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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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Mercedes-Benz forced to pay $12.5 million in landmark Takata airbag court ruling
This is the first time ever a company has been penalised for not complying with a mandatory recall in Australia
2023 Maserati MC20 and MC20 Cielo pricing and features for Australia revealed
Maserati’s flagship sports car has been updated for 2023, with a convertible variant and higher price headlining the refresh
2023 Maserati Ghibli, Levante and Quattroporte pricing and features for Australia
Maserati has increased pricing for the three models for the upcoming year
2023 Maserati Grecale Australian pricing and features revealed
Maserati Grecale range, pricing and options detailed ahead of crucial SUV launch
VFACTS August 2022: Brighter skies emerge for new car sales
Almost all the big brands enjoyed greater sales numbers in August after a tough year so far
VFACTS August 2022: Tesla sales drive record month for EVs in Australia
Four out of five EV sales last month were a Tesla as US company benefits from a fresh shipment of the Model 3 and Model Y
2022 Peugeot Expert Pro LWB review
Peugeot brings some polish to the humble tradie van
Is Australia ready for the electrified ute?
Ford’s EV pick-up marks a turning point in electric acceptance, but when will Australia join in?
2023 Lexus RX powertrains detailed for Australia
Three new-gen Lexus RX variants arriving early 2023, plug-in hybrid (PHEV) to follow later
FERLAZZO: You can have any colour you want, as long as it’s…
Betcha didn’t know: The precursor to metallic paint was an expensive process that actually contained crushed fish scales to create an iridescent effect
2022 BMW 220i coupe review
Can the cheapest BMW sports car live up to the lofty expectations of its badge?
Ford Ranger plug-in hybrid coming 2024
An electrified Ranger is coming to Australia in two years’ time
2023 Ford Ranger Raptor: 5000 orders placed, no diesel model planned
New ‘super ute’ sold out until mid-2023 due to huge demand
2023 Genesis Electrified GV70 Australian pricing and features
Genesis has revealed local details for the electric GV70 medium SUV, with one variant on offer
2022 Audi RS3 vs Mercedes-AMG A45 S comparison review
Audi’s fresh Audi RS3 enters the hyper hatch fray. Lying in wait? The ballistic AMG A45 S.
2023 Skoda Fabia review: Monte Carlo Edition 150 – Australian first drive
Skoda’s baby of the family isn’t so little anymore but big-car features come at a price
2023 Nissan Z review: Australian first drive
It’s this year’s most eagerly awaited sportscar, but can the Nissan Z live up to its big billing?
2023 Subaru XV teased, big reveal set for September 15
Following the 2017 debut of the current model, the new-generation Subaru XV is right around the corner
2023 Honda Civic Type R power figures revealed
It’s confirmed: power and torque is up for the new Civic Type R
BYD backflips on service pricing, but no change to Australian warranty
The electric vehicle brand has confirmed its warranty length and servicing details for Australia
Retro: Nash Metropolitan – Kelvinator’s car for the times
The vision of a fridge boss, built in the UK, but aimed as USA’s ‘second car’
Next-gen Bentley Bentayga imagined, EV likely to follow
Bentley’s first electric model will be a small SUV, but a much bigger model – possibly keeping the Bentayga name – will surely not be far behind
VIDEO: 2023 Haval H6 GT review
Does the range-topping coupe-SUV version of Haval’s H6 cut it, or does it edge beyond its badge equity?
Volkswagen ID.4 and ID.5 GTX sporty EVs planned for Australia
VGA keen to get its hands on fastest variants of upcoming EVs
