Performance Car Podcast
New survey discovers the parking act that most infuriates Australians
A new study reveals Australia’s biggest neighbourhood grievance when it comes to cars.
Toyota LandCruiser 300 Performance Hybrid review: Does the new powertrain deliver?
Toyota’s new Performance Hybrid gives the LandCruiser 300 the extra muscle owners wanted, delivering stronger towing performance and effortless off-road punch.
Volkswagen’s list of under-threat models includes high-volume and surprisingly new models
News that Volkswagen may be preparing to cull underperforming models has firmed up, with a leaked list of vehicles that could be cut.
Customer sues Ford over Trump tariffs; wants a share of US$1.3 billion
A Ford Mustang Mach-E buyer is suing Ford for a partial refund following the US Supreme Court’s ruling on President Trump’s tariffs
Ford issues recall for previously recalled Ranger and Everest models
A transmission software issue has led to a recall for over 2500 Ford Ranger and Ford Everest vehicles that were recalled previously for the same issue.
2027 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy Black Ink returns as range-topping model
Hyundai has given the luxurious Palisade Calligraphy a black-pack styling upgrade to sit atop its model range.
Australia’s ‘worst roundabout’ set for $200m overhaul – but will it work?
Long-delayed upgrade to notorious Sydney Olympic Park intersection will replace roundabout with traffic lights in bid to ease gridlock and improve safety.
EVs and PHEVs now outsell ICE vehicles in one place in Australia
One Australian territory has reached critical mass in plug-in electric vehicle uptake, now accounting for 55 per cent of all new cars sold.
Hyundai Kona Hybrid Elite review: New mid-spec grade brings extra features in reach
Hyundai recently revised the line-up of its Kona small SUV, with a new mid-spec Elite model now featuring. Is it the Kona model to choose?
Geely EX2: Bargain electric hatchback priced for Australia
Australia will have a new cheap electric hatchback to choose from in late July when the Geely EX2 launches, priced from just $26,490 plus on-road costs.
Volkswagen’s drastic restructure plans hit a roadblock
Volkswagen’s sweeping restructuring plans have hit a hurdle after the company’s supervisory board rejected proposals for factory closures and deeper job cuts.
Genesis GV60 adds high performance 478kW Magma model
The first production model from Genesis’ new Magma performance sub brand has been launched locally: the GV60 Magma is now available to order.
Chery Stockman: Performance, range and features revealed for new diesel plug-in hybrid ute
Details about the Chery Stockman, including its performance, electric range, dimensions and features, have finally been revealed on the brand’s website.
Toyota bZ4X Touring review: New AWD model boosts size at expense of range
Can extra space, all-wheel drive and more power finally give Toyota’s bZ4X the momentum it needs?
Aussie state rolls out ‘shadow’ police cars to catch dangerous drivers
New low-profile highway patrol fleet aims to target speeding, drink and drug driving across metropolitan and regional South Australia.
Six standouts from the 2026 Goodwood Festival of Speed
From V10-powered hypercars to electric sports cars and future supercars, these are the machines stealing the spotlight at this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed.
Hyundai Palisade Elite review: New entry spec model makes practical family SUV more attractive
The Hyundai Palisade impressed us in top-spec Calligraphy form when it launched, now it’s time to give the new entry-level Elite model a run…
The Wheels Interview: Ron Harrop, Australian motoring’s Mr Fix-It
Ron Harrop’s 60-year career as a designer, engineer and tinkerer saw him work with some of the biggest names in the automotive industry
BYD offers refunds after model-year mix-up affects Australian buyers
The fast-growing EV brand says administrative error affected more than 1,200 customers, with full refunds offered despite vehicles being mechanically identical.
From the Wheels Archive: Granny Turismo – the 10 best cars your grandma drove
These favourites of the blue-rinse set packed some perm-straightening performance.
10 forgotten ‘luxury’ cars that didn’t quite capture the imagination
When you think of luxury cars, there are some obvious contenders, but some mainstream brands have tried – and largely failed – to offer something more upmarket.
Modern Classic: BMW E60 M5, a sedan like no other
BMW threw away the rulebook when it created the fourth-generation M5, an audacious yet utterly beguiling V10-powered executive sedan that still sets pulses racing.
JAC Hunter launches as Australia’s cheapest but also most powerful PHEV ute
Another plug-in hybrid ute has joined the market in the form of the JAC Hunter. But it’s also the most powerful of the genre, and capable of towing 3500kg.
2027 Land Rover Defender updated with new variants, new equipment
Land Rover has given the Defender range one of its most comprehensive updates since the new-generation model first appeared in 2019, but don’t expect a sudden departure from established themes.
