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Nissan takes the covers off specs for the next-generation 2028 X-Trail
The Nissan X-Trail has a North American twin in the Rogue, which has just been unveiled ahead of its appearance in showrooms later this year.
New facelifted Geely EX5 is officially revealed in China: Here’s what’s new
The upcoming medium SUV from Geely has been seen in its home country.
How you can save up to $7000 on a range of Chery models – but you’ll have to be quick
Chery is offering factory bonuses from $1500 to $7000 for a limited time only.
Ex-Kia Australia boss: Traditional brands have just ‘three years’ to work out survival plans in battle with Chinese upstarts
Kia Australia’s former boss Damian Meredith predicts Chinese brands will force established carmakers to consider how they survive here in as little as three years.
Nissan boss confirms next-generation Skyline will launch before year’s end and says it’s crucial to the brand’s transformation
Nissan’s president says the upcoming Skyline will lead the brand’s “renaissance”.
Holden history unearthed from Australia’s National Archives in free exhibition
Free National Archives exhibition traces Holden from its saddlery beginnings to Australia’s own car, showcasing rare artefacts, documents and memorabilia from the company’s history.
Two Aussie states make huge changes to their drug driving laws
Queensland and NSW have both just overhauled how they deal with motorists who are caught with a certain type of drug in their system.
Mechanic who was meant to fix a cop car takes it drag racing instead – and gets busted
The mechanic was test-driving the police cruiser when he got overexcited at a set of lights and paid the price.
Hyundai to build thousands of Robotaxis as new way of selling EVs
The CEO of Hyundai has called autonomous taxis the “number one” way of profiting from its EVs.
Ford says new hybrid Bronco SUV will have up to 900km of range as it’s pictured in Australia for the first time
The Ford Bronco Basecamp is due down under in the second half of 2027 with a raft of features that will delight off-roaders.
Honda fast-tracks launch of its next-generation CR-V SUV, report says
The move from Honda comes as the company continues to pivot towards hybrids rather than BEVs.
Tesla drops startling stats on how its self-driving cars have performed in Australia
Tesla is on a winner with its FSD tech if data gathered over 160 million kilometres of driving on Aussie roads is any guide.
Wheels October 2026 issue now on sale
Electric performance meets hot-hatch royalty as the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N battles Honda’s Civic Type R, alongside the Nichols N1A, Australia’s best large SUVs and six new First Drives.
What the frunk? One of the biggest surprises about the MG U9 ute is under the hood – and it’s got nothing to do with its motor
The latest addition to the MG Aussie line-up has debuted in the flesh in Sydney with a head-turning feature.
Man claims he fixed one-off Bugatti Veyron that refused to run or find a gear by using parts worth just $74
YouTuber Mat Armstrong trusted his gut and knowledge when he bought the Bugatti Veyron and it paid off handsomely.
MG reveals electric ute and huge luxury SUV at Everything Electric Sydney
A new electric ute and a flagship luxury SUV from its luxury IM brand comprised the major debuts from MG at the 2026 Everything Electric Sydney show.
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Toyota locks in hydrogen HiLux for 2028 with 400km range and 2.5-tonne towing
Hydrogen-powered HiLux promises longer range, greater towing capacity and faster refuelling than Toyota’s electric ute, but infrastructure remains its biggest hurdle.
Smart #5 medium SUV lands in Australia with 590km range
Smart’s biggest model yet brings 800-volt charging, up to 590km of claimed range and a 3.8-second Brabus flagship to Australia.
Chery debuts seven new models for Australia at Everything Electric Sydney
Chery debuted no less than seven new models for the Australian market at the Everything Electric Sydney show, including the Stockman ute and iCaur V25.
GAC S7 plug-in hybrid SUV under consideration for Australia
GAC is assessing its S7 for a 2027 Australian launch, bringing all-wheel drive, 150km electric range and three-motor petrol-electric propulsion.
BYD’s Sealion 7 can now earn you money while it’s parked – and you get a price cut of up to $3800 on the SUV, too
BYD expands its Amber partnership with Sealion 7, allowing owners to power homes or sell electricity back to grid.
GWM says new 3.0-litre diesel won’t impact NVES targets
GWM’s local boss is confident sales of the brand’s EVs and plug-in hybrids will offset any NVES impacts of its new 3.0-litre diesel Tank 500 and Cannon Alpha
GWM: ‘We need to be top-five in the ute segment’
GWM’s local boss says new 3.0-litre turbo-diesel will help the brand scale new heights in the lucrative dual-cab segment
GWM Cannon Hi4-T brings 115km EV range and 3500kg towing as it becomes Australia’s cheapest PHEV ute
Australia’s cheapest PHEV ute combines 310kW and 750Nm with serious towing ability, mechanical four-wheel drive and aggressive launch pricing.
