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.

News

Cupra Ateca V to become brand’s most affordable SUV

Lonely VZx performance Ateca to be joined at last by a less powerful yet more affordable model

Reviews

2024 Lexus RX350 F Sport review

The Lexus RX has long been the thinking man’s alternative to luxury German SUVs. Does the all-new, fifth-gen model continue the trend?

News

2025 Cupra Leon facelift revealed, Sportstourer confirmed for Australia!

The Cupra Leon Sportstourer will arrive in Australia in mid-2025 to coincide with a mid-life facelift for the hot hatch and wagon

News

2025 Cupra Formentor revealed with updated design, cabin and drivetrains

Best-selling Cupra receives first major upgrades and updates, but 12 months away from Australian release

News

Cupra Formentor, Born, Leon and Ateca EOFY deals bring varying savings and bonuses

Drive-away deals, finance offers and free cabin upgrades part of the mix as VW’s Spanish brand tempts buyers ahead of June 30

News

Volkswagen ID.Code EV concept revealed with China-specific design language

Volkswagen has unveiled its ID. Code concept at the Beijing Motor Show with a new futuristic design language developed explicitly for China

Advice

How car companies are influencing you to buy cars

It’s no coincidence that you find some car brands more appealing than others

News

BYD hot-hatch revealed and Ocean M make it to Australia

Concept hatch set to rival the MG4 when it goes into production in late 2024 – including a performance flagship

News

2025 Toyota bZ3X and bZ3C EVs revealed for China, Australia unlikely

Toyota’s aggressive introduction of electric vehicles includes an SUV in partnership with Chinese car maker BYD

News

2025 Mini Aceman revealed, locked in for Australia

Production version of new Chinese-made electric Mini keeps quirky concept looks and will be here by the end of 2024.

News

Auction watch: Ford XB, BMW 330 Ci, Golf R and more!

Some of the latest gems to be found at Grays

Opinion

OPINION: Do people still care about cars?

It’s becoming increasingly apparent that maybe some people are just not the enthusiasts that we are

News

2024 Kia Sorento petrol V6: Australian deliveries halted for fix, diagnosis unclear

Kia Australia has temporarily suspended customer deliveries for petrol V6 versions of the Sorento after it became aware of a potential technical issue

News

Mazda Arata electric SUV concept revealed, previews look of 2025 CX-5 successor

The Mazda Arata electric SUV concept previews a new Chinese-market model and an updated Kodo design language, which should appear on the next CX-5 due in 2025

News

GWM Tank 700: Flagship $100K 4WD eyes Australia

Tank 700 under consideration for Australian launch, heralding new flagship for GWM and its first model costing six figures

News

Nissan unveils solid-state battery pilot line in Japan

Nissan is gearing up to produce solid-state batteries as it aims to launch EVs with the new technology by 2028

News

Low-speed acoustic alerts mandated for new electric, hybrid vehicles in Australia

The Federal Government will require new electric and hybrid vehicles to produce audible safety alerts when travelling at low speeds from November 2025

News

2024 Subaru Crosstrek 2.0X special edition: Australian price announced

Subaru Australia confirms a new special edition of the Crosstrek will arrive in showrooms this April

News

2024 Tesla Model Y pricing: Big $8500 price cuts announced

Australia’s best-selling electric car is now more affordable after price reductions of up to $8500 for the updated 2024 Tesla Model Y electric SUV.

News

Rivian R1T confirmed for Australia, but you can’t have one

It’s not the type of availability fans might be hoping for –although it could spark a few ute-spotting road trips to the Pilbara

News

2024 Best Electric Cars: 14 winners revealed in ultimate EV test

In the most comprehensive comparison series of its kind in Australia, Wheels reveals the best electric vehicles available for all budgets – from less than $40,000 to more than $200,000.

Electric

2024 Best Electric Car Over $80K: Hyundai Ioniq 5 N v Kia EV9

If naming the finest EV above $80K kinda sounds like an EV of the Year nod, you’re not wrong

Electric

2024 Best Electric Small Luxury SUV: BMW iX1 v Volvo XC40

Transplanting EV gubbins into formerly fossil-fuelled bodies is still in vogue, but does it provide a compelling alternative to dedicated EVs?

Electric

2024 Best Electric Midsize Luxury SUV: BMW iX3 v Genesis GV70 Electrified

Forget showy electric SUVs; this twin test is about making the jump to electrons as easy as possible. But one is far more luxurious than the other…