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.
Thailand replaces Japan as Australia’s biggest car importer
July’s new-car sales made history as Thailand replaces Japan as Australia’s biggest source of imports.
2016 Toyota RAV4 Cruiser AWD Petrol Quick Review
Good looks and extra space a bonus for original cross-over SUV.
Car buyer’s guide – is now the best time to buy a medium premium car?
In a new WhichCar series, we reveal upcoming updates or major changes for Australia’s most popular vehicles.
Holden Colorado: 14 things you didn’t know
It looks a lot like the old Colorado, but this new 2017 model has big differences under the skin – and all for the better.
Revealed: Where your new car comes from
Your shiny new ride probably won’t come from the country the badge represents.
2017 BMW 2 Series range announced – updated engines, increased prices
BMW Australia has tweaked the engine lineup for its 2 Series range, with its entry-level coupe and convertible scoring more efficient and more powerful motors for the 2017 model year – at the expense of a slight increase in retail price.
Ford Mondeo v Holden Calais v Mazda 6 v Subaru Liberty v VW Passat: Which mid-size sedan should I buy?
They may not be the most fashionable cars on the market, but Australians still buy medium-to-large sized sedans (and sometimes wagons) in significant numbers.
Subaru Outback 2.0 Diesel Premium Quick Review
It’s easy to understand why many Subaru Outback owners trade them in for new ones.
2017 Holden Colorado Z71 Quick Review
We drive the Chevy-nosed Holden Colorado to see if can challenge it’s popular rivals.
Subaru Outback vs Skoda Scout comparison review
Subaru takes on Skoda in this battle of all-wheel-drive turbo-diesel engine wagons.
Ford Ranger XLS Special Edition announced
Ford hopes $5k worth of extras for $2500 premium will tow Ranger to the top of the 4×4 charts.
2017 Range Rover Sport – four cylinder diesel joins the range
The Range Rover Sport gets a new twin-turbo four-cylinder entry model, along with a significant technology update for 2017.
2016 Audi RS 6 Avant Performance Quick Review
Audi’s hot wagon gets even more grunt for an incredible combination of performance and practicality.
Finding a suitable Uber car
Thinking of becoming a freelance chauffeur and jumping on the non-Taxi-taxi bandwagon? We throw a few options your way.
Nissan X-Trail ST 4WD Quick Review
Drivers are spoilt for choice with Nissan’s medium SUV offering. The X-Trail is available in twelve variations, including 2WD or 4WD, five or seven seater, petrol or diesel and with the choice of a manual or Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT).
2017 BMW i3 update brings more range, higher price tag
Two new models have been added to BMW’s i3 small car family, with high-capacity battery tech seeing maximum range improve by 63 percent compared to existing models. With both of the newcomers sporting a $2000 premium over the standard i3s they’re based upon, is BMW’s pintsized eco hatch finally a sharp buy?
Nissan X-Trail ST 4WD: 10 things you didn’t know
Nissan’s mid-size SUV is a worthy contender to the Mazda CX-5 and Toyota RAV4. Here’s a handful of facts and figures about the Qashqai.
GM’s rear seat reminder is aimed at saving children’s lives
Sometimes it’s easy to forget to check back seats before you get out of a car. GM wants to fix that.
Top five exciting cars still to come in 2016
With less than half of the year left to go, what’s coming down the new car pipeline that has the WhichCar team excited?
2016 Mazda BT-50 Freestyle XTR Quick Review
The Mazda BT-50 Freestyle XTR provides good value against its big-selling competitors.
Audi communicates with traffic lights
Audi has unveiled a new technology in the states that could save us all a lot of frustration at the traffic lights.
2017 Subaru BRZ updates announced
Styling, comfort and performance tweaks for Subaru’s updated BRZ.
Infiniti reveals revolutionary new fuel-sipping engine
Infiniti’s new powerplant can be a big engine when you need it and a little one when you don’t.
Ford Focus RS v VW Golf R v Audi RS3 v Mercedes-AMG A45 v Peugeot 308 GTi: Which hot hatch should I buy?
Looking for a performance car bargain, with five seats and a decent boot? Step this way.
