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Ford will build a V8 Mustang for as long as regulations allow
Ford opted against electrification for the latest iteration of its iconic muscle car, believing demand remains strong for petrol performance.

Dark Horse Mustang targets ‘future classic’ status but could cost $100K
New headline variant of seventh-generation Mustang aims to be a memorable Mustang but could carry a six-figure price tag

Renault Megane E-Tech electric SUV, new Kangoo van, Arkana facelift here in 2024
The Renault Megane E-Tech Electric and latest Kangoo van have been delayed to the start of 2024, while a facelift for the Arkana small SUV is also due next year

Retro Series: 1966 Toyota Corolla
In for the long haul: Corolla’s dependability resulted in a nameplate with unmatched longevity

Tesla allegedly suppressed driving range complaints in the US, cancelled service appointments
Tesla has been accused of deliberately attempting to suppress customer complaints of poor real-world range results in the US.

Electrified Mitsubishi Triton: Hybrid, electric and PHEV vie for supremacy
Mitsubishi is hedging bets on the electrification strategy for the sixth-gen Triton ute with HEV, BEV and PHEV all on the cards

2024 Hyundai i30 Sedan N Line facelift revealed with hybrid option
The updated version of the Hyundai i30 Sedan N Line is now available in hybrid form, but it is unclear if it’ll join the turbo-petrol in the brand’s local line-up

Ford Mustang Dark Horse R: $215,000 track car revealed
Turn-key track car based on new-generation Mustang coupe and forms basis for new one-make racing series.

2024 Mercedes-Benz V-Class and Vito facelifts revealed
Mercedes-Benz’s updated mid-size vans receive a refreshed look and new tech, ahead of all-new electric-only successors later this decade

Reverse cameras, sensors to be mandated in Australia from 2025
Rear-view cameras and reverse sensors will become compulsory for all newly-introduced cars – including some commercial vehicles – from November 2025 ahead of wider mandate

2023 Best Small SUVs: 10 winners revealed in new Wheels comparison series
Whatever you’re looking for in a new compact SUV, Wheels has the answers in the first of a new segment-blitzing, multi-comparison series

2024 Kia Sorento facelift revealed, in Australia later this year
The mid-life update for Kia’s popular seven-seat Sorento arrives in Australia by Christmas with revised styling and its connected-car functionality

2024 Skoda Superb teased ahead of local release
Skoda has detailed its flagship combustion-engined car ahead of its official unveiling

A hot Mazda CX-60 MPS is possible… at a price
Mazda concedes that a juiced-up plug-in hybrid version of its six-cylinder CX-60 is technically feasible, but it’s not convinced it’ll find a worthwhile audience.

Heat waves impact EV range, but colder climates are still worse off
The use of air-conditioning impacts real-world EV driving range, but it’s still better in the summer than winter

Recall roundup: Ford, Lexus, Mercedes-Benz, Volvo & Porsche
Almost 19,000 Ford Mustangs recalled due to a potential rear-view camera fault, and new notices have been issued for certain Ford Escape, Lexus, Mercedes-Benz, Volvo and Porsche vehicles

Tidbits from MG: New MG3, reinventing the brand, deleted air-con buttons & more
Australian media recently travelled to China to drive a number of new MG models, and speak with the brand’s key executives. Here’s a few choice quotes from the trip.

2024 BMW X1 M35i priced from $90,900 before on-roads
First ever M version of BMW’s compact luxury SUV brings 233kW and a host of performance features and aesthetics

2023 BMW X1 pricing and features for Australia
BMW’s small SUV has also spawned an all-electric variant, with both models set for an Australian launch – and now we’ve driven both

Bugatti designer steps down ahead of Chiron successor’s 2025 unveiling
Design director steps down as Chiron successor readies for release

2024 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV GSR: New performance flagship coming?
While this doesn’t confirm, it does foreshadow the return of a sporty Outlander

Made in America: Shane van Gisbergen’s NASCAR debut
Supercars superstar Shane van Gisbergen set the motorsport world alight with a stunning NASCAR debut – but one win does not a career make

NSW begins co-funding kerbside EV chargers
The NSW Government has started a co-funding initiative to encourage more streetside EV charging stations

Supercars ace Brodie Kostecki set for NASCAR; The Giz returning too!
Front-running Supercars driver Brodie Kostecki will take on NASCAR’s best next month, following on from Shane van Gisbergen’s historic debut win