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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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2024 Nissan Qashqai E-Power hybrid pricing and features
Another hybrid joins the Nissan range under the Qashqai small SUV’s bonnet
Tesla update predicts Supercharger availability and wait times
The software update makes Tesla’s even smarter to help alleviate public charging concerns
2024 Nissan Rogue revealed: X-Trail update still some time away
We won’t be getting the new-look X-Trail any time soon
2024 Citroen E-C3 revealed: Europe’s answer to affordable Chinese EVs
There’s a new affordable EV option in Europe – but, for now at least, we can’t have it
2024 BYD Seal review
The next car in the Build Your Dreams empire is the sporty Seal sedan with the Tesla Model 3 firmly in its sights
Victoria’s EV road tax found “unconstitutional” by Australian High Court
In a blow for the state, Victoria’s zero-emissions vehicle road-user tax has been deemed unlawful
Are there enough EV chargers in Australia? Here’s your guide
Public EV charging networks are expanding, but there still aren’t enough today. Does that mean you shouldn’t buy an EV?
Ford vs Holden: A doco that’s dropped too late?
Cinema-bound documentary about Australia’s greatest automotive rivalry is oddly timed and will likely rake over well-turned coals
2024 Honda CR-V review: Australian first drive
Could the all-new CR-V be the answer to Honda’s prayers as it works to regain market share?
Subaru Solterra STI: Hotted-up electric SUV reportedly coming
The STI badge is rumoured to feature on an electric SUV for the first time, but possibly without power upgrades
2024 BYD Seal pricing and features: Watch out, Model 3!
Tesla Model 3 rival lands in Australia with razor-sharp price
Toyota Kayoibako EV concept revealed
Kayobaiko means reusable carton, but now it also means Swiss Army knife
2023 Isuzu MU-X review: Full range detailed
The Isuzu MU-X is a popular large SUV in Australia. Learn more about the MU-X range including price, interior, boot space, safety assists and performance.
Chery Omoda 5 EV: Mid-2024 Australian launch confirmed
The electric version of Chery’s debut small SUV will arrive next year
Jet Charge introduces charging station subscription to boost EV fleets
Businesses have a new reason to make the electric vehicle fleet switch
Nissan’s Hyper force four: Urban, Adventure, Tourer… and one more
Nissan’s electric vehicle concept family is ‘Hyper’ indeed
2026 Kia EV2: Small electric car ruled out for Australia
A smaller Kia EV2 is coming in 2026, but it’s not for Australia
Driven to extinction: Kia Stinger
The Korean that subbed in for two aussie favourites
Toyota FT-Se concept: Electric Supra or MR2 teased ahead of reveal
Toyota has given a glimpse at what’s coming to the Japan Mobility Show
2024 Mercedes-AMG GLC63 S E Performance review
AMG’s complex pursuit of hybrid performance cars continues with a boosted four-cylinder SUV
2024 Hyundai Palisade pricing and features: Flagship Calligraphy confirmed
The updated Hyundai Palisade has modest price rises, with a new blacked-out flagship, a renamed Calligraphy variant, and added features
2023 Nissan X-Trail long-term review
The latest on our long-term drive of Nissan’s mid-size SUV
Opinion: When should we call time on our driver’s licence?
Age wearies us all, and driving is no exception. But one driver’s freedom and autonomy can be another’s death sentence.
Retro Series: 1972 Honda Civic
A small foot in the door: The Civic was pivotal in helping Honda crack the big time in the USA
