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Frankfurt Motor Show is the world’s largest motor show and has been in existence for well over 100 years. Spread across a mammoth 12 halls, manufacturers come from far and wide to display the latest models, technology and concepts, with crowds often exceeding 800,000 people each year.

For more information, head to the official website and stay tuned to WhichCar.com.au for all the latest updates from the Frankfurt Motor Show.

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10 iconic cars you didn’t know were built in Australia

Some of the most iconic cars from foreign shores may not be as foreign as you think, with Australian assembly underpinning their local success.

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Australia’s top 10 cheapest new cars

Not exactly in the market for a Rolls or McLaren? We’ve got you covered with our guide to the cheapest new cars for Aussies on a tight budget.

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Luxury car boss hits out at ‘fake’ engine sounds in EVs and says infotainment screens should be avoided

Traditional alternatives, rather than engine-imitating sound signatures, could become the true call sign of luxury EVs.

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KGM Musso EV missing airbags advertised as standard, finds ANCAP

ANCAP has issued a consumer alert after finding Australian-delivered Musso EV utes do not have centre and driver knee airbags previously listed in KGM specifications.

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A Ford Bronco ute is on the way as the Blue Oval takes a leaf out of China’s playbook

Ford is growing its iconic models into sub-brands to leverage their popularity, and a ute based on the Bronco is one of the headline acts.

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California is now telling drivers which tyres they can fit to their cars. Could it happen in Australia?

The green move to mandate more efficient tyres begins in 2029. Drivers who like high-performance rubber will not be happy.

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ACCC takes Subaru Australia to court alleging it failed to give mechanics essential car repair info

Competition watchdog alleges independent mechanics were not given the same access to crucial Subaru service and repair data as the brand’s authorised dealerships.

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Mazda CX-30 could go 11 years without a new generation as redesign is pushed back

New models from Mazda have slowed to a trickle, with news that a replacement for the CX-30 won’t arrive this decade.

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Geely takes big leap forward with move to the holy grail of EV batteries

Solid-state batteries will be game-changers when they go into production, and Geely is one of the companies leading the charge.

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Genesis unveils world-first design with its ultra-luxurious flagship GV90 SUV

The Genesis GV90 is full of tech the Hyundai group has never put into production before, including a roof airbag. Even the start button has been replaced.

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Spy shots reveal 2027 Kia Sportage’s Seltos-like new design

The first glimpse of what to expect from the next Kia Sportage has been caught in South Korea.

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Hyundai IONIQ 3 EV pricing in Australia could dip under $40,000

Hyundai could position the new Ioniq 3 with pricing to match the petrol i30 hatch range, and may even undercut the smaller Inster.

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Telltale signs show Chinese giant Changan is launching luxury cars down under

Zeekr and Denza are in the crosshairs as Changan starts developing a new sales and servicing network in Australia.

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Aggressive Geely announcement flags big increase in cars bound for Australia

Detail in results briefing shows how Geely is responding to weakening demand in China – and it’s great news for fans of the marque down under.

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Everything we know about the new Toyota Celica as details and leaks keep stacking up

Toyota’s reborn Celica is shaping up as a very different sports car, with a mid-engined layout, all-wheel drive and a new 2.0-litre turbo engine potentially putting the GR coupe in a class of its own.

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Mercedes GLB review: Overseas drive finds unique SUV is a huge upgrade on its predecessor

The second-generation Mercedes SUV replaces the current GLB and the EQB, bringing more technology, improved practicality and rapid charging.

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The Wheels Interview: Mark Reuss, the American ‘car guy’ who once ran Holden

Mark Reuss might currently be the global president of General Motors but underneath the tailored suit, the one-time Holden head honcho is a genuine ‘car guy’ at heart.

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BYD Ti7 large SUV gets 315km long-range plug-in hybrid version

A larger 50kWh battery pushes BYD’s boxy Ti7 SUV beyond 300km of claimed electric range, but its prospects for an Australian launch remain unclear.

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The newest Chery SUV came from a former Ferrari designer – and it shows

Chinese car makers have been accused of copycat design, but the new Chery’s resemblance to a Purosangue is down to some real Prancing Horse DNA.

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Man behind the Ferrari Enzo thumbs his nose at modern supercars with all-analog manual V12 throwback

With a focus on purists, the Kode89 supercar features that last bastion of driver engagement, a manual transmission.

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The 2027 Hyundai Tucson is unveiled with dramatic styling and new tech 

Hyundai has moved away from the curvy current-model Tucson in dramatic fashion, while also making the new model larger.

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Alarming recall trend hits millions of vehicles that could catch fire when they’re not running

Recall notices are on the rise as new technologies add to the potential fire risk in some models.

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Australian safety study finds deactivated driver assist tech could be behind one in five road deaths

A study has found that frustrated Aussies who turn off safety-focussed advanced driver assist tech could be pushing up the country’s road toll.

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Denza Z9GT review: Early international verdict hails startling power and tech – but luxury grand tourer falls short on polish

Our friends at Auto Express love the Denza Z9GT’s performance and EV stats as it fires a shot across the bows of competitors like Porsche and Audi.