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.
Illegal parkers face paying ‘Barnacle’ bill
Parking officers have a new way to stick it to motorists and deter them from parking in no-go zones.
Lego Ford GT40/GT set added to Speed Champions range
Lego has added Ford’s historic Le Mans-winning supercars to its Speed Champions range.
2017 Ford Fiesta revealed | WhichCar
First details drop on Ford’s new Fiesta city hatchback range – including a version of the car that can run on just two cylinders.
2017 Toyota Mirai Quick Review
Toyota had brought the Mirai to Australia to spark discussion about hydrogen powered cars. So what’s it like to drive?
2017 Audi Q5 Quick Review
Second generation of Audi’s best-selling Q5 SUV crossover is set to answer the challenge from Mercedes’ new GLC, Jaguar’s F-Pace and the Porsche Macan.
2016 Toyota Mirai: 12 things you didn’t know
Here’s a dozen things about the hydrogen-fuelled Toyota Mirai that surprised us.
2017 Ford Escape up to $900 cheaper than Kuga
New name, different model line-up and more features characterise the update to Ford’s mid-size SUV.
2017 Volkswagen CC previewed via ‘Arteon’ concept
2017 Geneva Motor Show reveal for the third-generation of the Volkswagen CC four-door coupe for the masses.
Skoda Octavia RS230: 7 things you didn’t know
We provide a septet of specifics about the newest and fastest Octavia variant – the Skoda Octavia RS230.
2016 Skoda Octavia RS230 Quick Review
A bit more power, a clever differential and extra features make the Skoda’s Octavia RS230 a fitting flagship.
2017 Mini Cooper S to gain JCW tuning options
A John Cooper Works aftermarket tuning kit provides more stop and go for Cooper S hatches and convertibles.
NT’s open speed limit trial officially over
A 130km/h speed limit now applies along stretches of road that once gave drivers the chance to set their own pace
Sydney motorists slugged in latest fuel price check
A government mandate on ethanol in fuel is forcing NSW drivers to pay more for their fuel, consumer watchdog says.
Holden’s future: International cars that may come to Australia
In part three of our look at how Holden is reinventing itself, we look at the cars not yet confirmed for Australia.
Volkswagen Amarok V6 Ultimate Quick Review
More power and extra gear are the highlights of an update to the impressive 2017 Volkswagen Amarok ute.
2017 Volkswagen Amarok V6: 18 things you didn’t know
The Volkswagen Amarok V6 TDI brings a revised interior and fresh face, but no updates to the sheetmetal. Here’s 18 things about the popular ute you didn’t know.
2017 Toyota C-HR – 8 things you didn’t know
Here’s some things you didn’t know about Toyota’s belated entry into the small-SUV market – the Toyota CH-R.
2017 Toyota C-HR Quick Review
Toyota has finally dumped the beige to produce an aggressively styled crossover – the Toyota C-HR
2017 Lexus IS Quick Review
The Japanese premium brand’s staple sedan – the Lexus IS – has been updated to make it smoother, smarter, sexier and safer.
‘Flight mode’ for phones in cars proposed
The US road safety watchdog calls on smartphone makers to lock down devices while drivers are behind the wheel.
2017 LDV T60 Ute revealed
Chinese manufacturer LDV debuts the LDV T60 Ute ahead of its Australian release.
2017 Holden Barina facelifted and upgraded
The 2017 Holden Barina has a new look and extra equipment to fit in with Holden’s changing line up.
2017 Volkswagen Amarok could finally get rear airbags
Safety oversight on the agenda as Volkswagen looks to improve the appeal of its ute.
2017 Volkswagen Amarok designed, engineered for Australia, just not in Australia
Australia is a key market for the Amarok ute, but Volkswagen has no plans for local testing and development of the next one.
