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Everything you need to know about electric cars
The electric vehicle age is coming. Get ready with our comprehensive guide
Are demonstrator models good value?
Car dealers often advertise demo models, but what exactly are they and are they that much cheaper than buying a brand new car?
Is it illegal to use headphones while driving?
The prevalence of wireless earphones today got us wondering… is it illegal to drive with earphones in Australia? The answer will surprise you
Buy the new Audi RS4 Avant or get a used Audi RS6 Performance
Fast wagons are Audi’s forte – all you need to do is choose between a boosted V6 or V8
Why a car recall isn’t all bad news
The rate of car recalls is at an all-time high. But that doesn’t necessarily mean that manufacturers are building less reliable cars
How to find your blind spot
What is the blind spot in your car and why do you need to find it?
Vehicle paint finishes explained
What do you do when silver isn’t bright enough, gloss isn’t shiny enough and black isn’t dark enough?
Infiniti no more: why Nissan’s luxury arm pulled out of Australia
Nissan pulls the pin on its luxury car brand in Australia. Here’s what it means for you
Explained: What is depreciation?
Depreciation is the biggest cost of new car ownership. So what is it, and how can you minimise the hit to your hip pocket?
10 tips for driving left hand drive cars
Driving on the opposite side of the car seems terribly scary at first, but with the right tricks, the transition is easier than you expect
Car rental insurance isn’t what you probably think it is
There are different ways to make sure you’re covered if you damage a rental car, each with their own pros and cons
Should I be buying a dual cab ute?
Dual-cab utes are the best selling cars in Australia, but does that mean that they are the right car for everyone?
Comparing wagons to SUVs
Do you really need an SUV? Or will a wagon do? Let us help you decide
Want to race the best driver in Australia? You don’t have to leave your couch
iRacing is giving amateur virtual racers the chance to test their mettle against the very best
Buy the new Hyundai i30 N or get a used Ford Focus RS
The i30 N is an impressive feat, but is it better than the accomplished Focus RS?
Bizarre dash cam footage shows insurance scams are alive and well
Viral video of kid’s hilariously bad attempt at faking being run over highlights real danger of insurance scams, and how dash cams can protect you
How to make your car feel like new again
If things are a bit tight in the hip pocket, here are five affordable ways to give you back that new car feeling
Hyundai EV concept joins our list of most annoyingly named cars
The Hyundai『45』moniker uses odd punctuation that’s among the most irritating in car nomenclature. Here’s 10 more | GALLERY
Buy the new Porsche Cayman S or get a used Audi R8 V8
It’s German coupe v German coupe, though with two distinctly different takes on the segment
Police don’t use quotas? Yeah, right.
Police denials of ticket quotas are on the nose
Adding Android Auto to an old car
Want Android Auto smartphone mirroring in your car? Here’s how to get it
Here’s how to get Apple CarPlay for your old car
Want Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone mirroring in your car? Here’s how to get it
WhichCar Should I buy: Hybrid v diesel for country driving?
Is a diesel SUV a better option than a hybrid for mostly highway driving?
These five cars are huge fuel guzzlers
If you’re looking to save the planet, here is a brace of cars that aren’t helping
