Australian refineries reap record profits while taxpayers fund fuel relief.

Victoria crowned Australia’s car theft capital as gangs target LandCruisers with new tech

Australia’s car theft boom has turned professional and your driveway is now the showroom. You’d think forking out six figures on a new car might buy you some peace of mind.

Thinking of buying an EV? Why a hybrid is the smarter choice for most Australians.

Last week we told you about the collapse of TrueEV, the Australian distributor for Chinese EV brand XPeng. That was a warning shot for Australian motorists being marched towards the electric future by people who never seem to mention the dull but important bits, like servicing, parts, warranty support and whether the local outfit behind the shiny badge might still exist by the time your touchscreen starts having a breakdown.

True EV's collapse serves as a stark warning for buyers of new electric brands

Xpeng vice-chairman and president Brian Gu unveils on the maker's EVs in 2025. Picture: AFP

How to buy used EVs as fuel-price-spike leads to rush

Electric cars, particularly second-hand ones, are suddenly more appealing to drivers.

Formula 1 descends into an 'EV hell' as electrical failures plague the top teams

McLaren can run but it can't hide from reality even though a crew member did his best to shield the car and Oscar after they had to retire. Picture: AP

Why Oscar Piastri's crash is a bigger problem for McLaren than it seems

Oscar Piastri's damaged McLaren on the side of the track after he crashed in the formation lap of the Australian Grand Prix. Picture: Cameron Tandy

Welcome to the brave new world of 'battery babysitting' racing brought to you by Disney

A young fan holds a mask featuring Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton during Friday's practice session. Picture: AP

Burning issue of car fire problem BMWs not telling Aussies

This BMW X5 four-wheel-drive engaged in a spot of spontaneous combustion at Parramatta.

How the EV dream has reached peak fantasy, giving carmakers nightmares

Ford stopped building its Lightning F-150 EV pickup truck in late 2025. Picture: Bloomberg

How Ferrari's brand strategy makes its stock more valuable than its cars

The cabin of a 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. The world's most famous prancing horse has a dirty little secret: its shares have been a better bet than gold and its own classic cars.

These are the car brands most likely to die in the global industry crisis

The global car industry is in more trouble than an exhaust supplier at an EV trade show.

From Porsche to Toyota: The five best cars to buy in a tough market

Yes, it's here now. You didn't ask for it and we delivered. Direct from the Kensi Hotel in downtown Stepney, it's the announcement of the five best cars to buy now. The FBCTBN is an international award judged by a panel of two legends in their own lunchtimes.

From fake bestsellers to the trade-in trap: how dealers really make their money

Nobody tells you the truth about buying and selling a car. Here are five things dealers hope you never find out – from the trade-in shell game to why bestsellers aren't always bestsellers.

The '80s technology that's allowing crooks to drive off in your motor and why it's hard to stop

They're coming for your car – and they don't need your keys. The CAN bus, invented in the 1980s, has become the master key for modern car thieves. Here's how it works and what you can do about it.

World's biggest tech show saved from being soulless by nuts flying boat and harvester horsepower

CES 2026 in Las Vegas bleakly demonstrated the future isn't about speed, sound or skill. But a flying boat, a Lotus-like speedster and a 515kW combine harvester saved the show from complete soullessness.

Forget being sensible: Why you should buy a life-changing performance car

Ignore the oxygen thieves telling you to be sensible. Buy a car that will change your life. From a $15k Audi S3 to a V10 BMW M5, here are five cars that make you feel like a human again.