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World Car of the Year new shortlist
In a clean sweep for German manufacturers, the top three contenders for the overall 2012 World Car of the Year title are the BMW 3 Series, the Porsche 911 and the Volkswagen Up!
2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage Coupe
Aston Martin has made one of its smartest moves yet. In revising and refocusing its entry-level two-seat sports car V8 Vantage, it is providing an immediate answer to those who are questioning the direction taken by this sector’s all-conquering giant, the Porsche 911 991. And how.
New Wheels out now!
In the December issue of Wheels, we uncork the champers and crack open the COTY vault to celebrate 50 years of the world’s longest-established new-car award.
P-Plate turbo ban to change
P-Platers in New South Wales could soon be back behind the wheel of turbo powered cars, if plans to scrap the controversial ban are upheld.
SS Commodore to stay rear-drive
The SS Commodore could live on as a rear-drive muscle car, even if the regular Commodore becomes a front-drive model when the VF is replaced at the end of 2016.
Germany’s latest motoring tech
Meet the latest piece of automotive technology to come out of Germany – the VOI scooter.
SUV drivers are Australia’s angriest
It’s official: the most aggressive drivers on Australian roads, and those most likely to engage in road rage, drive SUVs.
Audi kills R8 e-tron supercar
Iron man has one, but it looks like production of Audi’s R8 e-tron could be limited to just one unit, after the company announced it will no longer build the electric supercar.
Gorgeous Maserati Bora concept
We reckon this mid-engined Maserati Bora concept is pretty much perfect in every way, expect one – it doesn’t exist.
Subaru BRZ: In a dealership near you
Subaru’s cult coupe, the BRZ, is now available in Australian Subaru dealerships for the same driveaway price as offered online.
S-Class Coupé magic carpet ride
Mercedes-Benz S-Class can see where it’s going
US speedway champ Larry Rice passes
Larry Rice was a smooth racer, a rare gentleman and probably didn’t have an enemy in the world.
Casey crooker than Rookwood
Is it a mere virus, a belly ache, or something more sinister? We’ll know more this weekend.
Ambrose nails a terrific third in bruising Bristol NASCAR race
Marcos rates this his best drive ever – even better than second at Watkins Glen.
Penny pinching
Opel dealers may top up GM’s empty piggy-bank to keep the wheels rolling.
Holden closure: the full story
Holden to become full-line vehicle and parts importer with design studio staying
Viper escapes extinction
Iconic Dodge gets a reprieve from the chopping block, says our roving reporter from the United States …
BMW aiming to stay on top
Onwards and upwards. No slacking off; no backing off at BMW.
Judge Dredd truck gets even louder
Built in the UK, the famous movie truck has now been modified to pump out over 50,000 watts of audio power
Merc confirms SLC
Daimler AG Chief Executive, Dr. Dieter Zetsche has confirmed Mercedes-Benz AMG will build a smaller super sports car underneath the SLS
Shinari concept heading to Melbourne
Mazda has confirmed its stylish Shinari concept will headline the Japanese carmaker’s stand fresh from appearances overseas
Technology turns car fumes into fuel
Engineers from Oregon State University have invented a technology that aims to use the car’s exhaust fumes as a source of energy thereby refuelling the car
Wheels: ‘Like’ this page and win!
What are your favourite car design look-a-likes? ‘Like’ this page on Facebook and tell us your favourite car design look-a-like. The best response will win one of five motorsport DVDs from the Wheels gift shop…
HDT will polarize opinion
HDT has made a sensational, fourth addition to its Heritage line-up with the release of the VL inspired Group A.
