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Most Improved Car of 2016: Volkswagen Polo GTI
We look at the redeemed Volkswagen and the disappointing MINI in this look back at 2016

The best summer road trip tips
Whether it’s a long day trip, summer holiday or just a suck-it-and-see adventure, here’s few things to help ensure your trip is trouble free and enjoyable

Best features of 2016, part 2
We look at the best features we’ve put together in 2016. In part 2 we go to Bathurst and Le Mans, delve into the Mercedes inner sanctum, chat to Ferrari’s design boss, drive a princely Bentley and analyse Alfa’s five billion dollar baby.

Most Fun Car of 2016: Holden SS Ute
Loveable local larrikin steals the show

Best features of 2016, part 1
We look at the best features we’ve put together in 2016 – from clocking 330km/h on a public road to the classic head-to-head: Commodore vs Falcon.

Car dealerships of the future: race, try, buy
Brisbane to be the first Australian city to trial new car speed-dating dealerships concept by 2020.

Best car reviews of 2016, part 1
We look at the best road tests and first drives of new cars from the year that was, including the AMG GT3, Ford Focus RS, Mazda CX-9 and Rolls’ Dawn drop top.

Scariest Car of 2016: Ferrari F12TDF
We highlight some frightening Ferrari’s in this look back at 2016

BMW M2 vs Ford Focus RS: Head to Head
Two of 2016’s most talked about cars go head to head on the road, track, and the set of a very low budget Ken Block video

Best cars of 2016, as judged by Wheels
The Wheels team samples a huge volume of new metal every year – here are our favourite rides from 2016.

Archive: 2008 HSV W427 revealed
HSV’s 427 weapon lives again – but this time you’ll actually be able to buy one. Prepare for a fundamental shift in the performance playing field…

Best Steering of 2016: Toyota 86
Porsche and Toyota impressed in 2016 with best steering and best Chassis electronics respectively

Jay Leno’s Mind-Blowing Garage: In pics
Having made his fortune as a late-night talk show host, Jay Leno does what we’d all do: spends most of it on cars

Best Chassis of 2016: Porsche Cayman S
Putting the engine in the middle makes for the most sublime handling performance car of 2016

Audi RS7 Performance Acceleration Testing
Insane pace from Audi’s 445kW/750Nm missile

Stefano Domenicali: Lamborghini CEO interview
New Lamborghini CEO’s job is to harness record sales and profits for an electrifying future.

Best Sounding Car of 2016: Lamborghini Huracan LP580-2
The Lamborghini Huracan takes the best sounding car title while the Ford Focus RS claims the best drivetrain of 2016

Best Engine of 2016: Porsche 911 GT3 RS
The thrill of atmo-spheric acceleration

Christmas Gift Guide for car enthusiasts
Do you have a loved one who is a complete and utter petrol head but have no idea what to get them? We have just the (slightly ridiculous) thing!

Ford Mustang: Wheel Fitment Guide
Nailing diameter, width and offset

9 Motoring Mistakes
No amount of Powerade or McMuffins can sooth these nine four-wheeled hangovers.

Ford Mustang: Your Upgrade Options
The why, how, who and what, when it comes to tuning your new Ford Mustang EcoBoost or GT

Ford Mustang Tuning Goodies: $5K-$10K
Wheels, brake upgrades and a cool aftermarket steering wheel for your new Ford Mustang

Ford Mustang Tuning Goodies: Under $5K
Exhaust, cold-air intake and suspension upgrade ideas for your new Ford Mustang
