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Why are fake exhaust tips a thing?
You either don’t notice them… or you hate them with a passion. There are valid reasons for using fake exhaust tips, though

Is a small car or large car better for your family?
Does size matter? Yes, when it comes to family cars. But should you opt for a small family car or a large family car?

Driving game release calendar for 2020
Keen for something new? Here are the racing games due to release this year!

Buy the new Chevrolet Camaro 2SS or get a used Holden Monaro CV8 Z
Choosing between American muscle and Aussie nostalgia has never been so hard

Tips for driving in the rain that we should all know
Wet weather isn’t to be messed with when driving on the road. Follow these few quick tips to ensure you’re at your safest

Playstation 2 turns 20 – here are the best PS2 driving games
Nostalgic for a simpler time? The Playstation 2 has notched up two decades of existence, so let’s look at the games that made it great

Electric SUVs for the environmentally-conscious
Got an affection for the environment yet have a family to haul? Here’s the rundown on the greenest electrically-motivated SUVs available in Australia

Plate clearance sales explained
Now is a good time as any to score a good deal on a new car; though there is a bit of a catch

What now for Holden Commodore and Astra buyers and owners?
The Commodore and Astra were already discontinued, so what does Holden’s closure mean for owners and buyers?

Why do cars need daytime running lights?
DRLs help cars stand out on a dull day but have also becoming an important part of their brand identity

Holden prices slashed as final fire sale starts
Unprecedented price cuts of up to $17,500 for remaining Holdens as final stocks are cleared

Should I buy a discontinued Holden?
As Australia farewells Holden, we take a look into discontinued cars and whether they’re worth the money

What does Holden’s axing mean for customers?
Here’s how the closure of Holden brand in Australia will affect thousands of Holden owners

Should I spend money fixing up my trade-in?
Katie wants to trade in her Mazda 3 but wonders if she should fix it up before trading it in

This is how Tesla’s Autopilot sees the world
Tesla’s Autopilot is scary-good at autonomous driving, but just how does it work?

The most common deadly driving habits
We all know the law of the road (hopefully) but here are some lesser known dangerous driving sins

Australian road rules you didn’t know existed
Some road rules in Australia are ridiculous. Here are a few…

What do tradies think of the Mercedes-Benz X-Class?
We visited a building site to see if Mercedes’ dual-cab ute will be accepted as an everyday work vehicle

Solid state batteries – what are they and how do they relate to cars?
Solid state battery technology has the potential to solve a number of EV downsides

How to test drive a car
Here’s why you should test drive the car you’re not going to buy

Buy the new Kia Seltos GT-Line or get a used Volkswagen Tiguan 132TSI Comfortline
Choosing between a feature-packed variant or a premium badge makes for a hard decision

New car pricing explained
It’s important to know how new cars are priced before you visit the showroom

Car door designs ‘putting children at risk’
Australian research has found arm rests and other car door protrusions pose a head injury risk for small children

2020 could be the perfect year to buy a new car
Lowest new car sales since 2011 puts the bargaining ball firmly in the buyer’s court this year