Toyota FJ Cruiser bitter sweet farewell

Toyota announced this week that its FJ Cruiser – a retro-styled off-roader that harkens back to the original FJ40 – will end production in August. It’s been on sale here since 2011, where it’s attracted a loyal following. Are we sad to see it go? Anna Kantilaftas and Barry Park argue the toss.

How to drive at 200km/h safely

Should we introduce autobahns in Australia? Toby Hagon tells us what they’re all about.

Bernie Ecclestone says women can’t drive Susie Wolff comes to his defence

F1 supremo Bernie Ecclestone’s tactless-tongue strikes again as he announces he doesn’t believe women can compete with men in Formula One. Retired racing driver, Susie Wolff, comes to his defence.

Are “Electric Highways” going to change the world and make us all buy EVs?

Are the upsides of electric car technology offset by the inconvenience of Australia’s lacking infrastructure? Stephen Corby looks at the innovative Electric Highway solution that could turn the tide in favour of EVs and bring in the buyers.

Do speeding fines work?

Stephen Corby tells us what he really thinks about speeding fines.

Learning to drive a Mazda BT-50 4x4 off-road on Fraser Island

Car enthusiast and 4x4 beginner Stephen Corby talks us through the learning curve as he goes bush-bashing with the Australian Offroad Academy.

2016 Citroen C4 Cactus goes off-road

Damion Smy, Associate Editor of Wheels talks to us about a Cactus in the sand and getting out of trouble.

What cars should celebrities drive?

If celebrities were cars, would they all be super sexy sporty things, or would some of them turn out to be mundane, or boring, or green?

Mercedes-Benz E-Class: History and significance

Throughout Mercedes' rich history and ever-expanding range, one model remains the heart of the brand - the E-Class.

Mazda RX-Vision concept: The story of Mazda designer Ikuo Maeda

The relationship between a father and son can sometimes be complex, especially when they work in the same business. The warm and tender upbringing many of us take for granted was not always evident to the likes of JFK, Edsel Ford and Kerry Packer.

NZ anti-mobile phone ad could be the best we’ve seen

NZ Transport has taken a break from shock tactics to bring us a perfectly odd road safety campaign.

From Grand Prix novice to Formula 1 fanatic

Our Lifestyle Editor has been wooed by the Formula One after attending the 2016 Australian Grand Prix. Judging by the excited texts we received Sunday night, we think we’ve created a monster.

Can a sports car be a family car?

Sam has a very real dilemma: Can her beloved two-door sports car accomodate a growing family or is it time to move on?

Why buying your teenager an older car is a bad idea

A teenager’s first car shouldn’t be a rust-bucket. Here’s why…

Does Drivemode technology work?

Within the first few years of a new car coming out, the cutting-edge technology – especially in-car tech – becomes obsolete.

Self-parking cars can change the world

Stephen Corby's world has been turned upside down thanks to self-parking cars.

2014 Mini Cooper Pepper long term review

Not-so-mini Mini with three boosted pots: living with the 2014 Mini Cooper Pepper

What a Jeep Grand Cherokee taught me about stereotypes

A trip home in a Jeep Grand Cherokee taught me more about automotive stereotypes than any Internet meme ever could.

The search for a family car

With a growing family, Nathan discovered the trials and tribulations of upgrading the family car to a seven-seater. Masculinity optional.

Japan is a glimpse into our not so distant future

Some people worry about the future, but this is a fruitless and fraught exercise. If you’re worried about it, just go and visit; it’s only a half-day flight from here, and it’s called Japan.

Restraining order

Samantha uncovers a secret killer lurking in the back seats.

Dash cam dilemmas

An in-car camera or dash cam can exonerate you if you’re in a car accident, but it can also document your vehicular indiscretions

Top 10 car hacks

A few tricks of the trade to make life behind the wheel a bit more comfortable. It may even save you a penny or two.

Car park accidents

Reversed into a parked car and left an ugly scratch, but no contact details? Don’t be that guy.