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

News

2024 Porsche Taycan revealed, Australian pricing confirmed

Porsche’s all-electric Taycan receives more power, faster charging, increased driving range, a revised look, and price rises

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VFACTS January 2024: Record-breaking start, but turbulent times predicted

Ford Ranger remains on top in a record-breaking January as new-car sales kick off for 2024, but tougher times are predicted in future months with demand expected to weaken

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Plug pulled: GWM Tank 300 feature removed

International power socket pulled from GWM Tank 300 off-roader, likely due to unique Australian standards

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Wheels catch-up: Mazda CX-70 revealed, Polestar 4 vs Model Y, Tundra price leak

Here are the stories that made headlines this week

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Recall roundup: Volkswagen, Mazda, Volvo, Kia, Tesla, Audi, Ford, Jaguar

New recalls issued for the Volkswagen Arteon, Golf & Passat, Mazda CX-60 & CX-90, Volvo XC40, Kia Carnival, Tesla Model 3, Audi E-Tron GT, Ford F-150, and Jaguar I-Pace

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Mazda CX-60 & CX-90: No immediate fix for suspension, transmission concerns

Future product updates are likely to resolve firm ride quality and low-speed transmission concerns for the Mazda CX-60 and CX-90 SUVs

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Mazda admits “some overlap” in selling four premium SUVs

Mazda Australia will soon have four premium SUVs – the CX-60, 70, 80 and 90 – in local showrooms and admits there will be “some overlap”

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2024 Tesla Model 3 deliveries resume in Australia, recall issued for child-seat compliance issue

Deliveries of the latest Tesla Model 3 electric sedan have resumed and a recall has been issued to enable access to the rear-centre top-tether point required under the Australian Design Rules

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2024 Mazda CX-70 five-seat SUV revealed, confirmed for Australia

No, it’s not a CX-60 or a CX-90. This is the new Mazda CX-70 expected in Australia at the end of this year

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2024 Audi Q7 & SQ7 update revealed, Australian timing confirmed

Late-stage second update for Audi Q7 introduces a revised look, new lighting technology, and a more advanced infotainment system

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2024.5 Ford Transit Custom pricing and features: Prices up; double cab variant due in Q3

Ford’s second-generation Transit Custom offers new tech, more safety, a lowered ride height, and an uprated 2.5-tonne braked towing capacity

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2025 Volkswagen Golf Mark 8.5 facelift revealed, Australian timing confirmed

The updated Volkswagen Golf small car, due in Australia in early 2025, features a revised look, new infotainment, physical steering wheel controls, and more power for the GTI hot hatch

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2024 Toyota Yaris and Yaris Cross updates revealed, in line for Australia

The Toyota Yaris hatch and Yaris Cross light SUV have received a minor update in Japan with light design changes, new infotainment, and improved safety tech

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Mazda 6 to continue in Australia, axed in Japan

The Mazda 6 will be discontinued in Japan in April, but production is set to continue for export markets including Australia

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Genesis X concept trilogy complete, convertible now an award winner

Genesis has rolled out the third model in its X concept family – but will any of them go into production?

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Wheels catch-up: Best electric sedan, Volvo & GWM models coming, Kona EV driven

Here are the stories that made headlines this week

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Recall roundup: Tesla, Volkswagen, Ford, Mercedes-Benz

New recalls issued for the Tesla Model 3 and Model Y, Volkswagen Caddy, Ford F-150 and Transit Custom, and Mercedes-Benz midsize vans

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This is the new 2024 Volkswagen Golf!

Images of the facelifted Volkswagen Golf small car have leaked online, confirming revised styling and more technology

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Victoria refunds $7 million to EV owners following 'unconstitutional' tax – UPDATE

Electric vehicle owners in Victoria will be refunded with interest after state-based zero-emission vehicle taxes were declared “invalid”

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2024 Hyundai Kona Electric pricing and features: Cheaper entry for new EV

Hyundai Australia delivers a sharper entry price for larger, second-generation Kona Electric, available in two grades with standard or extended-range options

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2024 Hyundai Kona Electric N Line revealed, confirmed for Australia

No performance enhancements for sportier-looking Kona Electric N Line due in Australia later in 2024

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2024 Tesla Model 3 deliveries paused due to child-seat compliance issue

Deliveries of the facelifted Tesla Model 3 EV have been paused – and a recall is likely – after the brand removed a flap to access the rear-centre top-tether point required under the Australian Design Rules

Reviews

2024 Mitsubishi Outlander review: Full range detailed

The Mitsubishi Outlander is a popular midsize SUV in Australia. Learn more about the Outlander range including price, interior, boot space, safety assists and performance.

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2024 MG 4 electric hatch pricing and features: Full line-up detailed

What you need to know about the new MG 4 electric hatchback