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Are Ferrari Luce haters missing the point about the brand’s first electric car?
If you dislike the styling of Ferrari’s first electric car, that’s a side effect of a strategic decision Ferrari made to go after customers the company had not courted before.
Tesla’s sunroofs are often derided for letting in too much Aussie sun – but now they may have a solution
From pass-through perforations to hot-air extraction, Tesla keeps trying to make its glass roof work like an opaque one.
Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake confirmed for Australia
Hybrid and electric station wagons set to join the Mercedes-Benz CLA range in Australia.
Second-gen Mercedes-Benz GLB confirmed for Australia; due in showrooms this year
Mercedes-Benz’s new GLB to arrive in Australia later this year with both petrol-hybrid and electric drivetrains.
Australians cutting corners on car maintenance as motoring costs surge, report finds
New study shows more drivers postponing servicing, tyre replacement and oil changes as household financial pressures intensify.
BMW M3 production set to end in 2027 – report
The last current G80-generation BMW M3 is set to roll down the production line in February 2027, with an 18-month gap before the next one arrives
BYD Dolphin G plug-in hybrid hatch revealed ahead of launch
The first Europe-specific model from China’s BYD has been leaked ahead of its official reveal.
Ferrari Luce reaction: Share price tumbles as first EV revealed, former CEO labels it ‘destruction of a legend’
Ferrari’s legacy for producing high-powered sports cars came into question yesterday, with the brand’s first-ever electric vehicle sending stock prices into retreat and its former chairman criticising the new vehicle.
Ford Australia: ‘We offer something our rivals don’t’
Ford says its century-long Australian presence and local investment will help defend Ranger and Everest sales against growing competition from Chinese automotive brands.
Lotus Emira 420 Sport: Lower, lighter, more powerful sports car revealed for more ‘traditional’ customers
Lotus has given its only current combustion engine model the authentic Lotus treatment, with a new addition to the Emira range that boosts power, reduces weight, and fine-tunes handling.
LDV eDeliver 5: Fully electric van lands in Australia
The electric van segment gets another entrant with order books open for the new LDV eDeliver 5, available in three models – SWB low roof, LWB low roof and LWB high roof. It features vehicle-to-load capability and has a payload between 1200kg and 1265kg.
Lexus Australia welcomes competition from China but won’t engage in a ‘race to the bottom’
Lexus Australia’s boss welcomes Chinese challenger brands that are increasingly flexing their luxury car muscle.
Lexus targets modest EV growth with two new models
Lexus expects updated RZ pricing and new ES EV sedan to boost modest electric vehicle growth as hybrids continue dominating the brand’s Australian sales mix.
Ferrari reveals first-ever electric car with 1035hp Luce grand tourer
Four-door EV introduces new design language, four-motor drivetrain and tactile cabin as Ferrari enters the electric era.
Australia’s most EV-friendly cities named in new study
Research ranks capital cities on charging access, ownership rates and charging costs as electric vehicle uptake continues to accelerate nationwide.
MG launches MGS6 EV electric SUV with plus-500km range
New mid-size electric SUV arrives with up to 530km claimed range, dual-motor AWD option and family-focused practicality.
Fuel excise cut unlikely to continue beyond June as global supply fears persist
Energy minister Chris Bowen says temporary petrol tax relief was designed as a short-term measure despite ongoing concerns over fuel supply pressures and global instability.
Nissan to open Australia’s first NISMO Performance Centre in 2026
Victorian facility will offer GT-R restoration support, factory-trained technicians and direct links to Japan’s NISMO Omori Factory.
Volkswagen leaves door open to bring smaller, more affordable electric cars to Australia
Australia has so far missed out on smaller electric Volkswagen products, but that could change in the future if demand is there and charging infrastructure improves.
EOFY offers 2026: Deals from Kia, BYD, BMW, Toyota, Mazda, MG and more – updated
It’s approaching the end of the 2026 financial year, which means that car manufacturers are sharpening their pencils. Here are the best EOFY offers.
Stellantis announces new multi-energy platform to underpin over 30 new models
A new modular platform is set to become the basis of a major model offensive as Stellantis – owner of brands such as Jeep, Peugeot, Fiat, Ala Romeo, Citroen, RAM, Maserati and more – looks to cut costs and grow sales globally as part of its new five-year business plan.
EV roadblocks soften as market share increases… but more people would prefer to stick to petrol – report
The latest study into Australian attitudes towards EV ownership shows mixed results, with cost and range anxiety easier to swallow, but preferences for petrol on the increase.
Upgraded Toyota GR Yaris is coming with an even stronger motorsport focus
Toyota has a range of running changes to the rally-inspired GR Yaris set for an Australian arrival in June.
BYD boss: We’ll focus on regional Australia next to maintain growth
The boss of BYD Australia told WhichCar by Wheels that the key to further success is a strengthening of ties with regional Australia – and that doesn’t just mean new vehicle sales.
