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An all-electric endeavour: Off-roading a Volkswagen ID.4 in the American desert

What it’s like to complete the gruelling 2021 Rebelle Rally in a Volkswagen ID.4 electric SUV

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Why the Mazda NA MX-5 is a Modern Classic

It was the lightweight roadster that brought pure driving pleasure to the masses, and delivered bulk smiles per hour

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Paul Cockburn’s E-Type Jag at the 1991 Street Machine Summernats

We mark Paul Cockburn’s passing with this ripping yarn about the time he and his E-Type Jaguar braved Summernats – and won the motorkhana

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Molly Taylor on why she’s taking on the 2022 Dakar Rally

Local racing legend catches up with Wheels about her latest challenge

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2021 Los Angeles Auto Show: A turning point for large scale motoring events

LA marks an important turning point for car shows and the industry as a whole

Prime Minister Scott Morrison Toyota Mirai hydrogen car
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Why Australia can’t ignore UK-led push to ban ICE sales by 2035

Prime Minister Scott Morrison says EV policies should be about giving Australians choice, but will we actually have one?

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Electric Dreams: Mini’s electric future revealed

The compact electric car race is charging up, and Mini has a strategy in mind to stay ahead of upcoming challengers

Ford Mustang Mach-E first drive review
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The EVs Australia needs

Australia’s list of on-sale electric vehicles is growing at a glacial pace. We take a look at the cars that could kickstart an EV love affair

Broc Feeney V8 Supercars
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Interview with Supercars driver Broc Feeney

The greatest-ever Supercars driver is retiring, so how did an 18-year-old P-plater from the Gold Coast earn the right to fill Jamie Whincup’s shoes?

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Price Creep: Entry-level cars are getting more expensive

As manufacturers jostle to position themselves further upmarket, affordable, entry-level options for Aussie buyers on a budget are thinning

Porsche Mission R Cayman
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2023 Porsche Cayman set to go electric

Mission R Concept shows off the 2023 fully electric Cayman as electrification spreads across the Porsche line-up

Comgens 2022 Toyota GR Corolla Hot Hatch
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Toyota GR Corolla is go: Here’s everything we know and expect

A punchy, rally-bred turbo triple under the bonnet feeding all-wheel drive traction… the hottest Corolla ever is gunning for VW Golf R

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Polestar 2 v Tesla Model 3: Specs and pricing compared

Does the Volvo spin-off performance brand’s first offering in Australia have what it takes to unseat Tesla?

1967 Ferrari 330 GT Barn Find
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Barn-find 1967 Ferrari 330 GT uncovered and driven… sort of

After a 46-year hibernation, this rare Ferrari 330 GT is finally unshackled from its Sydney shed. Robbo attempts to coax a reluctant prancing horse back into action

Goodwood Revival 2021 feature showcase
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Goodwood Revival 2021: Best in show

If the Goodwood Revival isn’t on your bucket list, it will be once you’ve read this

car vs ute vs SUV
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Car vs Ute vs SUV: How the vehicle you buy should guide the way you drive

Exactly what are the real-world dynamic drawbacks of choosing an SUV or dual-cab ute over a passenger car?

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The car scene on Twitter is the home you didn’t know you needed

Twitter – famous for political bunfights and lots of COVID-19 aggro – also has a kinder, gentler world that is indispensable for the car lover

Ioniq 5 v Tesla Model 3: Specs comparison
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Hyundai Ioniq 5 v Tesla Model 3: Specs and pricing compared

How does the new contender stack up against the EV king?

Wheels Magazine, July 1989 – R32 Nissan Skyline GT-R
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How Godzilla got its name

化物! “It’s Japanese for monster.” “What, like Godzilla?”

Automotive semiconductor shortage crisis explained
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Short Circuits: How the global automotive world is left starving for chips

The global semiconductor shortage has cost carmakers more than A$140 billion, and more supply pain is predicted. Is your new car affected?

1986 Porsche 944 Turbo for Wheels Australia
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Modern Classic: Porsche 944

Evolution of the parts-bin 924 became a financial lifeline for the Stuttgart brand, and one of the best-handling cars of its era

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Ferrari 296GTB: The Prancing Horse’s next chapter

Ballistic new 296 GTB marks a return of the V6, powering this hybrid coupe to a bold new future

Former Datsun North America chief Yutaka Katayama has died aged 105
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How Nissan created the 240Z

Nissan has revealed its new 2023 Z coupe. Here, in honour of that event, we’re revisiting one of our favourite stories. 

Toyota Kluger ANCAP test 2021
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ANCAP: Do we even need it?

ANCAP’s star rating system has sparked controversy and confusion, yet the importance of the organisation’s role remains. We speak with ANCAP’s new CEO and its critics about methodology and retaining relevance