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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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2025 Volvo EX40 & EC40 revealed: XC40 & C40 electric SUVs renamed
Volvo has renamed its XC40 Recharge and C40 electric SUV twins to EX40 and EC40, matching the EX30, EX90 and EM90
Best used large SUVs to buy in 2024
Need a new family car? Here’s three large family SUVs that are unlikely to break the bank
2024 Renault Arkana Zen: Quick review
Derived from the Latin word arcanum, meaning secret, the Arkana could be your little secret that not many know about.
Best used off-road SUVs to buy in 2024
Need an off-roading SUV to get where you’re going? Whether it’s a big one or a little one, these three deserve a look
2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 long-term review
Mercedes is pinning its hopes on the new GLC to be its biggest money spinner. We assess its chances.
2024 MG HS review: Full range detailed
The MG HS is an attractive, value-packed medium SUV that offers a host of features, premium interior feel and a perky turbocharged engine
2024 Toyota RAV4 review: Full range detailed
The Toyota RAV4 is regularly the most popular medium SUV in Australia, and with good reason – it sips fuel and drives excellently.
Auction watch: Leyland Mini Moke, Porsche Cayenne GTS, Genesis Ultimate Pack, and more
Grays rolls out even more cars for those looking for a bargain
2024 Renault Megane E-Tech review: Australian first drive
Renault’s return to electric power in Australia’s passenger car space is an outing full of flair & tech, but can it steal buyers away from popular price rivals?
2024 Mazda CX-3 Review: Full range detailed
Learn more about the reduced Mazda CX-3 small-SUV range including price, interior, boot space, safety assists and performance.
2024 Toyota Yaris Cross review: Full range detailed
The Toyota Yaris Cross is the brand’s smallest SUV and, although expensive, it’s efficient, compact, and likable.
2024 Volkswagen T-Cross review: Full range detailed
The Volkswagen T-Cross is based on the Polo hatchback and is the smallest and most affordable SUV to wear a VW badge.
2024 Kia Seltos review: Full range detailed
The Kia Seltos is a popular small SUV in Australia. Learn more about the Seltos range including price, interior, boot space, safety assists and performance.
2024 Toyota Corolla review: Full range detailed
Everything you need to know about the Toyota Corolla range, offering hatchbacks and sedans with a choice of 2.0-litre petrol or hybrid powertrains – and the scorching-hot GR Corolla.
Recall roundup: Toyota, Chery, Kia & Audi
New recalls issued for the Toyota Yaris, Chery Omoda 5, facelifted Kia Sorento, and Audi Q7 & Q8
Wheels catch-up: Top 40 cars of 2024, Kia Tasman spied, Prado line-up detailed!
Here are the stories that made headlines this week
2025 Audi S3 update detailed ahead of reveal
Wide ranging changes for Audi S3 hot hatch and sedan aim to improve overall driving dynamics
Kia Stinger set to be replaced by electric sedan – but Australia unlikely
An all-electric replacement to the rear-drive Kia Stinger, which could be called the EV8, is due in 2026 but it appears unlikely for Australia
Renault Scenic E-Tech electric small SUV “under study”, Austral hybrid ruled out
Renault Australia developing business case for RHD-ready Scenic E-Tech electric SUV, while the midsize Austral hybrid has been ruled out due to high cost
2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale Q4 Veloce review
Plug-in hybrid baby SUV heralds a fascinating new era for Alfa. But do you buy it?
2025 Skoda Octavia facelift revealed: Updated look, more power for the RS
Skoda updates popular Octavia liftback and wagon with a revised look, improved technology, and a power boost for the RS variant
2024 Lexus RX 500h F Sport: Quick review
The most RX you can get for your dollar
Best used medium SUVs to buy in 2024
Need a new family car? The midsized SUV, or medium SUV, is one of Australia’s most popular styles – and this trio deserves a look
Best used medium cars for 2024
Looking for the right family car? The medium passenger car segment is the very definition of getting a lot for your dollar
