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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

Geely Starray EM-i gains bigger battery and longer EV range for soon-to-arrive model

Updated plug-in hybrid SUV adds larger 29.8kWh battery, faster charging and nearly 1000km claimed driving range.

Comparisons

Nissan X-Trail v Mazda CX-5: Medium-size SUVs go head-to-head in hard-fought segment

Upgraded for 2026, the Nissan X-Trail is primed to take the fight to one of the segment favourites, the Mazda CX-5, which is nearing the end of its life as a new model looms on the horizon

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Ford plans fightback with Fiesta return and new SUVs

Five new models due by 2029 as Ford rebuilds its shrinking European line-up with electric and hybrid vehicles.

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Electric BMW 1 Series will target next generation of buyers

BMW wants to appeal to a younger demographic, with both internal combustion and electric power available for the fourth generation of the popular 1 Series.

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Jaguar tests Type 01 prototype on Monaco Formula E circuit

Electric four-door GT draws on Formula E technology as Jaguar prepares to unveil its first model in a new era later this year.

Man using mobile phone whilst driving
News

Aussie state closes mobile phone fine loophole after thousands challenge penalties

New laws now explicitly ban drivers from resting phones on their bodies, ending legal uncertainty around camera-issued fines.

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AI integration is coming to cars and could change the way you do everything

The stilted voice commands for car control could be replaced by fluid conversations, adaptable interactions, and smarter problem-solving to help you get around.

2017 Subaru XV boot space
Advice

Boot sizes of Australia’s favourite SUVs

Not all SUV models are created equal when it comes to the cargo department, so how big is the boot on each of our best-selling SUV models in each category?

Comparisons

GWM Tank 300 Hi4-T vs Denza B5: Spec Battle

Large SUVs with off-road capability are moving quickly into the era of electrification. Two of the plug-in hybrid frontrunners are the Tank 300 PHEV and Denza B5 – so which wins on spec?

News

BMW revives Alpina as luxury performance brand with dramatic V8 concept

New Vision BMW Alpina previews a more exclusive future positioned between BMW and Rolls-Royce.

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Ferrari unveils exclusive HC25 one-off roadster for serious collectors

Special Projects division creates bespoke V8-powered supercar inspired by the F80 hypercar and classic coachbuilt Ferraris.

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Volkswagen’s first electric ID. Polo GTI takes aim at hot hatch purists

New ID. Polo GTI combines front-wheel-drive dynamics, adaptive suspension and fast charging as Volkswagen prepares its electric performance future.

Features

Cars that won’t make it to 2027

Some heavy-hitters among driving enthusiasts will be pulled from the market during this year.

Classic Wheels

From the Wheels archive: Escort RS2000 – Ford’s mini muscle car

When Ford crammed a punchy 2.0-litre into just 916kg of Escort, it created a mini muscle car legend.

Features

Top 10 cheapest medium SUVs you can buy in Australia right now

If you’re in the market for a new SUV to serve the family, but want to keep a lid on expenses, here are the 10 cheapest medium SUVs you can buy in Australia.

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BYD aiming to topple Kia Carnival with new M9 people mover in Australia

Government approval has been given for BYD to tackle the Kia Carnival with its new M9 people mover that features a plug-in hybrid drivetrain.

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Mercedes-Benz adds black-pack special editions to E-Class range

The E300 Night Edition and AMG E53 Dark Carbon Edition bring popular ‘black edition’ styling touches for a limited time.

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Ram 1500 Express Black Edition: New entry-level grade joins best-selling truck range

The new entry-level version of the Ram 1500, dubbed the Black Express, lowers the price of entry into the 1500 range significantly.

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Honda previews new hybrid sedan and Acura SUV as part of major electrified push

Japanese brand confirms 15 new hybrid models by 2030 as it doubles down on petrol-electric technology alongside next-generation driver assistance systems.

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Next-generation GWM Haval H6 revealed ahead of early 2027 Australian release

The covers have been lifted off the next-generation GWM Haval H6, which is due in Australia in early 2027 with a larger body and more in-car tech.

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European luxury cars leapfrogged in sales by Chinese upstart

A landslide in sales sees a brand that’s not even one year old outsell luxury sedans like the Mercedes-Benz S-Class and BMW 7 Series.

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Second ‘House of Denza’ opens in Sydney exclusively for customers of the brand

The House of Denza premium spaces have added a second location, with a new Sydney space opened exclusively for the use of Denza owners.

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Subaru slashes pricing of Solterra and Trailseeker electric SUVs

Subaru has taken the scalpel to Australian pricing for its Solterra and Trailseeker electric SUVs, with lower price tags than before of up to $4000.

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What does it cost to get a licence in every state of Australia?

The cost of getting your driver’s licence varies greatly depending on your location, according to new research from a professional driving instructor finder, as does the time required to become fully licensed.