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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 Amarok servicing costs confirmed: VW matches Ford Ranger
Competitive capped price servicing deal puts new-gen Amarok on par with Ford Ranger
2023 VW Amarok: 10,000+ annual sales targeted
New-gen dual-cab poised to be VW Australia’s most popular model as brand looks to grow ute sales
Polestar teams up with Evie to offer $2000 free fast-charging in May
Any new Polestar 2 purchased will come with $2000 free fast-charging at Evie locations
2024 Volvo C40 Recharge EV review
Volvo’s fully electric fastback SUV gets a refresh with more range from a new RWD layout. A success?
2024 Volvo XC40 Recharge EV review
A switch to rear-drive brings extra kms rather than thrills. Enough to give the electric XC40 a cutting edge?
2023 Cupra Born EV review: Australian first drive
Cupra’s Born is a stylish and pragmatic weekday warrior, with enough power and stamina for plenty of weekend fun
2024 Ferrari SF90LM Versione Speciale leaked on Instagram
Pictures of Ferrari’s latest supercar flagship have surfaced on Instagram
2024 Peugeot E-2008: facelift revealed but Australia to continue with current model
First electric examples of the E-2008 are expected to arrive in Q3, but they won’t be the facelifted version…
Small EV prices will match petrol cars by 2025 – but not in Australia
The annual outlook report projects the future of EVs globally is looking promising
Modern Classic: Honda S2000 – The story of Honda’s masterclass in engineering
Honda’s convertible was a technical masterclass that was big on thrills, low on compromise
Volkswagen Tiguan and T-Roc drive delivery jump in April
Following a rocky few years of stock shortages and delivery snags, Volkswagen’s fortunes are improving
VFACTS April 2023: Strong RAV4, Model Y, Outlander sales see medium SUVs reign supreme
Utes may take the top two spots, but improving supply levels see family SUVs assert market dominance
Video: Gran Turismo film gets a full trailer ahead of August release
The rumoured and anticipated Gran Turismo movie is confirmed for an August 2023 release
2021-22 MG HS Plus EV plug-in hybrid recalled due to fire risk
Thousands of MG HS plug-in hybrid electric vehicles have been recalled due to a manufacturing defect that could cause a fire
BYD dethrones VW in China as number-one brand, led by EVs & PHEVs
The rapidly growing Chinese brand overtook Volkswagen in China for the first time since at least 2008, as buyers shift to electrified cars.
Is it cheaper to own an electric car? Do EVs save you money?
Can it really be more affordable to own and run an EV, when they’re still so expensive to buy? The answer can be tricky, but our guides will help you decide.
2023 Tesla Model 3 and Model Y pricing adjusted – again
Electric car brand Tesla has shuffled pricing for its popular Model 3 and Model Y in Australia for the second time in less than one month
2023 Kia Sportage GT-Line orders temporarily paused due to chip shortage
Kia Australia has temporarily paused orders for the flagship Sportage due to several component shortages
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Hankook’s iON EV tyres pick up four Red Dot Design awards
Tyres for EVs are big business, and Hankook’s investment in the category has been rewarded with a big industry award
2023 Lexus RX 350h review
A base-model luxury SUV it may be, but this RX feels mighty complete – with excellent fuel efficiency to boot
MG’s $15k EV finds a market outside of China – Guess where
The small, affordable SAIC-GM-Wuling electric car launches outside of China for the first time
Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace reportedly set to be replaced by larger Tayron
A new report claims Volkswagen’s seven-seat Tiguan Allspace will be replaced by a globalised version of the second-gen Tayron
2024 Hyundai Santa Fe spied and imagined with boxy new look
Hyundai’s next-gen Santa Fe will continue the theme of shaking up the brand’s styling language, introducing a boxy new American look
