‘11 out of 10’: Aus’ first millionaire playground
An old coal mine is being transformed into a private racing track for Australia’s ultra wealthy. We got an exclusive look.
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Aus insurers’ sick move as cyclone nears
Aussies on edge and bracing for Cyclone Alfred have been hit with shock news from insurers who are meant to help them.
Aus Jeep dealer unleashes on failing brand
Jeep’s global failings are spilling into Australia as a local dealer unleashes a stunning tirade on their parent company amid legal action.
Car giant rushes fix for Aus’ ‘most annoying car’
The makers of the car labelled ‘the most annoying in Australia’ have pushed through an urgent fix to address an avalanche of criticism.
70% dive: Musk’s Tesla fail in Aus exposed
Elon Musk’s Tesla is facing a global assault and nothing sums up the nightmare situation better than Australia.
Iconic car quits Aus amid global collapse
Australia has lost access to one of its favourite cars after the global profit collapse of the brand’s parent company.
Thousands of cars recalled over fire risk
Hyundai have recalled about 9000 vehicles after authorities found a manufacturing defect in one of the car’s systems could cause a fire.
Iconic Aussie stadium as you’ve never seen it
From NRL to motorsport? One of Australia’s top stadiums has been transformed into a tarmac racetrack. See the pics.
Stunning supercar thrills on track
This gorgeous two-door should have Ferrari and Lamborghini checking their rear-view mirrors.
Minister accused of owning China ‘spy car’
Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke has been accused of driving around a Chinese ‘listening device’ and endangering national security.
Chinese ute takes down Aussie favs again
The hybrid Chinese ute causing waves on the Aussie motoring scene just blitzed another test that has traditional ute-makers on notice.
Chinese EV for AUD $9,555 stuns world
Some of the newest EVs being released in China have all the tech for prices as low as AUD $10k. But will Aussies get access?
$9.1bn slide: Car giant hits the wall
One of the world’s biggest car companies has hit the skids, as it haemorrhages money, sales, its share price and plenty of good will.
‘Inevitable’: China giant’s huge call on EVs
One of China’s fastest growing car brands has declared Aussie motorists can’t escape what is coming their way.
Toyota claims Aus has reached ‘peak ute’
Australia’s long-time love affair with utes is over according to the country’s biggest car brand, with a new upstart set to take over.
‘Holy grail’ EV update dooms petrol cars
This game-changing technology has just hit the road and it spells bad news for anyone making traditional petrol engines.
Aussie fav ute hits back at China with a bang
An Aussie favourite has undergone fresh changes for 2025 to fight against increasingly impressive rivals.
Tesla owners disguising their cars amid fear
Owners of Elon Musk’s Tesla EVs are taking some extreme measures on the road for one very sad reason.
Aus Tesla owners in wild move to sue Musk
Tesla owners have stunned the Australian motoring industry with a move against Elon Musk’s company.
Europe’s love child sets its sights on Tesla
This EV is one of Europe’s favourite cars and has designs on knocking Tesla off its perch but is it too boring for Aussie roads?
‘Corrupt’: Musk called out over dodgy move
Tensions in the US have erupted after Elon Musk made sweeping cuts to a government department in which he has a huge conflict of interest.
Instant regret as car giant’s EV gamble fails
One of the world’s most recognisable automakers is being forced to ditch EV plans and slash costs after a costly fail.
‘Porsche of off-road’: Aussie ute’s wild claim
Sales of fast off-roaders are booming as petrolheads escape traffic and speed cameras in search of adventure. This one ticks all the boxes.
Bloodbath as big EV firm files for bankruptcy
A scandalous EV brand famous for a fraudster boss and fake announcements has declared bankruptcy.
300pc spike: Hospital clocks horror trend
Serious injuries have skyrocketed in one Australian hospital as a troubling new trend sweeps the nation.
Aussie car prices to ‘skyrocket’ under Trump
There are fears the global fallout of Donald Trump’s wild trade war could see car prices at home explode.
Honda’s wild Nissan ultimatum exposed
The failed merger designed to save Nissan from collapse could be back on but only if the Japanese autogiant meets one huge Honda demand.
Shock group of Aus drivers a new death risk
Aussie P-plate drivers have long been slammed as the riskiest drivers on our roads. New data shows that honour belongs to a different age bracket.
Car brands caught in deadly loophole
The Australian government is being urged to investigate a popular piece of tech found in modern vehicles amid growing safety concerns.
Key myth busted on oversized ‘Yank Tanks’
New research has revealed a startling truth on popular super-sized vehicles affecting other road users.
‘Lambo Guy’ splashes out on $6.5m supercar
‘Lambo Guy’ Adrian Portelli has just scored himself a new $6.5m Supercar, on the proviso that no one else in Australia can own one.
Why Nissan-Honda bust-up is a good thing
A merger between two of Japan’s car brands was meant to save an icon. The failed talks are really a blessing in disguise, writes David McCowen.
‘Unacceptable’: $95bn car merger scrapped
Months after two of the largest car makers announced they were joining forces, an “unacceptable” disagreement has seen the deal called off.
Aus’ rarest number plate to fetch $1m+
A string of high-profile Aussie celebrities have made serious investments into number plates – now the rarest one is up for grabs.
‘Bigger than Toyota’: China’s Aus price war
The latest EV from China is set for its Aussie launch, with the brand making no attempt to hide its bid to wage war against established brands.
Car giant’s radical change as ute war heats up
One of Australia’s most loved utes has undergone a massive change as iconic brands fight for survival.
China attacks iconic Aussie utes in new move
Australia’s most popular utes were already under assault from a Chinese rival and the war is about to get a whole lot worse.
Elon Musk’s bombshell $100 billion gambit
Billionaire Elon Musk is known for pushing forward with outlandish takeover bids. He just made his next move.
Horror stats expose Aussie Gen-Z driving fails
A new survey has revealed a startling truth about young Aussie drivers.
‘Sold out’: Ugly car Aussies are obsessed with
We were once a nation of Commodores and Corollas. Now we have Ford Rangers and RAV4s instead. But that’s not all.
Nissan’s big claim: We’re ‘here to stay’
Nissan Australia claims it is “here to stay”, but it has some industry experts raising their eyebrows.
The ‘huge thing’ driving car sales
Turbocharged performance on the track has helped put car makers in the fast lane.
The car colours that costs more to insure
It turns out that if Aussies pick these coloured cars, it’ll cost you more in insurance – and the reason will shock you.
Honda fail forces Nissan into horror call
Nissan was willing to merge with bitter rival Honda because it avoided the one thing they hated more. Now, Nissan might have no choice.
75% crash: Tesla’s Aussie nightmare exposed
A new report has laid bare the disaster unfolding for Elon Musk and Tesla in Australia.
Major car brand smashed by Aussie change
More than half the vehicles sold by this popular manufacturer will disappear from Aussie showrooms within weeks.
‘On purpose’: US actor’s wild Musk conspiracy
Actor Misha Collins has posted a wild video rant on social media claiming Elon Musk organised someone to take control of his vehicle and crash it.
Baby’s death sparks outcry for new car tech
The shock death of a baby in Sydney has highlighted the one piece of safety tech many new cars are missing.
‘Aggressive war’: Car prices skyrocket
The cost of buying a new car in Australia has risen dramatically despite the arrival of cheaper brands.
Why this EV ‘missed the memo’
The world’s biggest car maker made promises that it didn’t deliver with its first fully electric medium SUV.
Classic car fetches $85m at auction
This vintage machine with impressive history sold for a record-breaking price.
$10k hike: Trump bombshell on auto prices
Trump’s bombshell tariffs on auto imports have sparked industry-wide panic and are set to have severe consequences.
BMW secures ‘perfect’ Bathurst win
International stars including Valentino Rossi took a landmark victory against Australia’s finest.
Bathurst rocked by massive smash
The driver of this Mercedes was lucky to escape serious injuries after flying through the air at 200km/h.
Nissan fires back in ‘tough times’
This automotive giant has answered critics with a move that should reassure concerned customers.
Why the customer isn’t always right
Confidently sticking to its guns, Porsche went its own way to create one of the best cars on sale.
Ford shocks with Red Bull ahead of V8 war
Ford has fired a huge shot in its looming Supercars war with Toyota by landing the best team in Australian racing.
Insane price paid for car sculpture
A classic Porsche artwork made from wire frame has sold for triple the price of the real thing.
Big appeal for ‘small’ car
Not interested in an electric car, SUV or a brand you’ve never heard of? This machine plays it safe.
Upstart’s bold play to take on BMW
This luxury brand has rebooted its strategy in the fight with European prestige giants.
All the cars axed by Aussie rule changes
Some of Australia’s most popular vehicles are being “cancelled” – with one carmaker being forced to kill off 60 per cent of its range.
Surprise verdict on Aussie drivers
Aussie drivers have been given a new rating by some of our toughest critics. But have they got it badly wrong?
Lucky escape as plane ‘dodges cars’
An Aussie pilot narrowly avoided tragedy when a joy flight turned into an emergency.
Shock safety score for Chinese EV
This fresh machine has raised eyebrows with a surprising rating by safety experts.
‘Fake’ new car has Aussies baffled
It was hoped this Aussie first timer could become one of the country’s most popular cars but we just don’t know what to make of it.
‘F*** him’: Aussie celeb leads Elon backlash
A famous Australian has traded in their ‘gross’ Tesla in protest of Elon Musk’s political views.
Have your say: Australia’s top 25 cars
Is the Holden Commodore or Ford Falcon Australia’s greatest car? Or could it be the Toyota LandCruiser?
‘Heil Tesla’: Activists hit Musk’s HQ
Elon Musk’s latest antics have been targeted by protestors with Tesla in the firing line.
‘No Elon’: Tesla lovers revolt over Musk
Tesla owners are discarding their once beloved cars in droves over Elon Musk’s latest move.
Car move driving Aussies to the brink
Today’s high tech cars are supposed to make driving much easier and much more stress free. So why are they pushing Aussie motorists to the brink?
Aussie car prices set to crash
It could be a great year to buy a car in Australia, with prices expected to plummet due to several crucial factors.
Trump immediately decimates EV law
President Donald Trump’s new policies on the motoring industry, especially electric vehicles, is set to really shake things up.
F1 star’s $4m Ferrari smashed
A quick test drive in Monaco turned disastrous for one of the biggest names in Formula 1.
Car giant axes Aussie favourites
A massive move from one of the world’s biggest car makers to pull its very popular models from the Aussie market is sure to upset fans and give rivals a big leg up.
‘Blinded’: Furious debate over Aussie cars
Irate Aussies are blasting new safety tech they claim is making our roads more dangerous.
Is this Australia’s most annoying car?
This Chinese EV delivers an incredibly frustrating experience on the road.
Deadly record we never wanted to break
Australia broke an unwanted record at the end of 2024 and it’s time to do something about it.
‘Threat’: What US-China bans mean for Aus
A US decision to impose sweeping bans on Chinese technologies will have huge ramifications for Australia, experts say.
‘We have a threat’: US moves on China, Russia cars
The US has taken drastic action to prevent the rising ‘threat’ of China and Russia with a landmark decision.
‘Burn it’: Nissan slammed over dud move
The global carmaker thought they’d brought a classic into the modern era but fans slammed them for doing the unthinkable.
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