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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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The all-wheel-drive Ferrari that never was
Uncovering the Ferrari 408 4RM, a concept car that showcased Maranello’s talent to the world
Most-searched car brands of 2021
It should be no surprise to hear the highest-selling manufacturer has appeared in the most searches
2017-2021 Mercedes-Benz diesel models recalled
Certain models fitted with the OM654 and OM656 engines are affected
2025 Nissan S16 Silvia could adopt electric power
With the new Nissan Z mere months away from launch, new information suggests the company is looking to revive its entry-level sports car
Porsche to officially supply engines for Singer
Stuttgart’s North American motorsport arm will reportedly help to modify Singer’s flat-six units
Mazda patents triple-rotor hybrid powertrain
Mazda continues to tease us by filing patents for a hybrid three-rotor
In defence of team orders in motorsport
Team orders in motorsport aren’t always a bad thing, argues Kirby
Audi Australia announces five-year warranty for 2022 models
After being offered last year, the 60-month warranty is now a permanent fixture
Nissan Juke vs Toyota Yaris Cross comparison review
The Hybrid Yaris Cross throws down the challenge to Nissan’s segment-pioneering crossover: let’s take this outside
Stellantis and Amazon to join forces, develop vehicle software
The two giants will pair up in a move which benefits both parties
2021 Skoda Fabia recalled for seat belt issue
A new recall issued by Skoda Australia affects just 16 vehicles
Lewis Hamilton sells one-off Pagani Zonda
The seven-time F1 champion reportedly wants to cut down on his carbon footprint
Gordon Murray Automotive T.33 set to debut this month
A ‘more accessible’ supercar is on its way from GMA
Female apprentice makes her mark in Melbourne
A new initiative aims to inspire more young women like Chloe to join the car industry
Wagon or SUV? Audi RS4 Avant vs Alfa Romeo Stelvio Q
Both Audi and Alfa Romeo offer up two different forms of pragmatic performance
What happened in MOTOR 19 years ago? We thrashed Mercedes-Benz’s $360k SL55 AMG
Anticipation runs high for the next AMG-developed SL-Class. Flashback to the time we got our hands on the old 368kW SL55 hot rod
2005 Porsche Carrera GT breaks auction records
A low-mileage Porsche Carrera GT has sold for a record amount, but the records seem to be falling often
Toyota’s Gazoo Racing to unveil GRMN Yaris, GT3 Concept
Rumours suggest the GRMN Yaris will be unveiled next week, alongside a new GT3 racing car concept
Jim Rowan to replace Håkan Samuelsson as Volvo Cars CEO
Samuelsson vacates the top job after almost a decade in charge
2022 Volkswagen ID Buzz to be revealed on March 9
Toned down exterior will see the Buzz fall in line with the existing ID range
Honda targets 120,000 unit EV production capacity at new Chinese plant
The 630,000 square metre facility will be able to produce over 15 per cent of all Chinese-made Hondas
VinFast launches three new models, renames existing vehicles
The Vietnamese manufacturer is outlining its plans for global expansion
Video: US startup claims more than 1200km of driving range from new battery
An emerging company is looking at ways to improve battery tech, while making it cleaner
Lithium hits record price, may affect electric vehicle costs
A component of EV batteries has gone up in price, and new-car buyers could be left with the bill
