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Toyota’s next MR2 offers a tantalising supercar-style upgrade
As details of the fourth-generation Toyota MR2 come to light, the latest news hints at a radical rethink compared to its predecessors.
Mazda Australia boss: New car competition is fierce but Australians still value brand loyalty
In the face of ever-increasing, and cheaper, competition from China, the boss of Mazda Australia told WhichCar by Wheels that Australians still value the familiarity of a brand like Mazda.
Honda switching from dedicated EVs to multi-energy platform under new plan
Honda’s much-publicised Zero Series EV cancellation has opened the door to an all-new platform to support EV and hybrid development.
Audi Q7: More luxurious and larger third-generation model debuts
A new generation of one of Audi’s most popular products, the Q7, has been made bigger and with more premium features than earlier models.
Mazda Australia says there’s strategy behind offering a new CX-5 without a hybrid option
It’s a question that has to be asked – can the revised CX-5 thrive in a hybrid-heavy market without a hybrid powertrain – but Mazda’s program engineer is adamant that there is a specific strategy behind the manufacturer’s delay in releasing the car to market.
BYD claims it will be the world’s biggest carmaker within five years
BYD’s chairman and president announced the company’s number-one goal at the carmaker’s recent annual general meeting.
Porsche launches three one-off 911s as part of Toy Story 5 release
In a sign-of-the-times tie-in, Porsche has taken design inspiration from Toy Story’s lead characters for three new one-of-one special edition 911s as part of the Toy Story 5 release.
Leapmotor B10: Range-extender hybrid tech added to fuel-sipping small SUV
Leapmotor’s new range-extender B10 pairs electric driving with petrol-backed flexibility, delivering up to 900km of claimed range from a single charge and tank.
BYD teases new ‘Great Han’ flagship luxury sedan
A new flagship Great Han sedan from BYD’s Dynasty sub-brand in China has been revealed, with a low slung design and impressive driving range.
BYD appoints Pickles as Australian auction partner to clear fleet vehicles
Three-year deal will see BYD fleet vehicles remarketed through Pickles as used EV demand continues to grow.
Toyota’s chairman says he feels ‘very alone’ in the shift to EVs
Akio Toyoda says industry’s rush towards EVs remains a concern as Toyota continues backing a mix of powertrain technologies.
British genius discovers yet another reason to own a classic Honda NSX
The Honda NSX already has supercar credentials in spades, but enthusiasts have discovered it also accommodates Honda’s quirky fold-up Motocompo scooter perfectly.
Lotus targets Ferrari and Lamborghini with 745kW-plus hybrid supercar
Next-generation Esprit successor tipped to feature V8 hybrid power, all-wheel drive and advanced active chassis technology.
You have to see this wild one-off Porsche 911 GT3 to believe it
A special edition 911 GT3 like no other has been revealed to celebrate the 15th anniversary of the brand in Moldova.
Double demerits return for King’s Birthday long weekend crackdown
Police ramp up enforcement as motorists face tougher penalties in NSW and ACT over long weekend.
Hyundai cuts Kona Electric and IONIQ 5 pricing by $8000
Hyundai has cut pricing of the Kona Electric and IONIQ 5 electric SUVs by $8000 as a lure for potential buyers.
Audi Nuvolari: Shock 736kW R8 successor revealed
We thought that Audi had stopped making supercars when the R8 died, but it’s back with the Nuvolari, which uses a hybrid V8 making 736kW of power.
Ford Mustang sedan just took a huge step towards production
Rumours of a four-door Ford Mustang heated up as a company exec hinted at a future for a more family-friendly version of Ford’s pony car.
Lotus CEO lashes out at overweight sports cars but misses the elephant in the room
The head of Lotus has described sports cars over 1.8 tonnes as ‘mediocre’, seemingly taking a swipe at the brand’s own range.
Car theft rates rise in one Aussie state… as the rest of the country improves
The state has become an outlier among Australia’s crime statistics, posting higher vehicle theft rates as other states improve.
Urgent advice for drivers to check their car batteries as winter arrives
The arrival of winter often means we drive less, which can have an adverse effect on our car batteries. Australia’s oldest battery manufacturer, Century Batteries, has issued timely advice on what to do to ensure good battery health.
GAC Hyptec HT electric SUV spied in Melbourne
The heavily-camouflaged photo appears to show the gullwing-doored GAC Hyptec HT in Melbourne.
Aussie state moves to ease licence penalties for medicinal cannabis patients
Proposed reforms would allow eligible drivers using prescribed cannabis to avoid automatic licence loss, while retaining penalties for impaired driving.
Sign of the times? Nissan factory set to build Chery’s cars
The door is open for Chery to utilise production capacity at Nissan’s Sunderland factory in the UK as the two brands begin talks.
