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Volkswagen celebrates 50 years of Golf by showing 1969 EA276 prototype

Volkswagen is celebrating 50 years of Golf in 2024

2024 Mazda BT-50 update: What to expect

The Mazda BT-50 ute is expected to receive an update in line with the latest version of its Isuzu D-Max relation

What to expect from Australia’s New Vehicle Efficiency Standards in 2025

Australia likely to follow United States when it comes to fuel efficiency standards – expect legislation next year

Video: Maniac makes a 'Hondaventador' from 8th-gen Civic sedan

Want a Lamborghini but can’t quite justify the cost? Just convert your Honda Civic into an Aventador!

Wheels catch-up: Mazda CX-70 revealed, Polestar 4 vs Model Y, Tundra price leak

Here are the stories that made headlines this week

Recall roundup: Volkswagen, Mazda, Volvo, Kia, Tesla, Audi, Ford, Jaguar

New recalls issued for the Volkswagen Arteon, Golf & Passat, Mazda CX-60 & CX-90, Volvo XC40, Kia Carnival, Tesla Model 3, Audi E-Tron GT, Ford F-150, and Jaguar I-Pace

2024 BMW 4 Series and M4 updates revealed, priced for Australia

Updated BMW 4 Series and M4 models revealed with exterior, interior and technological changes – plus more power for the M4 Competition

2024.5 Ford Tourneo people mover: Price and features for new eight-seater

Ford joins the people-mover fight in Australia, confirming the Tourneo (Tourneo Custom in Europe) will reach Australia in the fourth quarter of 2024.

Toyota stops production of LandCruiser 300, 70 Series amid engine misconduct

Toyota has paused production of popular diesel-powered models in Japan amid investigations into an engine scandal

2024 Lexus GX initial features confirmed, due mid-year

Three-strong line-up confirmed for Prado-based Lexus GX four-wheel-drive ahead of local launch around June or July

Lewis Hamilton leaves Mercedes for Ferrari: Everything you need to know

Seven-time Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton has left Mercedes for redder pastures, but what does that mean for the grid?

2024 Honda Accord hybrid: Toyota Camry rival confirmed for Australia

After being told we’re not getting the new hybrid-only Accord several times, Honda's flipped and the midsize sedan is coming to Australia after all

British-built Lotus Type 135 electric sports car will replace Emira in 2027

Completing the Chinese-owned British marque’s reinvention, the last vehicle with previous-incarnation Lotus parts will be replaced by an all-new EV

Mazda CX-60 & CX-90: No immediate fix for suspension, transmission concerns

Future product updates are likely to resolve firm ride quality and low-speed transmission concerns for the Mazda CX-60 and CX-90 SUVs

Mazda admits “some overlap” in selling four premium SUVs

Mazda Australia will soon have four premium SUVs – the CX-60, 70, 80 and 90 – in local showrooms and admits there will be “some overlap”

Mazda CX-60 and CX-90 recalled for steering fault in Australia

Mazda will contact owners in writing when the parts to rectify the issue become available

F1 rejects Andretti/Cadillac’s bid to become 11th team

New F1 team is denied over concerns it wouldn’t be competitive, although the door is still open for 2028…

2024 Tesla Model 3 deliveries resume in Australia, recall issued for child-seat compliance issue

Deliveries of the latest Tesla Model 3 electric sedan have resumed and a recall has been issued to enable access to the rear-centre top-tether point required under the Australian Design Rules

February 2024 issue of 4X4 Australia is out now

Mazda BT-50 and 79 Series LandCruiser modified to the max; Tundra driven down under; Project Ranger build wraps up; and plenty more

2024 Polestar 4: Pricing and features confirmed for Tesla Model Y alternative

Pricing and specifications confirmed by Polestar as new 4 goes on-sale

New Small SUVs coming to Australia in 2024

From the Cupra Formentor to the Volvo EX30, your complete guide to all the new compact SUVs heading to Australian showrooms in 2024.

Transglobal Car Expedition begins epic round-the-world journey

Two poles, five continents, and a fist full of guts

2024 Mazda CX-70 five-seat SUV revealed, confirmed for Australia

No, it’s not a CX-60 or a CX-90. This is the new Mazda CX-70 expected in Australia at the end of this year

2024 Audi Q7 & SQ7 update revealed, Australian timing confirmed

Late-stage second update for Audi Q7 introduces a revised look, new lighting technology, and a more advanced infotainment system