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Small & Mighty: The unique appeal of V4 engines in motoring history
Cheap to build and easy to maintain, the inline-four has been a mainstay of automotive engineering for more than 100 years. So why did these carmakers throw away the four-cylinder rulebook?
2026 Toyota LandCruiser Prado GX review: Is the cheapest Prado actually the best?
The entry-level Prado GX skips some luxuries, but its huge five-seat boot, comfortable ride and lower price could make it the sweet spot of the range.
Geely TT sports sedan arrives with 800V charging and sub-$27,000 price tag
Geely’s new electric sports sedan combines up to 725km of claimed range, 425kW performance, LiDAR and ultra-fast charging at a strikingly low price.
Anthony Hopkins and Al Pacino lend superstar power to upcoming Maserati movie
Jessica Alba and Andy Garcia also star in the upcoming film Maserati: The Brothers.
10 beloved car features that have completely disappeared
From pop-up headlights to cigarette lighters, these once-common car features have all but vanished from new models in the Australian market.
From the Wheels archive: Peter Brock drives a Falcon GTHO Phase III as Ford’s icon proves it can compete with more modern Aussie V8s
Treat yourself to a slice of Aussie automotive nirvana as Peter Perfect and Colin Bond prove the GTHO can still mix it with far younger cars…
Former prime minister says Australia must bring back local carmaking as EVs change the face of the industry
Kevin Rudd made the call during his speech to the National Press Club, framing the need for a return to carmaking as a matter of national security.
The Wheels Interview: Nigel Tait, one of the Aussies behind Jack Brabham’s F1 success
From a tin shed in Melbourne’s ‘Lavatory Lane’ to the top of the F1 world; how Nigel Tait helped shape Australia’s greatest motor racing triumph.
Forthing thinks its $36,990 driveaway SUV could lure Aussies away from used cars
With new electrified SUVs increasingly overlapping used-car prices, Forthing believes its pricing and warranty could convince used car shoppers to buy new.
Omoda Jaecoo expands its Aussie line-up with two new next-generation SUVs
The Omoda 4 and Omoda 7 are due in our showrooms in the first half of 2027.
BMW unveils special editions of M line-up to mark 100 years of the Nürburgring – and Australia is on the delivery list
BMW M is marking a century of the Green Hell by revealing new special editions of the M2, M3, M4 and M5.
Toyota tops new study that reveals which brands’ cars are the most likely to reach 400,000km
The research examined 395 million cars, with Toyota leading the way – and the news was good for other Japanese brands.
Forthing confirms at least three new models for Australia including a large SUV
At least three new models are coming from new kid on the block Forthing, including a people mover, a larger SUV and one the company wouldn’t comment on.
Forthing swims against the tide with affordable people mover coming to Australia
The tide of expensive electrified people movers from China will turn soon with a cheaper model from Forthing that’s likely to launch in 2027.
AI to take control of city’s traffic lights in $15m trial
Artificial intelligence will manage 37 Brisbane intersections in a six-month experiment promising shorter queues, faster trips and fewer crashes.
Volvo gives the XC40 SUV a redesign and upgrade – with a cheaper version on the way for Australia
The Volvo facelift also extends to the electric EX40 and EC 40 models.
Toyota launches $3500 GR KART to make motorsport more accessible
Toyota Gazoo Racing has developed an adjustable, low-maintenance racing kart aimed at lowering the barriers for families and newcomers entering motorsport.
TAG Heuer marks 50 years of the Monza with limited-edition flyback chronograph
Born from Ferrari’s 1975 Formula 1 championship victory, TAG Heuer’s Monza returns for its 50th anniversary with carbon construction and a motorsport-focused flyback movement.
Merc pulls out all the stops with the ultra-exclusive V8 AMG CLE 646 Spezialanfertigung
Mercedes-AMG’s CLE 646 Spezialanfertigung turns the luxury coupe into a 475kW, rear-drive, track-focused V8 weapon.
Hyundai confirms arrival of new i30 Sedan in 2027
The next-generation Hyundai i30 sedan has been locked in for Australia, with sales due to commence in the first half of 2027.
Hyundai Palisade XRT Pro review: Big family SUV gets its hands muddy
Hyundai’s first crack at a proper off-roader is a good one, bringing hardware upgrades that add some genuine off-road ability.
Mercedes-Benz EQS 400 luxury sedan gets 810km range and steer-by-wire in major overhaul
Mercedes’ electric flagship gains an 800-volt electrical system, faster charging and new drivetrain technology, while steer-by-wire tech will be offered as an option.
Study reveals the Aussie state with the harshest driving fines – and they’re far worse than anything in Europe or the USA
New research has looked at fines for four of the most common driving offences and ranked states accordingly.
Toyota will slam the brakes on its redesign process with models waiting almost a decade for a new look
Keen on an all-new version of big-selling Toyota models like the HiLux and RAV4? You’ll need the patience of a saint…
