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.

News

Interview with Justin Hocevar on Ineos and the Grenadier

Former Renault Australia boss Justin Hocevar takes on his greatest challenge yet – introducing unorthodox challenger brand Ineos and the Grenadier

Advice

How long do tyres last?

So many factors impact on the life of your car’s tyres. As David Morley explains though, look after your tyres and they’ll look after you.

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Advice

Tyre pressure monitoring: The important safety feature your new car might not have

There are still quite a few models in the new-car market without active tyre-pressure monitoring. Here’s why you should keep on top of it.

News

Peugeot e-2008 electric SUV coming to Australia through private importer, priced around $50,000

An Australian startup will import the Peugeot e-2008 electric car with a more affordable price tag

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EV Council: Mazda Europe chief’s comments on ‘forced’ battery EV focus are misleading

Australia’s EV Council has hit back at the Mazda Europe CEO’s tough criticism of regulators that suggested carmakers have been forced to focus on battery-electric cars at the expense of all alternatives

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2023 Kia Sportage pricing and features

The latest Australian pricing and details on Kia’s popular Sportage medium SUV

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Mitsubishi adds vehicle-to-grid EV charging to Australian HQ

Mitsubishi has become the first automaker in Australia to adopt V2G bidirectional chargers at its Adelaide HQ using its PHEVs

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Electric-only Volkswagen Golf looking likely, but it won’t replace the ID.3

Despite the VW ID.3 electric hatch, the next Mk9 Golf will be sold alongside it with a battery-electric powertrain option.

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News

An Offer they couldn’t refuse: Volvo poaches Arrival’s design boss

Volvo has poached a design head from embattled startup Arrival as it goes all-in on EVs

Reviews

2023 Mitsubishi eK X electric review: Is this the EV Mitsubishi needs in Australia?

Is the time ripe for Mitsubishi to have another crack at an all-electric microcar in Australia?

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VFACTS January 2023: Sales starting strong, Tesla Model 3 a top seller

Tesla’s Model 3 fires again, and Mazda has a big win with an unexpected champion in January

Reviews

2023 Polestar 2 review: Do you need the Performance pack?

We’ve driven a good slice of Polestar 2s, but this is the first Dual Motor version without the $8K Performance pack, and it’s great

News

NRMA rescuing electric cars with charger-equipped vans

The NRMA is adding EV charging equipment to its roadside assistance vans, as demand for electric cars grow

News

Revealing refreshed WhichCar.com.au homepages and navigation

Following the successful launch of the completely overhauled WhichCar website in 2021, we’re proudly revealing fresh new optimisations and making it easier to find the content you need and want

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Mazda CX-9 could continue alongside bigger, pricier CX-90

If CX-9 sales remain buoyant, its appeal as an affordable large SUV alternative to the more premium CX-90 may extend its future well beyond 2023

Comparisons

Best Medium SUV 2023: Family Car Comparison

Thinking of buying a new mid-size SUV this year? We test eight of the best and most popular contenders to see where you should spend your money

News

VW Group appoints new Volkswagen brand design boss

The German brand will have a new design boss, but reports suggest internal design disagreements with the VW CEO led to the move

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Advice

What sort of shoes should I wear while driving?

Many say that driving in heels, thongs or barefoot is no challenge for them, but are they right?

News

BYD may launch first sodium-ion battery electric car in 2023

The first mass produced sodium-ion battery EV could come from BYD’s new EV city car next year

News

Tesla Model 3 and Model Y get new dash buttons, courtesy of a clever teen

A Norwegian developer aims to address a significant complaint for many owners: the lack of dash buttons

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Akio Toyoda steps down as Toyota CEO; succeeded by Lexus boss

Akio Toyoda has stepped down from Japanese car-making giant Toyota as CEO, taking on a position as chairman of the board

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Jeep PHEVs allegedly disable EV-only mode in the cold

A law firm is investigating Jeep PHEVs that don’t operate as PHEVs in cold climates

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2023 Kia EV6 Australian pricing and features

Sporty new EV6 GT variant usurps the flagship position for Kia

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2023 Kia EV9 confirmed for Australia, expected H2 arrival

Kia Australia quietly confirms EV9 for Australia; pricing, features (and what it looks like) still to come