Technical
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
Engine tech
Bodywork
2015 Walkinshaw Performance Products W547 review
When too much is never enough, there’s always the Walkinshaw Performance Products enhancement of the latest LS3 V8-powered Holden VF II Commodore. Power cranks up to 547kW (hence the name) and torque to a mighty 880Nm.
Sweet Dream: BMW M8
Beneath its eco-credentials the i8 is a proper supercar. We give it the mumbo it deserves
Snackable Review: Ford Kuga Titanium
With a strong turbocharged engine, the Ford Kuga is a punchy mid-sized SUV with loads of driver appeal.
2017 Holden Cruze, 2017 Holden Astra competing for hearts, wallets
Sales boss confirms Holden will take an each-way bet on the best car for its small car showroom.
Audi R8 LMX review
Laser-guided special edition signals the end of the R8
2016 Lexus GS200t review
Smaller is better. Especially when it’s a turbo four-pot Lexus GS.
Renault Megane RS265 vs Volkswagen Golf GTi Performance
The GTI Performance is the most focused Golf for decades, but can it really stand up to the long established hot hatch king?
Chevrolet SS US road trip
It might be a regular visitor to the NASCAR winner’s circle, but what do US race fans think of our Aussie export?
Aussie Matt Simmons to race for Nissan in GT3
Aussie Nissan GT Academy graduate to race in Blancpain Endurance Series
Porsche confirms Mission E as first electric car before 2020
No petrol needed for Tesla-hunting Mission E concept
Winterbottom takes 2015 V8 Supercars title
Monday Motorsport Report: Frosty snares V8 Supercars title at Homebush; another Brabham at the Brickyard; Speedway hero dies; Aussie joins Superbikes ranks; Hyundai almost ready for WRC title pitch
2015 BMW 1 Series First Drive Review
Entry-level Beamer gets a mid-life makeover to put the compact hatch back in the game.
2016 Fiat 500X review
Fiat has brought Italian style to the SUV baby boom with the 500X. Is its appeal more than skin deep?
Five most affordable 300kW cars
Boasting about big numbers begins right here
Top items you need in your car for a long journey with kids
Keeping the little ones pleased on a road trip makes the experience more enjoyable for mum and dad as well. Here’s what to pack to make that happen.
VW Golf architect quits over Dieselgate
Suspended Audi tech chief Ulrich Hackenberg resigns
Toyota reveals S-FR Racing Concept
Hard-top MX-5 rival concept goes steroidal
Suzuki Vitara Video Review
The Suzuki Vitara is like the small town kid making their way to a city and never looking back. Hmmm sounds like my story. The Vitara is making a comeback since its 1998 hiatus, and while it may be late to the compact SUV party, it hasn’t arrived quietly.
Renault returns to F1
Lotus takeover complete ahead of 2016 return
2017 Ford Fiesta spy pics
The ageing Ford Fiesta is finally getting a new set of clothes – but could still be two years away from Oz
VIDEO: Koenigsegg Agera R crashed in China
Hyper-expensive Swede destroyed on Chinese roads
McLaren 675LT Spider revealed
Open-top version of Woking’s hardcore supercar breaks cover
Snackable Review: Suzuki Vitara
While the Vitara played a disappearing act in 1998, it’s made a comeback to the compact SUV party and it’s arrived with a bang.
It’s a Christmas miracle
The most environmentally friendly car in the world has arrived on Australian shores and we’re shouting out with glee.
