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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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Watch: Honda Civic Type R sets swansong lap record at The Bend
Outgoing hot hatch lays down the gauntlet for its successor
Rolls-Royce Wraith, Dawn axed from Australian line-up
Despite strong sales, the two-door Rolls-Royce models have been withdrawn from Australia
We drive Maserati’s most important car ever this month in MOTOR
A night with Maserati’s radical MC20, Cayman GT4 versus an ex-cyclone, our first taste of the Gunther Werks Speedster and more!
Calls for Australia to reintroduce vehicle manufacturing industry
Australia is primed to produce battery-powered cars, according a report published this week
2022 Kia Sportage PHEV launches in North America, not for Australia yet
Plug-in hybrid SUV will go in sale in the United States – but there are no plans for Australian release
2022 Lexus NX pricing and features
The all-new version of Lexus’s popular medium SUV brings a host of new class-leading features
2022 Ford Ranger, Fiesta ST hit by chip shortage
Ford has removed key safety features from the hot Fiesta and auto stop-start from the bi-turbo Ranger
Porsche Drive Rental debuts in Australia: 911 from $911
Those wanting to experience a new Porsche without committing to a purchase will now have their chance
2022 Haval Jolion Vanta announced as limited-edition variant
A new limited-edition Haval Jolion has joined the range, with blacked out exterior trims
Snow Blower: 2022 Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT review
A Black Forest blizzard blast reveals Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT’s split personality
Volvo planning all-electric model between XC60 and XC90
It’s understood the new vehicle will be the first fully-electric model to be built in the South Carolina plant
Nissan to largely end development of internal combustion engines
The development of fuel-burning powertrains will be scaled back at Nissan
Review: 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQE ride-along
The new electric-powered Mercedes-Benz EQE sedan is being positioned as a spiritual successor to the E-Class. No pressure, then
These are the only manual performance cars on sale in Australia
Seeking a manual car with over 250kW? You don’t have many options these days
2023 Alfa Romeo Tonale revealed
Alfa Romeo’s new little SUV has been unveiled with electrified powertrains and new-to-brand technology
Queensland’s worst intersections uncovered
It might be a surprise to learn the worst spot isn’t in SEQ…
Hydrogen tow trucks for Melbourne as Hyzon establishes local HQ
Hyzon Motors will partner with RACV as it grows roots in Australia
2022 Mazda CX-60 PHEV teased with performance details, Australia confirmed
The first of two plug-in hybrid SUVs from Mazda has been teased, just one month before its unveiling
Hyundai IONIQ 6 tech specs show off sub-Sonata sized EV
The latest IONIQ vehicle will be longer and lower than its 5 sibling
2022 Hyundai Nexo FCEV review
This isn’t Hyundai’s first fuel-cell electric vehicle, but it’s the first one built to be one rather than a retro-fitted SUV
Tesla Superchargers open at The Bend Motorsport Park
Australia’s newest motorsport facility features Tesla’s high-tech chargers
2022 Cupra Leon features announced for Australia
Cupra has confirmed specification details for another new model: the 2022 Leon hatch
Which car should I buy? Mercedes-Benz W204 C63 AMG v BMW E90 M3
Alan can’t decide between a pair of secondhand German sports sedans. Here’s our advice
Cupra Formentor E-Hybrid review
As the Cupra brand gears up for its Australian launch, we take a Formentor E-Hybrid through Sardinia in search of a spark
