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.
2019 Toyota Landcruiser 200 updated
Toyota brings a safety and tech-boost for the Landcruiser GXL and VX
2019 Ford Endura pricing and features
Three-variant line-up kicks off Ford’s large SUV newcomer from $44,990
Renault Australia puts hand up for Captur plug-in hybrid
Renault has announced its intent to bring more electrified models to market by 2020, and the French automaker’s Australian office has its hand up for an electron-munching SUV
VFACTS – Australia’s most popular cars and SUVs in September
Which cars and SUVs are Australians buying the most right now? We give you a segment-by-segment rundown
Mazda’s resurrected rotary adds colour to an increasingly monochrome engine landscape
It’s not the enfant terrible some were hoping for, but a returning rotary engine rekindles a bloodline of performance potential
Mazda reveals plans for all-electric model, rotary-powered hybrid
The Japanese carmaker says it expects 95 percent of the cars it sells in 2030 will be hybrid, with the remaining five percent being purely electric
Next-generation BMW 3 Series revealed: Paris Motor Show 2018
BMW unveils the latest iteration of its mainstay midsize sedan, highlighting dramatic improvements both inside and out
2019 Mercedes Benz B-Class revealed: 2018 Paris Motor Show
Mercedes-Benz has revealed the next-generation B-Class at Paris, showing off a versatile MPV that adds some much-needed visual bling to what’s long been considered Benz’s most ho-hum offering
2018 Nissan Juke scores cosmetic upgrades, Juke Nismo around the corner
Nissan Australia adds some visual flair to its already-extroverted compact crossover
Volkswagen boosts warranty to five years… but not for long
The temporary offer applies to all new VWs and could eventually become permanent
Top 5: Turbo triples
These are the most powerful three-pots on sale in Australia
2018 Mini Cooper review
Base-model Cooper gets a technology update, a new gearbox and some cosmetic glitter to keep it fresh
2019 Volkswagen Amarok Ultimate 580 review
The Volkswagen Amarok Ultimate 580 is the new performance flagship of VW’s impressive dual-cab ute range
Rising petrol prices spark calls for reduced retail margins and tax reductions
Rising petrol prices spark calls for reduced retail margins and tax reductions
2019 Volkswagen Ultimate 580 V6 price and features announced
Volkswagen Australia has brought a muscle-bound version of its Amarok utility to our shores
2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Diesel v BMW X3 xDrive20d comparison review
It’s a Euro diesel-SUV showdown with the Italian challenger taking on one of Germany’s best
2019 Peugeot 508, 3008 plug-in hybrids announced
French automaker lifts the lid on its first wave of electrified cars
2018 Toyota Corolla Ascent Sport v Mazda 3 Touring comparison review
In this top-of-the-sales-table showdown we put all-new, entry-level Corolla up against its similarly priced Mazda 3 rival
Porsche drops diesel engines
The German sportscar maker has officially canned the diesel versions of its Panamera sports sedan, Macan and Cayenne SUVs – and says it won’t use diesel tech in any future models
2019 Mazda CX-5 2.5 turbo locked in for Australia
Less than half a year after its most recent update, Mazda’s popular CX-5 gets set to receive a powerful turbocharged petrol engine option
Could selling your car be as easy as 1, 2, 3?
Imagine if selling your car was as simple as staying home and using an app.
2018 Volvo XC60 T8 Long Term Review
Well knock us down with a feather, Wheels’ COTY champ is actually quite XC-lent
2018 BMW X3 xDrive20d review
The most affordable BMW X3 diesel puts comfort and practicality ahead of performance, which isn’t necessarily a bad thing
2015 Honda Civic Type-R First Drive Review
Honda’s hot hatch hero returns. Massively fast, brilliant handling, with slightly OTT looks.
