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Keen to save fuel? Here are the 10 cheapest hybrid models in Australia
While they still use fuel in some capacity, hybrid cars can also drastically reduce your overall consumption in energy-challenged times. So which are the 10 cheapest hybrids in Australia?
Three dual-cabs compared: BYD Shark v Toyota HiLux v Kia Tasman
Fuel-use is in the news even more than capability when it comes to the dual-cab brigade. Here, we compare the figures for three very different ways of tackling the segment.
Looking to switch to an EV? Here are the 10 cheapest in Australia
Over the uncertainty around petrol prices and supply? If you’re considering making the jump to an electric vehicle, here are the 10 cheapest EV models on the market…
From the Wheels archive: The 1974 oil crisis – when driving on Sunday was banned and Australia had eight years of fuel reserves
Wheels’ Peter Robinson was on the ground in 1974 when the oil crisis hit with driving banned on Sundays and car manufacturing slowed to a crawl.
Which plug-in hybrids offer the longest electric driving range?
A plug-in hybrid can offer the best of both worlds for some, so which ones offer the longest electric driving range? The answer may surprise you.
What are the most fuel efficient vehicles on the market without a plug?
Dramatically cutting your fuel use is possible without buying a vehicle that plugs into a wall. Here are the most fuel efficient vehicles in each segment.
Mercedes-AMG GT 63 Pro review: Fitter, faster, stronger
The second-generation Mercedes-AMG GT 63 Pro casts off the shackles of its fearsome but uncompromising predecessor to tap into a broader depth of performance, comfort and luxury than ever before.
From the Wheels archive: The best Holden ever!
Wheels gushed over the all-new HQ Holden in September 1971, declaring it ‘far and away the best Holden ever’.
After a medium SUV with a pulse? Here are five of the best
Most medium SUV models are largely a snooze from behind the wheel, but thankfully, there are options for those of us who like a more engaging driving experience.
Seeking a small SUV that drives like a car? Here are five of the best non-performance options
Are you searching for a small SUV that doesn’t bore you from behind the wheel? Thankfully, there are still some options available.
Hybrid vehicles can reduce fuel use during record high prices – so which are the best options?
The latest conflict in the Middle East has seen fuel prices spike and the possibility of further rises to come, so what are the best hybrid vehicles to lessen your spend on filling your car?
Petrol prices could yet go higher… so which EV should you look at?
Fuel could still go higher in price as a result of the conflict in the Middle East. For many potential car buyers it looks a good time to ditch fossil fuel-powered vehicles altogether and buy an EV, so which should you be looking at?
From the Wheels archive: Ford’s Monaro fighter
After years in the two-door wilderness, Ford threw down the gauntlet with the release of 1972’s Falcon Hardtop.
Modern Classic: Ferrari F92A, the underperformer that left a lasting legacy
It might not be the best F1 car Ferrari ever built but it did make a mark on the Scuderia’s later era.
10 great SUVs that fly under the radar
The SUV form now accounts for more than 60 per cent of new car sales in Australia but some gain more attention than others. Here are 10 quality examples you should know more about…
From the Wheels archive: Ford Capri – Mini Mustang or a Shetland Pony?
Wheels got an early taste of the European-designed and Built Ford Capri that would soon make its way to Australia.
Next SUVs we’re looking forward to in 2026
From BMW to Nissan, Toyota and Cadillac, the next batch of SUV launches we’re excited to drive in 2026….
Best small SUVs for first-time buyers in 2026
Being a first-time new-car buyer can be daunting so to help you on your journey, we’ve cut through the noise with our picks of the bunch.
From the Wheels archive: Torana A9X vs Monaro 350 in a battle for the ages
Wheels’ July 1978 issue saw Bill Tuckey pit the legendary Holden Monaro 350 GTS against The General’s newest road warrior, the Torana A9X.
40 Years of BMW’s M3: Evolution of a legend
BMW’s desire for a ‘sporty 3 Series’ in the mid-1980s gave rise to what has gone on to become one of the true greats of performance motoring.
IM’s game-changing digital chassis explained
Rewriting the automotive rule book is no easy task. There’s a reason things have been done the same way for so long – if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. After impressing the judges at Wheels COTY testing, Trent Nikolic has taken a closer look at the potentially revolutionary technology powering the chassis beneath the IM range
Which are the most practical small SUVs under $40,000?
Small but perfectly formed – it’s a phrase that applies to these 10 small SUV models which, despite their size, are also beautifully practical.
From the Wheels archive: Power Struggles – XR Falcon v SS Commodore
The reignited Aussie muscle car war boiled over in 1998 with Ford’s new range of XR Falcons taking it to Holden’s SS Commodore swagger.
The Wheels Interview: Ford exec Jim Baumbick, the man who helped make the Ranger a roaring success
Ford exec Jim Baumbick found his feet at Victoria’s Broadmeadows HQ before his rise through the ranks, from Ranger mastermind to European boss, testament to Australia’s influence on global strategy and future Blue Oval trucks…
