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Cars every Aussie P-plater wanted – and the ones they had to settle for
The P-plate rite of passage for teens continues to this day, but for Aussies of a certain age, there was a moment in time when P-plate aspirations took a very particular form.
Corvette ZR1X shatters Pikes Peak production car record
A 932kW hybrid Corvette conquered Pikes Peak, showcasing just how close today’s road-legal performance cars have come to full-blown race machinery.
Nissan Qashqai Ti-L e-Power review: Updated hybrid brings more efficiency, maintains performance
The e-Power hybrid drivetrain in the Nissan Qashqai was recently updated for greater efficiency and more power… but could the model’s price put buyers off?
Former Jaguar design head says brand’s radical new direction ‘lacks beauty’
Jaguar’s former head designer, Ian Callum, has revealed his thoughts on the brand’s bold new direction.
Skoda Peaq revealed as brand’s first three-row electric SUV
Skoda’s new flagship three-row electric SUV delivers over 640km of range and seating for seven in a package slightly larger than the Kodiaq.
Nissan axes Qashqai EV development in latest cost-cutting measure
As Nissan looks to streamline operations, a key model in development since 2023 has been cancelled for a short-term gain that could prove costly in the long run.
BYD’s newest electric SUV has a 900km driving range – and a massive 810kg battery
BYD’s newest flagship three-row SUV offers impressive EV range and a battery that weighs almost as much as a compact hatchback.
A Ferrari with a manual transmission might not be as far away as you think
Ferrari CEO, Benedetto Vigna has hinted that a new car reveal from the legendary Scuderia is imminent around July 4, and it could be a manual 12 Cilindri.
BYD Atto 2 DM-i: Coming plug-in hybrid expected to become cheapest on offer in Australia
Australia could soon have a cheapest new plug-in hybrid SUV with the new DM-i version of the BYD Atto 2, which has been approved for local sales.
Volvo launches new auto pay feature to make EV charging easier
Volvo has introduced a new feature for the EX90 and upcoming EX60 that makes EV charging more convenient and easier than before called Plug & Charge.
Renault Megane E-Tech updated with sharper styling and longer driving range
A facelifted version of the Renault Megane E-Tech electric SUV has been revealed sporting new styling, upgraded tech and a larger battery for 500km of range.
State’s budget to deliver toll relief for motorists
Lower toll caps, scrapped administration fees and cheaper transport measures headline a NSW Budget aimed at easing pressure on household budgets.
Smart goes back to its roots with pint-sized #2 car preview
New two-seat Smart #2 promises big-car practicality, 300km-plus range and a return to the city-car formula that made the brand famous.
Take That star’s restored Kombi heads to auction
A rare Californian-converted split-screen Volkswagen Kombi most recently owned by Take That star Howard Donald is heading to auction after years of careful restoration.
Another major highway hit with speed limit reduction
Great Western Highway joins growing list of regional roads facing lower limits as authorities target crash-prone sections and communities question the approach.
Next Hyundai i20 N to add hybrid power to boost performance and lower emissions
Hot hatch fans have been disappointed with the recent news that the Hyundai i20 N is about to die, but a new version with a hybrid drivetrain will arrive soon.
Geely EX2: China’s best-selling car approved for Australia
Australia’s electric vehicle fleet is set to be bolstered by the imminent arrival of the Geely EX2 electric hatchback.
Kia PV5 Cargo first drive review: Electric van expands the brand’s Australian offering
With a starting price of $55,990 before on-road costs, the new Kia PV5 Cargo – the brand’s first electric van – isn’t just an impressive technical exercise. It’s also priced right in the middle of the traditional diesel van battle.
Holden Torana returns: Using AI to imagine an Australian legend in 2026
The Torana is a legendary product in Australian motoring, so how would it look if it were still made today? Thanks to AI, we created a modern Torana line-up.
Hyundai Tucson Hybrid Elite N Line review: Still a medium SUV benchmark?
If you’re searching for a hybrid medium SUV, there are a dizzying number of options. But for these reasons, the Hyundai Tucson is still one of the best…
Alpine to debut ‘first true EV sports car’
French performance brand prepares its first EV sports car, targeting Porsche-rivalling performance while staying true to the lightweight character that made the A110 famous.
From the Wheels Archive: The top secret Holden Commodore concept
Wheels got the scoop on the Holden Commodore-based concept that was destined to underpin a legendary American brand.
Want a hybrid family car that isn’t an SUV? Here are five great options
Today’s received wisdom for new car buyers is that they need an SUV for practical hybrid motoring but that’s not the case, as these five cars prove…
10 cars that defied logic… but went into production anyway
Every so often, a car brand will launch a car that breaks the mould and goes against the industry’s high-volume norms.
