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Kia PV5: Australian pricing announced for new electric van
Kia’s first commercial van in 20 years is about to launch in Australia, with the electric PV5 priced from $55,990 plus on-road costs.
Chery E5: Smaller line-up but sharper pricing for stylish small electric SUV
Chery has sharpened the value of its E5 electric small SUV for the 2026 model year, dropping the price the Ultimate model by $3000.
Modern Classic: Ferrari Testarossa, from Maranello to Miami Vice
Its rakish design might have been polarising, but the Ferrari Testarossa dragged the Italian supercar maker into the modern age.
Forthing brand to launch in Australia with small SUV Taikon 5
Yet another Chinese brand will launch in Australia, with Dongfeng’s Forthing due in June with one small SUV on offer in both electric and plug-in hybrid form.
Honda expands CR-V range with cheaper hybrid entry and added tech
Updated 2026 line-up brings more hybrid variants, AWD option and seven-seat configuration as entry pricing drops….
What fuel crisis? BYD launches Seal 6 plug-in hybrid mid-sizer with over 1400km of range
BYD has made another addition to its local line-up in the form of the Seal 6 plug-in hybrid mid-size sedan and wagon, reportedly capable of over 1400km of range.
Read Toyota’s advice to hybrid owners battling recurring flat starter battery issue
Toyota hybrid owners who’ve reported flat starter batteries have been offered timely advice on how the brand’s hybrid system works best.
VFACTS March 2026: EV sales surge to record market share in March as demand accelerates
Battery electric vehicles account for 14.6 per cent of total sales amid fuel concerns and policy uncertainty.
From the Wheels Archive: Ford’s ground-breaking 4WD XY Falcon ute was decades ahead of its time
Forget the Ford Ranger, this Falcon-based four-wheel drive ute from Australia is the original gangster of lifestyle utes.
Ambitious eFuels project in Australia stalls as Porsche wavers…
Tasmanian eFuels project stalls amid shifting plans, regulatory hurdles and muted Porsche backing, raising fresh doubts over timelines and investment certainty.
2026 MG 4 Urban first drive: City-focused EV nails the price point
Following the announcement of local pricing, WhichCar by Wheels gets an early taste of MG’s fresh take on the MG 4, a city-focused, value-first offering for small car buyers otherwise sceptical about the leap to a fully-electric vehicle.
Wheels April 2026 issue now on sale
A broad mix of cars, from performance to hybrids, emerging brands and enduring favourites, all find their way into the pages of Wheels’ April 2026 issue.
Why plug-in hybrid ute owners are laughing now
Maligned early on, criticised as not being ‘legitimate’ and hammered for the absence of a ‘proper’ diesel engine, dual-cab owners with petrol/plug-in hybrid powertrains are laughing in the face of increased fuel prices.
Could your car be hacked? Why connected vehicles are the next cybersecurity battleground
As modern cars become “computers on wheels”, experts warn of growing risks—from data theft to potential remote interference.
Hyundai reveals ‘Earth’ and ‘Venus’ concepts as next step for IONIQ?
Minimalist design, bold new lighting signatures and next-gen EV tech hint at the future of Hyundai’s IONIQ line-up.
Cars we wish were sold here: Kia Telluride
While Kia offers a large range of vehicles in Australia, one that hasn’t yet made it to our shores is the Telluride upper-large SUV.
The best used cars for sub-5L/100km fuel economy
Many of us are looking for ways to save fuel but not all of us can afford a new car. Here are some the best used cars with sub-5L/100km fuel consumption?
What does AI think the Holden Monaro would look like if it were still made today?
Sure, AI might be coming to eat all of our lunches but it’s fun using it to picture what a modern version of Holden’s iconic Monaro sports coupe would look like.
Our favourite hybrid medium SUVs to help you save money at the bowser
Despite high fuel prices, mid-size SUVs remain the most popular car segment in Australia. Here are our favourite hybrid models that will save you money.
From the Wheels Archive: ‘Total blind terror’ – What it was like to drive Peter Brock’s Bathurst-winning Torana A9X in anger
In 1980 Bill Tuckey got a rare opportunity to drive Peter Brock’s Bathurst-winning A9X MHDT Torana for Wheels at one of its last appearances on an Australian racetrack… and boy, was it memorable.
Used EV sales surge as fuel costs reshape market
Rising petrol prices and the threat of fuel scarcity are pushing Australians toward second-hand electric cars.
Mercedes-Benz debuts new steering yoke and steer-by-wire system… and we’ve tested it
In a first for the brand, Mercedes-Benz brings steer-by-wire technology and a yoke to the updated EQS electric sedan.
Freelander returns as electric and hybrid SUV in joint venture between JLR and Chery
A joint venture between JLR and Chery has seen the Freelander name used again, this time as a standalone brand with big expansion plans.
Insurance data confirms surge in EV interest as fuel crisis reshapes demand
NRMA Insurance data shows quotes for electric vehicles jumped in March 2026 as more Australians consider electric cars.
