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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
Engine tech
Bodywork
Renault Sport weighs up hybrid Megane RS hot hatch
French firm Renault may ditch petrol for electrons in the battle for hot-hatch supremacy as it looks to hybrid engine technology for latest Renault Megane.
An open letter on our future with driverless cars
Stephen Corby laments how his son’s may never enjoy the thrill of driving or receiving last-minute presents from Supercheap Auto as an autonomous future looms.
2016 Audi Q7 long-term car review
Father Christmas brings a COTY contender back for the holidays. Alex Inwood unwraps the Audi Q7.
Five cars to beat the summer heat
On the hunt for a sweet stretch of road this summer? Here are WhichCar’s five recommendations if you also want to look the part.
Ford Mustang Tuning Goodies: $10K-$25K
Supercharger, twin-turbo and aero kit options for your new Ford Mustang.
BMW 1-Series vs Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs Peugeot 308 – Which Car Should I Buy?
We look at which premium hatchback is best for city driving, reliability and value for money, while looking and feeling good at the same time.
Biggest Surprise of 2016: Peugeot 308 GTi
These fast Frenchies once knew how to make a ball-tearing hot hatch. It turns out they’ve not forgotten
Best car reviews of 2016, part 22
All the best reviews and first drives from the year that was, including the Peugeot 308 GTi, AMG E63 S, 2018 Commodore prototype and MX-5 Cup edition
Best of the Wheels Archive in 2016, part one
Here’s the first part of a collection of some of our favourite throwback yarns and classic tales extracted from the Wheels Archive over our 63 year history.
Ford investment boosts Aussie RD capability speed
More work – including on autonomous cars – will happen faster via Ford’s investment in Australia’s research and development capacity
Biggest Gimmick of 2016: Ford Focus RS drift mode
A close look at some of the stand out tech of 2016
Most Improved Car of 2016: Volkswagen Polo GTI
We look at the redeemed Volkswagen and the disappointing MINI in this look back at 2016
The best summer road trip tips
Whether it’s a long day trip, summer holiday or just a suck-it-and-see adventure, here’s few things to help ensure your trip is trouble free and enjoyable
Best features of 2016, part 2
We look at the best features we’ve put together in 2016. In part 2 we go to Bathurst and Le Mans, delve into the Mercedes inner sanctum, chat to Ferrari’s design boss, drive a princely Bentley and analyse Alfa’s five billion dollar baby.
2016 Toyota 86 vs Mazda MX-5 comparison review
The Toyota 86 hardcore hardtop takes on the latest iteration of the Mazda MX-5 roadster to determine which is the best bang-for-buck sports car.
Genesis to champion performance hybrid technology
Genesis – the luxury arm of Hyundai Group – will champion the use hybrid technology and alternative draintrain tech for speed, not just saving the planet.
Ford announces $450m boost to Aussie research, development
Ford global president Mark Fields visits Melbourne to open new, expanded R&D headquarters
Australia’s cheapest cars: 10 new cars under $15,000
Want a brand new car but only have a used car budget? Here are 10 cars straight from the factory that retail for $15k-or-less.
Most Fun Car of 2016: Holden SS Ute
Loveable local larrikin steals the show
Best features of 2016, part 1
We look at the best features we’ve put together in 2016 – from clocking 330km/h on a public road to the classic head-to-head: Commodore vs Falcon.
Car dealerships of the future: race, try, buy
Brisbane to be the first Australian city to trial new car speed-dating dealerships concept by 2020.
Best car reviews of 2016, part 1
We look at the best road tests and first drives of new cars from the year that was, including the AMG GT3, Ford Focus RS, Mazda CX-9 and Rolls’ Dawn drop top.
Scariest Car of 2016: Ferrari F12TDF
We highlight some frightening Ferrari’s in this look back at 2016
2017 Subaru Impreza Review
An all-new Impreza marks a massive step in the right direction for Subaru, but can the sedan make a viable case over the capable and roomy hatch?
