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The annual Specialty Equipment Market Association, or more commonly known as SEMA, is widely regarded as the one of the world’s largest automotive trade show that attracts more than 2400 car manufacturers and aftermarket parts suppliers from around the world.

Held over four days in the first week of November at the Las Vegas Convention Centre, SEMA is a confluence of nearly every facet of the automotive world, showcasing wild hotrod projects, customised 4×4 big rigs, highly-tuned performance cars, and the latest in electronic gadgets.

With such a wide variety of specialties and genres, the number of aftermarket products featured at SEMA usually number in the thousands with just about any aftermarket automotive product imaginable.

Being a trade-show, SEMA is not open to the public. Instead attendees are required to register themselves as a buyer, exhibitor or media before the show. Official site: https://www.semashow.com

News

Kia bids farewell to the Cerato with the new K4

Kia’s K4 small sedan has been launched in Australia armed with a clean sheet design, a new platform and more technology than the Cerato it replaces.

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Peugeot launches new hybrid SUV in Australia

The third-generation Peugeot 3008 range has gone on sale in Australia with an all-hybrid lineup.

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ANCAP reveals safest cars it tested in 2024

Australian safety organisation ANCAP has announced the highest safety scores of cars it tested in 2024, with a family favourite at the top of the list.

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Kia’s first dedicated EV shows off new styling, greater range

The Kia EV6 is getting a mid-life nip and tuck with updated styling and a larger battery, which is due in Australia in the second quarter of 2025.

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Mazda’s CX-80 SUV stars with new safety rating

Bigger families on the look for a large seven-seat SUV will be buoyed by the new safety rating for the Mazda CX-80 from Australia’s independent new car assessor.

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Wheels newly crowned COTY winner unveils a special drift edition

A new special ‘drift edition’ of the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N – which was recently named Wheels Car of the Year 2024-25 – has been revealed in collaboration with legendary Japanese drift driver Keiichi Tsuchiya

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New GR Yaris M Concept: A preview of Toyota’s sports car plans?

Rumours that Toyota will launch a new-generation MR-2 in the coming years have been bolstered by a mid-engined concept car based on the GR Yaris hot hatchback

Reviews

Mahindra XUV700 Black Edition: Can a seven-seat SUV be stealthy?

A higher spec variant of the Mahindra XUV700 AX7L, the special Black Edition, presents a dark, mysterious facade, but there’s nothing stealthy about its accessible pricing and feature-rich interior

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MG flags fast action on the ‘last’ sub-$20K new car in Australia

MG is in the final weeks of runout sales on its popular MG3 light hatchback which it says is the cheapest new car – and possibly the last – to be priced under $20K in Australia

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Your next Mercedes-Benz wants to talk about that restaurant you like

The coming Mercedes-Benz CLA will use Google AI assistance as part of the brand’s updated MBUX Virtual Assistant, letting users carry on a conversation about where the best oysters, for example, can be found in cities around the world…

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2026 Tesla Model S imagined with Model Y’s new face

If Tesla gives its big Model S yet another facelift, could the Model Y be our best hint at how it might look?

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VIDEO: Nissan reveals electric R32 Skyline conversion

Nissan has revealed an electric-converted R32 Skyline GT-R at the 2025 Tokyo Auto Salon, replacing the iconic RB26 engine with a dual-motor EV setup

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2025 Skoda Enyaq facelift revealed, Australian launch coming soon

The updated Škoda Enyaq Coupé 85 offers up to 596km of range, faster charging, and refreshed styling with the new Modern Solid design

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2025 Chery Omoda E5 EV pricing drops to $37K as a ‘New Year bonus’

Chery Australia has cut $6K off the Omoda E5 electric SUV, making it the most affordable electric SUV in Australia – for now

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2025 BYD Dolphin dives below $30K, Atto 3 pricing reduced

BYD has introduced new Essential variants of the Dolphin and Atto 3, offering lower prices by trimming features, with orders opening soon in Australia

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2025 Isuzu MU-X facelift revealed

The 2025 edition of the popular large SUV is expected to hit Australian shores in the first quarter of 2025.

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Big 2025 Tesla Model Y facelift revealed ahead of Australian debut

As its best-selling model, Tesla has given the Model Y a more comprehensive makeover to set it apart from its twin, the Model 3.

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Australia’s top 20 best-selling cars in 2024

The Ford Ranger and Toyota HiLux continue to dominate the Aussie car market, but what else is going on? Here are the top sellers.

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TAG Heuer’s Grand Return to Formula 1

The famous Swiss luxury brand will become Formula One’s Official Timekeeper once more next year, continuing its long, storied association with motorsport’s main event.

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Honda 0 Series SUV and ‘Saloon’ wagon shown off at CES

Honda’s upcoming 0 Series of electric vehicles comes a step closer with this week’s Consumer Electronics Show, but there’s still much to be known

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Honda’s Sony Afeela EV will cost $145K, travel up to 480km

Two iconic Japanese brands are going in together on a new brand, but it’ll be very exclusive – and very expensive.

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New Electric Cars for Australia: Every EV for 2025 & beyond ⚡

The EV revolution is gaining strength in Australia, which means greater diversity and choice for buyers

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2025 Genesis GV60 facelift revealed, Australian debut confirmed

Genesis has revealed its first major GV60 update with subtly refreshed styling, new tech, and a scheduled Australian launch in late 2025.

Features

Driven to extinction: Peugeot 508

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