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Are “Electric Highways” going to change the world and make us all buy EVs?
Are the upsides of electric car technology offset by the inconvenience of Australia’s lacking infrastructure? Stephen Corby looks at the innovative Electric Highway solution that could turn the tide in favour of EVs and bring in the buyers.
Do speeding fines work?
Stephen Corby tells us what he really thinks about speeding fines.
Learning to drive a Mazda BT-50 4x4 off-road on Fraser Island
Car enthusiast and 4x4 beginner Stephen Corby talks us through the learning curve as he goes bush-bashing with the Australian Offroad Academy.
2016 Citroen C4 Cactus goes off-road
Damion Smy, Associate Editor of Wheels talks to us about a Cactus in the sand and getting out of trouble.
What cars should celebrities drive?
If celebrities were cars, would they all be super sexy sporty things, or would some of them turn out to be mundane, or boring, or green?
Mercedes-Benz E-Class: History and significance
Throughout Mercedes' rich history and ever-expanding range, one model remains the heart of the brand - the E-Class.
Mazda RX-Vision concept: The story of Mazda designer Ikuo Maeda
The relationship between a father and son can sometimes be complex, especially when they work in the same business. The warm and tender upbringing many of us take for granted was not always evident to the likes of JFK, Edsel Ford and Kerry Packer.
NZ anti-mobile phone ad could be the best we’ve seen
NZ Transport has taken a break from shock tactics to bring us a perfectly odd road safety campaign.
From Grand Prix novice to Formula 1 fanatic
Our Lifestyle Editor has been wooed by the Formula One after attending the 2016 Australian Grand Prix. Judging by the excited texts we received Sunday night, we think we’ve created a monster.
Can a sports car be a family car?
Sam has a very real dilemma: Can her beloved two-door sports car accomodate a growing family or is it time to move on?
Why buying your teenager an older car is a bad idea
A teenager’s first car shouldn’t be a rust-bucket. Here’s why…
Does Drivemode technology work?
Within the first few years of a new car coming out, the cutting-edge technology – especially in-car tech – becomes obsolete.
Self-parking cars can change the world
Stephen Corby's world has been turned upside down thanks to self-parking cars.
2014 Mini Cooper Pepper long term review
Not-so-mini Mini with three boosted pots: living with the 2014 Mini Cooper Pepper
What a Jeep Grand Cherokee taught me about stereotypes
A trip home in a Jeep Grand Cherokee taught me more about automotive stereotypes than any Internet meme ever could.
The search for a family car
With a growing family, Nathan discovered the trials and tribulations of upgrading the family car to a seven-seater. Masculinity optional.
Japan is a glimpse into our not so distant future
Some people worry about the future, but this is a fruitless and fraught exercise. If you’re worried about it, just go and visit; it’s only a half-day flight from here, and it’s called Japan.
Restraining order
Samantha uncovers a secret killer lurking in the back seats.
Dash cam dilemmas
An in-car camera or dash cam can exonerate you if you’re in a car accident, but it can also document your vehicular indiscretions
Top 10 car hacks
A few tricks of the trade to make life behind the wheel a bit more comfortable. It may even save you a penny or two.
Car park accidents
Reversed into a parked car and left an ugly scratch, but no contact details? Don’t be that guy.
OPINION: Lamborghini Aventador
A love of cars isn’t an easy thing to understand for some people. We all have our moments – until we got hold of the keys to a Lamborghini Aventador LP 700-4.
Road Etiquette
When did our roads become riddled with ignorant morons? WhichCar writer, Samantha Stevens, dives into the world of road manners.
Car designs versus car safety
Sally talks design evolution, and finding the balance between what looks good and what’ll keep you alive.