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Is Toyota planning a cheaper, more compact ute than the HiLux based on the new RAV4?

Senior Toyota executives have flagged the possibility of a more compact, more fuel-efficient ute in a throwback to earlier Toyota work trucks… but the brand’s many other commitments may delay progress.

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Luxury Car Tax: Why it could be gradually phased out rather than quickly junked

The future of the Luxury Car Tax (LCT) is part of negotiations between the Australian government and the EU over trade – but the resale values of Aussie drivers have now entered the chat…

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Ford Everest Black Edition: Striking limited edition 7-seat SUV revealed

The Ford Everest Black Edition brings rugged off-road capability, sleek aesthetics and smart practicality – but numbers will be strictly limited down under.

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MGS5 EV: Latest electric SUV gains top safety rating

The latest addition to MG’s range of SUVs now adds ANCAP’s highest safety rating to its list of attractions.

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Aussies most common driving blunders – and which generation stuffs up the most

A new survey identifies which group of Aussies make the most driving blunders each year – and which mistakes they make the most.

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Win! This 1977 Holden Torana LX Hatch

Get a package for your chance to win this neat Torana hatch with classic DNA, modern punch and a V8 heartbeat, valued at $150,000.

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New Nissan Micra revealed as electric Renault 5 twin

Nissan has leaned on partner Renault for the new generation Micra, which is heavily based on the R5 electric small car.

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Electric vehicle sales dip as hybrid and PHEV demand rises in March

New figures from the Australian Automobile Association’s (AAA) EV Index show battery EV sales fell but hybrids grew – with the BYD Shark 6 a factor in the rise.

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Toyota RAV4 2026: All-hybrid tech plus three distinct looks for classy sixth-gen model

A new-generation plug-in hybrid powertrain and a GR Sport flagship variant headline the more efficient, more refined and more sophisticated sixth-generation RAV4.

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BYD Seal 06 plug-in hybrid edges closer to potential Australian launch

The confirmation of the BYD’s new Camry-sized plug-in hybrid for the UK market has opened the doors for an Australian release.

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Tesla self-driving starts testing in Australia – and even manages a hook turn

The brand’s mission on autonomous driving sees a hands-free Tesla navigating the streets of Melbourne – though the feature is not yet available for use by the public.

Reviews

Mazda CX-80 G40e Pure: Is the base model the best?

Mazda launched the fourth and final member of its large platform line-up locally in November 2024 and it’s been a good seller since. Is the entry-level Pure the CX-80 to choose?

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2025 Mitsubishi Outlander confirms pricing and specs for Australia

Mitsubishi has revealed pricing and specs for the popular Outlander medium SUV, upgraded with local input and available mid-year.

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Kia EV9 review: What you need to know about the large seven-seat electric SUV

The upper large SUV segment is the latest to get the electric treatment in the form of the seven-seat Kia EV9. How does it shape up?

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Toyota RAV4: More teasing images of the new model released ahead of worldwide reveal

A full reveal of the sixth generation Toyota RAV4 is hours away – meanwhile the brand is releasing more teaser images of the updated best-seller.

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Is the Tesla Cybertruck already dead?

The future looks grim for the headline-grabbing Cybertruck, with unsold vehicles piling up on the back of Elon Musk’s controversial pivot into US politics and plummeting resale values.

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Tudor Black Bay Chrono: New model marks 50 years of precision timekeeping

Subtly updated to mark 50 years producing technically excellent chronographs, Tudor launches a new version of its classically proportioned Black Bay Chrono.

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Sedan v SUV: Australians have had a change of heart, but have they made the right choice?

We’ve been impressed by Toyota’s new Camry but should you – like many Australians – ditch the sedan for a hugely popular SUV in the shape of the RAV4? The answer goes straight to the heart of how and why we choose our cars.

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Porsche 911 (992.2) Carrera: What to expect from its mid-life makeover

Wheels works out whether the new Porsche 911 – dubbed the 992.2 generation by the brand, an update on the 992 model released six years ago – is worth the price tag.

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Hyundai Santa Fe XRT: Car vs Road – Warburton to Woods Point

The toughened-up Santa Fe takes on 110km of washboard, potholes and hideous weather in Victoria’s back country.

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BYD Shark 6: The Wheels verdict on the category-busting ute

The BYD Shark 6 has already made an impact in Australia, taking market share off the likes of Ford and Toyota. Andy Enright discovers what all the fuss is about…

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Looking for a new car? Here’s our rundown of the big end-of-financial year discounts

Many car manufacturers have launched pre-end of financial year (EOFY) sales to keep sales momentum going, with big discounts available from multiple brands.

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Why this suburban parking habit has attracted $28K worth of fines

Tension between trailer owners and residents is heating up once again, with one Sydney council swamped with complaints and handing out $28,000 in fines.

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Apple CarPlay’s new version debuts in Aston Martin DBX

New generation of Apple CarPlay can now run across two screens and can control various in-car functions in the latest Aston Martin models.