Engine conversions
A cornerstone of our sport since time immemorial, and a world that’s only getting wider as manufacturers pump out huge-horsepower crate engines. From big-blocks to Barras, LS combos of all sorts, and Godzillas, you’ll find helpful info here no matter your transplant of choice.
Tech explained: Electric vehicle battery swapping
Tesla thinks it’s a joke, but Chinese EV upstart Nio is betting billions on autonomous battery ‘swap stations’ that could pull the plug on roadside recharging
Porsche 928 restomod unveiled with modern makeover
Nardone Automotive has revealed its contemporary take on the classic Porsche 928
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Mercedes models under recall: S and C Class, GLE, GLC, EQC and GLS affected
A number of the carmaker’s models are under recall this month for various reasons
European Union ICE ban upheld, set to come into effect by 2035
Members of the European Parliament voted against easing emissions reduction targets
Genesis ‘JE’ G60 electric hatch reportedly coming for 2023 launch
More than three years on, the tiny electric Genesis Mint concept is rumoured to become a reality
2021-2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5, Kia EV6 recalled
The Korean twins have been recalled over an identical fault
2023 BMW M2 review: Prototype first drive
As the new BMW M2 nears its big debut, we’ve given a camouflaged pre-production example a proper workout on the track
Wheels Media welcomes Jez Spinks and appoints Andy Enright editor of Wheels
New appointments to the Wheels Media team announced to power our new-car content to greater heights in digital, video and print
Honda Australia sales rebound to pre-agency model levels
It’s taken less than a year for Honda’s local sales to surpass last year’s numbers
Agency model ‘biggest threat to the automotive dealership industry’, conference hears
The Agency model is being touted as one of the biggest threats to Australia’s automotive dealership industry according to one law firm
Apple CarPlay dives deeper into car infotainment for late 2023
Chasing Google’s new tight integration with a number of carmakers, Apple has revealed plans to expand its CarPlay system further into your dash
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Kia Stinger hits record sales
Rumours the Stinger is on borrowed time are not being backed up by strong local sales
Car dealerships of the future could sell home solar and battery packs
Solutions to go off the grid are being touted as the next accessories to be sold by automotive dealers
Stellantis to pay $300 million after pleading guilty in US emissions cheating saga
A multi-year probe into FCA’s emissions fraud has resulted in a plea deal by Stellantis
Kia Sorento and Sportage SUVs recalled
More than 30,000 cars pose a fire risk
2023 Hyundai Venue facelift previewed and ‘leaked’
The compact Venue, a top seller in the ‘light SUV’ segment, is coming in for a makeover
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Mazda Australia sales plummet in May as Kia takes number two spot
It was a tough month for the normally solid Japanese car company
Hyundai Bluelink system announced for Australia
Debuting with the 2023 Palisade, every new Hyundai will eventually use the app
VFACTS May 2022: New car sales labour towards one million
Australia’s new-car market posted a small year-on-year swing towards negative growth in May’s election month, with continuing gains for ‘green’ cars and an even greater majority for the Toyota party
1:8 scale Lego Ferrari Daytona SP3 revealed
The 3778-piece set boasts a working eight-speed sequential gearbox
