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Leapmotor B10: Range-extender hybrid tech added to fuel-sipping small SUV

Leapmotor’s new range-extender B10 pairs electric driving with petrol-backed flexibility, delivering up to 900km of claimed range from a single charge and tank.

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BYD teases new ‘Great Han’ flagship luxury sedan

A new flagship Great Han sedan from BYD’s Dynasty sub-brand in China has been revealed, with a low slung design and impressive driving range.

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BYD appoints Pickles as Australian auction partner to clear fleet vehicles

Three-year deal will see BYD fleet vehicles remarketed through Pickles as used EV demand continues to grow.

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Toyota’s chairman says he feels ‘very alone’ in the shift to EVs

Akio Toyoda says industry’s rush towards EVs remains a concern as Toyota continues backing a mix of powertrain technologies.

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Kia EV6 Air review: Large electric SUV’s makeover brings longer range and better tech

Kia’s large electric crossover, the EV6, is impressive in its most affordable guise – the Air RWD – with an appealing combination of driving range and value.

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Modern Classic: Range Rover Vogue, the farmer’s car that became a luxury icon

The idea of a luxury SUV was completely alien when Land Rover launched the original Range Rover in 1970 but a single photo shoot in a magazine changed the course of automotive history.

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British genius discovers yet another reason to own a classic Honda NSX

The Honda NSX already has supercar credentials in spades, but enthusiasts have discovered it also accommodates Honda’s quirky fold-up Motocompo scooter perfectly.

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Cars that defined Australian suburbia in the 1990s

Tarago, Laser, Commodore? In the 1990s you couldn’t turn around without seeing one, but these days they’re becoming a lot harder to spot on Australian roads.

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Lotus targets Ferrari and Lamborghini with 745kW-plus hybrid supercar

Next-generation Esprit successor tipped to feature V8 hybrid power, all-wheel drive and advanced active chassis technology.

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Most fuel efficient petrol/diesel powered cars on the market: top 10

Searching for a new car but don’t want a hybrid or EV? We’ve got you covered with the 10 most fuel efficient non-electrified cars available.

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From the Wheels Archive: The Sierra RS Cosworth was the thoroughbred in a paddock full of ponies

In 1986, Wheels drove Ford’s newest world-beater and came away impressed with its blend of flexibility and performance.

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Forgotten Aussie flagships – top 10 range-toppers from our motoring heyday

Whether they were overlooked in their heyday or have simply faded from memory over time, here are 10 range-topping cars that you probably haven’t thought about in a while.

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You have to see this wild one-off Porsche 911 GT3 to believe it

A special edition 911 GT3 like no other has been revealed to celebrate the 15th anniversary of the brand in Moldova.

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Double demerits return for King’s Birthday long weekend crackdown

Police ramp up enforcement as motorists face tougher penalties in NSW and ACT over long weekend.

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Hyundai cuts Kona Electric and IONIQ 5 pricing by $8000

Hyundai has cut pricing of the Kona Electric and IONIQ 5 electric SUVs by $8000 as a lure for potential buyers.

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Audi Nuvolari: Shock 736kW R8 successor revealed

We thought that Audi had stopped making supercars when the R8 died, but it’s back with the Nuvolari, which uses a hybrid V8 making 736kW of power.

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Ford Mustang sedan just took a huge step towards production

Rumours of a four-door Ford Mustang heated up as a company exec hinted at a future for a more family-friendly version of Ford’s pony car.

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Lotus CEO lashes out at overweight sports cars but misses the elephant in the room

The head of Lotus has described sports cars over 1.8 tonnes as ‘mediocre’, seemingly taking a swipe at the brand’s own range.

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Lexus RZ review: Big changes bring big rewards

Lexus’ flagship electric SUV undergoes a major transformation, addressing most of the shortcomings of its predecessor.

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Car theft rates rise in one Aussie state… as the rest of the country improves

The state has become an outlier among Australia’s crime statistics, posting higher vehicle theft rates as other states improve.

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Urgent advice for drivers to check their car batteries as winter arrives

The arrival of winter often means we drive less, which can have an adverse effect on our car batteries. Australia’s oldest battery manufacturer, Century Batteries, has issued timely advice on what to do to ensure good battery health.

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GAC Hyptec HT electric SUV spied in Melbourne

The heavily-camouflaged photo appears to show the gullwing-doored GAC Hyptec HT in Melbourne.

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Aussie state moves to ease licence penalties for medicinal cannabis patients

Proposed reforms would allow eligible drivers using prescribed cannabis to avoid automatic licence loss, while retaining penalties for impaired driving.

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Sign of the times? Nissan factory set to build Chery’s cars

The door is open for Chery to utilise production capacity at Nissan’s Sunderland factory in the UK as the two brands begin talks.