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.

2017 Subaru Impreza
News

2017 Subaru Impreza launches into virtual showroom

Happy to buy a car online? Subaru has added its strong-selling Impreza hatch to its online showroom.

Ford Mustang, Audi A4, Honda Civic, Holden Astra
Car Style

2017 WhichCar Style Awards: Meet the finalists

Last year, we asked you to vote for the most stylish cars under $100,000. We’ve tallied up the votes and here are your top four finalists.

couple shopping for a car
Opinion

Buying a car shouldn’t be an emotional purchase

A summer holiday playing spotter for family and friends taught Anna some very important lessons on impulsive purchases.

2017 Subaru Impreza
Reviews

Subaru Impreza 2.0i-L Sedan Quick Review

The mid-spec Subaru Impreza sedan has sharp looks and a good range of driver assistance features as standard.

Advice

What Australian road signs really tell you

There’s a bit more to road signs than just telling you where to go, you just have to know where to look.

Aston Martin V12 engine
Advice

Inside an Aston Martin V12 engine

Ever wondered about what makes a top-shelf sportscar move? We delve deep into the Aston Martin DB11’s greasy bits.

2017 Suzuki Ignis
News

2017 Suzuki Ignis launches with $15,990 starting price

The Suzuki Ignis compact SUV has relaunched in Australia at the same price its predecessor sold for in 2005. Introducing Australia’s cheapest SUV.

News

Lexus RX 7-seater edges closer to production

Lexus is expected to bring out a seven-seat version of its volume-selling RX SUV.

2017 Skoda Superb
Reviews

2017 Skoda Superb 206TSi 4X4 Wagon Quick Review

Skoda’s biggest wagon is roomy and well equipped with an all-wheel-drivetrain that makes it a practical but fine-driving alternative to SUVs.

2017 Maserati Levante
News

2017 Maserati Levante launched in Australia

Maserati’s first-ever SUV arrives with a three-model line-up priced from $139,990.

News

Renault Kangoo gets new petrol turbo engine

Renault has introduced a new, turbo petrol engine into its popular Kangoo small-van family. Who says delivery vans need be boring to drive?

Mazda CX-5
Advice

New cars on sale in Australia: March 2017

March’s car launch calendar sees some enticing sedans and sleek coupes setting foot on Australian soil.

2016 Suzuki Celerio
Advice

Top 5 least powerful cars

These pocket-sized city cars may be short power, but they’re easy on the wallet and with differences in engine note, character, design and packaging, each has its own appeal.

2017 Mercedes-AMG C63 S
Advice

New cars on sale in Australia: January and February 2017

From plug-in SUVs to, well, more SUVs, the next two months will see a multitude of new models roll into Australian showrooms.

News

Takata airbag recall hits 2 million Aussie cars

A massive global recall has been announced in relation to potentially deadly fault with Takata airbags affecting 100 million vehicles

Lexus UX
News

Lexus UX micro-SUV set for Australia

Lexus pushes for the yet-to-be-green-lit Audi Q2 rival to slot beneath the NX premium SUV.

2017 Toyota Yaris facelift
News

2017 Toyota Yaris facelift surfaces, gains AEB

Surprise second makeover sees Japanese supermini gain autonomous braking technology.

BMW Connect
News

BMW Connect app goes live in Australia

BMW has updated its telematics systems with a new app that links your smartphone to your car.

VW tiguan
News

2017 Detroit Motor Show: Top SUVs

The best high-riding SUVs from the first motor show of 2017

Porsche GT3 around Nurburgring
Advice

Why car buyers should care about the Nurburgring

Car companies love to tout that their latest vehicle was developed on the Nurburgring, but what is the Nurburgring, and why is it so important in the world of cars?

2018 Kia Stinger
Advice

2018 Kia Stinger – why it’s so important

Kia sedans are boring, right? So why is the internet losing its mind over this one? We explain why the new Kia Stinger is the Korean carmaker’s most important car in a long time,

Toyota Concept i
News

2017 Detroit Motor Show: Toyota’s self-driving cars ‘years away’

The arrival of cars that can drive themselves won’t be as quick as we think, Toyota’s autonomy expert says.

2018 Cadillac ATS-V
News

Cadillac to offer month-to-month car swap service

If Cadillac’s rethink of car ownerships works, we could soon be switching our cars more often than we do our mobile phones.

2015 BMW X5 M
Reviews

2017 BMW X5 Range Review

The BMW X5 is a luxuriously equipped large SUV with up to seven seats. Most are AWD, you can choose from several excellent engines, and one can also run on electricity.