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Opinion

Politics and safety policy: The deadliest piece of the road toll

The problem with putting politicians in charge of road safety is that we end up with politics, not policy

Features

Modern Classic: Lamborghini Murcielago LP670-4 Super Veloce

The Lamborghiniest?

News

Driven to extinction: Ford Escape

Anonymous SUV performs a vanishing act

News

Wheels Inbox: Monster trucks, unloved Honda, and the kids are alright

Paul laments a new era of massive American trucks in Australia, young Ashton worries all of his fave cars of 2023 will be junk by the time he can own one, and Mark catches us out on our Mazda infotainment homework

News

Mazda will look to Toyota for its EV electronics

The two Japanese makers seek to share development of their on-board systems.

News

Wheels catch-up: Best electric sedan, Volvo & GWM models coming, Kona EV driven

Here are the stories that made headlines this week

Advice

Modern Classic: Honda Civic Type R FN2

Is it about time the FN2 Type R shared the love?

News

Would you pay less for fewer ANCAP stars?

Would you buy a car if it was more affordable but didn’t have a five-star safety rating?

Advice

Retro series: 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider

Here’s to you, Mrs Robinson: Alfa Romeo’s seductive roadster has aged beautifully

News

Recall roundup: Tesla, Volkswagen, Ford, Mercedes-Benz

New recalls issued for the Tesla Model 3 and Model Y, Volkswagen Caddy, Ford F-150 and Transit Custom, and Mercedes-Benz midsize vans

Reviews

2024 Ford Everest Wildtrak review: Dad weekender drive

The Ford Everest gets the Wildtrak makeover

News

This is the new 2024 Volkswagen Golf!

Images of the facelifted Volkswagen Golf small car have leaked online, confirming revised styling and more technology

News

POLL: 2025 Subaru Brumby imagined, but which version would you prefer?

Subaru has said it has no plans to return to the Brumby, but what if the new Hyundai Santa Cruz and Ford Maverick utes were just too much to ignore..?

News

Victoria refunds $7 million to EV owners following ‘unconstitutional’ tax – UPDATE

Electric vehicle owners in Victoria will be refunded with interest after state-based zero-emission vehicle taxes were declared “invalid”

News

Tesla Model Y is Europe’s best-selling vehicle

Model Y was the only EV-only vehicle inside the top 30!

Reviews

2024 Hyundai Kona Electric review: Australian first drive

This is the one: Hyundai’s best chance yet at continuing its growth not only in petrol and diesel, but also in the new electrified world – where ‘affordable small EV’ has been all but surrendered to China.

News

2024 Hyundai Kona Electric pricing and features: Cheaper entry for new EV

Hyundai Australia delivers a sharper entry price for larger, second-generation Kona Electric, available in two grades with standard or extended-range options

News

RMIT welcomes Victoria’s adoption of digital licences but flags security concerns

The results of a pilot program in regional Victoria shows a willingness to embrace technology for driver’s licenses.

News

Ford F-150 Lightning Raptor?! Switchgear concept hints at new hero model

The Ford F-150 Switchgear is a muscled up off-road weapon that electrifies the Raptor spirit.

News

Nissan confirms customer details published to dark web after cyberattack

A ransomware gang has claimed ownership of the attack which stole 100GB of sensitive information

Reviews

2024 Subaru Crosstrek AWD Hybrid L: Quick Review

Off-road hybrid? We’re listening…

News

This 1971 Ford GTHO Phase III just sold for $350,000

An Aussie icon went under the hammer today but it fell well short of previous auction results

News

2024 Hyundai Kona Electric N Line revealed, confirmed for Australia

No performance enhancements for sportier-looking Kona Electric N Line due in Australia later in 2024

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News

Climate Council highlights benefits of EVs for saving on road trip costs

Australian climate body provides insights on how Aussie travellers can lessen the bank pain