Car Advice

How to get an international driving licence

If (like half of Australia) you're planning to travel overseas soon, you may want to consider getting an International Driving Permit.

What is the towing capacity of the new Prado?

Everything we know about the 2024 Toyota Prado's towing capability so far

Where can I pay my speeding or red-light fine online?

If you've been caught speeding or running a red light, firstly, commiserations. Secondly, here's how you can go about checking and paying the fine online.

Driven to extinction: Tesla Model S

Elon pulls the plug on the right-hook Model S electric sedan

10 Australian road rules you probably didn't know about

Are you the perfect driver? Probably not – so here's 10 road rules you might not have known about, and have probably broken

How does car leasing work and should you do it?

Leasing a new car is becoming increasingly common and is an effective way to get into a car - but it’s not for everyone

Safe driving these holidays: How to prepare for a road trip

Heading away over the Christmas and school holidays? Check this list and guide first, to make sure your trip is safe and enjoyable!

Australian Road Rules: L- and P-plate restrictions by state and territory

How learner and provisional drivers are restricted on the road in each state and territory in Australia

Apple Vision Pro: Is it legal to drive when wearing VR or AR glasses?

Apple’s new Vision Pro headset might have you wondering if it is legal to use augmented reality devices when driving in Australia

What are the best baby-friendly cars?

Regardless of budget or size, here are the best cars you should be looking for if you’re expecting or have a young family

EOFY Car Sales in Australia 2023: Deals from Mazda, Mitsubishi & more

Your complete guide to End of Financial Year car deals available in Australia in 2023, from drive-away deals to deposit contributions

Why are women under-represented in car safety tests?

Women make up more than half of Australian drivers, yet the crash test dummies don’t account for most of the female population

Wheels Inbox, April 2023: Readers' COTY thoughts

The latest thoughts, insights, corrections and criticism from our readers!

2023 Dual-Cab Utes: Fuel Efficiency Comparison

After comprehensively testing the most popular utes on the market, here’s how our fuel data ranks up

Is it cheaper to own an electric car? Do EVs save you money?

Can it really be more affordable to own and run an EV, when they're still so expensive to buy? The answer can be tricky, but our guides will help you decide.

What are vehicle weights? Tare, kerb, payload, and trailer weights explained

Everything you need to know about vehicle weights

Wheels Inbox, March 2023: Motoring Nirvana, EV towing, and more

The latest thoughts, insights, corrections and criticism from our readers!

EV Guide: Your Electric Car questions answered

EVs are still such a new concept that there's simply no such thing as a silly question.

Explained: ZF two-speed EV gearbox

German transmission giant cuts new teeth on two EV ratios

Do electric cars have gears?

EVs are far less complex and more flexible than traditional engines, but they still need at least one gear

Driven to Extinction: Ferrari Portofino M

Maranello’s low-key hero bows out

What is a hybrid car? Mild, 'traditional' and plug-in hybrids explained

Electric vehicles may be the flavour of the moment, but hybrids are still very much in vogue: which will suit your life best?

Electric Cars: From then to now

EVs have faced an uphill battle since the 1800s, yet they’re only proliferating today. So, how did we get here?

What does engine size mean, and does it still matter?

Bigger is better, right? Not always, and certainly not anymore. Why doesn't displacement matter as much as it used to?