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Wheels December 2026 issue is now on sale

The new MG IM5 challenges the Mercedes-Benz CLA in our cover comparison, plus Jaguar’s future, driving the Bathurst winner and more.

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Mad Max meets modern art in National Gallery’s new car-themed exhibition

From a woven Toyota HiLux to a cigarette-covered Jaguar, a major exhibition explores the automobile’s cultural influence.

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How McLaren thief’s stupidity paved the way for furious owner to recover his car using social media

A crook who stole a McLaren 750S Spider did the unthinkable with the supercar just after nicking it.

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Think a 10-minute charge time is fast? Drivers in China can get a new battery installed in less than three minutes without leaving their car

Owners of one Chinese brand’s products can sit back and relax in the driver’s seat while they get a brand new battery at a fully automated station.

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The Ferraris from Miami Vice are two of TV’s most famous cars. Now we know which one’s being used in the big-budget movie remake

Miami Vice redefined TV cop shows because of its casting, direction and wardrobe… and the scene-stealing presence of two Ferraris.

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2027 Chery Stockman priced from $52,990 as hybrid ute undercuts many of its rivals

Chery has announced pricing for its first ute in Australia, with the Stockman offering 350kW, 800Nm and up to 100km of electric driving range.

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Suzuki gives customers 10 per cent off some of its most popular models… but only if they buy a certain colour

Suzuki is offering the discount on the Jimny, Swift, Fronx and more.

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Revealed: Desperate plan to keep the Cybertruck alive as Elon Musk gives customers a lifeline

Tesla’s Cybertruck could live on under an ambitious plan, as Musk confirms production will continue longer than expected.

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BYD has a win in legal battle with Jaguar Land Rover over copycat allegations

A court ruling in the Netherlands has gone the way of BYD as it battles accusations from JLR.

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Big changes are coming for the 2028 Honda CR-V – including going hybrid-only

Honda’s popular CR-V medium SUV is preparing for a major overhaul, with a new platform, improved hybrid technology and fresh styling all on the way.

Turquoise BYD SUV driving quickly on a highway, motion blur in the background and foreground edges imply high speed.
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EV tax break and home battery grants are under threat, reports say

The federal government’s plan to find budget savings could be putting EV-friendly subsidies at risk, according to a new report.

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GWM confirms it’s bringing the plug-in hybrid Haval H10 large SUV to Australia

The Haval H10 features seven seats, tough styling and plug-in hybrid power to the tune of 440kW.

Blue BMW sedan in motion on a mountain highway, guardrail to the side and alpine peaks in the distance.
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All-electric BMW i3 sets charging efficiency record on 6000km trip – beating the old mark by a staggering seven hours

The BMW i3 went from one of Europe’s northernmost points all the way to the southern tip of Spain.

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2027 GWM Ora 5 Plus confirmed for Australia as an affordable Tesla Model Y rival

GWM is preparing to expand its Australian electric lineup with a Ora 5 Plus medium SUV, potentially offering family-friendly practicality for a cheap price.

Three-quarter front view of a metallic gray Hyundai Tucson SUV parked in a sunlit concrete enclosure, showing its bold front fascia and black alloy wheels.
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Top politician claims Hyundai wanted to invest $1 billion in Aussie factory before deal was botched

According to a leader touted as a possible future NSW premier, Hyundai pulled out after negotiations were botched.

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Geely reaches a big milestone down under after not even two years of selling cars in Australia

The move from Geely comes as it continues to climb up the Australian sales charts.

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Australia’s most expensive and cheapest parking revealed as one city charges $32 an hour

The gulf between the dearest and most affordable parking in the country is huge.

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Revealed: The infuriating rule stopping Aussie EV owners from using their cars to drive down their power bills

Owning an EV could help Australians slash their electricity bills, but a little-known restriction is preventing some owners from doing so.

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BYD files a patent for bizarre microcar – and we’ve predicted what it could look like

BYD could be preparing to take on the Smart #2 with a tiny two-door city runabout featuring unusual styling and an almost symmetrical design.

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Hongqi unveils its E-HS9 luxury SUV for less than $150,000 – and details ambitious Aussie plans with a possible all-electric ute

Hongqi – which is going by HQ down under – isn’t holding back with its Aussie expansion plans.

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2027 Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series gets emissions tech update and a price increase

Toyota’s legendary LC 70 Series has returned to showrooms with cleaner diesel technology, but buyers will have to pay more for the privilege.

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Rimac kills off its Nevera hypercar less than halfway through its planned production run

Founder Mate Rimac has announced the end of the Nevera, and despite its early axing, he’s happy with the model.

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Changan confirms its cut-price Deepal S05 SUV is coming to Australia

The Deepal S05 should compete with rivals like the BYD Atto3 and Geely EX5.

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Little known reason Aussies can be refused fuel at some servos

Some petrol retailers are using technology to identify certain customers they won’t automatically sell their product to.