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Less is more: McLaren F1 design legend takes aim at automotive excess
McLaren F1 designer Peter Stevens weighs in on controversial new car designs, questioning excess and defending creative restraint.
One of just six HSV GTSR W1 Maloos ever built is up for sale – and it’s practically brand new
One of Australia’s rarest performance utes has hit the market, with the final HSV GTSR W1 Maloo boasting delivery kilometres and an extraordinary history.
Tesla Cybertruck facing the axe as Musk confirms 2027 production wind-down
Tesla’s controversial electric pick-up faces an uncertain future as disappointing sales prompt a shift towards autonomous Cybercab production.
BYD’s Yangwang U9X smashes 500km/h barrier in record-breaking run
Chinese electric hypercar reaches 503km/h in Abu Dhabi, setting a new single-direction speed benchmark for production cars.
Ferrari’s all-electric Luce was hammered when it was launched. Now the haters have been proven wrong…
Ferrari’s controversial Luce has defied its critics, with the Italian brand confirming its entire 2027 production allocation is already sold out.
Honda teases new Avancier SUV for Australia
Honda’s next-generation SUV is expected to offer seven seats and hybrid power, potentially challenging the Toyota Kluger and Hyundai Santa Fe.
Inside how Mitsubishi used local know-how to give the new Pajero the full Australian treatment before its arrival this year
The new Mitsubishi Pajero arrives next month with 20 locally developed accessories, including Australian-made protection bars and towing kit.
How Mercedes-AMG uses tech to fool you into thinking the all-electric GT 4-Door Coupe has a V8 under the bonnet
The new Mercedes-AMG hi-po model doesn’t just sound like a bent eight, it drives like one too.
Two tradies helped bust an alleged drunk driver in a wild chase. Now they’ve been blasted by police – and could face charges
The mates gave chase when they saw the accused drunk driver allegedly collide with other vehicles on the Gold Coast.
GWM expands SUV line-up and confirms Wey arrival… as diesel sales surge
New Haval and Ora SUVs are coming, while GWM’s diesel gamble pays off and luxury brand Wey prepares to launch.
Williams and Oscar Piastri pay heartfelt tributes to late F1 legend Alan Jones: ‘He set the standard’
Alan Jones won the 1980 F1 driver’s title in a Williams. Now the team – and the current boss of the sport – have lauded the Aussie icon.
The biggest surprise from Australia’s latest new-car sales figures? It’s the head-turning comeback of diesel vehicles
Diesel has reclaimed its position as Australia’s most popular new vehicle fuel type, despite the growing sales of electrified models.
New Australian safety law is now in effect for all EVs and hybrids – and you’ll hear it coming
The new safety law came into effect on November 1, designed to protect pedestrians from being hit by near-silent new cars.
Volvo boss says new battery-electric car is coming next year – and it could be the replacement for the EX40
Volvo has confirmed plans to introduce a more affordable electric vehicle in 2027, with reports suggesting it could replace the ageing EX40 SUV.
The Kia EV7 will be a new midsize all-electric SUV – and we’ve rendered what it could look like
A leaked internal document has revealed plans for a Kia EV7 electric SUV, and we’ve rendered what it could possibly look like when it gets revealed.
Dire warning that Australia’s car dealerships are at ‘crisis point’ amid call for ban on new brands entering the country
New-car dealerships down under are in urgent need of protective measures as they face disaster, according to the Australian Automotive Dealer Association.
Aussie motorsport loses an icon: F1 legend Alan Jones dies aged 80 after a short battle with illness
Alan Jones, who won the 1980 F1 world championship, passed away just three days after his birthday.
VFACTS October 2026: Toyota HiLux beats the Ford Ranger to title of Australia’s favourite car as petrol sales take a hammering
The VFACTS October new-car sales figures are great news for Toyota, which also tops the list of best-selling brands, with MG also climbing up the ladder.
Honda NSX owned and loved by Ayrton Senna breaks record as it sells at auction
Ayrton Senna helped make the NSX an automotive icon and now his personal car has gone under the hammer.
Hongqi makes Chinese president Xi Jinping’s limo and it’s coming down under. Here’s what its immense luxury SUV will bring…
China’s oldest car brand Hongqi is preparing to launch in Australia, with local specifications for its first product revealed ahead of its arrival in 2027.
V8-powered BMW Alpina limousine breaks cover during testing. Here’s what we know about the first new model from the reborn brand…
The first roadgoing model from the next generation of Alpina cars will sit near the pinnacle of BMW’s car range.
Specs for BYD’s Denza N9 large SUV revealed: BEV heavyweight comes with massive power… and bulk
All 3180kg of the BYD Denza N9 could be headed down under.
Hyundai Kona and Tucson gain new BLK Editions with extra equipment and tough but classy styling
Hyundai has introduced new BLK Edition versions of its popular Kona and Tucson hybrid SUVs, bringing blacked-out styling and additional features.
Only 16 BMW Nürburgring anniversary specials are coming to Australia – here’s what they’ll cost
Just 16 examples of BMW’s special Nürburgring anniversary models are coming to Australia, with the first deliveries due in 2027.
