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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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2023 Hyundai Venue review: Full range detailed
The Hyundai Venue is a popular small city SUV in Australia. Learn more about the Venue range including price, interior, boot space, safety assists and performance.
Ampol EV chargers head into the shops
Fuel giant Ampol will enter shopping centres for the first time with its AmpCharge electric vehicle network
2023 Kia Sorento vs Hyundai Santa Fe: side-by-side snapshot
Compare the Kia Sorento and Hyundai Santa Fe side-by-side to work out which three-row SUV best suits your needs
Recall roundup: Toyota, Jeep, Genesis, Mercedes, Ram, JLR, Ferrari & Ford
New recall notices have been issued for certain vehicles from Toyota, Jeep, Genesis, Mercedes-Benz, Ram, Jaguar Land Rover, Ferrari, and Ford
2024 Kia Cerato successor spied, global naming alignment likely
It looks like Kia isn’t ready to bow out of the shrinking small sedan market, but what will this new ‘Cerato’ be called?
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
2023 Ferrari SF90 XX Stradale revealed
Ferrari’s wildest ever road-going car is a $1.5 million dollar, 1000hp track weapon
2023 Hyundai Palisade review: Full range detailed
The Hyundai Palisade is the biggest SUV made by the Korean giant with space for up to eight in its luxurious cabin
Car Leasing: What is it and how does it work?
Leasing a new car is becoming increasingly common and is an effective way to get into a car – but it’s not for everyone.
2023 Kia Sorento review: Full range detailed
The Kia Sorento is a sought-after three-row large SUV. Learn more about the Sorento range including price, interior, boot space, safety, and performance.
2023 Volkswagen Tiguan review: Full range detailed
The Tiguan is a popular midsize SUV in Australia. Learn more about the Tiguan range including price, interior, boot space, safety assists and performance.
2024 Cupra Formentor, Leon and Ateca pricing: New tech added
Cupra has announced tech updates for its Formentor, Leon and Ateca with matching price rises of up to $2000
2024 Kia EV9 review: Driven ahead of Australian launch
With the Stinger now out of production, the new flag-waver for what the Kia brand is capable of takes the form of a large, three-row, seven-seat, high-design electric SUV overflowing with talent
2024 Skoda Kodiaq teased, initial details released
More details confirmed for the second-gen Skoda Kodiaq large SUV due in Australia next year
2023 Toyota Kluger review: Full range detailed
The Kluger brings Toyota’s popular hybrid powertrain to the large SUV space. Learn more about Kluger and sedan range, including price, interior, boot space, safety assists and performance.
Victoria EV tax rises for 2023-24, as EV rebate ends early
The state will increase its controversial EV and PHEV tax again, as it abolishes its EV rebate reportedly early.
Chargefox pricing trial shows huge fluctuations in cost to users
The South Australian Government wants EV owners to charge during the day – but it’ll come at a cost if you can’t.
MG 4 v ZS EV comparison: Budget electric cars, spec to spec
Which attainable Chinese-made electric MG’s fare better? The MG 4 seems like a no-brainer at first glance, but on paper, it’s not too dissimilar from the ZS EV.
Sunroof-less 2023 Hyundai Tucson opened to new buyers with reduced wait time
Hyundai is offering a non-sunroof Tucson Highlander special as supply issues continue to bite – but it is only available for a limited time
VW rules out new Beetle, working on $30k ID.1
The iconic Beetle won’t be coming back, but the German automaker is committed to launching other affordable EVs.
Maserati Grecale review: First Australian drive
Maserati is going Macan hunting with its first medium-sized luxury SUV. But is the Grecale better than the underwhelming Levante?
2023 Toyota C-HR sold out, order holders pointed to all-new model
Toyota has halted orders of its current C-HR small SUV, with the next-gen version more than six months away from local showrooms
BMW confirms 2024 M5 Touring with hybrid power
BMW’s M Division has teased a G99 version of the seventh-gen M5 – and it’s packing a hybrid punch
Aston Martin and Lucid team up for future EVs
A strategic plan between Aston Martin and Lucid has been announced
