‘Screwed’: Aussies can’t sell used Teslas
Trying to sell a second hand Tesla is taking years in some cases and requiring hefty discounts, sparking anger among owners of the once-hot cars.
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Honeymoon is over: EV sales crash
Leading brands have slashed thousands of dollars off the price of their electric cars but buyers don’t appear to be responding. It appears the honeymoon is over.
Shocking number of Aussies drink driving
Shocking new data has revealed the amount of Aussies who knowingly get behind the wheel while over the legal alcohol limit.
Carjacker leave car victim’s toddler on side of street
Carjacking Suspect Stops to Leave Victim’s Toddler on Side of Busy Florida Roadway
’Truth’ behind this ambo crash picture
A paramedic who crashed an ambulance after working for “more than 18 hours” has hit back with what he claims really happened.
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.
Wild scenes as car speeds through red light
Dashcam footage has captured chaotic scenes after a car barrelled through a red light, with tradies rushing to stop the driver leaving.
Stunt driver shows extreme skills
Paul Swift holds world records for stunt driving, including driving on two wheels, as he demonstrates to David McCowen in the Ford Ranger Raptor….
Grandma killed in horror crash pictured
A beloved grandmother who was killed in a horror bus crash alongside two others has been pictured for the first time.
‘You’re fried’: Aussie confronts ‘drunk driver’
A Perth man has been charged with drink driving after he was seen in a wild video crashing his car into a house.
‘Cheats’: China’s $347bn global EV plot
As China’s assault on the global car market intensifies, the extent of Beijing’s secret plot to crush its western rivals can be revealed – and it’s not cheap.
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.
Powerful tornado flips ute into oncoming traffic
An EF-1 tornado touched down and wreaked havoc in Jacksonville, Florida.
Woman, 18 dies in horror crash with bus
A fatal crash along a notorious stretch of road has claimed the life of an 18-year old woman after the car she was driving collided with a mini-bus.
‘Blatant rip-offs’: Chinese EVs slammed
As Chinese carmakers launch an assault on global markets, aiming to topple Western and Asian rivals, a long-running dirty habit has been exposed.
Packed crowd watches police race car lovers
Beat the Blue attracted more than 35,000 people to Sydney Motorsport Park, to watch police take on enthusiasts on a wet skid pan.
Driver charged after truck hits school
A driver whose truck ploughed through a major city intersection and into a school classroom has been charged.
Moment out-of-control truck nearly slams into pedestrians
CCTV captured the terrifying moment bystanders were nearly hit by an out-of-control truck
P-plate driver lucky to walk away from violent crash
A frightening crash involving two cars and two trucks on a major highway has been caught on camera.
How this classic bucks all the trends
Cars are becoming bigger, greener, heavier and more complex to operate – but this machine holds out against the march of progress.
Why cars have become annoying
Frustrating technology designed to keep drivers safe on the road ‘rules out’ this otherwise accomplished machine.
Horror after car crashes into dam
A man has died after the vehicle he was driving veered off the road and crashed into a dam.
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.
Update after two killed in bus crash
There has been an update after a minibus rolled, killing two farm workers and injuring nine others in a rural area.
Big brand fights back against Chinese EVs
Not content to let emerging brands own the electric car space, this major manufacturer will hit back with a cut-price car.
Ford’s Mustang is the ultimate road trip machine
A journey to the 24 Hours of Le Mans highlights this muscle car’s strengths, according to David McCowen.
Brand-new Chinese EV fails twice in 9 days
A woman has revealed a “frightening” experience with her brand new hybrid that saw her steering fail metres from a busy intersection.
‘Mismatch’: Number reveals harsh EV truth
Australia’s used car market is filling up with a glut of unsold electric vehicles, as wary consumers steer clear amid concerns about battery life and resale values plummet.
No charges after giant SUV kills two girls
A driver of a giant SUV who ploughed into a school last year killing two eight-year-old girls will not face charges, prosecutors have announced.
Muscle car icon goes green
This enormously powerful machine promises to unite traditional petrolheads with progressive fans of electrification.
‘Elon isn’t as close as he thinks’: Tesla beaten
Ford has announced a major technological breakthrough that advances the race for fully self-driving cars – and it’s a massive blow for Elon Musk’s Tesla.
Scary moment carjacker tries stealing Tesla
A Tesla owner captured an attempted carjacking while on the road.
Sneaky new driving rule hits state in days
Mobile phone detection cameras will get another capability in just days, with motorists urged to drive safely or risk a hefty fine or worse.
Sneaky new driving rule hits state in days
Mobile phone detection cameras will get another capability in just days, with motorists urged to drive safely or risk a hefty fine or worse.
Drivers put in danger by tech change
Car companies say ‘nothing can be done’ about a change that could increase emergency response times to serious smashes.
BMW brings EV alternative to Australia
This tech has the potential to shift the balance of green motoring on Australian roads, promising strong performance without slow charging.
Driverless car foiled by speed bump
A robotic delivery car in China needed a little human intervention after its journey was thwarted by two speed bumps.
‘Last tank of gas’: Rebuilt Valiant Charger left high and dry
The owner of a painstakingly rebuilt, beautiful vintage car that runs on LPG said he would have to spent tens of thousands to convert his car to regular fuel, as local supply dries up.
‘Crazy’ new supercar reinvents the wheel
This exquisite new creation has extraordinary technology and design elements to match a truly eye-watering price tag.
China’s dirty EV move in Australia exposed
A growing list of Chinese car brands are racing to topple Tesla from the top of the electric vehicle table – and Australia is ground zero.
Cops’ major change in bid to stop crime
Police in one state have added an electric vehicle to its fleet as part of its crime prevention plan.
How Bugatti reinvented the wheel
This $9 million supercar takes a daring approach to automotive design and engineering, reports David McCowen.
Uber driver attacked, car stolen by passenger
Police are on the hunt for two men who drove away in the Uber driver’s car after booking a ride in Sydney’s north-west early this morning.
Disturbing theory behind eerie interaction
Dashcam footage captured the eerie moment a woman made a beeline for a car on a Sydney road. What happened next has sparked calls for a police investigation.
Man blows astonishing alcohol reading, cops
Concerned motorists made multiple calls into police after seeing a motorist allegedly swerving on the roads. Here’s what police allege happened.
Ford makes major breakthrough
One of the world’s largest vehicles manufacturers has made a major breakthrough which could soon see customers have totally self-driving cars.
The car Aussies are fighting for
This extreme machine requires potential owners to participate in a ruthless application process designed to weed out people deemed unworthy.
Ford Mustang GTD is a wild machine
This $500,000 coupe transforms the Mustang from a muscle car into a supercar.
Behind the wheel of world’s best supercar
The brave new world of electrification has created enormous headaches for the makers of top-end sports cars, but this one seems to have nailed a successful formula.
Mobster decapitated in unexpected death
An elderly man who met a horrific end on a public street in front of shocked onlookers has been identified as a prominent member of the Genovese crime family.
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