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3,000km, ENLITEN tech, solar endurance, and even a Malaysian team! This is Bridgestone’s World Solar Challenge 2023

Ford issues recall for Ranger ute and Everest 4WD

Subaru, Toyota in race to introduce first EV

Is the new Subaru WRX as good as the original?

Tesla driver caught hooning 85km over speed limit

2024 Jeep Avenger electric SUV confirmed for Australia

2023 Ram 1500 Big Horn has arrived in Australia

Ford unveils Mustang GTD, the wildest muscle car yet

Chery Tiggo 7 Pro confirmed for Australia

Vaping while driving could result in big fines

Kia EV9 sizes up BMW’s X5

MG announces bold plans for Australian market

Why American trucks such as the Ford F-150 are better overseas

Full-sized pick-up trucks are growing in popularity on Australian roads with more and more makers lining up to sell them. This is the next big arrival.

Mercedes considering V8 comeback for C63

Having ditched the thumping V8 engine from its sports sedan heroes, Mercedes is reportedly considering a return to muscle car power.

Ford Bronco four-wheel-drive tested

This rugged beast has the ingredients to be a smash hit in Australia, but there are no guarantees it will reach our shores despite its local roots.

Fisker confirms three new electric cars due by 2025

An exciting new electric car brand has detailed three new models due to go on sale soon, and they would be very enticing to Australian drivers.

Electric muscle cars in the fast lane

The famous tuner known for creating fast Mustangs could lead the charge for beefed-up battery-powered machines into the new era.

Why Aussies are wrong about Nascar

A behind the scenes look at American stock car racing reveals there are plenty of lessons to be learned in motorsport.

Ads on a fuel dispenser nozzle! Haven't seen anything like this before

I went to fill up my wife’s Ford Fiesta petrol and noticed that the fuel dispenser nozzle had a little screen on it. BHPian Jeroen recently shared this with other enthusiasts. Just now I took my wife’s Ford Fiesta ...

There is finally some good news for new car buyers

Australians bought more cars last month than any July previously, suggesting Aussies on the hunt for a new vehicle might have the upper hand.

Two Mazda models recalled amid fears faulty wire could cause serious harm or death

Two popular car models have been recalled amid fears a wiring issue could cause serious harm or death.

2024 Toyota Prado revealed for Australia

Toyota Australia has revealed a big update to one of the country’s favourite big family SUV and it’s tougher and better looking than ever.

Ford Mustang to keep V8 power

The iconic performance car has been part of the Blue Oval line-up for decades, but the global push for electrification clouds its future.

Nissan Leaf hit with urgent recall notice

A giant Japanese car maker has asked owners to bring their cars back to dealerships to fix a vital safety issue that could have serious consequences if left unchecked.

Next-gen Mini to get in-car video games

Most digitally advanced Mini yet

2024 Mitsubishi Triton new car review

Sales of this once-popular workhorse have dived this year, but a range of significant upgrades should see it resume the fight with Toyota’s HiLux and Ford Ranger.

2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E to arrive soon

After a long wait, the Blue Oval’s will introduce a hot new model in Australia later this year – and it has the numbers to challenge a familiar favourite.

Aussies split over the super-sized US pick-up trucks clogging Aussie roads

A new generation of super-sized US-style pick-up trucks is taking over Australian roadsthe humble ute, but they’re triggering mass outrage.

Acura's Most Popular Models Going Electric Before 2030

A new report claims that the MDX, RDX, and TLX will be reinvented as electric models in the second half of the decade. Acura and its parent company Honda have been slow to embrace EVs in North America, but that's ...

Ford Wants You To Use EVs Like Giant Power Banks To Prevent Grid Collapse

Vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology will allegedly help strengthen the grid. The increasing number of EVs requires higher electricity consumption, which has led to many concerns that electricity grids across the country, and the world, would not be able to sustain the ...

Chevrolet announces prices for new Corvette Z06

In an extraordinary move, this manufacturer has told its Australian car dealers they are ‘free to determine the prices’ of this alternative to exotic European sports cars.

Toyota recalls Lexus car over potentially fatal battery defect

A luxury vehicle has been recalled over fears a manufacturing defect with the battery could result in a potentially fatal vehicle fire.

New Software Claims 25% Faster EV Battery Charging Time

The system is also capable of improving battery life by 30%. As more electric vehicle (EV) models are rolling out in the market, the need for faster charging time is as clear as day. UK-based WAE Technologies may have a ...

Stellantis' IBIS Battery Technology Set To Revolutionize The Small EV Segment

Hopefully, this will lead to many more sub-$20k EVs. Stellantis has introduced an innovative battery that integrates the inverter and charger functions. Called the Intelligent Battery Integrated System (IBIS), this new system is the result of a four-year collaboration between ...

Calls for SUV drivers to pay higher parking fees to fight pollution

There are calls for drivers of certain cars in one Aussie city to pay more for parking in an effort to tackle pollution, with the suggestion fiercely dividing opinion.

Study: Tesla EVs Lose Minimal Range On Hot Days

Tesla EVs come with a heat pump that seems more efficient than rivals. We know that various external factors can affect the estimated range advertised by EV makers, one of which is temperature, including extreme heat and cold, but it ...

New Cork Hybrid Will Make Noise Insulation More Sustainable

Cork is not just for wine. Amorim Cork Composites has launched a new cork and thermoplastic blend that it claims improves acoustic insulation while being more sustainable than traditional materials. The new product is called MAC020 Heavy Mass Layer, and ...

Audi Confirms Chinese Battery Expertise For New EVs

Audi and SAIC further strengthen their partnership to develop new EV technology. According to a recent report from Bloomberg, Audi and Chinese state-owned automaker Shanghai Automotive Industry Corporation (SAIC) have reached a collaborative agreement through which to develop new electric ...

What Is Track Mode In A Car?

What Is Track Mode On A Car? What Does Track Mode Affect? Tesla’s Track Mode Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) Track Mode Settings The Importance Of Closed Circuit Driving Courses Everything you wanted to know about track mode. Read in ...

World-first portable heating and cooling appliances now on sale

Innovative EcoFlow WAVE 2 portable air-conditioner and GLACIER 3-in-1 fridge and ice-maker now available in Australia

Electric BMW M3 Will Borrow Tech From Hyundai Ioniq 5 N

The secret to making electric cars fun is to make them flawed. When the BMW M3 goes electric, it looks like the brand will take a page out of the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N playbook by giving it a simulated ...

Elon Musk In Talks To Share Full Self-Driving With Major OEM

Tesla owners can also transfer FSD over to a new car (for a limited time only). During Tesla's second-quarter earning call, Elon Musk revealed that a “major OEM” is investigating the option of licensing its Full Self-Driving (FSD) software and ...

10 Best Cars For Seniors: Golden Years, Golden Rides

What Senior Drivers Need In A Car Ease Of Ingress And Egress Seating Position And Vantage Point Adjustable Steering Wheel Comfort And Convenience Driver Assistance The Best Cars For Senior Citizens In 2023 1. Toyota Camry 2. Honda Accord ...

New York Police's Camera-Based Artificial Intelligence Vehicle Monitoring System Bound To Spark Outrage

Is this a valuable crime-fighting tool or an invasion of privacy? Automatic License Plate Recognition (ALPR) technology is nothing new and helps law enforcement officials search for vehicles connected to crimes or known criminals. However, a new report from Forbes ...

Polestar 2 electric car gets massive changes

A car maker has fundamentally changed the layout of its top-selling model in a move that may be without precedent in the history of the car industry.

Dramatic car chase across Sydney ends in crash

A dangerous car chase has ended with a car crashing into a traffic light and the driver arrested.

Tesla Charge On Solar Finally Makes EV Charging Emissions-Free

Tesla's Charge on Solar function can reduce your carbon footprint and electricity bills. Tesla consistently rolls out software updates, and the latest has brought several new features to the fray, including a “Charge on Solar” function that lets owners charge ...

Why VW's EV Composites Will Succeed Where BMW's Failed

Loadbearing Composites Wireless EV Charging Lightweight Body Parts And Paper-Based Interiors VW believes AI has a vital role to play in extending EV range, structural rigidity, and charging ability, and America is the hub of this innovation. Volkswagen will ...

Tata Group to invest over £4 billion in UK gigafactory

Tata Group, the owner of Jaguar Land Rover, has chosen the UK for its first gigafactory outside India, which will secure UK-produced batteries for the Jaguar Land Rover, as well as other manufacturers in the UK and Europe. Production ...

Tesla V4 Superchargers Resolve Payment Issues For Non-Tesla Owners

The updated charging stall has been spotted at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. Tesla has introduced the updated V4 Supercharger station in Europe, which will seemingly accept multiple payment methods for the first time. This will rectify one of the ...

This Robot Will Auto-Impound Your Car For Illegal Parking

With Eastract roaming the street, people may think twice before occupying a disabled parking space. A new video from the UK has given us a glimpse of a rather unique towing device that can collect your vehicle remotely and simply ...

Carbon Hybrid Wheels Were Hiding All Over The Goodwood Festival Of Speed

Several of the breathtaking vehicles on display were shod with these lightweight wheels. At this past weekend's 2023 Goodwood Festival of Speed, several of the vehicles were sporting Dymag's carbon hybrid wheel technology. The British firm supplied its industry-leading wheels ...

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