Why the rush to EVs poses risks
As automakers rush to introduce new electric vehicles to the market in response to Australia’s FBT face risks to safety and reliability.
Motoring
Fierce SUV hits the market
Swedish carmaker sets new benchmark for luxury electric SUV, combining Scandinavian design, advanced safety, sustainable materials and impressive performance.
What happens to a Tesla during flooding
US authorities call out EV makers over “threats of their cars” following footage of a Tesla bursting into flames after a flood.
Terrifying Tesla fire following storm
Flooding in the US has reinforced the risk posed by electric vehicles exposed to saltwater. David McCowen reports.
Epic $1m luxury car touches down
Rolls-Royce is in its own lane with ultra-luxurious SUV Cullinan Series II, as reporter Danielle Collis explores.
The world’s most elegant SUV
Iconic British Brand in their own lane with ultra-luxurious SUV market.
‘Great money’: Inside the northern suburbs job boom
It’s been seven years since the final car came off the line at Holden in Adelaide and now the northern suburbs is finding its feet and brimming with big pay opportunities.
Polestar 3 SUV
Polestar launches new electric SUV the Polestar 3, Reporter Danielle Collis explores in Tasmania.
Shocking moment pipe bursts spraying sewage all over the road
We don’t even want to imagine what this smelled like.
This is the worst thing about new cars
The rise of vehicle technology is meant to make our lives easier but this feature in most cars is just plain dangerous.
Hoons ‘on notice’ with $200k move
Souped-up car lovers and general burnout bandits should be prepared to be pinged by new technology, soon to be installed.
Speed tech frustrating drivers
Some safety features in new cars could be doing more harm than good, as David McCowen discovers.
23yo charged as crash leaves kids orphaned
A young driver has been charged following a horrific crash on a major highway that left four people dead and five siblings orphaned.
Chinese Porsche clone set for launch
Subaru’s Australian distributor ditches French cars for Chinese EVs to challenge the likes of Tesla.
New details about horror crash, four dead
A married couple have left behind five children after they died in a car crash, which also claimed the lives of two teenage friends, in NSW.
Warning to EV owners after garage horror
A potentially deadly blaze in an Australian garage has prompted authorities to offer advice to EV owners.
‘I’m not a moron’: Barnaby fires up over EVs
Barnaby Joyce has clashed with a senior Labor MP about the possibility of China controlling its electric vehicles in Australia.
Warning for EV owners over charging risk
Fire Rescue Victoria has warned EV owners not to use inappropriate equipment to top up electric cars, as David McCowen reports.
Chinese brand hits back at hacking claims
BYD says it takes customer privacy ‘very seriously’ following US concerns its cars could be accessed remotely.
Four teens arrested after stolen car crash
A girl has been left with life-threatening injuries following a group of teenagers allegedly crashing a stolen car, before fleeing the scene.
Clueless Sydney tow truck driver loses his load
Western Sydney tow truck driver’s massive load fail
Affordable luxury cars coming next year
One of Australia’s fastest-growing brands has announced plans to introduce a new range of luxurious models in 2025.
‘Emergency’ declared after fuel tanker crash
Residents have been warned to “remain indoors” after a fuel tanker crashed on a Queensland highway, with police setting up an exclusion zone.
18-year-old fronts court after insane hoon
An 18-year-old P plater has lost his license just 24 hours after it was issued to him for going on an insane alleged hoon.
New 2024 Toyota Camry
The Toyota Camry has long been a favourite on Australian roads and it’s easy to see why, Danielle Collis reports.
Huge change for Australia’s best selling car
Australia’s best-selling car will never be the same again, promising to revolutionise the worksite and campsite and everything in between.
Major change for parking fines in one state
Stubborn councils in one state will be forced to stop issuing this “unpopular” fine after the system was blasted as being unfair.
‘No regard’: Dumb fine system banned
An infuriating system that sees drivers slapped with costly fines without realising will be outlawed, after councils refused to voluntarily scrap it.
‘Putrid’: Man’s bizarre act caught on camera
A late-night bandit is still at large after allegedly racking up $40,000 worth in damage in just hours on suburban street.
Crisis for Elon Musk as Tesla craters
Tesla’s dominance in the European EV market is being challenged by traditional automakers.
Why Aussie apprentices are dropping out
Apprentices are being pushed out of their training because of one thing crippling a lot of young Australians, an industry body says.
Car safety tech to be used against you
Car owners will be frustrated by changes coming to new vehicles, as David McCowen reports.
In-car ads coming to new vehicles
Manufacturers are set to monetise new cars with in-vehicle connectivity and advertising that could drive you crazy.
Driver charged over horror crash
A driver has been charged with drink and drug driving following a horror crash that left five people fighting for life in hospital.
Eye-watering price of Aussie number plate
A “rare” Australian number plate which first hit the streets more than a century ago is expected to sell for an eye-watering amount.
There’s nothing like this convertible
Dani and Dave examine the Mazda MX-5, a perfect roadster for sunny weekend drives.
‘Up in flames’: China’s shocking EV ban
They explode “as if packed full of toxic dynamite” – and one nation has already started cracking down on electric vehicles as a result.
Sneaky way car companies are taking your cash
Major car companies such as Tesla, BMW, Mercedes, Nissan and Kia are looking for ways to host transactions to offer you new services – and…
Chinese hybrid ute to shake up market
This ute is set to arrive in Australia and it ticks a box that will make it super cheap and shake up the market for tradies.
David and Danielle review the Mazda MX-5
Reporters, David McCowen and Danielle Collis review the Mazda MX-5 roadster.
Office worker’s break rudely interrupted by out of control car
When you finally get a break, but the world has other plans.
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.
Hybrid ute should scare the establishment
GWM’s Cannon Alpha Ultra ute impressed Iain Curry with loads of power and impressive green credentials.
How Hyundai will take on Ferrari
An ‘ambitious’ plan to take on the biggest names in motoring could transform the future of this growing brand.
Insane new bike hits Australia
The Ducati Panigale V4 approaches MotoGP performance for a fraction of the cost, as David McCowen explains.
Students surprise school cleaner with his dream car
High school students in Vienna, Virginia, surprised their favorite custodian with his dream car — a cherry-red Jeep Wrangler
Driving Chery’s electric Omoda E5
China’s emerging Chery automotive brand has produced its first electric car for Australia. Iain Curry reports.
Most congested Aussie city revealed
Traffic jams in Australia’s most congested city are costing the average driver nearly 100 hours each year.
‘No one is buying’: Proof of EV ‘flop’
EVs have been such a “commercial flop” that manufacturers are now trying to flog them by any means necessary, says Caleb Bond.
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.
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