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.

2020 Mercedes GLB
Reviews

Mercedes GLB 250 review

Smallish GLB 250 slots into Mercedes SUV family with biggish features and price

2020 Isuzu D-MAX
Advice

Which dual cab ute is best for me?

In the market for a new dual-cab ute but don’t know where to start? WhichCar is here to help!

Kia Picanto
Advice

Australia’s five cheapest new cars

Here are five solid new car options when budget is the main priority

Advice

Regenerative braking explained

Here’s how regenerative braking saves fuel and battery power, and why hot brakes are nuclear powered

radar detector ban
News

WA outlaws use of radar detectors with hefty fines

WA to join other Australian jurisdictions by banning the use of radar detectors

Toyota Hilux Mako
News

Toyota builds Ranger Raptor rival Aussies can’t buy

What would win in a fight, a Raptor or a Mako? New Zealand is about to find out

Nissan RE-LEAF concept
News

Nissan turns Leaf EV into a mobile emergency power station

Nissan’s RE-LEAF concept shows how EVs can have broader applications and that a crossover version of the Leaf EV hatch wouldn’t be a terrible idea.

Shelby GT500 right-hand drive
News

Australia’s first Shelby GT500 converted to RHD

A closer look at Australia’s first Shelby GT500

Toyota LandCruiser Prado GXL
Reviews

2021 Toyota LandCruiser Prado review

The Toyota Prado is a large SUV with a seven-seat cabin and proven reliability. It is very comfortable, excellent off-road, and a great choice for Outback touring.

Toyota MR2 SARD MC8
News

The maddest production Toyota MR2 of all still lives

SARD’s manic MC8 still one of the mightiest road-going MR2s in history

Advice

New Apple CarPlay iOS 14 reviewed

Apple’s all-new iPhone operating system, iOS 14, has launched with a raft of updates to Apple CarPlay. But how does it work in practice?

2020 Hyundai Palisade
Advice

Bigger, more powerful SUVs coming to Australia soon

Here’s why your next large SUV doesn’t have to be another Toyota

mazda bt-50 vs toyota hilux
Comparisons

2021 Toyota Hilux vs Mazda BT-50 on-paper comparison

2021 Toyota Hilux and Mazda BT-50 go head-to-head in a virtual spec battle

Ionic Concept Cabin
News

Ioniq switches on the future channel

Ioniq’s EV concept is more mobile lounge than motor vehicle

Porsche 911 GT2 RS
TV

Stories behind the stories in our season-closing episode

A handful of memorable moments to farewell our second series of TV motoring Mecca

Mazda RX-8 V8
Podcast

WhichCar Weekly podcast episode 71 now live

Bold BMWs, bargain boy racers, and breaching the law by accident

2020 Mazda 3 X20 Skyactiv X M Hybrid
Reviews

Mazda 3 X20 Astina review

World-first compression ignition petrol joins Mazda 3 ranks without a bang

Aston Martin racing sim
News

Aston Martin’s racing sim costs as much as a V8 Vantage

Aston Martin reveals its first racing simulator: limited to 150 units, and costing a touch over AU$100,000

Does wireless charging harm your phone
Advice

Do wireless phone chargers in cars damage phones?

Wireless induction is more convenient way to charge your phone, but is it less safer to you or your phone than using a USB cable?

Kubica onboard Nurburgring
Motorsport

VIDEO: Watch an F1 racer thrash a BMW M4 at the Nurburgring

Robert Kubica unleashes hell in a modified BMW M4 at The ‘Ring

kia sorento
Advice

Which Kia SUV is right for me? Kia SUV range explained

From Seltos to Sportage to Sorento, here’s the lay of the Kia SUV land

2020 Mazda 3 X20 Astina Skyactiv X M Hybrid
News

Mazda 3 and CX-30 ranges get Skyactiv X power

World-first compression ignition petrol added to flagship Mazda 3 and CX-30 Astina options

2021 Hyundai i30 N hatchback
News

Hyundai details new i30 N in full

Comprehensive performance makeover sharpens Hyundai i30 N’s claws and looks

2021 BMW M3 comgen E30 M3
News

We’ve ‘fixed’ the new BMW M3’s controversial design

Note to self: don’t leave graphic designers unattended for too long