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.
Almost half of Victorians admitted to speeding last year
The offence is to blame for a third of road deaths state-wide
Tesla full self-driving technology under fire as video seems to show it failing to detect child-sized object
A pair of testing videos have been released in recent days, showing Tesla vehicles failing to stop for child-sized objects
Holden ZB Commodore recalled
General Motors has issued a recall for most examples of the German-made Holden Commodore
Subaru recalls nearly 80,000 vehicles in Australia
The brand has issued a recall for 78,617 examples of the Impreza, XV, Liberty, Outback, WRX and Levorg due to a manufacturing issue
Ampol launches first of 120 electric vehicle fast chargers
The petroleum company is beginning to support electric vehicles, with the first of 120 fast-chargers officially launched, ahead of a national roll out by the end of 2023
2019 Mercedes-Benz A Class recalled in Australia
Models affected could be under or over filled with transmission fluid, potentially leading to big issues
Maserati offers extended warranty on powertrain for cars up to 10 years’ old
Carmaker introduces the new Extra10 Warranty Program
Volvo ‘one of Australia’s best places to work’ says 2022 survey
It was the only manufacturer to be recognised this year
Inflation and fuel prices leading many Australians to drive less, study finds
New research has found one-third of Australians are driving less, while one in four are now considering hybrid or all-electric vehicles
VFACTS July 2022: Market up, Toyota dominates with strong HiLux and RAV4 sales
The Australian new car market has recovered from a rough June, but it’s not clear sailing yet
Jaguar Land Rover Australia gets new Managing Director
Penny Ferguson joins Jaguar Land Rover from global hard luxury retailers Tiffany & Co. and Paspaley
VicRoads to make L and P Plate testing free
New drivers in Victoria to gain free L and P Plate testing plus other monetary concessions
Automotive trade sector facing ‘unprecedented’ skill shortage – calls for Albo to tackle it at Jobs Summit
Australia’s automotive sector is facing a shortage of roughly 33,000 skilled professionals
Apple CarPlay upgrade complete for Polestar and Volvo in Australia
Not only will Volvo and Polestar owners finally get CarPlay this month, but both marques will offer the next generation when it launches next year
Victoria Police targeting dangerous and distracted drivers this weekend after spike in road deaths
Cops make plea to drivers heading out this weekend following tragedies
Federal Government brings forward fuel quality legislation
Previous Government announced plan to bring forward the 10ppm sulphur limit to 2024 instead of 2027, Albanese administration puts it in motion
Why Channel 10’s Hunted chose the MG HS as its pursuit vehicle
The UK reality show has proven popular Down Under, but there’s one obvious difference for car fans
2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross review: Exceed AWD
Now that the Eclipse Cross is longer than when it launched, is it a smart practical buy?
Configure it out: BMW M3 Touring configurator goes live
Interior options are off limits for now it seems, but there’s a wealth of BMW Individual colours on offer for the new M3 Touring hero hauler
Queensland drivers caught running a red 30,000 times last year
Safety call made as list of top spots for going through a red light is revealed
Fuel firms ‘refusing to pass on savings’ in Queensland as prices drop nationwide
There’s finally been some relief for motorists at the bowser, but not everyone is feeling it…
Herbert Diess resigns as Volkswagen Group CEO
Porsche boss Oliver Blume to succeed him
AutoNexus chosen to prep and deliver Polestar cars in Australia
The fulfilment company also takes care of other car companies’ needs locally
Tesla facing lawsuit for allegedly painting over structural cracks
A Tesla Model 3 owner has taken the company to court in Germany, claiming it painted over underbody cracks
