Technical
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
Mike Manley appointed head of FCA
Sergio Marchionne steps down from Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, Ferrari’s top spot due to deteriorating health
Wheel Stories: A race for gender equality
This historics racer is out to shade dad and make her own legacy
2018 Mini Cooper S Cabriolet quick review
It’s sunny side up as Mini introduces a facelifted version of its open-top Cooper in its more desirable S form
2018 Hyundai i30 N track review
Solid result for Namyang’s first proper hot hatch
Stephen Corby on Germany’s driving discipline
Stephen Corby gets a rundown on how the Europeans learn to drive
2018 Volkswagen Golf GTI Original track review
Cracking base is crying out to be let off the leash
Three of the best family cars you can buy in 2018
Need a new ride to haul your tribe? Here’s a selection of the cars that do it the best
Setting the lap record at The Bend Motorsport Park with a 911 GT2 RS
We drive South Australia’s epic new 7.77km racetrack in one epic 515kW Porsche
Australia’s Nurburgring: The Bend Motorsport Park
Adelaide home to Oz’s new motorsport mecca
2018 Audi A8 55 TFSI review
Audi’s all-new big limo brings a plus-sized display of flagship tech, and surprising driver appeal
BMW reconfirms M will adopt hybrid technology
Performance brand to welcome battery technology in future
2018 Mini Cooper hatch quick review
A facelift for the Mini Cooper introduces more advanced technology including iPhone support, and a slicker gearbox
First US McLaren Senna delivered
Custom green-carbon hypercar ordered by renowned US collector
Hyundai i30 N Line revealed
Korean hot hatch looks – minus some of the sting – will come to Australia under a different name
Nissan, Hyundai trade blows over ‘N Sport’ name
It’s the battle of the wheels, stickers and trim packages as two brands go toe to toe over a badge
2018 Peugeot 308 GTi 270 track review
Storms the track, but fails to make the formula rain
2018 Nissan 370Z Nismo track review
Fairlady produces a podium-menacing lap time, but the overall recipe is out of date
2018 Porsche Mission E Cross Turismo concept performance review
Even this ‘hobbled’ show car goes like a cut cat
Hyundai Santa Fe Highlander vs Peugeot 5008 GT comparison review
Style meets practicality in a diesel-powered seven-seat shootout
2019 Renault Megane R.S. Trophy revealed
Honed Megane R.S. scores more grip and power
2019 Porsche Macan facelift: what to expect
Porsche has shown its facelifted best-seller getting busy in Southern Africa, here’s what to expect when it’s revealed in full
2018 Kia Stinger 330S track review
The Stinger finds itself in the right place at the wrong time
Lego 007 Aston Martin DB5: licence to build
James Bond’s iconic feature film coupe recreated in bricks, gadgets and all
2018 Kia Cerato Sport sedan quick review
It’s small in stature, but big in people and luggage hauling ability
