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Skoda wants affordable EVs as it refocuses on value
The Bohemian car maker focuses its vision on its core strengths
Modern Classic: Lexus LFA
The story of obsession gifted a bottomless budget
Tesla reaches 100,000 vehicle-sales milestone in Australia
US electric car maker hits six figures in less time than it took Toyota to reach the same figure with its petrol-electric hybrids
2024 Mini Cooper pricing and features: Electric & petrol models detailed
Local versions of the three-door Cooper will see four models and a choice of powertrains including a hot John Cooper Works version.
2025 Kia K4 hatchback: Cerato replacement revealed
Hatch version of the new K4 sedan has been unveiled ahead of an expected Australian arrival in 2025
2024 Lexus LBX review: First Australian drive
Diminutive luxury SUV is a confused yet delightful drive – bring on an LBX F
2024 Skoda Karoq review
Skoda has introduced a sub-$40K entry-level version of its compact but spacious SUV, known simply as Karoq, and it’s pretty bloody good
2025 Kia K4: First details for fastback sedan that ends Cerato nameplate
Cerato replacement is bigger and better-equipped, including tech borrowed from the EV9 electric SUV, though fewer surprises on the drivetrain side
Mazda CX-60: Some Australian owners to receive new suspension free of charge
No-cost dealer upgrade imminent to align early versions of the Mazda CX-60 with the latest production specification following ride quality concerns
2024 Best Electric Car (Under $80K): MG4
Here are the podium positions in the sub-$80K class of the most exhaustive electric vehicle test in Australian history
2024 Best Small Electric Car Under $40K: MG4 Excite 51
They say EVs aren’t affordable; BYD, GWM and MG say different – and one of Australia’s cheapest cars is notable for more than just its price
2024 Best Small Electric Car $50-60K: Cupra Born
Stylish five-door practicality, rear-drive dynamics, and impressive range are the promise as Spain and China go head to head
2024 Best Small Electric Car $40-50K: MG4 Excite/Essence 64
It’s BYD v GWM v MG round two as China continues its domination of the most affordable EVs around. And the same car comes to the fore.
2024 Best Electric Small SUV: Hyundai Kona
Hyundai’s second-generation electric Kona faces up to BYD’s popular Atto 3 and two French rivals.
2024 Best Electric Midsize SUV: Kia EV6
Ford, Subaru and Toyota have all joined the legacy carmakers taking on the Tesla Model Y, but it’s our 2022 Wheels Car of the Year that remains unmoved as the pick of the class
Best Electric Sedan Under $80K: Hyundai Ioniq 6
Up to $80K buys you some impressive hardware in the electric sedan category.
How many Mazda CX-8s and CX-9s are left in stock in Australia?
Mazda Australia says it has “roughly” two months’ stock of the recently-discontinued CX-8 left, while there’s a small number of new CX-9s still available
A more powerful V8 Defender is coming!
Flagship Land Rover Defender Octa has a twin-turbo V8 and debuts trick hydraulic suspension
2024 Toyota Yaris Cross pricing and features: Minor facelift for light SUV
Hybrid-only Toyota Yaris Cross receives minor revisions, including additional tech and safety features, with small price rises
Genesis Magma: AMG & BMW M rival brand coming to Australia
High-performance EVs with bright orange paint and development work by a Le Mans legend confirmed for Australia
Mission X likely left-hand drive only as Aussies express interest in Porsche’s hypercar concept
Electric hypercar concept makes Australian public debut, though the car that would be Porsche’s fastest and most expensive model is likely to be ruled out for our roads
Petrol Porsche Macan set for longer life in Australia as EV replacement looms
The current-generation petrol Macan could continue well into 2025 as Porsche Australia revises plan to phase it out in late 2024 with introduction of much dearer next-generation electric model
2025 Hyundai i30 hatch facelift revealed, Australian timing confirmed
Price rises are almost certain for the facelifted Hyundai i30 hatch, which will switch from Korean to European production with a new mild-hybrid engine
New Vehicle Efficiency Standard watered-down for utes, vans and off-road SUVs
Federal Government to weaken emissions targets for utes, vans and ladder-frame SUVs in proposed fuel-efficiency standard following industry feedback
