-brand completes local validation program as it prepares to introduce its first Australian model, the L6 electric SUV, in November.
Renault Arkana gains mild-hybrid power for 2026
Updated coupe-style SUV starts from $41,990 before on-road costs, with two variants, revised transmission calibration and expanded standard equipment.
BYD Sealion 7 Premium review: Proof of the progress of Chinese cars
China’s automotive surge is reshaping Australia’s new-car market, and BYD’s Sealion 7 shows exactly why buyers are embracing the change.
Origin story: A walk through time visiting Stuttgart’s famous Mercedes Museum
The stunning Mercedes-Benz Museum in Stuttgart is more than just a history of the brand – it’s a walk through history itself.
Macca’s charging for parking? More and more outlets are enforcing time limits
Selected McDonald’s restaurants across Australia are introducing paid parking after free time limits, with the fast-food giant saying the measures help keep spaces available for customers.
Aston Martin reveals an unlikely change of direction with wild Dreadnought military off-roader
The Aston Martin Dreadnought is unlike anything the brand has ever designed before, but don’t expect to see it on the frontline any time soon.
Dying breed: The last remaining manual cars available in Australia
The mechanical connection of a clutch and manually manipulated gear lever continues to be a rare find on Australia’s new car market, with just 25 cars and light commercial vehicles left with the three-pedal option.
From the Wheels Archive: The start of the Invasion – Japan challenges Holden’s supremacy
A 1964 Wheels story predicted Japan would challenge Holden. Six decades later, history may be repeating itself as China’s BYD closes on Toyota.
Toyota HiLux electric review: Sparky show pony misses the mark
The first fully electric HiLux hits a few of the right notes but comes with a tray full of compromise.
Chery’s iCaur V25 revealed as an extended-range RAV4 rival
Chery’s iCaur brand is on the wish-list for Australia, and the V25 medium SUV could offer an extended-range hybrid alternative to cars like the Toyota RAV4 and Mazda CX-5.
Consumer law ‘failing’ Australian car buyers and dealers – new review
AADA calls for reforms after independent report finds lengthy delays, inconsistent manufacturer involvement and growing pressure on dispute resolution processes.
Former Toyota CEO urges Japanese rivals to team up to combat Chinese brands
The previous CEO of the world’s largest automaker want more behind-the-scenes collaborations to help the Japanese industry stay afloat.
