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
Holden ZB Commodore: Performance Car Podcast
Chatting all things Commodore from behind the wheel of the new ZB Commodore
Opel Insignia GSi quicker than Insignia OPC at the Nürburgring
Despite having two fewer cylinders, the top-spec GSi could be 12s quicker at the ‘Ring
Iconic Jaguars, Mustangs, and Ferrari up for auction in Ian Cummins lot
Classic car collector’s estate puts 22 cars up for auction
Special issue – Wheels farewells the Aussie Holden. On sale now
Larger, 196pg Collector’s Edition pays tribute to an Aussie icon, from FX to VFII
2008 Holden Commodore: HSV W427 First Drive
Believe the hype. With the balance to back up the numbers, HSV has just created Australia’s first supercar
Porsche launches car subscription service in the US
Subscription service Porsche Passport allows you to drive a selection of the Porsche fleet without owning any
2018 Toyota RAV4: Active safety now standard across all models
All 2018 Toyota RAV4 models now come with automatic emergency braking and navigation as standard
Porsche launches subscription car hire program
Porsche Passport allows subscribers to access Porsches via a mobile app
The Lamborghini LM002 was its first SUV
Before the Urus was even a thought, Lambo already had an SUV
2018 Citroen C3 review
The French attempt a style revolution for the light-car class and mostly succeed, at a price
Mitsubishi Lancer Evo X at Performance Car Of The Year 2008: Classic MOTOR
Great on track but shines on open roads
2017 Merc-AMG C63 S Coupe vs 2016 Dodge Challenger Hellcat: new vs used
Mighty Mopar makes C63 AMG seem a little underwhelming
2019 Mazda 3 to be previewed at Tokyo Motor Show
A pair of concepts will provide a glimpse at future products from Mazda
Nissan GT-R tops 211km/h driven with gaming controller
Japanese manufacture turns GT-R supercar into full-size remote control car
Sub-standard steel claims have car makers scrambling for answers
Iron powder that wasn’t as tough as it should have been was sold to automotive companies, report claims
Honda supports plan to deregister cars with faulty Takata airbags
Honda Australia is calling for regulatory support to compel owners to have potentially deadly airbags replaced
2017 Tokyo Motor Show: Mazda previews next Mazda 6 and Mazda 3 with concept duo
Mazda has teased two new concepts ahead of their Tokyo debuts, dropping heavy hints of what’s in store for the next-generation Mazda 6 and Mazda 3
Nissan GT-R driven by PS4 controller at Silverstone
Watch an LMP1 driver thrash a GT-R around Silverstone… from a helicopter
Plug-in hybrid Range Rover confirmed for Australia
New hybrid Range Rover headlines facelifted model range, alongside V6 and V8 variants
2007 Wheels Car of the Year: Holden VE Commodore
The General’s billion-dollar baby is no immaculate conception, but it meets the COTY criteria better than any other new car of 2006, shining through as the most deserving recipient of Australia’s premier motoring award.
Opinion: Will Ford return to the WRC?
Will the Blue Oval be M-Sport’s knight in shining armour?
FPV F6 at Performance Car Of The Year 2008: Classic MOTOR
Wickedly fast, but lacks overall GTS balance
Holden’s stillborn 350ci VB Commodore
The untold story of Holden’s secret plan for a powered-up Bathurst racer
2018 Jaguar F-Pace Range Review
The Jaguar F-Pace is the British marque’s first 5-seat SUV, and combines a spacious wagon bodystyle with excellent performance both on- and off-road.
