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.
Cool car flicks: Ford v Ferrari
Matt Damon and Christian Bale star in Ford v Ferrari, which tells the story of the 1966 Le Mans race
Leatherette, leather, leather-appointed: What’s the difference?
Cars touted as having leather upholstery mightn’t be what you expect. Here’s how to know you’re getting the real deal
Toyota Camry all-wheel-drive? It’s a thing, but not for Australia
Toyota to introduce all-paw Camry in the US, but despite mechanical similarities, it’s not a starter for Australia
Lexus reveals Apple CarPlay update
Android Auto and Apple CarPlay to become standard on a number of Lexus models, existing owners offered upgrade too
Man guilty of stalking ex-partner via car’s smartphone app
The man created a fake account to control ex-partner’s car via a linked smartphone application
Survey shows Toyota is top pick of Australian new car buyers
New research shows that Toyota has a clear lead over all others when it comes to new car buyer sentiment – and SUVs are the vehicle type they’re chasing.
Teenager designs solution to eliminate blind spots in cars
Teenager creates simple solution to effectively make A-pillars ‘see-through’
2020 Kia Stinger GT review
Does the priciest Stinger variant justify its un-Kia-like cost through its performance and sporty image?
2020 Mitsubishi ASX Exceed review
The range-topping ASX comes with a fresh face, revised interior and punchier 2.4-litre petrol engine
2020 Skoda Octavia revealed
Skoda reveals stylish, tech-laden refresh of its mid-sized sedan and wagon
Rally Australia 2019 cancelled in face of bushfire threat
UPDATED Rally teams furious with Rally Australia organisers after delaying cancellation
Microsoft bundles Forza with Xbox One in $27/month subscription plan
Can’t fork out a lump sum for an Xbox One but still want a Forza fix? A Telstra financing plan brings you a pay-as-you-go solution – and Forza Horizon 4 for free.
Holden sells off historic number plates
Several of Holden’s personalised number plates to feature in ‘Holden Heritage Auction’ later this month
ANOTHER fine for DJR Team Penkse after Bathurst
UPDATED Bathurst winner’s qualifying engine falls foul of rulebook, $30,000 fine issued
Forza Motorsport 7 review
Unfortunately Turn 10 has delayed the next Forza Motorsport title until next year, so does the enduring Forza Motorsport 7 still rate among the myriad racing games on sale today?
Legendary V8s commentator Mike Raymond dead at 76
The voice of Bathurst and the man who brought us V8 Supercar racing as we know it has passed away at 76
LA Auto Show preview 2019: A-Z of every new car that matters
The City of Angels will play host to the world’s auto industry at the LA Auto Show late this month. Here are the releases to look out for
Could Lexus build the first 1000km electric vehicle?
New battery technology will allow the next generation of EVs to travel more than twice as far, but there’s a catch
Second Aussie Takata death linked to BMW airbag
BMW 3 Series from 1997-2000 under urgent recall as new type of Takata airbag explosion is implicated in latest death
2020 Kia Seltos GT Line review
The top-spec Seltos comes with an extensive features list and the latest active safety, but is it worth the $41,990 sticker price?
Why the Bathurst 1000 doesn’t sell cars
Once a formula for sales success, competing in the Bathurst 1000 today isn’t the advertisement it once was
2020 Audi RS7 first drive review
The second-generation RS7 performance sedan under-promises and over-delivers
Didi goes after Uber in battle for Aussie ride-sharing glory
Australia is first English-speaking market for Chinese ride-share giant Didi and it’s pulling out all the stops
BMW M2 coupe keeps rear wheel drive alive
BMW confirms plans to keep the small, powerful rear-drive two-door in the lineup
