WHEELS NEWS
Toyota electric push to usher in performance hybrids
More powerful hybrid engines hint at hybrid versions of the Toyota 86 and upcoming “Supra” coupe
Linkin Park shapes electric AMG sound
Mercedes-AMG working with film, game makers and American rockers Linkin Park to forge the sound of future vehicles. Yes, that Linkin Park!
2018 Hyundai Veloster N shows it has bark to go with bite
VIDEO: Hyundai’s Korean Youtube channel hints that the hottest version of the Veloster will also sound the business
One-off HSV HRT 427 Monaro hits the market for $750K
Want to own a mega-rare piece of Australian motoring history? You’d better have deep pockets…
Luxury car tax to add $220m windfall to government
The Federal Government’s mid-year balance sheet shows cashed-up new-car buyers are a growing source of income
Holden culls Adelaide dealerships to deal with ‘customer backlash’
Court documents show the decision to end Holden Commodore production sparked fears of a significant buyer downturn
Next Jaguar F-Type to go all-electric
Petrol power to be ditched for an all-electric line-up as Jaguar leads the charge ahead of its German competition in pursuit of flagship EV performance
Mid-engine Corvette powertrain leaked in revealing CAD images
Here’s a sneaky peek at the engine and sub-frame of the upcoming supercar-spec Chevrolet C8 Corvette
Consumer watchdog calls for new-car sales reforms to protect buyers
Better warranty support, more choice for servicing and more realistic fuel use figures named as top priorities
Lexus LC F to debut potent new 4.0L twin-turbo V8 in 2019
It’s the return of the Lexo four-point-oh as Lexus moves towards a hi-po hero of its flagship LC.
New issue of Wheels out today
It’s our first ‘Future Edition’, our second subscriber cover, Oz’s first Audi RS5 comparison and a six-car mid-size SUV megatest!
Rogue tractor driver destroys six speed cameras
German tractor driver vents frustration at “safety” cameras in extended metal-twisting rampage
Crash test watchdog hits Kia Stinger with a three-star score
Buy an entry-level version of Kia’s new rear-drive liftback sedan and it is rated less safe in a crash than the more expensive models
Ferrari 488 GTO rumoured as 911 GT2 RS, Huracan Performante rival
Ferrari’s most fearsome badge is speculated to make a comeback
NSW Police order 282km/h V8 patrol cars
Chrysler’s V8-powered 300 SRT sedan will be thrown a lifeline from an unlikely source
Consumer watchdog warns Takata car owners to park up over Christmas
Some drivers have a ticking time bomb in their car that isn’t worth the risk over Christmas, ACCC says
2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk launched
The world’s most powerful SUV lands in Australia at a price that will provide many bangs for not many bucks
Australia’s most profitable car companies revealed
Tax office data reveals the brands making money, and those that are struggling
Ford loads Mustang Bullitt
Special edition Ford Mustang Bullitt celebrates 1960s film icon
2018 Holden Commodore priced from $33,690
Holden has listed the fully imported entry-level Commodore at a price that’s slightly cheaper than the locally made one, but quickly shifts into premium territory
Bugatti Chiron recall fixed with ‘flying doctors’
Bugatti despatches ‘flying doctors’ to remedy fault in one percent of the Chiron fleet
Chevrolet won’t replace Holden, company insists
Chevrolet product announcements raise questions about the future of Holden-branded vehicles
Renault develops a turbo engine for all
Turbo 1.3 to stare across Renault, Nissan, Mitsubishi – and Mercedes-Benz – brands
Ford, Holden, Nissan all paid no tax, audit shows
UPDATED: Annual audit of corporate tax shows three of the biggest car makers sidestepped a tax bill in the 2015-16 financial year
