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AI helps imagine what a Mitsubishi Magna might look like today…
While the Falcon and Commodore were iconic Australian cars, the Mitsubishi Magna was also a long-time favourite, winning Wheels Car of the Year in 1985 and 1996. Here, AI helps us see into a future that will never happen…

Toyota Yaris v Mazda 2: Small cars for the big smoke face off
Traditional rivals Toyota and Mazda tackle the compact city car segment with the Yaris and 2 – one hybrid, one traditional, but both intent on packing the most space into a compact hatch.

Kia EV6 Air review: Large electric SUV’s makeover brings longer range and better tech
Kia’s large electric crossover, the EV6, is impressive in its most affordable guise – the Air RWD – with an appealing combination of driving range and value.

Modern Classic: Range Rover Vogue, the farmer’s car that became a luxury icon
The idea of a luxury SUV was completely alien when Land Rover launched the original Range Rover in 1970 but a single photo shoot in a magazine changed the course of automotive history.

Cars that defined Australian suburbia in the 1990s
Tarago, Laser, Commodore? In the 1990s you couldn’t turn around without seeing one, but these days they’re becoming a lot harder to spot on Australian roads.

Most fuel efficient petrol/diesel powered cars on the market: top 10
Searching for a new car but don’t want a hybrid or EV? We’ve got you covered with the 10 most fuel efficient non-electrified cars available.

Forgotten Aussie flagships – top 10 range-toppers from our motoring heyday
Whether they were overlooked in their heyday or have simply faded from memory over time, here are 10 range-topping cars that you probably haven’t thought about in a while.

Lexus RZ review: Big changes bring big rewards
Lexus’ flagship electric SUV undergoes a major transformation, addressing most of the shortcomings of its predecessor.

MGS6 EV first drive: A lot of medium SUV for the money
With a price of $49,990 drive away for the entry-grade, but still well-equipped model, the new MGS6 EV undercuts its direct competitors while still delivering a sense of quality and luxury in the medium SUV segment.

BYD Atto 1 review: Small EV breaks new ground in Australia
The BYD Atto 1 is now the cheapest electric car you that can buy in Australia, but should you? Read our review of the top-spec Premium to find out.

Best Commercial Vans 2026: Small
Small vans prove big capability comes in compact packages, delivering car-like driving manners, strong efficiency and practical cargo solutions for urban businesses.

Best Commercial Vans 2026: Medium
Modern medium vans deliver far more than cargo space, combining SUV-like comfort, advanced safety and strong diesel performance for the demands of Australian businesses.

Best Commercial Vans 2026: Large
From fleet operators to owner-drivers, today’s large vans offer greater versatility, stronger safety and more car-like driving manners than ever before

Which are the longest range medium hybrid SUVs on sale in Australia?
Fuel prices are a lot lower than what we saw a few months ago but efficiency is still key for many buyers. So which are the longest-range hybrid medium SUVs?

Weirdest cars you could buy in Australia – top 10
With the reliance on volume and market dominance of some new car brands, it’s easy to forget that, at one stage, car brands were prepared to get a little bit weird.

Kia Picanto GT-Line review: A timely reminder that cheap cars still exist
The Kia Picanto is still the cheapest new car in Australia… and for that we should be thankful. So what’s it like behind the wheel?

2026 Ford Ranger first drive: Versatility and V6 power to the fore as rivals circle
With a revised range, the setting of the sun on the bi-turbo four-cylinder engine, and the V6 engine more broadly available, Ford’s sales heavy hitter looks to continue its appeal to Australian new car buyers.

2026 Ford Everest first drive: Updated city SUV you can still take for a bush bash
You won’t pick it from the outside, but the top-selling Ford Everest has been tweaked for its mid-life upgrade, with the headline changes seen under the skin.

Volkswagen Tayron eHybrid review: Large SUV joins Tiguan sibling with hybrid drivetrain
It’s the larger brother to the Tiguan eHybrid, though it does without the extra seats of other Tayron variants. Does the Tayron eHybrid make sense?

Volkswagen Tiguan eHybrid review: Medium SUV contender is finally electrified
Hybrid power has finally arrived in the Volkswagen Tiguan range. Should you consider it over another hybrid medium SUV like a RAV4, Tucson, CR-V, etc?

Mercedes-Benz CLA hybrid review: New-gen Baby Benz hits the right notes
New hybrid powertrain and tech-laden cabin underpin third-generation compact sedan.

Honda Prelude review: Can the return of a legend win a new generation of fans?
After 25 long years, Honda’s segment-shaping Prelude is back as part of Honda’s recent resurgence. Can an otherwise modest Civic eHEV powertrain match the Prelude’s grand touring tease? A fast blast on some of Victoria’s best roads answers the question.

BYD Shark 6 review: Two new variants bring more power and capability
BYD’s Shark 6 has been a sales phenomenon in the Australian new car market. Less than two short years since launch, the manufacturer’s first dual-cab has sold more than 24,000 units in this dual-cab hungry market.

Hatchback Hit-Out: Mazda 3 v Kia K4 v Volkswagen Golf
The small car battle has raged in this country ever since Australians first questioned whether a big country was the place for such a vehicle. Wheels puts three of the frontrunners head-to-head…
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