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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
New Bentley Mulliner project to be announced at Goodwood
Another big announcement to come from the British marque following the reveal of the GT S and Flying Spur S
2023 Toyota BZ SDN patent images hint at electric sedan
The electric mid-size sedan is the result of a collaboration between Toyota and BYD for the Chinese market
Toyota launches appeal against $2 billion DPF compensation case
Toyota Australia may have to compensate customers who bought HiLux, Fortuner, or Prado models between 2015 and 2020
2023 Alpina D4 S Gran Coupe revealed, Australian launch unlikely
BMW’s twin-turbo diesel 4 Series has been given the Alpina treatment
Toyota Crown adding SUV option for next generation
Whatever ‘SUV’ is supposed to mean these days, new official images suggest Toyota’s Crown is about to make the leap
2021 Toyota Kluger recalled
ADR non-compliance forces the recall of all new Klugers
New South Wales commits further $38 million towards EV infrastructure
Australia’s most populous state has now increased its electric vehicle investments to $633 million
BMW iX prototype adopts 966km range dual-chemistry battery
A Michigan-based start-up’s battery tech could enhance driving range while using less source materials
2023 Mini Cooper, Clubman and Countryman gain limited edition variants
New grades enhance Mini’s local line-up
Audi RS3 v AMG A45 v BMW M240i comparison review
Germany’s three arch-rival brands deliver very individual takes on the hi-po small car. So does angriest equal best?
2023 Bentley Continental GT S and Flying Spur S unveiled
Bentley’s elegant sedan and coupe duo have picked up a sportier design, with louder exhausts and blacked-out designs
VW ID. Buzz and ID. 3 GTX performance EV grades confirmed
Technology from Volkswagen’s performance ID range will be implemented in its van and hatchback offering
Retro: 1969 Ferrari 365 GT 2+2
The biggest-ever Ferrari at the time also took the brand into a state of lux
2022 Honda Civic Type R caught on Tokyo highway
As the production model edges closer, prototypes of the Civic Type R have been spotted testing close to Germany’s Nürburgring circuit
What were the top 10 best-selling models worldwide in 2021?
Japanese marques took eight of the top 10 spots
2022 Mercedes-Maybach S 680 review
The most expensive Mercedes you can buy is the super-luxurious Maybach S 680. We get behind the wheel to live the rich life.
Singer Turbo Study gets its latest customer reveal
“Owners may choose to go in a very different direction…”
Tesla Model Y v Kia EV6 v Polestar 2: Pricing and features compared
How does the new Tesla Model Y compare against its competition?
Reader resto: 1971 Datsun 240Z
The 240Z love affair started in 1999 and is even stronger today
Tesla Model Y price hike already, as Model 3 cost also increases
The new Tesla Model Y has only just touched down in Australia, and prices are up already
Australian emissions reduction target increased as automotive industry calls for specific policy
While the Government targets a higher level of emissions reduction, the transport industry is still without a specific target
EXCLUSIVE: New car key battery laws mean replacing old sets ‘might not be possible’, will cost industry
The Australian Government is bringing in new laws on button batteries from next week, but what does it mean for you?
2023 Subaru Forester on sale in Australia ahead of fourth quarter launch
The updated Subaru Forester comes at a premium ahead of its arrival later this year
Tesla Enhanced Autopilot comes to Australia for $5100
While paid-up Australian Tesla customers wait for Full Self Driving to reach their car, the mid-level Enhanced Autopilot has become available
