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GWM Tank 500 3.0TD review: A serious challenger to the off-road establishment

GWM fires a muscly 3.0-litre turbo-diesel across the off-road bows of the Everest, Prado and MU-X triumvirate.
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Alfa Romeo Tonale review: Flawed beauty is full of improvements but falls into the style over substance trap

Just three years after the launch of the original, the Alfa Romeo Tonale has been given a heavy makeover. But is it enough to improve the breed?
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GWM Cannon Alpha 3.0TD review: Supersized engine and off-road chops give newcomer the firepower to fight Ranger and HiLux

GWM takes aim at the established dual-order with a new 3.0-litre turbo-diesel that outmuscles its rivals
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Revealed: Australia’s top 10 most fuel-efficient SUVs as petrol and diesel prices shoot up again

SUVs remain wildly popular in Australia. But with petrol and diesel prices spiking, what’s your best bet for saving at the bowser? We’ve got you covered…
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McLaren W1: Mid-engined V8 hypercar aims to win on both road and track

The famous brand adopts a lightweight ‘less is more’ mantra – and a 1258bhp (938kW) electrically assisted V8 – for its latest Ultimate Series hypercar.
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Neue Klasse – the cars that saved BMW

In 1959, BMW was staring down the barrel of the bankruptcy gun until an entirely Neue Klasse of cars turned around its fortunes.
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Forthing Taikon 5 review: Newcomer has the price and potential to make its mark in the medium SUV market – but some problems need fixing

Forthing is the latest Chinese brand to arrive in Australia, but does its Taikon 5 medium SUV offer enough to stand out from the crowd?
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Small & Mighty: The unique appeal of V4 engines in motoring history

Cheap to build and easy to maintain, the inline-four has been a mainstay of automotive engineering for more than 100 years. So why did these carmakers throw away the four-cylinder rulebook?
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2026 Toyota LandCruiser Prado GX review: Is the cheapest Prado actually the best?

The entry-level Prado GX skips some luxuries, but its huge five-seat boot, comfortable ride and lower price could make it the sweet spot of the range.
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10 beloved car features that have completely disappeared

From pop-up headlights to cigarette lighters, these once-common car features have all but vanished from new models in the Australian market.
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The Wheels Interview: Nigel Tait, one of the Aussies behind Jack Brabham’s F1 success

From a tin shed in Melbourne’s ‘Lavatory Lane’ to the top of the F1 world; how Nigel Tait helped shape Australia’s greatest motor racing triumph.
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Hyundai Palisade XRT Pro review: Big family SUV gets its hands muddy

Hyundai’s first crack at a proper off-roader is a good one, bringing hardware upgrades that add some genuine off-road ability.

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What Mazda has in store for Australia in 2027 and beyond

From new electric SUVs to hybrid technology and major updates for its flagship models, Mazda has plenty planned for Australia through 2027 and beyond.
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Comparisons

Comparison: Kia Picanto v BYD Atto 1, a contest between two of Australia’s most affordable cars

Two answers to the same question – what is Australia’s most affordable car?
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Peter Brock died 20 years ago today. Here’s the real ‘Peter Perfect’, described by the people who knew him best…

On the 20th anniversary of his death on September 8, 2006, Paul Gover talks to some of those who were closest to Australia’s most legendary motor racing personality during his extraordinary life.
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Best Large SUVS 2026 – Off-road

Serious off-road hardware meets family practicality, towing muscle and modern luxury in our toughest large SUV contenders for 2026.
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Best Large SUVs

Best Large SUVs 2026 – Luxury

From electric innovation and luxury to performance and serious off-road ability, these are the standout premium large SUVs of 2026.
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Best Large SUVs

Best Large SUVs 2026 – Hybrid

Efficiency, electrified performance and family practicality come together as we assess the standout hybrid large SUVs of 2026.
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Best Large SUVs

Best Large SUVs 2026 – Electric

From family-friendly seven-seaters to high-performance luxury flagships, these electric large SUVs showcase the best battery-powered choices available in 2026.
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Best Large SUVs

Best Large SUVs 2026 – Value

Sharp pricing, generous equipment and low running costs characterise our contenders for the best-value large SUV crown in 2026.
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Honda ZR-V e:HEV LX review: Tweaks make the underrated hybrid SUV even better

Honda’s underrated ZR-V gets even better with a small update, but how does it compare to rivals that are both larger and cheaper to buy?
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Jaecoo J8 SHS-P review: Extra seats and PHEV system lift it to higher ground

The Jaecoo J8 is a great value SUV, but its petrol/five-seat layout meant that it lacked appeal. The new SHS-P Summit model aims to change that and make it a serious player in the large SUV segment…
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Features

10 Wheels Car of the Year winners you may have forgotten

Wheels Car of the Year traces an incredible history back over more than six decades. Some superstars stand out, while some winners are easily overlooked… as we approach another year of testing for the world’s longest-running car award, here are some of the lesser-light winners.
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10 cars that were killed off by SUVs in Australia

As Australians fell in love with SUVs, some of our favourite sedans, wagons, hatchbacks and people movers quietly disappeared.

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