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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
2017 Ford Mustang set for 10-speed auto and magnetised dampers
Information has leaked ahead of the 2017 Ford Mustang model update. We present all the latest information on next year’s iconic pony car.
MOTOR magazine The Annual issue preview
A sneak peek at 2017’s final MOTOR issue
2017 LDV T60 Ute revealed
Chinese manufacturer LDV debuts the LDV T60 Ute ahead of its Australian release.
Ferrari 488 GTB Nurburgring hot lap
Maranello’s twin-turbo charger sets stunning ’Ring time
Honda Civic Type R caught in Australia
Japanese hot-hatchback gets Australian tuning and validation work
Alfa Romeo reveals 375kW Stelvio SUV
Alfa’s first SUV has been 13 years in the making
2017 Toyota C-HR review
Toyota’s long-awaited compact SUV has arrived, offering cutting-edge design that’s, well, so un-Toyota.
2016 LA Motor Show: 2019 Jeep Wrangler pick-up on the way
Australia confirmed as vital market for Jeep’s upcoming Ford Ranger rival.
2017 Honda Civic Type R spy pics
Look out Volkswagen Golf GTI – the Honda Civic Type R is already acclimatising in Australia and gunning for you and other hot hatches.
2017 Lexus IS review
A blink-and-you’ll-miss-it but worthwhile update for the third-generation Lexus IS, making it smoother, safer and sexier.
2017 Holden Barina facelifted and upgraded
The 2017 Holden Barina has a new look and extra equipment to fit in with Holden’s changing line up.
2017 Volkswagen Amarok V6 review
More punch and extra gear are the highlights of an update to the impressive 2017 Volkswagen Amarok ute.
2017 Volkswagen Amarok could finally get rear airbags
Safety oversight on the agenda as Volkswagen looks to improve the appeal of its ute.
2017 Volkswagen Amarok designed, engineered for Australia, just not in Australia
Australia is a key market for the Amarok ute, but Volkswagen has no plans for local testing and development of the next one.
2017 Volkswagen Amarok 230kW ute a real possibility
A V6 version of Volkswagen’s popular dual-cab ute – the Volkswagen Amarok – opens the door to high-performance options.
Lexus LC500 locked in to arrive by mid-2017
Sleek Lexus super coupe arrives first half 2017
2016 Renault Koleos review video
Say hello to the Renault Koleos, an SUV with French flair.
Carmakers’ performance sub-brands explained
We look at the brands behind the big car manufacturers’ high-performance performance models
What Tesla Autopilot sees
If you’re still not convinced about self-driving cars this video might change your outlook.
2017 Suzuki S-Cross Turbo heralds big changes for small SUV
The Suzuki S-Cross Turbo little high-rider gets equipment and performance boost as the Japanese brand introduces a new single model for the three-year-old compact SUV.
2017 Skoda Kodiaq: 8 things you didn’t know
Want to know more about the all-new Skoda Kodiaq? We talk you through 8 things you didn’t know about Skoda’s seven-seat SUV.
Formula Thunder 5000 in action
Retro single seater screams around Phillip Island
2017 Skoda Kodiaq Quick Review
Skoda’s first full-sized SUV offers three row, seven seat seating and all-wheel drive as standard, and will be offered with both petrol and diesel engines in Australia.
EXCLUSIVE: General Motors copies Ford Australia’s viral cane toad video
Opel has launched a new online ad for the Ampera-e electric car. Problem is, we’ve seen it before
