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Treasurer confirms fuel excise cut will end Sunday as motorists face higher prices at the bowser
Temporary discount introduced during the Middle East conflict will expire from Monday, despite speculation it could be extended again.
Tesla’s Cybertruck likened to the Ford Edsel, motoring’s most famous flop
Once hailed by Elon Musk as Tesla’s “best product ever”, the radical electric pick-up is now being compared with Ford’s ill-fated Edsel as sales fall well short of expectations.
Australia’s worst crash hotspots revealed
New insurance claims data identifies the nation’s busiest crash locations, with Victoria home to nine of Australia’s top 10 accident blackspots.
GWM outmuscles Ford with new 3.0-litre turbo-diesel engine
GWM Australia has finally released performance figures for its new 3.0-litre turbo-diesel engine, offering more torque than Ford’s V6 diesel.
Volkswagen prices new flagship Walkinshaw-developed Amarok W600
New dual-cab combines locally developed suspension, V6 diesel power and premium equipment, with pricing above the Ford Ranger Raptor.
Coles plugs into EV boom with fast-charger rollout at supermarkets
Up to 30 Coles stores will gain high-speed EV chargers over the next two years as the supermarket giant looks to make grocery shopping more convenient for electric vehicle owners.
BYD Australia expects Seal 6 station wagon to outsell sedan
BYD Australia is expecting to sell more station wagons than sedans of its new Seal 6 mid-sized plug-in hybrid model.
BYD Australia says June sales success won’t be repeated any time soon
BYD Australia has downplayed suggestions that it could topple Toyota’s new car sales dominance.
Subaru hints at return of STI performance heroes with trio of new petrol-powered models
Japanese brand teases three high-performance combustion models, including potential next-generation WRX and BRZ successors, as it looks to revive its enthusiast credentials.
Aussie state launches review of dangerous driving laws amid calls for tougher penalties
State government to examine whether existing offences and penalties go far enough to hold dangerous drivers accountable after fatal crashes.
Ultra-low kilometre Ferrari 458 Speciale to go under the hammer in Australia
Rare 2015 naturally aspirated Ferrari has travelled just 1330km and is expected to attract strong interest from local and international collectors.
Wheels August 2026 issue now on sale!
Our exhaustive real-world PHEV SUV test headlines an August issue 2026 packed with comparisons, first drives, exclusive interviews, performance heroes, classics and industry insight.
Toyota head warns ‘it cannot survive’ as iconic Corolla is positioned for EV option
A behind-the-scenes documentary reveals Toyota’s push to reinvent its best-selling model as executives warn against complacency in the face of rising Chinese competition.
Honda previews next-gen Ridgeline ute as Australian launch remains possible
Third-generation dual-cab confirmed for launch within two years, with tougher styling, new hybrid power and the possibility of right-hand drive still under consideration.
Mercedes-Benz could be banned from US in crackdown on Chinese-owned carmakers
Senate-backed bill targeting Chinese ownership could affect the German luxury brand unless changes are made or an exemption is granted.
Neil Crompton, the voice of Aussie motorsport, tipped for return in new role
Supercars commentator and Hall of Famer spotted filming what appears to be the latest instalment of Repco’s annual ‘Bringin’ the Bathurst’ television campaign.
Sign of the times? Ford partners with China’s Geely to save its Spanish factory
Ford and Geely have announced a groundbreaking partnership for Geely to use Ford’s Valencia plant, co-developing future models together in a move which will ensure the facility’s continued viability.
Mandatory lane-keep assist tech required in Australia from 2029
Technology to prevent unintended lane departures will be required on new cars sold in Australia from 2029…as autonomous emergency braking requirements also step up.
Mercedes-AMG adds more aggressive special CLE 53 Edition R to line-up
A new special Edition R variant of the Mercedes-AMG CLE 53 4Matic+ has been added, which adds extra features for only $1000 over the regular model.
AI-generated vehicle repairs on the increase in alarming new trend
Car owners are turning to generative AI for solutions to car maintenance issues, but could be running up bigger repair bills in the process.
Tesla profits dive despite reaching top spot in Australian new car sales… as AI eats into margins
Tesla’s earnings report for the second quarter of 2026 reveals strong vehicle sales globally, but pressures on profitability.
Why XPeng sees Australia as the perfect place for its flying cars tech
While XPeng only sells electric cars in Australia right now, that could change within a few years as it sets sights on introducing its unique flying cars technology as well.
One state leads Australia’s car accident tally by an alarming rate
A new study has revealed that drivers in Australia’s poorest-performing state are three times more likely to be involved in a car accident than in its best.
2026 Nissan Z price and specs: Z Nismo manual headed Down Under
Updates to the Nissan Z sports coupe are set to hit Aussie shores soon, with the Nismo hero adding a manual option.
