Performance Car Podcast

Subaru teases new WRX STi with a tough manual transmission
The new clues about the upcoming WRX STi have come courtesy of a new website set up by Subaru in Japan.

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.

Ford is hit by yet another recall for two of its most popular models – this time it’s the Everest and Ranger
The recall for the Ranger and Everest relates to a problem with in-car tech that could increase the risk of a serious accident.

Mazda3 and CX-30 gain new variants, equipment and safety upgrades for 2026
Mazda expands its CX-30 range with two new grades while adding improved safety technology, larger screens and wireless connectivity.

Why sunny Perth has been named the Aussie city with the most dangerous weather for drivers
A new study into dangerous weather and driving conditions around the world has arrived at a surprising finding down under.

EV owners told to act now as cheap overnight home charging deal runs out
The home charging deal saw owners pay just seven cents per kilowatt hour as they stocked up their batteries overnight.

GWM Cannon PHEV arrives in Australia as cheapest plug-in hybrid ute
Australia’s cheapest plug-in hybrid ute offers 115km of electric range and 3500kg towing, with introductory discounts extended until November.

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.

MINI marks famous 1966 Bathurst victory with limited-edition JCW
Just 26 examples of the $71,990 Lucky 13 Edition will be produced to commemorate Bob Holden and Rauno Aaltonen’s historic Bathurst triumph.

Chery adds a ninth brand for Australia with newcomer Luxeed – and this one ups the luxury factor in a big way
Luxeed will first make its mark down under with the opulent LLounge people mover, and there’s a hi-po SUV on the way too.

New 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.

Big shock for Aussie drivers as major toll road company shuts down for days on end
The company behind some of the nation’s biggest and busiest toll roads has gone offline and full service won’t resume for days.

Revealed: The shocking number of Aussies who have been put in danger by car touchscreens – as survey uncovers huge opposition to the tech
Touchscreens have become a giant bugbear for Aussie motorists, with a big percentage of drivers confirming the technology has resulted in a critical incident on the road.

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.

Chery Tiggo 7 SUV gets a luxurious revamp – and a tougher off-road version that’s the first in a new line of vehicles
The Chery Tiggo range has been bolstered with the launch of two new SUV options in China this week.

Chery’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.

Footy legend Barry Hall chases a very different type of sporting success in an ultra-fast Holden Commodore
Barry Hall reached the pinnacle of the AFL. Now he’s pushing himself to the limit in motorsport.

Neil Crompton reveals the insult that tipped him over the edge as he breaks silence on being dumped from Supercars commentary
The sting of his exit from the commentary booth still hasn’t quite gone away for Neil Crompton.

Revealed: The pedestrian road rule Aussie drivers keep stuffing up
They’re a common sight on our roads, but many motorists make the same road rule mistake when they see a pedestrian refuge island.

Car rental company backs down after charging man a fortune for driving 29,000km in a week
The driver was hit with a $6500 bill for covering the impossible distance during a holiday.

Opponents of fully autonomous cars in Australia warn new tech could kill jobs and cost billions
Autonomous taxis could soon hit Australian roads, but a major transport union warns that it could threaten thousands of jobs and cost the economy billions.

Ever 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
Yet another Chinese carmaker could be joining Australia’s crowded new car market, with the Wuling Eksion electric SUV receiving approval for sale.

Best 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.

Everything we know about the next-gen BYD Atto 1 after its official launch
BYD has launched the second-generation version of its cheapest electric car in China, bringing faster charging, more technology and a larger body.
