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.

April Fools best car gags
News

A history of April Fools car gags

Carmakers go above and beyond to bring a smile on April Fools Day

Genesis G80 GV80
News

Genesis G80 vs GV80: what’s the difference?

New G80 sedan has more in common with its GV80 large SUV sibling than the model it replaces

Kia cerato sport
Reviews

2020 Kia Cerato Sport manual sedan review

Opting for the manual Cerato is a good way to save money, but is it good value?

Toyota model leak 2020
News

Next-gen Toyota, Lexus product line-ups leaked

Toyota has a stack of new models coming in the next few years and it’s just let slip what they all are

2020 Subaru Impreza
Reviews

2020 Subaru Impreza review

In its all-new Impreza, Subaru has built a comfortable, practical small hatch and sedan that could engage someone who appreciates a sporty car. Most versions have auto braking.

2019 Subaru Forester
Reviews

2020 Subaru Forester review

Everything you need to know about the all-new 2019 Subaru Forester

Erebus Motorsport coronavirus equipment
News

V8 Supercar teams build medical gear for Aussie hospitals

Erebus and Triple Eight develop vital protective gear for health workers in less than a week

tesla toy box
Advice

Tesla’s Toy Box: how does it work?

Can you use your Tesla as an in-built driving simulator rig? Yes, actually

car battery and jumper leads
Advice

How to jump start your car

Your battery is flat, you can’t wait for roadside assistance and someone kindly agrees to help jump start your car. Here’s how to do it safely.

Mask 2020
News

GM’s ventilator plan canned, then commanded by Trump

GM ventilator plans in confusion after president scoffs at projections and costs for life-saving breathing gear

Advice

The most common car in video games is probably not what you think

Which cars are a staple of driving games? Even the most educated guess probably won’t pick Number One

Mazda MX-5 Abarth 124 Spider
Comparisons

Mazda MX-5 Roadster GT v Abarth 124 Spider comparison

The iconic Japanese roadster and its Italian-badged sibling have very different personalities. But is one better than the other?

TV

WhichCar Season 2 Episode 8 preview

This week Dan climbs a hill in Germany while David and Elise compare two cool roadsters. Also Emma is in her element at a Ferrari Launch and 4×4 review the Ford Ranger.

News

Can the car industry really build medical ventilators?

There are good intentions to fill a shortfall in vital medical equipment to tackle the current crisis – but will it make a difference?

Reviews

2020 Mazda CX-5 review

Everything you need to know about the MY19 Mazda CX-5 range including pricing, features and safety.

Reviews

So what is iRacing all about?

The world’s best car racing simulator, iRacing, is surprisingly easy to get into and unsurprisingly hard to master

News

Virtual racing is thriving while actual motorsport withers

Is e-sport actually a decent substitute for watching real cars go around a circuit?

2017 Mercedes-Benz GLA250
Reviews

2020 Mercedes-Benz GLA review

The Mercedes-Benz GLA is a tall-riding small hatchback that is almost an SUV, with efficient engines and the option of all-wheel drive. An AMG version adds eye-widening speed.

Apple CarPlay
News

Apple Carplay and Android Auto more dangerous than drink driving

In-car entertainment deemed a major driver distraction thanks to a recent study

Toyota 86
News

Turbo-packing 200kW Toyota GR 86 confirmed for 2021

Leaked dealer presentation shows Toyota’s intentions to launch next-gen 86 in July 2021

Chevrolet SS
Opinion

Could left-hand-drive cars have saved Holden?

Converting Australia to a left-hand drive nation might have saved Holden

360-degree parking monitors explained
Advice

360-degree parking monitors explained

Getting a bird’s eye view of your car while it’s parked is one the more impressive emerging in-car technologies. But how does it work?

Mazda CX-5
News

2020 Mazda CX-5 pricing and features

The Mazda CX-5 medium SUV becomes safer, scores new tech and is more comfortable for 2020

automotive 3d printing
Car Style

3D printing and the automotive industry

No longer just a means of making one-off prototypes or wild concepts, 3D printing is now a part of the automotive production line