Car Advice

Australia's Best-value Cars: Medium SUV $45,000-$65,000

The $45,000 to $65,000 bracket of the hugely popular medium-SUV class is a fascinating point where higher-spec mainstream models start to converge with lower-spec luxury vehicles.

Australia’s best affordable cars under $20,000

Buying a good car doesn’t necessarily mean you have to break your budget – here are three of the best cars you can buy for under $20K.

Australia’s best-value cars: Medium SUVs under $45,000

Australia’s fastest-growing vehicle segment is jam-packed with competitive options, but which are the best value?

2017 Mazda 2: Which spec is best?

In new WhichCar series, we look at individual models and choose the variant that offers the best buy based on features, performance and value.

Volkswagen Polo vs Skoda Fabia vs Mazda 2 Genki – Which Car Should I Buy?

On the hunt for a small city car with safety and fuel efficiency? Here are a few cool choices

Kid-proofing your car

Finding transport that suits both you and your family could have more pitfalls than you’d imagine

7 tips for driving through fog

Foggy conditions can be seriously hazardous when driving. Here are seven ways to help you drive safely next time you hit fog.

Part 2: Honda HR-V vs Mazda CX-3 vs Suzuki Vitara – Which Car Should I Buy?

Vera asks Ponch to choose between the Suzuki Vitara, Honda HR-V and the Mazda CX-3

Part 1: Honda HR-V vs Mazda CX-3 vs Suzuki Vitara – Which Car Should I Buy?

Looking for a city car but need something that is easier to get in and out of than the typical low-riding small cars? A small SUV might be for you.

Nissan Pathfinder vs Toyota Kluger vs Volkswagen Multivan vs Honda Odyssey – Which Family Car Should I Buy?

Buying a new family car is a tough choice, but could you trade in an SUV for the practicality of a minivan?

Synthetic motor oil versus mineral oil

Here are some tips to help you decide if more expensive synthetic motor oil is better for your car than more affordable mineral

Suzuki Baleno vs Toyota Yaris – Which Car Should I Buy?

The battle of the city hatches – segment leader, the Toyota Yaris takes on a funky new upstart, the Suzuki Baleno, in this edition of Ask The Expert

Car buyers guide – Is now the best time to buy an electric car?

Considering breaking with the bowser and fuelling your commute with electrons instead? Here’s what you need to consider.

Honda CR-V vs Subaru Forester – Which Car Should I Buy?

Sarah wants a comfortable SUV with decent luggage space, but without the need for off-road ability

Mazda CX-9 vs KIA Sorento vs Toyota Kluger vs Mitsubishi Pajero – Which Car Should I Buy?

Could the Ford Territory give the Mazda CX-9 a run for its money when considering a city SUV?

Battery failure early warning signs

Is it your battery getting tired or is there something else at fault? Here are some simple signs to look for

Continental wins 2017 Motor Tyre Test

Looking for a new shoes for your performance car? Motor magazine’s gruelling annual assessment of performance tyres has identified a clear winner

Essentials guide to towing

We decipher the towing essentials so you can hook it up and drive.

KIA Sportage vs Mazda CX-5 vs Hyundai Tucson vs Toyota Rav4 – which car should I buy?

There’s no shortage of SUVs available in Australia, but what are your choices if you want to head to the beach and sandy tracks?

What do engine oil codes mean?

What is engine oil weight? What is a viscosity rating? The options you encounter at a motor consumables store can be information overload. Here’s how to crack the black gold code.

2017 Mazda 2 price and features

New safety tech as standard with no price rises makes the facelifted Mazda 2 a tasty offering

Do I need nitrogen in my tyres?

We’ve been filling tyres with regular air for more than a century so why do some tyre shops claim swapping to nitrogen is worth it?

Honda Civic VTi-S and Skoda Octavia Ambition – which is less costly to run?

Which of these cars will be friendlier on the wallet in the long run?

End of Financial Year Deals Guide – from Alfa Romeo to Volvo

You may not have heard a starting gun, but early May triggers a sprint to June 30th as manufacturers and dealers aim to break the tape on financial year targets.