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.

Porsche badges being made
Car Style

How the Porsche badge is made

Everything on a Porsche is meticulously assembled, even its iconic crest. We look at the one item on every Porsche that’s still decidedly old tech.

Audi A3 Sportback
Reviews

2017 Audi A3 Sportback 1.0 TFSI Quick Review

This is the first time Audi’s A3 small hatch has been equipped with a three-cylinder engine – is it any good?

Chevrolet Spark
News

CUVs set to challenge SUVs for market dominance

The emerging CUV market could soon overtake traditional passenger cars for popularity.

Subaru Liberty
Advice

Australia’s Best Value Medium Cars 2016

We guide you through the medium cars on sale in Australia that should cost you the least to own over three years.

Alfa Romeo Stelvio
News

2016 LA Motor Show: Alfa Romeo Stelvio revealed

Italian luxury marque Alfa Romeo will dip its toes into the SUV segment, with the just-revealed Stelvio SUV set to launch locally by the end of next year.

Lexus RC F
News

2017 Lexus GS F and RC F gain Adaptive Variable Suspension

Lexus’s high-performance sports sedan and coupe gain high-tech suspension with 30 electronic damper settings.

Stylish cars 2016
Car Style

12 most stylish cars

We take a look at Australia’s 12 most stylish cars ahead of WhichCar’s Style Awards.

2016 Toyota LandCruiser Prado vs Land Rover Discovery  vs Ford Everest review
Reviews

2016 Toyota LandCruiser Prado vs Land Rover Discovery vs Ford Everest review

Which of these higher-grade 4×4 SUVs offer more bang for your $70,000-plus bucks? Introducing the Toyota LandCruiser Prado, Land Rover Discovery and Ford Everest.

2017 Mazda CX-5
News

2017 Mazda CX-5 aims to maintain SUV sales crown

Prices could creep up, but Mazda believes its second generation CX-5 SUV will continue to be a popular choice.

2017 Mitsubishi ASX
News

2017 Mitsubishi ASX revealed

Mitsubishi has made minor changes to its popular small SUV to smooth out some of its wrinkles.

2017 Audi A3
News

2017 Audi A3 and S3 range updated

Audi Australia rejigs is volume-selling hatchback for 2017, with a slight price rise offset by fatter equipment lists and new powertrains.

Advice

Halogen, Xenon, LEDs and Laser headlights explained

Let us help you shed some light on halogens, HID/Xenons, LED and Laser headlights and how the technology differs.

BMW 440i
Reviews

2016 BMW 440i Gran Coupe Quick Review

The four-door BMW 4 Series Grand Coupe is a surprise package of practicality and prestige.

Kia Sportage
Advice

Australia’s Best Value SUVs 2016

SUVs are Australia’s favourite style of car, but generally, they don’t come cheap. We take a look at the five SUV segments in the Australian car industry and share the best value options.

Jeep Grand Cherokee
Reviews

2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk Quick Review

The Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk will hit local showrooms next year, but what happens when you bolt a slew of off-road gear onto Jeep’s popular large SUV? Do the gains in bush-bashing capability lead to a compromise in performance on the blacktop?

Manual transmission
Advice

Top 5 manual cars on sale in Australia

Manual transmissions aren’t dead yet, and we found proof in five sports cars on sale today.

Kia Cerato
Advice

Best Value Small Cars 2016

If you’re looking for a new car on a small budget, then you might need to go small. Using the research done by our friends at Wheels for the 2016 Gold Star Value Awards we’ve taken a look at Australia’s best value small cars for this year.

Jaguar F-Pace R-Sport
Reviews

2017 Jaguar F-Pace R-Sport 20d Quick Review

Jaguar has entered the fast-growing and lucrative corner of Australia’s new-car market with a diesel-engined mid-size SUV – the Jaguar F-Pace.

Mercedes-Benz E350e
News

2017 Mercedes-Benz E350e and E43 bulk-up E-Class range

Mercedes-Benz has announced pricing for the new hybrid and AMG models of its luxury E-Class sedan – The Mercedes-Benz E350e and the Mercedes-AMG E43.

Mazda MX-5 RF
News

2017 Mazda MX-5 RF to cost $4000 more than soft-top

Folding targa-topped version of Mazda’s strong-sellling MX-5 will carry a decent price premium over the Roadster.

Reviews

2016 Holden Astra R vs Subaru Impreza 2.0i-L vs Ford Focus Trend review

Newcomers to the sporty small car segment take on the establishment to see who does it best.

Mazda 3 and Honda Civic
Reviews

Honda Civic VTi vs Mazda 3 Neo comparison review

We compare two of the most popular mid-priced small sedans on the Australian market, the Mazda 3 and Honda Civic.

Suzuki Baleno GLX Turbo
Reviews

2017 Suzuki Baleno GLX Turbo Quick Review

Suzuki’s small city car offering, the Baleno, offers great value from its three-cylinder engine and an excellent infotainment package too.

Porsche Panamera price
News

2017 Porsche Panamera range-starters jump in price, spec and performance

The entry points to the second-generation Porsche Panamera sports sedan have been revealed with increases in price, equipment, performance and efficiency.