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2024 Lexus GX: Toyota Prado luxury twin confirmed for Australia

Lexus has confirmed the latest GX off-roader – based on the all-new Toyota Prado – will launch in Australia, after a 21-year absence from local showrooms

2023 Mazda CX-60: 5-star ANCAP safety rating confirmed

Mazda’s latest vehicle – the more-premium CX-60 midsize SUV – mirrors European testing to receive top ANCAP marks

2024 Volkswagen T-Cross facelift due here next year

The mid-life update for Volkswagen's smallest SUV, the Polo-based T-Cross, has introduced a new look inspired by its larger siblings

Ford Mustang Mach-E, Genesis GV70 and G80 EVs score 5-star ANCAP safety ratings

Three new electric vehicles have received top ANCAP safety marks – but the results are carried over from 2021 testing

GWM Haval Jolion: 5-star ANCAP rating extended to hybrid variants

Chinese challenger brand GWM Haval's Jolion small SUV scores a five-star rating in ANCAP safety testing

Vehicle emissions rules could save Australia billions, report predicts

A new report has revealed major savings for all Australian new car owners and the economy – if the government sets strong vehicle emissions mandates.

Wheels mag July: Unwrapping the present – 70th anniversary issue (2 of 3)

Wheels continues its 70th anniversary with the second instalment in its three-mag series

VFACTS June 2023: HiLux holds strong, Model Y EV outsells Ranger

Electric vehicles are climbing to new heights in Australia and beating hybrids, while the Tesla Model Y surpasses the Ford Ranger in a shock defeat

2024 Kia Niro updated with more tech for base EV, price rises

Kia has increased pricing for its electrified Niro small SUV, as one variant receives more tech

Hyundai won’t compete with bargain Chinese EVs

Not only will Hyundai’s incoming Kona EV not rival Chinese electrics on price, the brand isn’t keen on a race to the bottom with its future battery-electric vehicles.

Mitsubishi Australia to evaluate new small SUV, as ASX ‘stalwart’ continues for now

Mitsubishi’s new unnamed small SUV – based on the XFC concept – will debut next month, as the enduring ASX looks set to continue in Australia

2024 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid confirmed for Australia

Hyundai will finally have a mid-size SUV that can fight the Toyota RAV4 on even terms

2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee falls short in ANCAP testing – for some variants

Plug-in hybrid and 7-seat Grand Cherokees score top marks in ANCAP testing, but 5-seat petrol variants penalised for seatbelt differences

2023 Renault Koleos Iconic Edition pricing: Limited-run midsize SUV arrives

Limited-run Renault Koleos flagship introduced in Australia with unique touches and drive-away savings

2023 Tesla Model 3 and Model Y electric car prices slashed to new lows

Electric car brand Tesla has cut Model 3 and Model Y pricing in Australia, with savings of up to $6395

Recall roundup: Toyota, Jeep, Genesis, Mercedes, Ram, JLR, Ferrari & Ford

New recall notices have been issued for certain vehicles from Toyota, Jeep, Genesis, Mercedes-Benz, Ram, Jaguar Land Rover, Ferrari, and Ford

2024 Cupra Formentor, Leon and Ateca pricing: New tech added

Cupra has announced tech updates for its Formentor, Leon and Ateca with matching price rises of up to $2000

2024 Skoda Kodiaq teased, initial details released

More details confirmed for the second-gen Skoda Kodiaq large SUV due in Australia next year

Sunroof-less 2023 Hyundai Tucson opened to new buyers with reduced wait time

Hyundai is offering a non-sunroof Tucson Highlander special as supply issues continue to bite – but it is only available for a limited time

2023 Toyota C-HR sold out, order holders pointed to all-new model

Toyota has halted orders of its current C-HR small SUV, with the next-gen version more than six months away from local showrooms

2024 Toyota C-HR revealed: Hybrid-only small SUV here next year

Euro-built second-gen C-HR small SUV here next year with two hybrids – including an all-wheel-drive GR Sport flagship