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.
Volvo XC40 baby SUV spotted testing
Volvo XC40, the Swedish company’s first baby SUV, has been photographed in testing disguised as a high-riding Volvo V40 hatchback.
Ford Mustang available to hire in Sydney and Melbourne
Car rental firm Hertz has pumped up its Adrenaline Collection with some American muscle by adding the new Ford Mustang to its fun-fleet.
Holden Spark awarded 5-star ANCAP rating
The new Holden Spark is the first micro-car to be awarded five stars for safety under the 2016 ANCAP rating criteria.
Google’s Project X self-driving car program now hiring
Google is committing additional engineering and management resources to advance its driverless car technology.
Do speeding fines work?
Stephen Corby tells us what he really thinks about speeding fines.
Australian sales spike for fuel-efficient cars
Australian new-car buyers set a new record in fuel-efficient car sales.
Fuel prices – what to expect for the future?
What’s really about to happen to fuel prices? Samantha Stevens explains.
Aston Martin unveils innovative AM37 speedboat
Aston Martin reveals a techno-packed powerboat at Milan design week.
Holden releases special edition Trax, Colorado and Colorado 7
The Holden Trax, Holden Colorado and Holden Colorado 7 will have special edition versions launched from mid-April.
Police tech will hunt down texting drivers
Police in New York City will soon be using technology that identifies drivers who are sending text messages while behind the wheel.
Jeep prices increase in Australia
Jeep raises prices by up to $8000 across Cherokee, Grand Cherokee and Wrangler models.
Six phone technologies to stop you breaking the law while driving
No one likes getting caught doing the wrong thing. Here are six apps that’ll help you become a safer driver, and avoid those pesky fines.
Mini stray from cars to create micro-apartments
Forget micro-cars, Mini is taking a leap into the micro-living space revealing an all-new concept at Milan’s design week.
Toyota uBox concept designed by university students
A program that allows students to design a car is Toyota’s new approach to market research. The result is a whacky but innovative design called the uBox.
Ferrari California T HS: 9 things you didn’t know
Ferrari sharpens the teeth of its California T with a new version called Handling Speciale. Here are a few things about it that may surprise you.
What do automakers make besides cars?
Planes, trains and houses. We’ve put together a list of some of the weird and wonderful side ventures conducted by car companies, past and present.
Ferrari California T HS Quick Review
Ferrari has upgraded the California T, adding a ‘HS’ or ‘Handling Speciale’ variant intended to offer a sharper driving experience thanks to chassis and exhaust modifications.
Ford plans new HQ to rival Google
Ford is remodelling, but not cars this time. A huge, eco-friendly upgrade is in the works for Ford’s headquarters in Dearborn, USA that takes a leaf from the book of Google and Facebook.
Learning to drive a Mazda BT-50 4×4 off-road on Fraser Island
Car enthusiast and 4×4 beginner Stephen Corby talks us through the learning curve as he goes bush-bashing with the Australian Offroad Academy.
Volvo XC90 hybrid is charged by other cars
A cheeky video by Volvo to launch the new XC90 T8 plug-in hybrid SUV in the US.
2008-2016 Volkswagen Tiguan Review
The Tiguan is a small-medium SUV from Volkswagen that drives beautifully and offers a choice of three great engines. This review covers Tiguans on sale prior to September 2016.
Porsche Boxster: 10 things you didn’t know
What secrets does Porsche’s iconic drop top hold? Here are ten you haven’t heard before.
Porsche 718 Boxster Quick Review
Porsche’s Boxster looks sleeker than ever, delivers better economy and stacks more performance, and the prices have remained competitive. Where’s the catch?
Ford Fiesta ST update due in September
Ford’s award winning hot hatch has scored new equipment and styling upgrades, but also a hike in price
