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.
Tesla Enhanced Autopilot comes to Australia for $5100
While paid-up Australian Tesla customers wait for Full Self Driving to reach their car, the mid-level Enhanced Autopilot has become available
Fushinjin! Toyota Century SUV imagined
If Toyota were to have another go at offering the Century in the West, surely it would have to think about an SUV…
2022 Haval H6 range scores five-star ANCAP rating – now includes Hybrid and GT variants
All variants of the H6 have now been awarded top marks in crash testing
2019-2020 Ford Mustang GT manual recalled
An issue with the first batch of Ford’s FN Mustang GTs has forced the recall
Mitsubishi appoints new leaders to exec team in Australia
Four new names now feature up the top of the local Mitsubishi ladder
Forza Motorsport trailer released ahead of autumn 2023 launch
Turn 10 Studios claims the eighth installment in its Forza Motorsport series will be the “most technically advanced racing game ever made”
Tyre test: New Michelin Pilot Sport 5 review
New high-performance rubber from Michelin promises meaner, leaner, greener running. We take the fresh Pilot Sport 5 for a burn to see how they stack up
2022 Haval H6 GT Australian launch delayed to July
The H6 GT will launch in Australia this July after being delayed by supply issues
Stellantis matches fast charging efficiency on inductive charging road
The one-kilometre test circuit has shown inductive charging could be the way of the future for EVs
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
EOFY 2022: Best deals on sedans, sports and lifestyle cars
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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
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
EOFY 2022: Best deals on small SUVs and hatches
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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
