WHEELS NEWS

Tesla under investigation over Passenger Play game feature
There are three certainties in life: death, taxes and Tesla being investigated by the NHTSA

GWM Ora to launch in Australia as budget electric brand
A new cut-price electric brand is preparing to launch into the Australian market next year

Tesla introduces noise reduction feature for Model S and X OTA
Tesla improves its Model S and Model X with yet another OTA upgrade

VinFast set to launch three new EVs at CES 2022
The Vietnamese manufacturer’s American expansion is coming thick and fast

HSV’s V8 Colorado concept sells at auction – UPDATE
HSV Colorado SportsCat concept proves just how close Australia got to a V8 dual-cab

Ford increases Mustang Mach-E battery size for 2022
All variants benefit from the updated battery packs

Peugeot updates 2022 208 and 2008 range
Fully-electric variants score extended driving range

Audi opens new EV charging lounge for Christmas
Audi creates the world’s first business-style lounge for charging cars, and it’s likely the first of many

Nio reveals 1000km-range ET5
Chinese electric carmaker to rival Tesla Model 3 with its new 1000km-range EV

Bentley reveals Bentayga ‘Outdoor Pursuits’ bespoke editions
Bentley’s Mulliner crew creates a unique theme for Bentayga buyers

Ford F-150 Lightning battery pack specs revealed
In hot demand, the Lightning’s battery details have finally been announced

BYD electric vehicles to be delivered and maintained through Mycar network
BYD now has a nation-wide network thanks to a new deal with Mycar service centres

Renault Megane E-Tech Electric confirmed for Australia
Over three months after its initial reveal, Renault’s latest EV has a price

Nissan revives 80s hatch with Leaf electrics
Nissan has reimagined the Bluebird with the drivetrain of a Leaf, creating the Newbird concept

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

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
