WHEELS NEWS
Wheels catch-up: BYD Seal driven, Polestar 4 pricing, Prado vs GX
Another week gone in the blink of an eye. If you’re a little behind, here are the stories that made headlines
What electric car incentives are on offer in Australia?
With more EVs being introduced into the market, what are governments offering to increase uptake among private buyers?
Queensland ‘Q1’ plate challenges ‘NSW 1’ in $13m+ State of Origin-style bid
Traditional Blues v Maroons battle heads to the auction house as Queensland Heritage Plate is put up for grabs days after ‘NSW 1’ plate hit $10m bid
Porsche Macan Electric: Australia dropping petrol for EV power only
Porsche’s most popular SUV will be sold in Australia in electric only guise after 2024
2024 Lexus UX update revealed, Australian timing unclear
More-powerful hybrid, larger digital instrument cluster, and additional safety tech added to Lexus UX small SUV overseas
2024 Toyota Yaris Cross light SUV goes hybrid-only
Non-hybrid petrol variants axed from Toyota Yaris Cross line-up due to strong global demand for electrified models
2024 Chery Tiggo 7 Pro: Australian pricing & ANCAP 5-star rating confirmed
The second Chery model has landed in Australia. This time it’s a medium SUV, with the safety rating to match.
2024 MG 5 update bringing critical safety updates to address zero-star ANCAP rating
Following a devastating zero-star safety score handed down by the Australasian New Car Assessment Program, the MG 5 sedan will get some key updates
2025 MG ZS revealed: Exclusive renders and design patent filing
Is this the next-gen MG ZS? You won’t find a badge on the model, but the patent filing seems clear
Hyundai is actually going to make the N Vision 74!
The production version will reportedly make 800hp and race in its own one-make series
Honda Australia fined $6 million over misleading dealership claims
The Federal Court has imposed a $6 million fine on Honda Australia for misleading customers about the servicing capabilities of three former authorised dealerships, following an ACCC investigation.
What are the best alternatives to a Toyota HiLux?
What are the best utes to consider if you’re not getting a HiLux?
Wheels inbox: Fossil fuels not done yet, and does Elon put you off Tesla?
Mal’s not finished with ICE, Rinspeed the mysterious, Elon’s baked brain, BMW’s i-nspiring future, and more.
Wheels catch-up: Zero-star ANCAP shock, new Mazdas & Hyundais, Model 3 update driven
Another week gone in the blink of an eye. If you’re a little behind, here are the stories that made headlines
The Audi TT is dead – long live the Audi TT
It defied the odds to define a brand and leave a lasting impact on automotive design.
VIDEO: Red Bull blasts through an F1 pit stop in total darkness
Servicing an F1 car in under 2.0 seconds is such a doddle, Red Bull decided to turn out the lights…
Volkswagen ID2 SUV concept previews $45K electric T-Cross
Latest Volkswagen teaser hints at affordable electric light SUV due in 2025
2024 Alfa Romeo Milano: Heritage name returns – well, actually…
Alfa Romeo confirms name, reveal month and all-electric variant for upcoming Jeep Avenger-based light SUV; Aussie launch possible
Cadillac Vistiq revealed, Australian launch likely
Three-row crossover to sit between the Lyriq SUV and larger Escalade IQ in the luxury car maker’s Tesla-chasing line-up, and it may be in local showrooms in 2026.
2024 Lexus LBX: Initial details confirmed ahead of Australian release
Most compact Lexus SUV yet will arrive in Oz early next year with Yaris Cross powertrain
2024 Genesis G80 facelift revealed, Australian timing confirmed
Revised look and more tech, including massive 27-inch OLED display, for updated Genesis G80 sedan
2024 Mini Countryman pricing and features: Electric version coming next year
New, bigger Countryman hits Australia with EV to follow
2024 Hyundai Tucson revealed with Hybrid and upgraded N Line models
Hyundai’s top-selling vehicle updated with Santa Cruz-like front end, plus a new-look dashboard inspired by the Kona and Santa Fe
Range Rover Electric: Australian wait list opens
Posh British SUV will gain electric variant in 2024 as Jaguar Land Rover – now JLR – finally ramps up EV offerings.
