Tony O'Kane

Contributor

The first book Tony ever read cover-to-cover was the maintenance manual for a Volkswagen Beetle, and he’s been reading and writing about cars ever since.

A journalist by training but a car freak by nature, Tony is fascinated by the technology behind automobiles – whether it’s archaic side valve engines or hydrogen fuel cells. His product knowledge and road-testing expertise have been helping Australian new-car consumers buy smarter for more than a decade.

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News

NASCAR driver loses race after daughter kills simulator

Turns out virtual motorsport isn’t entirely risk-free after all!

Kia Picanto review
Reviews

2020 Kia Picanto review

The new-generation Picanto is an eye-catching city car with a comfortable ride and great steering. The tiniest Kia does a lot with your phone, and has auto emergency braking.

toyota c-hr koba hybrid
Advice

The most fuel efficient small SUVs you can buy right now

If saving cash at the fuel pump is your priority, these are the crossovers for you

Snowrunner
Reviews

Snowrunner review

A driving game where going fast isn’t the point? Snowrunner is actually a breath of fresh air

Reviews

Dirt Rally 2.0 review

Think you’ve got racing games all figured out? Try this

2021 Audi A3 sedan
News

Audi's handsome A3 sedan not here until next year

Audi’s next-generation compact four-door A3 sedan is a looker, but it isn’t due to arrive until the first half of next year.

Advice

Tyres – should you stay with original equipment?

Replacing your car’s tyres with the factory fitted brand and model is often an expensive exercise, but it’s worth it. Here’s why.

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News

The price of oil is now in negative territory

Oil is now below zero dollars per barrel. How did this happen, and what does it mean?

Advice

Cheap fuel is destroying the economic argument for EVs

Fuel is getting ultra-cheap, and the prospect of widespread EV adoption is plummeting as a result

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News

Codemasters announces F1 2020 for July release

The timing is awkward, but that’s not Codemasters’ fault…

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Advice

The worst-ever car accessories

Yes, these exist. No, you don't need them. Check out some of the wackiest car accessories on sale today

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News

NASCAR driver dropped for racist language in online race

Turns out that the stakes are just as high in virtual motorsport when driver behaviour is concerned. Just ask Kyle Larson

2020 Suzuki Swift range review
Reviews

2020 Suzuki Swift review

The new-generation Suzuki Swift packs a lot of driver appeal into a short, lightweight hatchback. Most Swifts make a lot of your smartphone, and auto braking is available.

Reviews

2020 Honda CR-V review

The new-generation Honda CR-V is a roomy medium SUV with an easy-driving nature and a family-friendly cabin. You get a strong turbocharged engine, and you can have seven seats.

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News

Fuel prices in Australia are now well below a dollar per litre

Fuel is now back at 1990s prices, but don’t use that as an excuse to go on a roadtrip.

iRacing Supercars Ford Mustang and Holden Commodore
News

Supercars Eseries to pit pros against average Joes

The all-virtual Supercars Eseries will give punters the chance to measure their skills against the professionals. Interested?

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Advice

Three-cylinder engines are taking over, and here's why

They say size doesn’t matter, it’s the way you use it

2020 Renault Trafic Crew Lifestyle
Reviews

2020 Renault Trafic Crew Lifestyle LWB automatic review

At long last, Renault’s midsize commercial van gets an automatic – and it’s all the better for it

News

TCR goes virtual with inaugural ARG eSport Cup

Real-life racing is cancelled, but that's not going to stop the TCR field

2020 Renault Koleos
News

Renault Koleos range gets 7 year warranty upgrade, drive-away pricing

Koleos buyers will have more long-term piece of mind thanks to Renault's latest warranty boost

Advice

The military origins of today's car tech

Nothing fuels innovation quite like war, and the motoring industry has been a key beneficiary

News

Virtual racing is thriving while actual motorsport withers

Is e-sport actually a decent substitute for watching real cars go around a circuit?

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Car Style

3D printing and the automotive industry

No longer just a means of making one-off prototypes or wild concepts, 3D printing is now a part of the automotive production line

Car Style

These are the world's most extreme diesel cars

To celebrate the birthday of Rudolf Diesel, father of the diesel engine, we present to you the most remarkable oil-burners of recent times