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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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BMW study: Nearly half of Australians open to EVs but hesitancy remains
Local survey finds Australians would consider an electric car, but price and range anxiety remain key hurdles
2024 Audi A6 and A7 update revealed, here later this year
Audi has refreshed its executive-class sedan and wagon range, adding more standard features and colour styles
VW ID.Buzz 7-seater revealed, Australian arm’s hand “is firmly up”
The new long-wheelbase version of Volkswagen’s upcoming ID.Buzz electric van has been revealed, and the local branch is keen to bring it in.
BYD Atto 3 software update brings Android Auto, joining Apple CarPlay
The BYD Atto 3 has received Android Auto via an over-the-air update, after Apple CarPlay was added to the electric SUV in January
2023 Mazda CX-3 pricing and features: Prices up for updated light SUV
Mazda’s popular CX-3 light SUV has received an update for 2023, with new variants and tech – but no manual or AWD options
Recall: More than 25,000 Mitsubishi Outlanders affected by rear-view camera issue
The 2021-2023 Mitsubishi Outlander has been called back due to a software issue that could cause the rear-view camera to be disrupted when reversing
2023 Hyundai i30 review: Hatch & Sedan ranges detailed
Learn more about the i30 hatchback and sedan range, including price, interior, boot space, safety assists and performance.
Quick Spin: 2023 Mahindra XUV700 review
Mahindra’s XUV700 seven-seat SUV launches Down Under later this month but we got a quick taster in its home country of India and came away impressed
Continental SportContact 7 tyres on sale in Australia
The venerable SportContact 6 now has a successor in Australia, with the new SportContact 7 now available.
VW Golf R 333 revealed, pricier than Audi RS3 – for those who can have one
The Golf R 333 dials up the power, exclusivity, and the price — but Australian buyers won’t be offered the choice
Melbourne’s Lunar Drive-In Cinema closing July 9
That’s it. The curtains would close, if drive-in screens had any…
2023 Mazda 3 G20 Evolve review
The Mazda 3 Evolve suffers with the base-spec engine. Does the outgoing mild hybrid improve things and, in the end, does it matter?
Gazoo Racing Toyota Prius teased for 24h Le Mans reveal
Details are scarce but all will be revealed in the coming weeks at Le Mans 2023
Model Y goes #1 globally, just as Tesla suffers another data leak
The Model Y has become the first EV to be the best-selling car globally, but the company is facing major privacy concerns.
Recalls: Toyota Corolla Cross, Kia Carnival, AMG CLA 45, Peugeot & Citroen models
New recall notices have been issued for the Toyota Corolla Cross, Kia Carnival, Mercedes-AMG CLA 45, and some Peugeot and Citroen vehicles
Toyota confirms some Australian owners affected in unprotected data event
Toyota and Lexus owners in Japan have had their vehicle data publicly available for the past decade, with some Australian Toyota customers impacted.
2023 Toyota Yaris update revealed for Europe, no word for Australia
The European-market Toyota Yaris has received a new hybrid powertrain, updated technology and improved active safety features – but there’s no news for local examples
2024 BMW 5 Series Touring wagon imagined
With the recent reveal of BMW’s new 5 Series and i5 electric sedan, it just makes sense to wonder how it’d look as a wagon…
What are the best baby-friendly cars?
Regardless of budget or size, here are the best cars you should be looking for if you’re expecting or have a young family
2024 Range Rover Sport SV pricing: 467kW hero here soon
It’s the most powerful Range Rover ever, and it’ll be in Australia by the fourth quarter of 2023. This is the new Range Rover Sport SV.
2023 Mazda 3 review: Full range detailed
The fourth-generation Mazda 3 comes with the refinement, dynamics, ride comfort and style that you’d find in a premium small car.
2023 GWM Ora EV pricing announced, delays are confirmed
GWM has confirmed pricing and initial specs for the Ora EV. Initially due in April, Ora deliveries have now been delayed for final checks.
Skoda receives largest shipment of new vehicles in Australia since mid-2021
Skoda Australia has received its largest vehicle stock arrival in two years, as supply constraints relax
Tyre test 2023: Kumho Crugen review
Kumho’s Crugen tyre helps turn an SUV into a sports car
