
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.

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.

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.

Battle of the budget busters: Three affordable compact SUVs gets the Wheels comparo treatment
Three sharply priced small SUVs from BYD, Mahindra and Suzuki compete for buyers on a tight budget, but as equipment, efficiency and expectations shift, only one contender ultimately delivers true modern-day value.

Toyota is the world's leading carmaker... again
Toyota has again been crowned the world's biggest carmaker, ending 2025 on top of the new car sales race for the sixth year in a row.

Which are the best small hatchbacks for under $40k driveaway?
Buyers looking for an affordable new car that isn't an SUV might just want to consider a hatchback. Here are four of the best...

Tesla quietly kills some standard safety features in North America; Australia unaffected
Tesla to charge monthly subscription for safety and driver assist features previously regarded as standard.

Bertone reimagines Gandini’s audacious 1969 concept and it’s headed for production
A modern reimagining of Marcello Gandini's audacious 1969 Autobianchi concept is headed for limited production with an eye-watering price tag.

Wheels salutes the 10 greatest station wagons
Before the onset of the SUV-pandemic, when it came to family haulers there was only one choice - the station wagon. Wheels pays tribute to 10 of the best…

Kia quietly axes V6 Sorento and Carnival models
Kia Australia says NVES is partially responsible for decision to axe its highest-emitting V6 engine from the Sorento and Carnival ranges

VFACTS 2025: The biggest winners (and losers) of the new car sales race
With new car sales data for 2025 just released, it's time to look at the brands who did well (and those who didn't)... and there are some surprising results.

VFACTS 2025: How the newest car brands in Australia fared in their first year
With a dozen new brands clamouring for Australian new car buyers, we take a look at those which have – and haven't – cut through the noise.

Federal Government to name and shame car makers failing to meet CO2 targets
The federal government is set to reveal 'interim emissions' results under the new stringent NVES targets.

Ultra-rare $1.2 million Holden ute smashes sales records
The $1.2 million paid post-auction is the most ever paid for a road-going Holden.

Five-star ANCAP scores for HiLux, Palisade and two Chinese newcomers; Mitsubishi ASX, four stars
Latest round of ANCAP testing sees five star safety scores for HiLux, Palisade, Denza B5 and Aion V while Mitsubishi ASX comes up short.

Stunning Genesis wagon concept could become a production reality
The stunning Genesis G90 Wingback concept has been designed, according to the brand's chief, with one eye on the production line.

Aussie start-up releases first details of Porsche 911-based sportscar
Melbourne-based Zeigler/Bailey is aiming to sell 10 of its $1.6million Porsche 911-based sportscars annually.

Kia teases new Seltos and it looks very familiar
With bold new styling that mirrors the Korean brand's range of EVs, Kia has teased images of the all-new second-gen Seltos small SUV
