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.
Hertz Polestar and Tesla electric car rentals prove popular for extended test drives
International rental car giant Hertz says its increasingly electric fleet could help drive EV adoption now, and in the used market
Ford Puma EV to debut in 2024
Although the Fiesta has been axed, the Ford Puma will live on with an all-electric version expected in 2024
Waze launches on Android Automotive…but for Renaults only
Five years after Android Automotive launched, the Waze navigation app will finally be available – but it’ll only be for Renaults
Australian Government funds largest electric truck delivery fleet trial
Your next ‘last mile’ parcel delivery in Sydney might be from an all-electric truck, but it’ll need to wait after this Christmas
2023 BMW X1 obtains five-star ANCAP safety rating
ANCAP has rated the BMW’s entry-level SUV the full five-stars, though the pure-electric version remains untested
2023 LDV Mifa 9 EV people-mover receives five-star ANCAP safety rating
ANCAP has rated the Mifa 9 electric people-mover the full five-stars, but not the petrol-powered Mifa
2023 Isuzu D-Max, MU-X and Mazda BT-50 score minor safety updates, revised ANCAP rating
ANCAP has reassessed the related Isuzu D-Max, MU-X and Mazda BT-50 twins following changes to the driver’s knee airbag and instrument panel design
Toyota reveals Corolla Cross hydrogen concept with GR Corolla engine
The popular Corolla Cross small SUV has been fitted with a hydrogen powertrain, but uncannily uses an engine from a hot hatch
2012-18 Lexus IS, RC and GS recalled
A faulty design for specific Lexus fuel tank vent tubes could lead to petrol spillage and a potential vehicle fire, according to the brand
Tesla to remove ultrasonic sensors, despite camera-only tech lacking key features
Tesla’s electric vehicles will soon be built without some promised features – but Tesla says a future update will resolve this
In the WhichCar shop: Retro Wheels cover prints
If you’ve been a long-time reader of Wheels, there’s bound to be a lot of special covers floating around in your memories. Now, you can own it!
VFACTS November 2022: HiLux back on top as SUVs outsell LCVs
Sales climb again in November with most brands experiencing growth, and SUVs proving particularly popular
How bad is electric car depreciation?
Should depreciation really be one of your biggest worries as an electric car buyer?
2023 Kia Sorento GT-Line hybrid review
With the addition of the latest hybrid, there are now 11 variants to choose from in the stylish Kia Sorento range
Skoda to launch three electric SUVs by 2026
Skoda will bring three new electric SUVs in the next three-years, earlier than initially planned.
US study reveals electric cars saved 1.8 billion litres of fuel in 2021
A US study reveals startling fuel, exhaust emission and cost savings by going electric
Monash study finds EV chargers are an “eyesore”, home charging preferred
A Melbourne-based study reveals electric car home and public charging needs to be improved to encourage adoption and reduce inequalities.
BMW says China lockdowns are ‘risky’ for car manufacturing
Continued lockdowns and unrest in China is making new car production uncertain, adding to the supply chain battle.
ZF readies multi-speed electric vehicle drive units to improve efficiency, reduce weight
German parts supplier ZF has unveiled its second-generation ‘e-drive’ for electric vehicles, with expected availability in 2025
Australian wins world’s top Isuzu tech award
Albury Isuzu service tech takes first place at 17th Isuzu World Technical Competition
BMW partners with RMIT students to imagine eco-friendly Melbourne of 2030
The YourMelbourne project tasked students with creating their vision of what Melbourne CBD will look like by the end of the decade factoring in mobility and climate change
Next-gen Mazda 6 might be axed; Rear-drive sportscar also unlikely
Technical limitation of Mazda’s platform means rear-drive passenger models are on thin ice
Do automatic car washes damage your paint?
Cheap and easy they may be, but automatic car washes will leave their mark over time
Hyundai to rebuild its original 1974 Pony Concept coupe
A joint venture between the Korean carmaker and the Pony Concept’s original designer will pay tribute to the car that started it all
