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.

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Volkswagen Australia to offer limited-number Multivan Edition

Volkswagen’s special Multivan Edition boosts features and value, with just 250 examples on offer

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EXTENDED: Back-issue sale on Wheels, Motor, 4×4 Australia, Street Machine & Unique Cars

It’s time to clear out our stock, so, great news – we’re running a one week flash sale. Hurry though, offer ends 10 October!

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Video: NFS Unbound revealed as new Need For Speed game, pre-orders open

Games company EA has unveiled the new NFS Unbound street-racing game with a new reveal video, and pre-orders are open now

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Tesla Semi: First customer Pepsi will take delivery in December, Musk says

The Cybertruck might be delayed, but the Tesla Semi truck is now expected to hit the road in December – carrying Pepsi deliveries

Advice

How to keep your car’s battery in good health

Not using the car as much? Here’s how to keep your battery in tip top shape

How to write an effective used car sale ad
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How to pay for a used car from a private seller

You’ve found the perfect car, agreed on the ideal price and want to get it in your driveway immediately, but how do you pay for it?

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2023 Toyota GR Yaris on sale, pricing unchanged – 160 cars available

After a suspension of sales caused by supply constraints, the GR Yaris is once again available to order in Australia

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VFACTS September 2022: Supply boost gives car brands bumper month – with Tesla Model Y nabbing a top 10 spot

Almost all the big brands enjoyed greater sales numbers in August after a tough year so far

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Victorian Greens want to end road-user charge, drive EV uptake and revive manufacturing

Ahead of next month’s Victorian state election, the Greens party has announced its proposed EV policy

Advice

What are the cheapest small SUVs?

Looking for an affordable way into one of the most popular car crews? Here’s a round-up of the best value small SUVs on sale today

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2020-2022 Hyundai Venue recalled in Australia

15,080 Hyundai Venues have been recalled in Australia due to defective seatbelt pretensioners

2015 Hyundai Santa Fe Series II review
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2015-2017 Hyundai Santa Fe recalled due to fire risk

Almost 8800 Hyundai Santa Fes are being recalled in Australia due to an increased fire risk from a manufacturing defect

Comparisons

2023 Tesla Model Y vs Tesla Model 3 comparison review

You’ve narrowed down your electric car buying choice to one brand, market-leading Tesla – but are now faced with a decision: Model 3 sedan or a Model Y SUV?

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Tech: BMW adding advanced new Amazon Alexa, and Echo Auto gets an upgrade

“Hey BMW” will soon be powered by Amazon Alexa, and there’s a new version of the little Alexa Echo Auto unit for those who prefer those things

Reviews

2022 GWM Haval H6 Ultra AWD turbo-petrol review

For a low-$40K price point, GWM’s high-spec Chinese challenger offers more space and equipment than your usual midsized-SUV suspects.

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MY22 Volkswagen Arteon and Touareg to receive five-years’ free servicing

Volkswagen Australia announces complimentary five-year service plan for all MY22 Arteons and Touaregs purchased before December 31

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Citroen reveals new logo

French auto brand Citroën has unveiled a new logo, set to appear on new models from the middle of 2023

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VW Gen.Travel: Driverless concept aims to end the short flight

Volkswagen’s latest design concept is driverless, electric and powered by AI

High ULP petrol and diesel prices Australia 2022
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The fuel excise is back, how expensive is petrol going to get?

The federal fuel excise is bouncing up to $0.46/litre this week, but what does that mean for retail prices?

Comparisons

2023 BYD Atto 3 vs MG ZS EV comparison review

Australia’s cheapest electric vehicles go head-to-head – but there’s not much of a fight

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This survey says nearly half of all Aussies want new petrol and diesel cars banned

Research carried out globally by Polestar shows more people are on board than you’d think

Petrol Price Hikes
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AAA says fuel excise should be spent on roads infrastructure

The Australian Automobile Association has called for 100 per cent of fuel excise revenue to be spent on our roads

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BMW: 1000km driving range is plenty for an EV

Although the Bavarian brand says more is possible, it sees no need for EVs to travel further than 1000km on a single charge

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2024 Ford Transit Custom range revealed

Ford has unveiled the next-generation Transit Custom in internal-combustion form