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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
2024 Peugeot 408 hybrid review: First international drive
A curious mash-up of body styles with a punchy plug-in powertrain beneath. Enough for Australian success?
2024 Volkswagen Tiguan: first details revealed
Third iteration of German midsized SUV coming next year with major cabin overhaul, new technologies, and a bigger boot.
2024 Skoda Kodiaq spearheads big product assault in Australia
New-generation Kodiaq large SUV arrives in Australia next year, along with an all-new Superb and a raft of comprehensively updated models
Skoda keen to bring its 6 new EVs to Australia, starting with compact Elroq
Four additional EVs have been confirmed for Europe, with Skoda Australia intending to quickly follow next year’s Enyaq arrival with every new EV on offer
Nissan Ariya electric SUV still no closer to Australia, could arrive next year
The all-electric Nissan Ariya will arrive in Australia no earlier than 2024, with global demand and no local regulation still to blame
Nissan Australia aiming to “be even bigger,” remain a top-10 brand
Nissan has struggled to recover lost ground in recent years – but it hopes new products and relaxed supply will see it re-enter the top 10 in Australia
2023 Mahindra XUV700 pricing and features
Say hello to Australia’s new, cheapest seven-seat SUV
Fiat 600e electric SUV revealed in unexpected video
The Fiat 600e has been subtly showcased, bringing its signature cute design into a more fashionable, city electric SUV form.
The Greatest 4X4s & SUVs Ever: 70 Years of Wheels
It’s the segment that may be detested by some, but one that’s also kept plenty of car makers afloat. And can we really imagine a world without this lot?
BYD, Polestar respond: Stock boosted for Victorians to beat EV rebate deadline
With Victoria’s EV rebate ending soon, some car brands are responding by pushing more stock so buyers can qualify for the handout before it expires
2023 VW Amarok vs Ford Ranger comparison review
Tubthumping: Can the all-new Volkswagen Amarok put the stoppers on the market-leading Ford Ranger? We test them on road and off
The Greatest Sports Cars Ever: 70 Years of Wheels
When engineers set out to delight drivers, rather then merely transport occupants, great things happen
2023 Porsche Macan pricing and features
Prices have increased for Porsche’s popular midsized premium sports SUV.
VW goes after keyboard warriors with new Amarok ad
Volkswagen’s latest TV commercial (remember those?) sees a keen employee track down online haters
2024 Toyota C-HR: New hybrid-only model teased ahead of June 26 reveal
Toyota has confirmed the second-generation C-HR small SUV will debut later this month
Lotus LM150 racer up for auction, ends this Thursday!
Light, elegant and wickedly quick, the Lotus Eleven built a formidable reputation. For some, the Le Mans version is the ultimate
BYD Dolphin EV on sale in Australia from June 22, pricing due this week
Confirmed: It’ll be called the BYD Dolphin rather than the ‘Atto 2’, and get this – they’re launching it at Seaworld. Love it. ?
The 70 Greatest Cars Ever: 70 Years of Wheels
Built by Wheels staffers past and present, this list will doubtless exclude some of your personal favourites. These are the greats, and greatness can be a surprisingly tricky concept to nail down.
The Greatest Sedans Ever: 70 Years of Wheels
The family four-door may be out of favour these days, but there was a time, not so long ago, when these were the most important cars in the automotive world
2023 Mitsubishi Triton GLX: Quick review
When it comes to practicality and bang-for-buck, the Triton GLX 9is an enticing package
There’s another 22B up for auction, so here’s a history lesson on the Japanese icon
Another example of the most prized expression of the supercar-baiting turbo all-paw four is up for sale. Here’s Stahly with an explainer.
2023 Hyundai Kona EV vs Kia Niro EV comparison review
Korea’s leading brands both offer electric cars for around $60-65K but should you choose Hyundai or Kia?
Porsche Mission X hyper EV concept revealed, production could happen!
The Porsche Mission X concept is a spiritual all-electric successor to the 918 Spyder that could spawn a Nürburgring record-beating production version
The greatest race cars to ever win at Le Mans
These are the Legends of La Sarthe that conquered the biggest endurance race on the planet
