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Toll overhaul to cut prices on key motorways from 2027
Discounts for motorists, cheaper motorcycle tolls and broader network reforms announced after NSW Government reaches agreement with private operators.
Toyota and Hyundai named as privacy watchdog’s connected-car data probe expands
It’s been revealed the two brands are under investigation as Australia’s privacy regulator examines how connected vehicles collect and use driver data.
Mercedes admits touchscreens went too far – but giant displays are here to stay
Luxury brand says customer feedback is driving the return of physical buttons, even as expansive digital dashboards remain central to future models.
Lexus LC bows out in Australia with sold-out Special Edition finale
Flagship grand tourer to end its local run after almost a decade, with the final Special Edition already snapped up by Australian buyers.
BYD plans Atto 3 Evo for Australia with more power, faster charging
Updated electric SUV adopts new rear-wheel-drive platform, 800-volt architecture and upgraded technology ahead of local launch later this year.
Nissan expands X-Trail range with cheaper e-POWER hybrids and Rock Creek flagship
Front-wheel-drive e-POWER variants lower the cost of entry to Nissan’s hybrid SUV, while a new seven-seat Rock Creek grade adds a more rugged look.
Mahindra marks XUV 3XO milestone with limited Black Anniversary Edition
Stealth-themed special edition adds unique styling to compact SUV range, with just 300 examples set aside for Australia.
Which EV tops Australian search rankings amid surge in interest?
Insurance company research finds Australians are searching for electric vehicles more than ever, with BYD and Tesla in an epic tussle.
New Mercedes-Benz GLA revealed with hybrid and electric power as EQA bows out
Third-generation luxury crossover SUV adopts Mercedes’ new MMA platform, gains longer range, faster charging, more cabin space and arrives in Australia next year.
Porsche plans drastic job cuts as Chinese slowdown and EV transition bite
German sports car maker will slash an astonishing one in five positions by 2035 as falling sales, weaker demand in China and mounting competition force a major restructuring.
Audi Q9 flagship large SUV takes aim at the BMW X7 and Mercedes-Benz GLS
Audi is aiming at other large luxury SUVs such as the BMW X7 and Mercedes-Benz GLS with its new flagship Q9, which will reach Australia in 2027.
Treasurer confirms fuel excise cut will end Sunday as motorists face higher prices at the bowser
Temporary discount introduced during the Middle East conflict will expire from Monday, despite speculation it could be extended again.
Tesla’s Cybertruck likened to the Ford Edsel, motoring’s most famous flop
Once hailed by Elon Musk as Tesla’s “best product ever”, the radical electric pick-up is now being compared with Ford’s ill-fated Edsel as sales fall well short of expectations.
Australia’s worst crash hotspots revealed
New insurance claims data identifies the nation’s busiest crash locations, with Victoria home to nine of Australia’s top 10 accident blackspots.
GWM outmuscles Ford with new 3.0-litre turbo-diesel engine
GWM Australia has finally released performance figures for its new 3.0-litre turbo-diesel engine, offering more torque than Ford’s V6 diesel.
Volkswagen prices new flagship Walkinshaw-developed Amarok W600
New dual-cab combines locally developed suspension, V6 diesel power and premium equipment, with pricing above the Ford Ranger Raptor.
Coles plugs into EV boom with fast-charger rollout at supermarkets
Up to 30 Coles stores will gain high-speed EV chargers over the next two years as the supermarket giant looks to make grocery shopping more convenient for electric vehicle owners.
BYD Australia expects Seal 6 station wagon to outsell sedan
BYD Australia is expecting to sell more station wagons than sedans of its new Seal 6 mid-sized plug-in hybrid model.
BYD Australia says June sales success won’t be repeated any time soon
BYD Australia has downplayed suggestions that it could topple Toyota’s new car sales dominance.
Subaru hints at return of STI performance heroes with trio of new petrol-powered models
Japanese brand teases three high-performance combustion models, including potential next-generation WRX and BRZ successors, as it looks to revive its enthusiast credentials.
Aussie state launches review of dangerous driving laws amid calls for tougher penalties
State government to examine whether existing offences and penalties go far enough to hold dangerous drivers accountable after fatal crashes.
Ultra-low kilometre Ferrari 458 Speciale to go under the hammer in Australia
Rare 2015 naturally aspirated Ferrari has travelled just 1330km and is expected to attract strong interest from local and international collectors.
Wheels August 2026 issue now on sale!
Our exhaustive real-world PHEV SUV test headlines an August issue 2026 packed with comparisons, first drives, exclusive interviews, performance heroes, classics and industry insight.
Toyota head warns ‘it cannot survive’ as iconic Corolla is positioned for EV option
A behind-the-scenes documentary reveals Toyota’s push to reinvent its best-selling model as executives warn against complacency in the face of rising Chinese competition.
