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.

2018 BMW 1 Series
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2018 BMW 1 Series update coming September

2018 BMW 1 Series gets mild styling tweaks and iDrive update in quarter three

Hyundai Kona small SUV leaked
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Hyundai Kona small SUV leaked

Overt images of Hyundai’s newest compact SUV reveal first full view of imminent Kona

Honda CR-V vs Subaru Forester – Which Car Should I Buy?
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Honda CR-V vs Subaru Forester – Which Car Should I Buy?

Sarah wants a comfortable SUV with decent luggage space, but without the need for off-road ability

Mazda CX-9 vs KIA Sorento vs Toyota Kluger vs Mitsubishi Pajero – Which Car Should I Buy?
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Mazda CX-9 vs KIA Sorento vs Toyota Kluger vs Mitsubishi Pajero – Which Car Should I Buy?

Could the Ford Territory give the Mazda CX-9 a run for its money when considering a city SUV?

Battery failure early warning signs
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Battery failure early warning signs

Is it your battery getting tired or is there something else at fault? Here are some simple signs to look for

Peugeot 308 facelift revealed
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Peugeot 308 facelift revealed

New Peugeot 308 facelift has been revealed with an updated safety suite and under-bonnet offering.

Continental wins 2017 Motor Tyre Test
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Continental wins 2017 Motor Tyre Test

Looking for a new shoes for your performance car? Motor magazine’s gruelling annual assessment of performance tyres has identified a clear winner

Essentials guide to towing
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Essentials guide to towing

We decipher the towing essentials so you can hook it up and drive.

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2017 Honda Civic Hatch price and features

Honda Australia returns a five-door bodystyle to the Civic range with the 10th-generation Honda Civic Hatch.

KIA Sportage vs Mazda CX-5 vs Hyundai Tucson vs Toyota Rav4 – which car should I buy as my first car?
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KIA Sportage vs Mazda CX-5 vs Hyundai Tucson vs Toyota Rav4 – which car should I buy?

There’s no shortage of SUVs available in Australia, but what are your choices if you want to head to the beach and sandy tracks?

Deciphering engine oil codes
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What do engine oil codes mean?

What is engine oil weight? What is a viscosity rating? The options you encounter at a motor consumables store can be information overload. Here’s how to crack the black gold code.

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2017 Mazda 2 price and features

New safety tech as standard with no price rises makes the facelifted Mazda 2 a tasty offering

Do I need nitrogen in my tyres?
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Do I need nitrogen in my tyres?

We’ve been filling tyres with regular air for more than a century so why do some tyre shops claim swapping to nitrogen is worth it?

Honda Civic VTi-S and Skoda Octavia Ambition – which is less costly to run?
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Honda Civic VTi-S and Skoda Octavia Ambition – which is less costly to run?

Which of these cars will be friendlier on the wallet in the long run?

2017 Kia Picanto to gain AEB tech before year’s end
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2017 Kia Picanto to gain AEB tech before year’s end

Kia Australia will add crash-avoiding autonomous emergency braking technology to the smallest member of its family this year, but production delays mean early-build cars will miss out

2017 Subaru Impreza 2.0i-S Quick Review
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2017 Subaru Impreza 2.0i-S Quick Review

We look at the highest-priced model in the Subaru Impreza line-up and ask if it is worth the price of entry

2016 Skoda Superb wagon long-term car review, part two
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2016 Skoda Superb wagon long-term car review, part two

Ged goes bush in the Skoda Superb wagon and discovers some surprising abilities

Ford Escape Video Review
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Ford Escape Video Review

The Escape name is back with Ford releasing the 2017 mid-size SUV, replacing the Kuga

End of Financial Year Deals Guide – from Alfa Romeo to Volvo
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End of Financial Year Deals Guide – from Alfa Romeo to Volvo

You may not have heard a starting gun, but early May triggers a sprint to June 30th as manufacturers and dealers aim to break the tape on financial year targets.

Holden Trailblazer Z71 announced
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Holden Trailblazer Z71 announced

Holden reveals special edition Trailblazer Z71 – a seven-seater off-roader.

2017 Honda CR-V update to include turbo engine, seven-seat option
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2017 Honda CR-V update to include turbo engine, seven-seat option

Honda’s all-new mid-size SUV will add a third row and downsize to a 1.5-litre engine when it arrives in July

Should I join a car club?
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Should I join a car club?

Wondering what the benefits of joining a car club are? Here are a few reasons to look in to it.

9 things you need to know about the Hyundai i30
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9 things you need to know about the Hyundai i30

Here are the nine things you need to know about the new Hyundai i30 which arrived in Australia this week.

2017 Nissan X-Trail
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2017 Nissan X-Trail update – price and features announced

Nissan gives its popular medium SUV a mid-life revamp, with a new diesel engine, more tech and lower pricetags for petrol AWD models.