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Wheels Inbox, April 2023: Readers’ COTY thoughts
The latest thoughts, insights, corrections and criticism from our readers!
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.
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?
7-Seaters: Cars for families with four kids – or more!
We explore which vehicles you can get for larger families with four or more children
Does driving slower save fuel?
A simple guide to a complex equation – the answer is almost certainly yes
Australia’s best electric cars for 2023
We’ve tested nearly every EV below six figures in Australia to rank the best on sale today
Valentine’s Day: Australia’s most romantic drives
Not just for Valentine’s Day, of course, but since we’re nearly there… Here are a few Australian road trips to put in the diary for your next romantic getaway.
How long do tyres last?
So many factors impact on the life of your car’s tyres. As David Morley explains though, look after your tyres and they’ll look after you.
Tyre pressure monitoring: The important safety feature your new car might not have
There are still quite a few models in the new-car market without active tyre-pressure monitoring. Here’s why you should keep on top of it.
What sort of shoes should I wear while driving?
Many say that driving in heels, thongs or barefoot is no challenge for them, but are they right?
What is wireless Apple CarPlay and how do I get it in my car?
Just a few short years ago many new models entering the market did not offer wireless CarPlay…now almost every manufacturer does in some form
Driving advice: What to do if traffic lights are out
There’s a simple rule to remember when you encounter an intersection with broken traffic lights
How much does the Luxury Car Tax add to the price of a car?
If the LCT has you confused, you’re not alone: Here’s how it works and how it’s calculated
What to do after you buy a new car
Before taking your new pride and joy for a decent spin make sure you’re familiar with all its features and their operation, as well as the running in process
Driven to extinction: Honda NSX
Second-gen supercar’s failure to launch
Car affordability in Australia: The state of the market in 2023
New and used cars have never been more expensive or hard to obtain. So why are Australian car prices skyrocketing, and when will it end?
New Year’s resolution: Caring for your car
After a couple of years of inactivity, 2022 probably saw your car put through the wringer of desperately overdue road trips. It’s time to start showing it the care you might’ve missed last year
