Mike Stevens

Contributor

Mike Stevens has been writing, ranting and raving about cars since the early 2000s, and professionally since 2007 – after throwing in the towel on a decade of graphic design. (The client is not always right!)

An early prototype of the ‘always online’ motoring journo, Stevo has had stints in the reporter, road tester, news editor and deputy editor seats.

Instagram: @yomikestevens

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2023 Subaru Forester, WRX & Outback: 50 Years Edition announced

Subaru Australia has introduced a host of special edition vehicles to commemorate 50 years since it commenced local operations

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BYD Seal / Atto 4 electric sedan spied in Sydney ahead of coming launch

The mid-size electric sedan has just gone on sale in its domestic market, ahead of an expected Australian launch in early 2023

Volvo EX90 and Polestar 3 side-by-side size comparison (based off wheel track)
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Polestar 3 & Volvo EX90 delayed, Polestar 4 still on course; Q1 sales results announced

As modern cars become increasingly dependent on software, Volvo and Polestar have confirmed their related big new SUVs need a little more time. No techbro 'move fast and break things' here...

GWM Tank 300 pickup ute rendering
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GWM Tank 300 ute imagined: This or a Gladiator?

What if GWM's Wrangler-rivaling Tank 300 could be had in Gladiator-grappling ute form?

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Alpine A290 Beta electric hot hatch concept officially unveiled

After leaks and teasers, Alpine has fully unveiled its long-awaited electric hot hatch concept

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Video: Gran Turismo film gets a full trailer ahead of August release

The rumoured and anticipated Gran Turismo movie is confirmed for an August 2023 release

Advice

Is it cheaper to own an electric car? Do EVs save you money?

Can it really be more affordable to own and run an EV, when they're still so expensive to buy? The answer can be tricky, but our guides will help you decide.

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2024 Hyundai Santa Fe spied and imagined with boxy new look

Hyundai's next-gen Santa Fe will continue the theme of shaking up the brand's styling language, introducing a boxy new American look

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2024 Volvo XC40 & C40 Recharge EVs pricing: More range, faster charging, RWD

The Sino-Swedish luxury small electric SUVs have received hardware and software improvements for model-year 2024

Advice

EV Guide: Your Electric Car questions answered

EVs are still such a new concept that there's simply no such thing as a silly question.

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Hyundai IONIQ 5, IONIQ 6: Australian supply now 'ongoing'

Following our interview with the brand's local boss in March, Hyundai has now confirmed an easing on its restricted EV supply

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2023 Shanghai motor show: The 5 most important reveals

Shanghai has quickly become one of the most important venues for brands to reveal their new cars, and the 2023 show has proved its biggest yet

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2024 Lexus LM people-mover revealed, confirmed for Australia

Lexus's second-generation rival to the Mercedes-Benz V-Class has been locked in for Australia – is the related Toyota Alphard next?

Speculative Tesla Model 2 rendering | Wheels Media
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Tesla Model 2 imagined with Roadster, New Model 3 styling

With the facelifted 2024 Model 3 now out in the open, this could be the closest look yet the anticipated Model 2

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Volkswagen ID.7 EV leaked ahead of tonight's debut

The German carmaker has teased the ID.7 EV, which starts to address common interior tech pet-peeves

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Around the traps: MG Cyberster leaked, Polestar goes to the movies & more

Welcome to Stevo's weekly megathread of things found around the web, buried in the 'in' tray, and across social media

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Around the traps: Tesla's big wiper energy, Lancia's electric Stratos & more!

Welcome to Stevo's weekly megathread of things found around the web, buried in the 'in' tray, and across social media

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2024 Tesla Model 3 facelift leaked

The mysterious project ‘Highland’ Model 3 update will gain a host of minor tweaks to keep it fresh and cost-competitive – and now a new photo might offer our first look at its styling

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2023 BMW XM pricing and features: Label Red details announced

BMW M Division's flagship XM finally breaks cover in production-ready guise

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Polestar 4 previewed, Shanghai motor show debut confirmed

The Polestar 4 electric coupe-styled SUV will make its global debut at the Shanghai motor show on April 18

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RTR Ford Mustang showcased at Formula Drift Long Beach

Ford's incoming new Mustang put in a strong showing at the Long Beach round of the 2023 Formula Drift series, with RTR Motorsports drivers qualifying strong

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2023 Mini Cooper EV revealed without disguise during filming

Fully-electric future of the iconic model is right around the corner, as these new photos show

Comparisons

Hybrid SUVs compared: 2023 Nissan X-Trail E-Power vs Toyota RAV4 hybrid

Toyota’s dominant RAV4 is comprehensively pipped by Nissan’s clever new hybrid X-Trail E-Power – and not just because you can get one sooner

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2024 Porsche Cayenne exterior styling leaked, interior unveiled

Porsche has uncovered the interior of the facelifted Cayenne ahead of its reveal next month – and images of its exterior styling have also surfaced online