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Browse our extensive collection of tech articles for DIY tips on everything you need to know to work on your project car. We’ve got you covered from setting up your first workshop, to mechanical upgrades, car care and much more!
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AdviceCar Airbags: how they work and why they’re important
While airbags are proven to prevent serious injuries and save lives, they can also be pretty dangerous, so it’s important to know how they operate
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AdviceDo I pay rego during lockdown? Answering your COVID car questions
Advice to keep your car in good shape during lockdown and to save money if you can’t drive
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AdviceDriving on snow and ice safely
Here’s how to stay safe off-road when winter adds snow and ice to the mud and grit
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AdviceHow to react around emergency vehicles
What should you do when you hear a siren or see flashing lights in your rear view mirror?
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AdviceCar maintenance tasks you can do yourself
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AdviceHow often should you service your car?
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Advice12 must-haves for peaceful family road trips
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AdviceElectric power steering: the pros and cons
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Bodywork
Retro Series: 1973 Ford Landau
LTD appeal: a two-door LTD sounded great in theory; the execution took care of itself…
Modern Classic: Toyota Century
The only JDM series production car to feature a V12 engine, the Century offers a tantalising peek beneath the curtain of Japanese high society
Recall roundup: Renault, Ford, Kia, Range Rover, Alfa Romeo
New recalls issued for the Renault Koleos, Ford Puma, Kia Sorento hybrids, Range Rover Velar and Alfa Romeo Tonale
Nissan Navara EV imagined for electric future switch
Nissan has already hinted that it could offer an electric ute in the near future. What if it looks like this?
Porsche reveals GT3 R Rennsport, the most hardcore 911 ever
Hardcore 911 GT3 R Rennsport to be shown in anger at Laguna Seca this weekend
Less tech, more talk promotes safer teen driving: report
Australian university study suggests young drivers benefit from the human touch when it comes to safer driving
2023 Hyundai i30 Active: Quick Review
Hyundai continues to prove that a small hatchback doesn’t need to be boring
UK won’t change EV targets, despite delaying new ICE car ban to 2035
Even with the ICE ban delayed to 2035, the United Kingdom will still require the majority of new car sales to be electric by 2030
Jeep Avenger electric SUV aimed at a younger audience
Jeep aims to reach younger buyers for its small Avenger electric SUV, including more females
Driven to extinction: The Bentley W12
Tightening emissions regulations flick the big V to a mighty W
Electric car sales pass 100,000 mark in Australia
There are now more than 100,000 EVs in Australia, but there’s still a long way to go before they become mainstream
Hydrogen or battery-electric cars: Which is right for Australia?
Why are battery EVs starting to take off, while hydrogen continues to be stuck at ground level?
What are sodium-ion electric car batteries?
Lithium-ion battery costs have risen, proving a headache for cheaper EVs. But, sodium-ion tech is emerging as a potential solution
2024 Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 and 63: Coupe models confirmed for Oz
Merc’s hottest medium SUVs pick up coupe siblings
Victoria’s EV tax “unfairly” levied, says state ombudsman
After numerous complaints and two high court actions, Victoria’s controversial electric vehicle levy has been criticised as “policy on the run”
Honda electric sports car concepts: The return of NSX, Prelude or both?
Honda will reveal an electric Specialty Sports Concept, sparking speculation of a NSX and/or Prelude revival
Interview: Chargefox chief discusses EV charging problems & promised improvements
Australia’s largest public EV charging network has developed a poor reputation with complaints by users and the media. WhichCar spoke to the Chargefox CEO to address the critics, accusations and misconceptions
2024 Genesis GV80 revealed: Sporty coupe to join range next year
Genesis has shown off its updated large SUV including a new sporty coupe version
2023 Ferrari Roma Spider review: First international drive
Ferrari’s first front-engined soft top in half a century is expensive, but sacrifices almost nothing compared with its coupe cousin
Could Taylor’s new getaway car be Travis Kelce’s Chevrolet?
We take a look inside Taylor Swift’s surprising car collection
EU to weaken Euro 7 emissions mandate to focus on EVs
To focus on developing electric cars, the EU has followed calls to weaken impending strict emissions mandates
Australians want more tech and safety features in new cars, study finds
An Australian survey has found buyers want more tech and safety, affirming the move from most carmakers to include more standard features for a higher price
New Nissan Micra previewed as a wicked little EV racer
Nissan’s celebratory 20-23 concept just so happens to glimpse ahead at an urban electric car, too
Vale Ash Westerman: Wheels remembers one of its greats
Wheels veteran was a gifted writer and a master magazine craftsman.
