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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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Queensland Electric Super Highway to almost double by 2025
The state government-backed EV charging network will further expand in the next two years.
Mitsubishi wants your Holden with a $1000 trade-in bonus
The Japanese brand is offering cash to buyers who trade their Holden for a new Mitsubishi
EOFY Car Sales in Australia 2023: Deals from Mazda, Mitsubishi & more
Your complete guide to End of Financial Year car deals available in Australia in 2023, from drive-away deals to deposit contributions
2023 Volkswagen T-Roc R-Line: Quick Review
A two-minute guide to the R-Line version of the T-Roc that mixes a bit of sportiness into the equation without treading on the toes of the T-Roc R performance model.
Modern Classic: Nissan 300ZX
The biggest-selling sports coupe of the Japanese bubble era succeeded for a reason. It was, and is, something very special
The Alfa Giulia Q is an under-appreciated BEAST
“On that road, on that day, it was fundamentally superior.”
TAC launches campaign urging car buyers to prioritise safety
A number of crashes involving older vehicles have seen the TAC urge buyers to consider newer, safer cars
2023 Lexus RZ450e review: Australian first drive
High hopes for Lexus’s first dedicated electric vehicle – but we came away wanting more
EV Council calls for massive leap in charger reliability, upkeep and locations in new report
The lobby group has called for Australia’s public EV charging infrastructure to have more ‘redundancy’ and maintenance measures akin to a supermarket or petrol station.
A family adventure to Stockton Beach in the new Ford Everest
The new Ford Everest is the 2023 Wheels Car of the Year, so we knew it’d be more than capable for a family trip away. Here’s how it went!
2023 Mercedes-AMG SL pricing and features
Mercedes-AMG’s new SL roadster will soon arrive in Australia in flagship 63 guise, with the 43 and 55 ruled out for now
Tyre test 2023: Toyo A43 Open Country review
The Toyo A43 Open Country makes a great companion to Toyota’s big family-hauling Kluger SUV
2023 Volkswagen Golf R 20 Years priced from $77,490
Special edition celebrating five generations of Golf R models will be fastest Golf sold here – and arrives belatedly in July.
Toyota: Switch on ‘eco mode’ to dramatically slash emissions & fuel costs
The internal study claims significant CO2 emissions and fuel consumption savings by forcing eco or EV driving modes
2023 Mitsubishi Outlander ES Quick Review
The 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander ES is a budget-friendly and family-friendly option in the medium-SUV segment.
Ford boss admits huge EVs ‘will not make money’
Ford boss says making massive EVs isn’t a sustainable business; confirms new large EVs
2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee 5-seat review: First Australian drive
We get to grips with Jeep’s new, premium five-seat Grand Cherokee
2023 Mitsubishi Pajero Sport GSR: Quick review
The flagship model in Mitsubishi’s SUV line-up, merging dynamic aesthetics with modern tech
2023 Mitsubishi Pajero Sport Exceed: Quick review
The 2023 Mitsubishi Pajero Sport Exceed combines luxury with intuitive tech
2023 Mazda 3 pricing and features: Prices rise by up to $2160
New technology added, but no manual or mild hybrids for Mazda’s updated small car, with a hefty price rise to match
2023 Mitsubishi Pajero Sport GLS: Quick review
2023 Mitsubishi Pajero Sport GLS offers superior comfort and convenience
Aston Martin DB12 revealed
Aston Martin’s spearhead grand tourer loses its V12, but gains power and tech
2023 Mitsubishi Pajero Sport GLX: Quick review
The 2023 Mitsubishi Pajero Sport GLX is a great entry point into the midsize SUV segment
2024 BMW 5 Series & electric i5: Pricing and features
BMW’s eighth-gen executive sedan is coming to Australia this year priced between $114,900-215,900
