Engine conversions

A cornerstone of our sport since time immemorial, and a world that’s only getting wider as manufacturers pump out huge-horsepower crate engines. From big-blocks to Barras, LS combos of all sorts, and Godzillas, you’ll find helpful info here no matter your transplant of choice.

Reviews

2022 Haval H6 Hybrid review

Hybrid engine sorts out the drivetrain dramas on the standard H6 while delivering a ton of gear and a mature, competent mid-size SUV

News

Chargefox ultra-rapid charging fees to increase by 50 per cent

The new prices bring the Chargefox into line with its rivals, but no changes for slower ‘fast’ chargers

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Volkswagen electric vehicle sales up 65 per cent, as CEO sees threats from Tesla and Apple

VW CEO Herbert Diess has spoken on a wide range of topics, including the company’s electric ambitions

News

Tesla to be powered by printed solar panels for lap of Australia

Innovative low-cost solar panels are set to be the power source for a road trip around the country in an electric vehicle

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Volvo C40 Recharge: Everything we know about Sweden’s electric SUV

Volvo’s second electric model brings an all-new coupe-SUV bodyshape and 420km range

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Battery giant CATL to open $8.1 billion Indonesian plant

Australia’s neighbour is setting itself up as a self-sufficient electric vehicle hub

Suspension bushes
Advice

Car suspension explained

If you think the MacPherson Strut was Elle’s catwalk swagger, this quick explanation about car suspension is for you.

News

How Porsche is testing the Taycan’s ability to power the grid

Until now, electricity for electromobility has mainly flowed in one direction – from the charging point to the vehicle

Advice

Everything you need to know about inline-six engines

You may have heard that a bunch of carmakers are returning to six-cylinder engines arranged in-line. Interesting, but why should you care?

2019 Detroit Auto Show RAM 2500 3500 Heavy Duty unveiled
News

2019-2022 Ram 2500 and 3500 recalled

Owners of large utes need to contact a dealer for repair immediately

Kia Stinger twin-turbo V6 Queensland Police
News

Queensland drivers to cop higher driving fines

Infringements are about to cost more in Queensland, as the Government vows to crack down on driving offences

News

Honda EV range previewed, including two new electric sports cars

Honda is set to roll out 30 new electric models globally, including a pair of powerful sports models – but Australia’s place in the plan remains unclear

News

Ford signs deal with Aussie miner as decarbonising gains pace

Carmakers are turning to their suppliers to reduce environmental impacts at every level

News

New Lexus of Tasmania dealership opens in Hobart

Lexus has returned to Hobart, with a modern space designed to steer away from traditional showrooms

News

Tesla’s Shanghai factory shutdown continues

Workers may be forced to live at the factory to help keep production going

Skoda planning two new models
News

Skoda appoints new global CEO

Klaus Zellmer’s new job is part of a wider reshuffle happening among the top brass at the VW Group

News

Volkswagen Group considers split following Porsche IPO

Audi, Bentley, Lamborghini, and Ducati may be carved out, leaving Volkswagen Group with just its volume-selling brands

News

European Union expands emissions testing capacity

Two new emissions testing sites will be used to check new cars sold in Europe, in an effort to prevent another Dieselgate

News

General Motors and Honda to co-develop affordable electric cars

A series of affordable electric models are being developed by GM and Honda, with the first cars to arrive in 2027

News

BMW to turn Alpina into performance luxury sub-brand below Rolls-Royce

Alpina is set to carve out its own niche, offering BMW M levels of performance and luxury just below that of Rolls-Royce

Reviews

2022 BYD Atto 3 review: First Australian drive

The new BYD Atto 3 is coming with the Blade battery, attention-grabbing price and possibly one of the more confusing launches in recent memory

News

VFACTS March 2022: New car sales return to form as Tesla reports figures

Despite supply chain issues, the industry has recorded its strongest March sales since 2018

News

South Australian fuel stations to begin accepting Bitcoin

Motorists will soon be able to pay for their fuel with digital currencies, thanks to a deal between Crypto.com and OTR

News

2022 Beijing Motor Show postponed due to Covid-19

The Chinese auto industry’s premier show continues to suffer from the pandemic