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Stellantis writes down billions at it resets on EV strategy for Jeep, Chrysler, RAM

Jeep, Ram and Chrysler owner joins growing list of automakers rethinking electric ambitions amid slowing uptake.

Reviews

Chery Tiggo 4 review: Sales champion offers more than just an enticing price

Chery’s baby SUV is already the best-selling small SUV in 2026 because it offers excellent value. What else is part of the package?

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Mercedes-AMG confirms three-model electric future focused on performance SUVs

AMG confirms dedicated electric sedan, SUV and SUV-coupé on new high-output AMG.EA platform.

Classic Wheels

From the Wheels archive: The 250km/h test – Holden Group A v BMW M5 – One of them is the world’s best sedan!

In September 1990, Wheels put the new Holden Commodore Group A SS up against the BMW M5 to find out which one was ‘the best sedan in the world’.

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Next BYD Shark 6 gets bigger engine, more power and uprated towing capacity

A bigger 2.0 litre turbo petrol and increased towing capacity of 3500kg are the headline acts in Australian Government vehicle approval documents.

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The Grand Tour set to return… but without Clarkson, Hammond and May

Amazon’s Prime Video has confirmed that The Grand Tour will return but with new hosts.

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Confirmed: AMG to axe four-cylinder hybrid from C 63 in favour of new turbo-six

AMG has confirmed the rumours from the last 12 or so months: the four-cylinder hybrid in the C 63 will be dropped for a new six-cylinder engine.

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ANCAP announces latest crash test results for Kia, Mercedes-Benz, Toyota, Subaru, MG and Geely

A rash of brands have scored well in the latest round of ANCAP crash tests with five-star results for Geely, Leapmotor and Zeekr.

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MG ZS Vibe returns to showrooms as Australia’s cheapest SUV

Australia has a new cheapest small SUV in the form of the MG ZS Vibe, which has returned to showrooms for the 2026 model year.

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How BYD plans to further conquer the Aussie car market: ‘We’re faster than any other brand’

Having overtaken Tesla in the Australian new car market when it comes to EV sales, BYD Australia has its eye firmly on further growth, and not just with pure electric vehicles.

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Geely EX5 to finally offer Android Auto through latest over-the-air update

Android smartphone mirroring tech will be available in the Geely EX5 thanks to a new over-the-air software update.

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Nissan Navara pricing revealed: Australian-tuned ute to launch in March

The next-generation Nissan Navara will launch locally in March with a dual cab-only line-up, Australian-tuned suspension and more capability than before.

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VFACTS January 2026: China now the second-biggest exporter of cars to Australia, behind only Japan

The continued growth of cars manufactured in China shows no signs of abating.

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Next-generation BMW 3 Series nears reveal as electric i3 takes shape

Production-ready prototypes signal a major shift as BMW prepares its most advanced mid-size sedan yet.

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VFACTS January 2026: Electrified vehicles continue to surge as petrol, diesel sales decline

Sales of petrol- and diesel-powered vehicles continue their sales decline as more and more Australians embrace electrified options.

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Jeep updates Wrangler and Gladiator for 2026; adds 85th anniversary edition

Off-road staples gain practical upgrades and heritage touches as Jeep refreshes its local line-up.

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This De Tomaso 662kW V12 revs to 12,300rpm and looks like something out of a sci-fi horror film

De Tomaso has released the first images of its bonkers V12 that will power its track-day only P900 hypercar.

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VFACTS January 2026: Australian new car sales hold steady to start the year

Hybrids and plug-in vehicles gain ground as petrol sales continue to slide.

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Block billionaire Adrian Portelli makes first move into fuel retail with Melbourne servo

Adrian Portelli’s long-teased petrol ambitions take shape in suburban Preston with an LMCT+ service station.

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Federal Government partners with Hyundai and Kia to offer discounted loans on electric vehicles

The federal government’s Clean Energy Finance Corporation is committing up to $60 million to help reduce the cost of Hyundai and Kia EVs.

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Drivers urged to challenge AI camera fines as accuracy concerns grow

Lawyers warn automated systems may be misidentifying everyday objects as mobile phones.

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Oh oh, Tesla: China’s move to ban flush door handles over safety concerns

New regulations will require mechanical door releases after incidents raised fears occupants could be trapped following crashes.

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New speed camera roll-out defended amid ‘revenue raising’ accusations

Government says new enforcement sites target high-risk areas, not revenue.

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Tesla reveals tweaks to names for popular models  

Tesla has rolled out a revised model naming structure in Australia to align with other markets. Could it mean the Standard models are coming?