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Looking for a new car on a budget? Here are the 10 cheapest options on the market
A move to a cheaper and likely more fuel efficient new car is being considered by many. But which are the 10 cheapest cars on the market?

Could this cute and funky electric hatchback be the answer to our current fuel woes?
While there has been no official confirmation as to when it will arrive here, the Firefly electric hatchback has been approved for sale in Australia.

Cars that will significantly reduce your fuel bill NOW
Our rundown of the best new car options to reduce fuel use significantly as Aussies endure record high petrol prices.

Keen to save fuel? Here are the 10 cheapest hybrid models in Australia
While they still use fuel in some capacity, hybrid cars can also drastically reduce your overall consumption in energy-challenged times. So which are the 10 cheapest hybrids in Australia?

Can Australia’s EV charging network possibly hope to replace the humble petrol station?
With sales of EVs expected to surge thanks to the conflict in the Middle East, is Australia’s charging infrastructure ready to meet increased demand?

Three dual-cabs compared: BYD Shark v Toyota HiLux v Kia Tasman
Fuel-use is in the news even more than capability when it comes to the dual-cab brigade. Here, we compare the figures for three very different ways of tackling the segment.

Meanwhile… in China, BYD is rolling out super fast EV charging stations
The rise of EV infrastructure in China has reached another level, with BYD testing new 1500kW chargers that can fully recharge its cars in just nine minutes.

It’s been almost 50 years since Australia last rationed fuel… are we about to go there again?
Australia last rationed petrol in 1979 but the federal government has reassured the public rationing is off the table… for now.

Which plug-in hybrids offer the longest electric driving range?
A plug-in hybrid can offer the best of both worlds for some, so which ones offer the longest electric driving range? The answer may surprise you.

Hybrid vehicles can reduce fuel use during record high prices – so which are the best options?
The latest conflict in the Middle East has seen fuel prices spike and the possibility of further rises to come, so what are the best hybrid vehicles to lessen your spend on filling your car?

New car calendar 2026: All the new cars coming to Australia
Here’s the WhichCar by Wheels guide to all the new cars that will launch in Australia in 2026. Check back in regularly for updates…

Petrol prices could yet go higher… so which EV should you look at?
Fuel could still go higher in price as a result of the conflict in the Middle East. For many potential car buyers it looks a good time to ditch fossil fuel-powered vehicles altogether and buy an EV, so which should you be looking at?

Chinese manufacturer BYD reportedly considering major motorsport push
BYD – already the largest seller of electric vehicles around the world – has said that nothing is off the table when considering a push into global motorsport.

It’s official – China now the number one source of new cars in Australia
China has overtaken Japan as the number one source of new cars in Australia, ending a dominance dating back to last century.

VFACTS February 2026: China becomes Australia’s biggest vehicle source for first time in a single month
February sales data shows Chinese-built vehicles overtake Japan as overall market declines.

BYD reveals Seal 07 EV with 705km range ahead of international debut
New large electric sedan rides on upgraded e-Platform 3.0 Evo, adds lidar and next-generation driver assistance technology.

Which are the most practical small SUVs under $40,000?
Small but perfectly formed – it’s a phrase that applies to these 10 small SUV models which, despite their size, are also beautifully practical.

BYD’s local boss says battery tech key to Aussies buying more EVs
The company’s local boss, Stephen Collins, says BYD will continue to pile resources into refining its already impressive battery technology to attract otherwise sceptical buyers.

BYD: Speed to showrooms the difference in Australia’s crowded new car market
BYD Australia boss, Stephen Collins, has worked in the Australian new car industry for a long time, and even he has never seen the speed and manufacturing power that Chinese giant BYD can access.

BYD Australia boss says plug-in hybrids will remain a vital part of its line-up
Despite BYD’s undoubted success in the electric vehicle market in Australia, it’s Australian boss says plug-in hybrid technology will remain a key part of its product drive as it looks to climb even further up the sales charts.

BYD Atto 3: Powerful Evo facelift approved for Australia
Now approved for Australia, the BYD Atto 3 has been given a significant upgrade with more range, more power, more features and more practicality.

BYD’s Aussie boss on its battle with Tesla: ‘It’s about value as much as range and battery smarts’
BYD continues on its strong growth trajectory in Australia and while battery technology and efficiency might seem on face value to be the key, the local boss thinks there’s another factor at play.

Wheels crowns its first-ever Ute of the Year in new February 2026 issue
Nine of Australia’s best-selling dual-cab utes face Car of the Year-style testing as Wheels launches a landmark new award.

2025-26 Wheels Ute of the Year Winner: BYD Shark 6
In a first for Wheels, dual cabs get their own segment and new yearly award – with a razor sharp focus. And it’s one of the newer brands taking out our first-ever Ute of the Year award, the BYD Shark 6.
