Performance Car Podcast
2023 Mazda CX-8 pricing and features
Mazda’s popular CX-8 large SUV has gained an updated look, more technology and two new variants for 2023 – but pricing has increased by up to $1550
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2023 Mazda CX-8 review: Australian first drive
Mazda’s updated CX-8 large SUV will play a key role in its local line-up with the orchestrated demise of the broader CX-9
2023 Mitsubishi ASX ES Quick Review
A two-minute guide to the 2023 Mitsubishi ASX ES that carries value as its trump card.
Luxury Car Tax threshold increased for 2023-24
LCT threshold requirements have been lifted again for another financial year
2024 JAC T9 diesel ute in Australia this year, EV version due next year
The affordable faction of the popular dual-cab ute segment will expand soon with a Chinese newcomer, the JAC T9 – set to battle the GWM Ute, LDV T60, and Ssangyong Musso
2024 BMW i5 previewed – and now leaked!
As the all-electric BMW i5 nears production, the brand has been rolling out teasers – but, too late, it’s surfaced on social media.
Tesla ‘Model 2’ teased, big reveal expected soon
Musk has teased the much-anticipated Tesla ‘Model 2’ EV for the second time.
2023 Mazda 6 pricing and features: 20th Anniversary edition, new tech
Mazda’s venerable mid-size sedan and wagon has received an update for 2023, as the nameplate celebrates its 20th year on sale
2023 Mazda 6 review: Australian first drive
Mazda’s venerable mid-sizer challenges its decade-long lifespan with a host of updates for 2023 – and a plush new 20th Anniversary variant
Mazda 6: ‘No intention to abandon medium passenger segment’
Mazda Australia to continue offering the ageing 6 until production stops in Japan
Mazda Australia forecasts 100,000 sales for 2023 as supply levels increase
Triple digits tipped to return for Australia’s second top-selling brand, with strong CX-30, CX-5, CX-9 and BT-50 supply in 2023
2023 Subaru Crosstrek (XV) pricing and features
Subaru’s popular XV small SUV will be replaced in April by its third-generation successor, now wearing Crosstrek badging – but pricing has increased by up to $3000
2023 Subaru Crosstrek (XV) review: First Australian drive
An old favourite with a unique tie-in to Australia gets an identity makeover for 2023… but is the Crosstrek (nee XV) worth the extra money it demands?
Ford’s free Driving Skills for Life is back, focused on night driving
As new data shows the grave risk to young drivers at night, Ford has geared its latest Driving Skills for Life program to driving after sunset.
Lexus confirms ‘yoke’ steering wheel for Australia, ‘should pass ADRs’
Cheaper front-drive electric RZ also ‘not in our plans’; two-tier hybrid LM luxe-van line-up confirmed
Atmo 5.0-litre V8 ‘safe for now’: Lexus Australia
Meanwhile updated LC coupe expected in Australia; seven-seat GX still ‘to be confirmed’
2023 Ford E-Transit pricing and features
Ford’s cult Transit van gets zero-emission electric power… and a six-figure pricetag?
Supercars Darwin Triple Crown
The betr Darwin Triple Crown is hands-down one of the biggest motorsports events going.
2023 Mitsubishi Triton Sport Edition review
Mitsubishi’s MR-generation ute enters the twilight of its sales life with a limited-run Sports Edition, so should you run out and buy the last of this Triton breed?
Why are women under-represented in car safety tests?
Women make up more than half of Australian drivers, yet the crash test dummies don’t account for most of the female population
2023 Subaru Forester, WRX & Outback: 50 Years Edition announced
Subaru Australia has introduced a host of special edition vehicles to commemorate 50 years since it commenced local operations
BYD Seal / Atto 4 electric sedan spied in Sydney ahead of coming launch
The mid-size electric sedan has just gone on sale in its domestic market, ahead of an expected Australian launch in early 2023
Wheels mag May 2023: Face off! Hero utes, halo EVs, hot hatches & hybrid SUVs
It’s the showdown issue, with two-up comparisons across a handful of popular segments. Which one grabs you?
