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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

Recall roundup: Ford Ranger & Everest, Kia, Hyundai, Bentley, Mercedes-Benz, Audi
New recalls issued for the Ford Ranger and Everest, Kia Sorento, Hyundai i30, Bentley Bentayga, Mercedes-Benz S-Class and Audi TT

Polestar wants lower emissions, not beat Tesla in sales figures
The Sino-Swedish EV maker isn’t set on beating Tesla at its own game

Opinion: should car interiors have more buttons?
Minimalism and high-tech solutions are taking over but is this a case where ‘old school’ works best?

Timo Bernhard and That Nürburgring Lap Record
The king of the ‘Ring on what it felt like to demolish the all-time record

2024 Mini Cooper and Countryman revealed: Electric models due next year
Mini family goes Cooper across the board as three-door and Countryman electric models roll out at Munich auto show

What’s done to the Drift King’s Ioniq 5 N?
It comes standard with a drift mode, but Keiichi Tsuchiya is a little hard on the gear…

2023 Hyundai Tucson Elite: Quick review
Hyundai’s Tucson is a well-equipped and stylish overall package, so let’s take a look at what the mid-tier gets you.

2024 Tesla Model 3 facelift revealed, pricing confirmed
The much-anticipated Model 3 refresh has been unveiled, bringing the top-selling electric sedan more upmarket

2023 Hyundai Tucson Highlander: Quick review
In a segment with so much choice, let’s take a look at why you’d want to consider the top-of-the-range Tucson

2024 Honda CR-V pricing and features: Full details
The sixth-generation Honda CR-V family SUV has arrived in Australia with an all-new design, more room, and higher prices

Why did Mercedes-Benz Australia introduce the agency model?
German car maker’s controversial decision to switch was not met well, to say the least, but what was the rationale behind it?

2024 Tesla Model 3 refresh: Everything we know so far
Here’s the definitive guide on what to expect for the rumoured 2024 Tesla Model 3 update

2023 MG5 Essence review
In a world where cars are becoming less affordable, how good – or otherwise – is Australia’s most affordable sedan?

Father and son roadtrip with an HSV SV300
Julian’s got an HSV. Ollie just wants one. We cut them loose in the SV300 for a weekend of high-speed father and son bonding

2024 Volkswagen Passat wagon revealed, Australia ruled out
This is the new Passat wagon, but it isn’t coming to Australia

Can I drive an electric car on my P-plates?
In the world of automotive freedom, the journey from a learner to a fully-fledged driver is one paved with lessons, experiences, and yes, restrictions.

Aussie PM’s bullet-proof BMW scores an update; becomes ultimate Toorak tank
2024 BMW X5 Protection can withstand rounds from an AK-47

Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale reborn in turbo V6 and all-electric forms
Alfa’s first supercar since the 8C might be more gorgeous still – If a whole lot pricier, too

2024 Lucid Air Grand Touring review
America’s largely unheralded EV darling packs in extra-long EV range and strong, sensible performance in a stylish visage… at a price.

VIDEO: Robert & Shane Van Gisbergen do Father’s Day battle
Father’s Day is a bigger deal in racing families, apparently!

VIDEO: Shane van Gisbergen battles his dad on tarmac and dirt
Inter-generational battle spans the Tasman, on both tarmac and gravel

Mercedes Australia wins landmark agency model court case
High-profile legal battle ends with a decisive verdict that’s likely to impact Australia’s Franchising Code of Conduct

Tesla significantly expands Superchargers to all EVs in Australia, but…
All EVs can now access more Tesla Superchargers in Australia – if you’re willing to pay

Robbo Jr: Simon Robinson’s adventures with his father
Son of Wheels veteran Peter Robinson, Simon, spins a yarn about his dad