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Hyundai has rolled out another mid-life update to its i30 Hatch, but is it worth the extra price when you get behind its new face?
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8.8
Rolls-Royce Spectre review: The $1 million EV
With batteries made from Australian-sourced material, the most expensive electric car in Australia still has a lot of questions to answer.
Alborz Fallah
7.8
Renault Koleos review
Renault's mid-sized SUV doesn't steal the headlines like some of its rivals, but it offers a dash of French flair at an appealing price.
Scott Collie
GWM Ora Sport review
The Ora Sport is GWM's alternative to a Tesla Model 3, but the two electric sedans couldn't look any more different inside and out.
William Stopford
GWM Tank 500 Hi4-T PHEV review
With impressive electric range and genuine off-road capability, the GWM Tank 500 Hi4-T could nicely fill a vacuum of sorts in the local PHEV market.
William Stopford
GWM Cannon Alpha Hi4-T PHEV review
The plug-in hybrid ute segment is about to go from empty to brimming with options in a short space of time. Will GWM's be able to stand out?
William Stopford
The BMW M Snow and Ice Experience belongs on your bucket list
PARTNER CONTENT: This is the ultimate alpine automotive adventure guaranteed to rival any theme park ride you’ve previously experienced.
Anthony Crawford
8.1
Chery Omoda E5 review
Chery's first EV in Australia is a grown up SUV with massive showroom appeal that sets it apart from the competition.
Josh Nevett
8.4
Kia EV3 review
Kia's new entry-level EV could be a very impressive bit of kit if the Korean brand can price and spec it right when it arrives here in 2025.
James Wong
Taking on the great Australian outdoors in the GWM Tank 500 and Tank 300
PARTNER CONTENT: Off-road suspension compliance is excellent on both models, but on the Tank 500 ride comfort is downright superb
Anthony Crawford
8.7
Volkswagen Golf GTI review
More power, more finesse, and a much more liveable interior make the updated Volkswagen Golf GTI one to look forward to.
Matt Campbell
8.7
Skoda Superb review
Matt Campbell heads to Europe to try out Skoda's new flagship sedan and wagon, ahead of their arrival in Australia early next year.
Matt Campbell
8.2
Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max Ultimate review
The worst thing about the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max Ultimate is its name, which is high praise for this value-packed seven-seater.
Josh Nevett
8.2
Volvo EX30 review
The Volvo EX30 is a cute little electric SUV with plenty to offer, but there's still room for improvement here.
Scott Collie
8.1
Isuzu D-Max review
The D-Max is a staple in the Australian ute market, and this year's updates have done well to bring it up to speed against the competition.
Max Davies
7.7
Renault Arkana review
The new Renault Arkana gets tweaked looks and added kit with a dash of spirit from the Alpine performance division.
James Wong
From Around The Web
Tesla Cybertruck is a rolling billboard... with a stripper pole
There's no limit to what people will do with a Tesla Cybertruck, as demonstrated by this strip club-spec example in Las Vegas.
Dev Singh
Lego McLaren P1: Life-sized hypercar laps F1 track
The McLaren P1 has been immortalised in plastic to celebrate the launch of Lego's latest 1:8 scale Technic kit.
Jordan Mulach
Race-winning Ford Mustang Supercar could be yours for a ‘bargain’ price
Walkinshaw Andretti United is selling Chaz Mostert’s Ford Mustang before it even shows its true pace at the 2024 Bathurst 1000.
Jordan Mulach
L- and P-plater street race VW Golfs, both win licence suspensions
A pair of Volkswagen Golf-driving L- and P-platers have lost their licences and face fines of almost $3000 each after street racing in Sydney.
Dev Singh
Don't drive seven times over the limit to pick up your kid from school
A New South Wales driver has had her licence suspended and is facing a court date for returning a blood alcohol level of 0.269.
Dev Singh
Learner driver pushes cooked Corolla to the limit, cops major fine
A learner driver in NSW has had their licence suspended after police caught them at 138km/h in a mechanically questionable Toyota Corolla.
Dev Singh
Drug detections outnumber drink-driving offences in latest police crackdown
Over four days, New South Wales police conducted over 10,000 random drug tests of motorists, with 470 of these returning a positive result.
Max Davies
Why this Swiss millionaire copped a $200,000 fine... for tailgating
A Swiss BMW driver could hand over more than 113,500 francs ($200,555) to the government after tailgating on a motorway.
Dev Singh
Another classic car bursts into flames leaving Pebble Beach
A rare Hispano-Suiza has become the second rare vehicle to catch fire in transit shortly after being displayed at Monterey Car Week.
Dev Singh
Silverado owner angry about being towed steals truck, leaves trail of destruction
Multiple videos have been shared of an altercation in Brooklyn which saw a man steal a tow truck and damage multiple cars, writing off his own car in the process.
Dev Singh
Fernando Alonso gets his Aston Martin hypercar, laughs at report it broke down
The Spanish F1 drive has denied the first drive in his bespoke Valkyrie ended with a stroll home, despite a video posted online.
Max Davies
Police warn a nap could save your life... and spare you from a fine
While police can't fine you for being tired, they can fine you for dangerous or negligent driving – so pull over and take a nap!
Dev Singh
Toyota Corolla races Volkswagen Golf GTI, both lose
Two P-platers in NSW have been caught allegedly street racing in a pair of hot hatches that didn't belong to them.
Dev Singh
Subaru rally, Ford performance masterminds now working on an electric box
Prodrive has gone from superchargers to supercharged with its latest endeavour, set to be a tiny commercial EV.
Max Davies
Criminal uses tow truck to steal valuable Holden Commodore in broad daylight
A brazen daytime car theft has seen a valuable Holden Commodore V8 snatched from a Logan carpark by an unmarked, unregistered tow truck.
Dev Singh
Police tapping Teslas to track killers
Tesla's Sentry Mode is doing more than just capturing car-keying vandals, with the technology now being recruited to solve potential murders.
Dev Singh
Is It Legal?
Is it legal to do your makeup while you're driving?
While it may seem like a great use of time putting on your makeup while driving to work, it can get you in serious trouble in some instances.
Matt Campbell
Is it illegal to put your feet up on your dashboard?
Is it legal to put your feet on the dashboard? The answer may actually surprise you, but here is why you shouldn't care.
Matt Campbell
Is it legal to add a light bar or spotlights to my vehicle?
Adding a light bar, spot lights or driving lights to a vehicle can be one of the best ways to improve the safety of the vehicle, but you need to get it right.
Matt Campbell
Is it illegal to unplug an EV while it's charging?
There are no specific rules to police this, but unplugging someone else's car may cause you some issues depending on who you ask.
Matt Campbell
Is it legal for P-platers to tow a trailer?
It's legal for P-platers to tow a trailer in Australia, though there are restrictions in some states and territories.
Matt Campbell
Is it illegal to have a dog in the back of my ute?
If you do the wrong thing and are caught for it, it’s more than just a slap on the wrist with fines in excess of $9000!
Matt Campbell
Is it illegal to drive naked?
If you're found to expose yourself to anyone who doesn’t want to see what you’ve got to show them, you could be charged with obscene exposure, but is it legal to drive naked?
Matt Campbell
Is it legal to stop on a pedestrian crossing or a children’s crossing?
We've all done it, either by accident or purpose. But is it illegal to stop on a pedestrian crossing in Australia?
Jordan Mulach
Is it illegal to drive over a roundabout?
It may seem like a good idea and be a little bit of fun, but driving over a roundabout is illegal unless certain criteria is met.
Matt Campbell
Is it legal to drive with one hand on the wheel?
Australia-wide, the rules are basically the same. You should have both hands on the wheel at all times.
Matt Campbell
Is it illegal to leave your car windows open?
Thieves aren't the only people who can cash in if you park your car with the windows open.
Matt Campbell
Is it illegal to drive with squeaky brakes?
Here's what you need to know about getting around with squeaky brakes. Turns out, sometimes they're more than just annoying.
Matt Campbell
Is it illegal to drive with headphones?
You might find yourself wanting to drive with headphones on, but be careful – it could land you in trouble.
Matt Campbell
Is it illegal to drive while smoking?
While it's legal to smoke in the car, there are circumstances where you will be fined for doing so.
Matt Campbell
Is it legal to eat while driving in Australia?
Eating while driving may not only mess up your car, it may see you cop a fine from the police depending on where in Australia you are.
Matt Campbell
Is it legal to drive with your fog lights on?
We've all complained about drivers coming the other way with fog lights on in broad daylight. When is it legal to use them?
Matt Campbell
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