Car Reviews &#038; Features

Cars that will significantly reduce your fuel bill NOW

Our rundown of the best new car options to reduce fuel use significantly as Aussies endure record high petrol prices.

March 30, 2026

Keen to save fuel? Here are the 10 cheapest hybrid models in Australia

While they still use fuel in some capacity, hybrid cars can also drastically reduce your overall consumption in energy-challenged times. So which are the 10 cheapest hybrids in Australia?

March 27, 2026

Three dual-cabs compared: BYD Shark v Toyota HiLux v Kia Tasman

Fuel-use is in the news even more than capability when it comes to the dual-cab brigade. Here, we compare the figures for three very different ways of tackling the segment.

March 26, 2026

2026 Porsche 911 Turbo S Cabriolet review: Searing hybrid pace from the ultimate 911

Electrified flagship delivers 0–100km/h in 2.6 seconds while remaining the ultimate all-round 911.

March 26, 2026

Mercedes-Benz GLC Electric review: Back to the future for Merc’s medium electric SUV

With one eye on its past, Mercedes-Benz has reimagined the future with its all new GLC electric medium SUV.

March 24, 2026

Which plug-in hybrids offer the longest electric driving range?

A plug-in hybrid can offer the best of both worlds for some, so which ones offer the longest electric driving range? The answer may surprise you.

March 23, 2026

What are the most fuel efficient vehicles on the market without a plug?

Dramatically cutting your fuel use is possible without buying a vehicle that plugs into a wall. Here are the most fuel efficient vehicles in each segment.

March 22, 2026

Mercedes-AMG GT 63 Pro review: Fitter, faster, stronger

The second-generation Mercedes-AMG GT 63 Pro casts off the shackles of its fearsome but uncompromising predecessor to tap into a broader depth of performance, comfort and luxury than ever before.

March 20, 2026

After a medium SUV with a pulse? Here are five of the best

Most medium SUV models are largely a snooze from behind the wheel, but thankfully, there are options for those of us who like a more engaging driving experience.

March 20, 2026

Seeking a small SUV that drives like a car? Here are five of the best non-performance options

Are you searching for a small SUV that doesn’t bore you from behind the wheel? Thankfully, there are still some options available.

March 19, 2026

Hybrid vehicles can reduce fuel use during record high prices – so which are the best options?

The latest conflict in the Middle East has seen fuel prices spike and the possibility of further rises to come, so what are the best hybrid vehicles to lessen your spend on filling your car?

March 18, 2026

2026 Lexus GX550 Overtrail review: Luxury off-roader brings grunt and space but will it ever see a dirt track?

It was a long time coming, but the Lexus GX is finally available in Australia and if its popularity in the United States is anything to go by, Lexus Australia won’t be able to get enough of them.

March 17, 2026

Petrol prices could yet go higher… so which EV should you look at?

Fuel could still go higher in price as a result of the conflict in the Middle East. For many potential car buyers it looks a good time to ditch fossil fuel-powered vehicles altogether and buy an EV, so which should you be looking at?

March 16, 2026

Lexus LC500 Convertible review: Refined aggression makes for one of the great grand tourers

You might not have noticed, but in the form of the LC, Lexus has delivered one of the great grand tourers. We take the V8-powered LC500 convertible for a cruise

March 14, 2026

GWM Haval H6 Ultra PHEV review: Local tuning improves an already good product

A former Holden engineer has significantly improved the driving experience of the Haval H6 to make it one to make it one of GWM’s best ever products.

From the Wheels archive: Ford’s Monaro fighter

After years in the two-door wilderness, Ford threw down the gauntlet with the release of 1972’s Falcon Hardtop.

Comparisons

Hyundai Tucson Hybrid v GWM Haval H6 Ultra Hybrid: Front-wheel drive SUV showdown

Medium SUVs are Australia’s favourite way to move a family around, get to and from work, or head off on a road trip. That’s why every manufacturer wants a piece of the pie. If you want a medium SUV though, do you need AWD and all the extras? Wheels looks at two of the more affordable hybrid FWD models on the market.

2026 Denza B8 first drive: BYD’s luxury marque takes on the big dogs in the large 4WD segment

If there was an misunderstanding over whether challenger brand BYD is to be taken seriously, the rapid-fire launch of its luxury arm Denza is a genuine counterpunch. With B5 already on sale, now it’s time for the larger B8 to step into the spotlight.

Mazda MX-5 Roadster GT review: Old school in the best way possible

Sadly many new cars are boring and uninspiring to drive. The Mazda MX-5, however, is not one of those cars, as we discovered driving it in latest GT form.

March 12, 2026

BYD Sealion 7 review: Feature-rich electric mid-size SUV grows in popularity

The BYD Sealion 7 is the brand’s best-selling passenger vehicle in Australia and a big part of its sales success. Here are some of the reasons why…

March 11, 2026

Modern Classic: Ferrari F92A, the underperformer that left a lasting legacy

It might not be the best F1 car Ferrari ever built but it did make a mark on the Scuderia’s later era.

March 10, 2026

Audi RS 5 plug-in hybrid early review: Electrified muscle meets everyday useability

Audi’s new RS 5 blends V6 performance with electric power to create a fast, surprisingly agile sports wagon.

March 9, 2026

10 great SUVs that fly under the radar

The SUV form now accounts for more than 60 per cent of new car sales in Australia but some gain more attention than others. Here are 10 quality examples you should know more about…

March 9, 2026