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.

Airbag of the future takes a front seat
German company ZF thinks its new airbag may be the solution for protecting passengers in a new generation of car interiors that look more like lounge rooms

2018 Kia Optima review video
GT brings turbo power to steadily evolving Kia Optima range

Honda Odyssey v Volkswagen Multivan v Isuzi MU-X: Which ‘breeder bus’ is best?
Driving satisfaction need not end once the family outgrows five seats?

2017 BMW 6 Series Gran Turismo revealed
A new version of BMW’s fastback five-door appears to fix much of what was wrong with the old one

Video: 2018 Holden Commodore Sportwagon spied on the street
Holden’s next-gen, Euro-sourced Commodore load-lugger caught in the wild

Holden Astra Sportwagon to bolster range in late 2017
Holden commits to growing its small car range, with the Astra hatch and sedan set to gain a wagon-bodied sibling before the end of 2017.

New Volkswagen Polo launch: the countdown begins
The next generation VW Polo will be revealed online later this week. Crank up your browsers

2015-2016 Nissan Pulsar Review
A long, broad body on a lengthy wheelbase gives the Nissan Pulsar generous interior space for a small car, and the sedan a gigantic boot.

Kia Cerato Sport Quick Review
Kia has introduced a new mid-spec model that pulls on a tracksuit, but doesn’t bother changing out of its Ugg boots

2018 C3 Aircross Builds Citroen SUV assault
New Citroen C3 Aircross joins C5 Aircross big sister in growing crossover line-up

Hyundai, Marvel build Kona Iron Man special edition
Stark Industries inspires superhero special edition of Hyundai’s new Kona baby SUV

Front-engine, mid-engine, rear-engine: what’s the difference?
Mid, front or rear-engines; where is your donk and what are the advantages of locating engines in different parts of the car?

2017 Hyundai Kona baby SUV to fight Mazda CX-3
Hyundai confirms three-model line-up and high-tech specs for edgy Kona baby SUV, due in Australia later this year

How to survive your first track day
So you’ve bought a fast car and you want to use it. How do you make sure your first on-track experience is a good one?

Subaru Forester v Subaru Outback v Mazda CX-5 v Ford Mondeo v VW Passat: Which diesel car should I buy?
Floss is after a good diesel car for long drives that isn’t a ute or large four-wheel-drive.

Mazda CX-5 vs Kia Sportage v Kia Sorento: Which diesel SUV should I buy?
Peter needs an SUV with a high, ergonomic seating position with an economical diesel engine.

2017 Mazda 2 Genki quick review
The Mazda 2 proves that light cars can be well equipped and fun to drive while remaining affordable.

2017 Kia Rio Si v Mazda 2 Genki light hatch comparison review
The all-new Kia Rio holds up well against most of its light-car competitors but how does it fare against the highly regarded Mazda 2?

2017 Skoda Octavia RS245 hangs on automatic choice
Skoda’s best corner-carving Octavia yet will need to have a DSG option if it is to become a permanent addition to Australia’s showrooms

Audi Q2 v Mini Countryman v VW Tiguan vs Ford Escape v Mazda CX-5: which SUV should I buy?
Cheryl wants to know which small or medium SUV offers a good mix of power, safety and features?

2017 BMW 530e iPerformance Quick Review
BMW rounds out its 5 Series offerings with a plug-in hybrid executive saloon that costs no more than the fossil fuel-burning alternative to buy

2017 Kia Rio Si quick review
Kia introduced the fourth generation of its popular Rio light hatch earlier this year, bringing with it a European-inspired look and enhanced ride

2017 Suzuki Swift quick review
Suzuki’s all-new instalment in the long-running Swift series arrives in Australia, with a four-model lineup and significant improvements to space, refinement, safety and driveability.

Honda Civic Type R: 13 things you didn’t know
The wait is nearly over for Honda’s hot hatch and its potent performance details are starting to trickle out ahead of its arrival later this year. Here’s the low-down