Hyundai IONIQ 5 N review: For the fast and furious family
You would not mistake this for one of my usual “family car” review vehicles. Except perhaps if your family was sponsored by Red Bull.
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Thousands have flocked to ‘the world’s wildest car festival’, including iconic Australian musical acts Jet, Eskimo Joe and Thirsty Merc.
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‘Fastest EV charging tech on the planet’
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This Tesla rival is anything but bland
A bold approach to design separates this intriguing electric vehicle from the herd.
Why you can’t ignore this electric SUV
When there’s an influx of luxury electric SUVs, they can start to blur into one. But this one is different.
15 yrs later: Aussie fave’s ‘ludicrous’ return
It’s been 15 years since this Aussie crowd favourite landed with a new model and 20,000 car lovers have already forked out for it. But it’s very much a mixed bag.
Catch: Buy a ‘Lambo’ for 20pc of the price
It goes like a Lambo, feels like one and even performs like one – and it’s only 20 percent of the price but there’s a catch.
New Chinese EV giant to flood Australia
Few Australians would have heard of this brand, but it hopes to change that with a value-packed Tesla alternative.
Can Chinese utes handle the bush?
Our torture test of BYD’s hybrid-powered Shark ute returns surprising results
The best-kept secret in luxury cars
This little-known brand springs a surprise for people ready to look beyond its badge.
Holy ****: Supercar shocks at the 500
This electric weapon has almost twice the power of a Supercar. Can it handle the Adelaide 500 circuit?
Much-loved SUV’s ‘teenage comeback’
This much-loved SUV is back with a bang and it will make you feel like a teenager all over again.
New EV battery changes everything
An upstart car maker has beaten some of the biggest names in the game, including Tesla, Toyota and BYD to dramatically change the way we look at and use EVs.
Chinese EV flood continues
Another Chinese EV brand has entered Australia offering aggressive pricing and advanced technology but fierce competition challenges its success.
Tesla EV vs. Toyota Hybrid: The verdict
The electric Tesla Model 3 and hybrid-powered Toyota Camry represent two of the most popular sedans on Australian roads. Which one is best?
Why Audi killed its most famous car
Prestige brand deletes an iconic name in favour of a new approach for the future of motoring.
I broke my golden rule for this car
This staggeringly brilliant – and expensive – sports car pushed its driver to start playing the lottery.
Alternative to Tesla? New EV to shake up Australia
This car has what it takes to shake up the Aussie motoring establishment but it isn’t without its flaws.
The opulent EV for millionaires
Australia’s first ultra-luxurious electric SUV debuts, offering Rolls-Royce-like opulence, advanced technology, and performance for a fraction of the price.
‘Mind boggles’: Car shipment rocks Aussies
An eagle-eyed Aussie spotted a fresh shipment of Toyota’s latest Prado model. The fleet of flashy 4WDs triggered a fiery debate about cost of living.
New SUV cheaper than Tesla Model Y
Kia Australia launches electric mid-size SUV at an unbelievable price.
Chinese copycat utes confirmed for launch
New commercial brand Foton returns to Australia with its tributes to American RAM and Ford pick-ups.
How VW could shake up the car market
This high-tech machine could challenge Toyota’s RAV4 Hybrid and the Tesla Model Y in the battle for Aussie drivers.
Shock price tipped for ’game changer’ ute
The hybrid-powered BYD Shark ute is set to undercut the competition with a surprisingly low asking price.
‘Gargantuan’ American SUV on the way
This enormous and opulent V8-powered wagon is unlike anything else on the road in Australia today.
Modern twist on iconic car
The Ford Mustang GT convertible combines power and style in a modern take on an iconic car.
The fastest road-legal supercar
British luxury automaker, McLaren, sets a new benchmark with next-generation supercar that only they could create.
Why you shouldn’t rush to buy this EV
This emerging brand says improvements are on the way to a car that didn’t impress on first impression.
The car to save you cash
This quiet achiever is an Aussie favourite for a good reason.
Motoring icon’s big crash is good news
Once one of the country’s best selling cars, this motoring giant’s fortunes have faded massively. But it’s not all bad news, especially for carbuyers.
Skoda makes huge move in Aussie first
This performance car lights the way for a new breed of performance vehicles at a growing brand.
New Chinese EV takes on Australia
One of China’s top EV start-ups is set to enter the Australian market with a new SUV.
Hyped EV shows how hard car buying has become
The latest super-hyped EV to hit Australia has made one thing about buying a new car abundantly clear.
Fresh fighter in cheap EV brawl
An Aussie favourite returns serve to cut-price Chinese rivals with an affordable new EV set to arrive next year.
This car goes against all modern trends
Forget about electric batteries, off-road adventures, two-tonne weights or annoying tech – this simple car plays to the classics.
Ageing car ‘falls well short’
Mitsubishi’s ASX is one of the oldest cars on sale, making it a safe if uninspiring option for Aussie motorists.
New Tesla rival tested
This attractive and quirky new electric car makes a case for going against the flow by taking a risk on a new player.
Should you buy an MG?
Stylish and full of features, the latest MG SUV makes a strong impression. But does it stand up to scrutiny?
This hot hatch icon is better than ever
A power bump and clever changes to the cabin make this turbocharged weapon worth waiting for.
F1-inspired car hits showrooms
This stylish SUV appeals to Grand Prix fans looking for a sporty SUV that presents a point of difference.
Ford’s tough new truck driven
Australia’s best-selling car just got even better, with beefed-up off-road ability and rugged new looks – but there is a catch.
The car killing hatchbacks
This compact crossover has a case to answer for the dwindling number of hatchbacks in Australian new car showrooms.
Huge American SUV locked in for Australia
Until now the Australian SUV landscape has been dominated by a few familiar nameplates but it’s about to get a shake up with the arrival of a new brand.
Why this car is the top of its class
This affordable hatchback sprung a surprise to challenge conventional thinking around compact cars.
This ute is a game-changer
This high-tech ute shakes up the dual-cab pecking order with features found in no other model in this class.
This car ’resets the benchmark’
An electric masterpiece sets a new standard for four-door vehicles of all kinds – but it does not come cheap.
‘Sweet spot’: Surprising car beats out Toyota
A test of Australia’s best hybrid SUVs shows there is more competition than ever for motoring families.
Glamorous machine a return to form
This stylish throwback represents an alternative to the world of heavy and high-riding SUVs.
This may be the best new car this year
A lot of more affordable cars show signs of penny-pinching but this former Car of the Year is solidly engineered and packed with goodies.
New direction for much-loved brand
Fans of turbocharged power and early adopters for the electric age will be pleased by Mini’s approach to the new Cooper hatch.
Cheap hatch’s simple formula for success
Small cars have become more expensive as manufacturers fit the very latest in crash avoidance technology. But this new model sticks to the basics.
SUV delivers best of both worlds
This emerging technology has significant compromises but a growing Chinese brand has developed the most convincing example yet.
Why this car has Toyota worried
This modern hybrid has the ingredients to see off the best-selling SUV in Australia, including a new approach to family driving.
Chinese EV giants face Aussie bloodbath
The rapid expansion of China electric vehicle industry is facing a major correction, with nearly nine in 10 existing brands on the chopping block.
Cut-price off-roader makes its mark
This affordable four-wheel-drive looks like a cross between a Jeep and a Mercedes G-Wagen, but costs thousands of dollars less and is surprisingly capable off-road.
New threat to HiLux and Ranger
Four-wheel-drive workhorses are big business these days and there are two clear leaders in the sales race. But a new take on an old rival could change all that.
No, what a feeling: Toyota dumps legend
Demand for this model remains incredibly strong, but the manufacturer has decided to pull it from sale due to ‘community expectations’.
EV driver’s at-home charging act sparks fury
An electric vehicle owner has generated a wave of community outrage after running an extension cord and charger across a suburban footpath.
Special edition of cult hero turns heads
This turbocharged sports sedan has built an incredibly loyal following from driving enthusiasts, delivering old-school thrills with modern luxuries.
Cut-price Chinese brand expands SUV range
This brand has had a chequered past in Australia, with safety recalls and quality issues, but its latest offerings are worlds away from earlier efforts.
The shock design detail that could change cars forever
This stylish new machine deletes a window in favour of a display screen, which could change the way cars are designed for good.
Why cars have become annoying
Frustrating technology designed to keep drivers safe on the road ‘rules out’ this otherwise accomplished machine.
Why this car is perfect for road trips
There’s a lot to love about this modern classic, starting with the unmistakable sound of the monster living under the bonnet.
Big new-car savings as deals return
The traditional end-of-financial-year deals have returned, thanks to improving vehicle supply and increased competition from Chinese brands.
Popular brand takes big gamble with SUV
This carmaker has built a solid following in Australia by offering value-for-money cars, but its latest offering drastically strays from that formula.
Why this car should be on more radars
Car prices have soared in recent years as brands have moved away from offering drive-away bargains. This hatchback breaks the mould.
New Chinese brand to drive down EV prices
This impressive newcomer has Tesla in its sights and a drive of its latest SUV suggests it has the quality and engineering smarts to win over buyers.
Budget brand branches out with roadster
Until now, this affordable Chinese brand has failed to live up to the famous badge on its bonnet. A new model will give it a tangible link with the past.
Affordable hatch keeps things simple
This small car has been a popular choice for Australian buyers for almost three decades and the new model doesn’t stray from its traditional formula.
Old school approach to family motoring
This maker’s local vehicle line-up is dominated by its popular workhorse ute and family 4WD but a new arrival aims to change that.
Price shock for top-selling budget hatch
This cut-price Chinese hatchback has been a popular choice for cash-strapped buyers, but the much improved new model is much more expensive.
Tesla rival changes tack with new car
Its first model was designed to go head to head with the Model 3 but this start-up brand has a very different target in mind with its second effort.
The inconvenient truth about Tesla
The world’s most talked about EV brand is copping a hammering from commentators at the moment as sales slide, stock mounts and prices are cut.
Cut-price ute takes on the big players
This budget newcomer is chasing the hearts and wallets of tradies with a value-for-money proposition that doesn’t skimp on luxuries and equipment.
Bold switch for legendary off-roader
This hard-as-nails four-wheel-drive has an incredibly loyal following but that may be tested by a big change to its character.
Family wagon has a sting in the tail
A brand with a reputation for developing surprisingly rapid family cars has applied its skills to a new breed of high-performance SUV.
Radical design change for popular SUV
Car makers are typically ultra conservative with styling changes, but this brand has opted for revolution rather than evolution with its latest offering.
Aussies can’t get enough of this budget 4WD
This high-riding off-road machine is capable of extraordinary adventures without charging an extraordinary price.
Bold change in direction for Euro SUV
This well-known brand has traditionally taken a conservative approach to its flagship family-sized SUV, but the latest model is a departure.
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