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.
Volvo XC90 hybrid is charged by other cars
A cheeky video by Volvo to launch the new XC90 T8 plug-in hybrid SUV in the US.
2008-2016 Volkswagen Tiguan Review
The Tiguan is a small-medium SUV from Volkswagen that drives beautifully and offers a choice of three great engines. This review covers Tiguans on sale prior to September 2016.
Porsche Boxster: 10 things you didn’t know
What secrets does Porsche’s iconic drop top hold? Here are ten you haven’t heard before.
Porsche 718 Boxster Quick Review
Porsche’s Boxster looks sleeker than ever, delivers better economy and stacks more performance, and the prices have remained competitive. Where’s the catch?
Ford Fiesta ST update due in September
Ford’s award winning hot hatch has scored new equipment and styling upgrades, but also a hike in price
Fiat Abarth 124 Spider to land in Australia
Australian buyers set to get the quicker, more powerful Abarth version of the Fiat 124 Spider.
Jaguar F-Pace: 7 things you didn’t know
Jaguar F-Pace will arrive in Australia with swathes of premium features and tricky extras. Here are seven of the best.
2016 Jaguar F-Pace 20d R-Sport Quick Review
The British brand’s first-ever SUV, built to what Jaguar deems is the perfect size, rather than copying its competitors.
Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT Night limited edition released
The Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT, the US off-road brand’s fastest vehicle, will be available from June in a limited edition form called Night.
Top 5 least powerful rear-wheel-drive cars
From Wheels magazine’s Car of the Year winner to a quirky three-wheeled convertible, here’s proof there’s more to a car than its power figure.
Peugeot and Citroen expansion plan
Confident growth plan for Citroen and Peugeot to boost the brands’ line-ups in Australia, and bring an unexpected new player.
2016 Citroen C4 Cactus goes off-road
Damion Smy, Associate Editor of Wheels talks to us about a Cactus in the sand and getting out of trouble.
Manual sports cars make a comeback
Hallelujah! Three pedal, manual transmission cars are on the rise – for high-performance cars at least.
Holden Monaro designer to head GM Design
The designer behind one of Australia’s most famous cars, the 2001 Holden Monaro, will become the first non-American to lead General Motors’ global design operations.
What cars should celebrities drive?
If celebrities were cars, would they all be super sexy sporty things, or would some of them turn out to be mundane, or boring, or green?
Mercedes-Benz E-Class: History and significance
Throughout Mercedes’ rich history and ever-expanding range, one model remains the heart of the brand – the E-Class.
Updated Mazda CX-9 due to arrive in Australia mid 2016
New Mazda CX-9 to be most economical in its class; bursting with new equipment.
Royal ride: Queen Elizabeth’s Bentley for sale
Fancy a car with some serious royal pedigree? Step this way, Sir.
Jeep Wrangler Ute heading to Australia
Jeep Australia confirmed ute version of the Jeep Wrangler is in the works.
Adult size Little Tikes Cozy Coupe fails to sell
An English mechanic has built a life-sized version of the classic ‘Cozy Coupe’ kids toy. The road-going replica was for sale on eBay for around $65,000.
Mazda RX-Vision concept: The story of Mazda designer Ikuo Maeda
The relationship between a father and son can sometimes be complex, especially when they work in the same business. The warm and tender upbringing many of us take for granted was not always evident to the likes of JFK, Edsel Ford and Kerry Packer.
2015-2016 Kia Rio Review
The Kia Rio is an attractive light hatch that is quite fun to drive. Even the least expensive Rio is well equipped, and Kia backs it with a seven-year warranty.
Tesla Model 3 – what’s the big deal?
“Who killed the electric car?” asks Samantha Stevens.
New cars on sale in Australia: April and May
Wheels magazine talk us through the latest cars hitting the showroom floors this Autumn. In this edition, we preview the upcoming Suzuki Vitara Turbo.
