WHEELS NEWS

First Lexus built on dedicated EV platform to be released in 2022
Though it’s Lexus’s second EV overall following the launch of the UX-300e compact crossover

VinFast begins operating in North America and Europe after Australian office closure
Vietnamese manufacturer looking to break into electric markets globally

Mazda shelves plans to introduce rotary-powered driving range extender
Return of the Wankel put on hold

Nissan Leaf to gain artificial sound system to boost safety
The EV has been fitted with tech which produces the sounds of a traditionally-powered car to alert road users to its presence

2022 Volvo XC60 pricing revealed – UPDATE
Volvo issues mild tweaks to XC60 mid-size SUV including new Google Android infotainment, diesel engines dropped from model range

Audi Q5 and SQ5 Sportback pricing and features
Three new-look variants announced ahead of August arrival

2022 BMW 2 Series pricing announced for Australia
Munich’s all-new two-door coupe unveiled with rear and all-wheel drive options… but no manual gearbox

Chevrolet Silverado LT Trail Boss deliveries to begin soon
Entry level off-roader made for weekend warriors to be rolled out from late July

Renault to go electric with Megané E-Tech reveal at Munich Motor Show
All-electric concept vehicle to be turned into production model

2022 Subaru Forester pricing and features revealed
A mid-life update brings new driver assists and tweaked-off road functionality at a minor price rise

Volkswagen relaunches Passat R-Line wagon
Passat regains R-Line trimmings to add to Volkswagen’s fast wagon range

This is the BMW 2 Series Sedan we want
BMW’s new compact sedan, the 2 Series Gran Coupe, has been reasonably successful in Australia, but… it’s front-wheel drive. Wouldn’t you rather this?

Brand by brand – What Stellantis’s electric plans are
Stellantis last night launched its EV strategy – but what is each brand doing to transform itself for the new age?

Mini to offer multi-tone roof for Hatch and Clubman range
Retro influence for new age option

Genesis G70 makes its first public runs up Goodwood hill-climb
Long-roof G70 given Goodwood debut running up Lord March’s driveway

What if BMW gave us a 2 Series Convertible?
Could a topless 2 Series be a smarter alternative to the Z4?

New Mk8 Golf R Wagon revealed
Long-roof Golf R to feature same equipment as hatchback sibling

Will Cupra succeed Down Under?
What the odds are, for and against, the Spanish performance sub-brand being a hit on Aussie shores

Kia Sportage makes global debut – expected Down Under late 2021
South Korean SUV receives first update in six years

2021 Jeep Compass pricing announced for Australia
Jeep’s compact SUV scores updated styling and tech, will start from $37,950

BMW announces pricing and features of new 4 Series Gran Coupé
BMW releases second-generation Gran Coupé with hybrid technology helping boost performance

EV and PHEV sales rise as state and territory governments introduce subsidies
June sales data shows EV sales are up almost 200 per cent on last year, setting a new monthly record

VFACTS JUNE 2021: New-car sales stumble as utes dominate podium
Sales stall for the first time this year

Genesis takes covers off G80 Sport
New range-topping G80 luxury sedan set to score Sport upgrade
