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How to write an effective used car sale ad
So you’ve got yourself a shiny new set of wheels, or you just want to clear some space in your driveway. How do you put together a classified ad that’ll get that old thing out of your life?

Here’s how easy it is to replace the Takata airbag in your car
More than two million Australian cars have been fitted with potentially lethal Takata airbags, so why are you dragging your heels on the fix?

Busting the myth of running in a new car
It turns out the recommendation of running in a new car is unnecessary

The 9 best cold weather features to have in your car
Take the sting out of winter motoring with these top cold weather features for your car

New cars to look forward to in Q3 2018
These are the new arrivals that should have you marking the calendar

Australia’s 10 cheapest cars of 2018
Here are 10 cars straight from the factory that offer a new-car experience on a used-car budget

Autonomous emergency braking brand names explained
Knowing if a car has AEB can be confusing when car manufacturers use their own names for the technology

Will WLTP put an end to fantasy fuel economy figures?
Fuel economy measurement is changing and it could have profound repercussions for Aussie motorists

2018 Mazda CX-5: Which spec is best?
Which Mazda CX-5 variant represents the best buy based on features, performance, and value?

Cracked windscreens now smashing car owner’s wallets
Glass windscreens play a key role within modern driver assistance systems, making the once simple task of replacing them a complex, and potentially costly, repair job

Brake-by-wire explained
Advanced brake-by-wire systems are set to proliferate modern cars with more stopping power and faster responses, but how does it work?

Wagon vs SUV – what’s better?
There are some pretty good reasons why the SUV has become the go-to car for modern Aussie families, but that doesn’t mean traditional wagons have been rendered obsolete – far from it.

Baby seat with airbag hits the market: world first
Airbags have been built into a child seat for the first time by American company Maxi-Cosi

2019 Ford Focus: 10 things you need to know
The all-new German-built Ford Focus has been revealed in Europe and confirmed for the Australian market

Resolved to treat your car better in 2018? We can help
If your New Year’s resolution is to treat your car better in 2018, the following WhichCar advice pieces will help

2018 Toyota Kluger: Which Spec is best
Which variant in the Toyota Kluger range offers the best buy based on features, performance and value?

Should you get your car serviced at the dealership?
Contrary to popular belief, you don’t have to have your new car serviced where you bought it to protect your warranty. So are there advantages to using your dealer’s service department?

The new car buyer’s checklist
So you’re finally in a position to buy a brand new car, here’s how to make sure the experience is a positive one

Variable valve timing explained
What is variable valve timing and how does it work to improve power and efficiency. Here’s a simple 300-word guide without the white-coat language.

Great Wall Steed single cab vs Toyota Hilux Workmate cab chassis
How does the significantly cheaper Chinese-built single cab ute compare with the trade-ute benchmark?

Mercedes-Benz A-Class: Which spec is best
Which Mercedes-Benz A-Class variant offers the best buy based on features, value and performance

All new cars on sale January and February 2018
We list all of the new-to-market cars available in the waking months of 2018

2018 Toyota Camry: Which Spec is best?
Which new and imported Toyota Camry variant offers the best buy based on features, performance and value?

Toyota and Lexus issue new airbag recall for 25,000 cars
Hilux, Corolla and a slew of other vehicles are subject to a new airbag-related safety recall