Jordan Hickey

Journalist

Born and raised in rural Victoria, Jordan Hickey was surrounded by a car-loving family before he could even talk. His parents’ automotive workshop fuelled his strong passion for all things four wheels.

Surrounded by classic Ford and Holdens, brand-new vehicles and everything in between, young Jordan spent his free time flicking through the pages of Wheels Magazine and even conceptualising his own automotive marque.

These days, Jordan spends his time contributing across the Wheels, 4x4 Australia and WhichCar brands on the news desk, with a keen eye on the latest happenings in the automotive industry.

Twitter: @JordanHickey03

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2023 Toyota C-HR sold out, order holders pointed to all-new model

Toyota has halted orders of its current C-HR small SUV, with the next-gen version more than six months away from local showrooms

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2024 Toyota C-HR revealed: Hybrid-only small SUV here next year

Euro-built second-gen C-HR small SUV here next year with two hybrids – including an all-wheel-drive GR Sport flagship

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2024 Hyundai Kona pricing and features: Petrol, hybrid, N Line

Hyundai has locked in pricing and features for the second-gen Kona, including the hybrid!

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2023 BYD Dolphin pricing and features: Full details

The BYD Dolphin is Australia’s cheapest electric vehicle, with pricing and equipment on par with similarly priced petrol hatchbacks

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Australia’s cheapest electric car: 2023 BYD Dolphin pricing announced

China’s electric vehicle price war has moved to the $30,000 field, with the BYD Dolphin stealing the MG 4’s thunder – but only by $100

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2024 Renault Rafale coupe SUV revealed, not ruled out for Australia

Renault’s new flagship – the hybrid-only Peugeot 408-rivalling Rafale coupe SUV – will be considered for Australia

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Hyundai confirms electric ute, diesel Kia Tasman twin unlikely

Hyundai plans to sell two million EVs annually by 2030, with an electric ute confirmed in its latest roadmap

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Subaru WRX, BRZ manuals to receive AEB; Toyota GR86 likely to follow

Potentially life-saving autonomous emergency braking tech – mandated in Australia from 2025 – will be added to manual Subaru BRZ and WRX sports cars

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2024 Skoda Kodiaq imagined & teased alongside new Superb

The next-generation Skoda Kodiaq and Superb will debut later this year, with a local launch expected in 2024

2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit Reserve SUV
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Recalls: Jeep Grand Cherokee, Genesis GV60, Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

New recall notices have been issued for the Jeep Grand Cherokee, Genesis GV60 and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

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Recall: 2022-23 Kia Sportage, Seltos & Niro affected by seat belt warning fault

More than 7000 Kia vehicles have been called back due to a software issue that could cause the seat belt warning not to illuminate

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Nissan Qashqai E-Power: Corolla Cross hybrid rival here later this year

Nissan’s hybrid small SUV remains on track for 2023 to battle the supply-restricted Toyota Corolla Cross

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Nissan Ariya electric SUV still no closer to Australia, could arrive next year

The all-electric Nissan Ariya will arrive in Australia no earlier than 2024, with global demand and no local regulation still to blame

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Nissan Australia aiming to “be even bigger,” remain a top-10 brand

Nissan has struggled to recover lost ground in recent years – but it hopes new products and relaxed supply will see it re-enter the top 10 in Australia

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2024 Toyota C-HR: New hybrid-only model teased ahead of June 26 reveal

Toyota has confirmed the second-generation C-HR small SUV will debut later this month

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BYD Dolphin EV on sale in Australia from June 22, pricing due this week

Confirmed: It'll be called the BYD Dolphin rather than the 'Atto 2', and get this – they're launching it at Seaworld. Love it. ?

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Porsche Mission X hyper EV concept revealed, production could happen!

The Porsche Mission X concept is a spiritual all-electric successor to the 918 Spyder that could spawn a Nürburgring record-beating production version

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2024 Lexus GX revealed: All-new Prado-based 4x4 likely for Australia

The first all-new Lexus GX since 2009 has debuted, providing our first official glimpse at the long-anticipated 2024 Toyota Prado

Advice

Apple Vision Pro: Is it legal to drive when wearing VR or AR glasses?

Apple’s new Vision Pro headset might have you wondering if it is legal to use augmented reality devices when driving in Australia

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2024 Audi A6 and A7 update revealed, here later this year

Audi has refreshed its executive-class sedan and wagon range, adding more standard features and colour styles

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2023 Mazda CX-3 pricing and features: Prices up for updated light SUV

Mazda’s popular CX-3 light SUV has received an update for 2023, with new variants and tech – but no manual or AWD options

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Recall: More than 25,000 Mitsubishi Outlanders affected by rear-view camera issue

The 2021-2023 Mitsubishi Outlander has been called back due to a software issue that could cause the rear-view camera to be disrupted when reversing

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Melbourne's Lunar Drive-In Cinema closing July 9

That's it. The curtains would close, if drive-in screens had any...

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Recalls: Toyota Corolla Cross, Kia Carnival, AMG CLA 45, Peugeot & Citroen models

New recall notices have been issued for the Toyota Corolla Cross, Kia Carnival, Mercedes-AMG CLA 45, and some Peugeot and Citroen vehicles