WHEELS NEWS

BMW iX2 rumoured for 2024 debut
The next-generation BMW X2 could follow its X1 sibling in gaining an all-electric version

2022 Subaru Outback pricing: New Premium variant arrives
Four flavours of Outback on offer for 2022

UK company reveals bespoke Arrival Car for ride-sharing services
The electric vehicle firm has worked in partnership with Uber drivers to create the tailor-made taxi

2022 Kia Niro to use engine and drivetrain from current crossover
Under the skin, the new Niro won’t be too different

2021 Hyundai Staria and Staria-Load receive five-star ANCAP rating
Both passenger and commercial variants score top marks

Bigger flagship Audi E-Tron model to arrive after 2025
New E-Tron model will bring hulking proportions and sharp performance with a luxe interior ambiance

Hyundai Ioniq 5 allocation to open again for NSW and ACT buyers
Buyers in New South Wales and the nation’s capital will be the first to have a second attempt at securing the EV

Toyota’s new age: Electric ute, sports car, and four-wheel-drive previewed
A new era of fully-electric models has been shown off by Toyota overnight

2022 Subaru Solterra EV unveiled; showcased in new walk around
Set to launch in the middle of next year, the Solterra’s Australian timeline is still unknown

Toyota to charge US owners $8 per month for remote start ability
A free trial will make way for a pay-to-use subscription

2022 Mazda CX-5 facelift: Australian features revealed
The popular SUV will gain more technology and safety equipment, while several variants has been dropped from the range

2023 BMW X8 ‘still coming’ – to sit below XM performance flagship
A fresh rumour out of Germany suggests a large coupe could join the BMW line-up

Tesla Model 3 price cut again – UPDATE
The cost of Tesla’s most popular model has reduced again

Lancia eyes Australian return with electric makeover
Australia could be a future market for Lancia, following its plans to expand across Europe

Tesla Model Y recalled in China due to front and rear steering knuckle failures
Over 20,000 vehicles are affected

Hyundai Nexo joins Queensland Police fleet
The Nexo will be the first hydrogen police car in the Southern Hemisphere

2023 Mitsubishi ASX: All-new small SUV reportedly around the corner
The next-generation version of the popular ASX is expected to lob in the coming months, at least in Europe

2022 Volkswagen Arteon pricing: Fastback to replace Passat sedan in Australia
Coupe-style Arteon returns after two-year, WLTP-related absence, with Passat sedan set to be limited to police and emergency services

No more cheap Volkswagens: Sub-$20k Polo and sub-$30K Golf axed
Sub-$20k Volkswagens will become history in 2022 with an updated Polo city car range that will move up in price and standard equipment

Mazda CX-50 Touring ute imagined in new rendering
This cool Japanese rival to the Ford Maverick and Hyundai Santa Cruz is unlikely to make it to production, sadly

2023 Mini Cooper revealed in leaked images
Pictures of the new Mini Hatch in all-electric guise have surfaced in China

2022 MG HS Plus EV Vibe: Cheaper plug-in hybrid arrives in January
MG is to offer a new entry-level plug-in hybrid model

2023 Chevrolet Silverado E electric pick-up confirmed
Chevrolet’s answer to the F-150 Lightning is on its way

Volkswagen ID Buzz-based California camper confirmed
Electrified camper from Volkswagen will follow ID Buzz, but don’t expect it to hit roads until at least 2025