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.

2018 Peugeot 308 update revealed
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2018 Peugeot 308 update revealed

Peugeot sticks with rad two-tone paint job for 2018 308 GTi

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Kia Stonic: new compact SUV named and previewed, but not for Oz

Kia has christened its upcoming compact SUV the Stonic, ahead of a global rollout later this year. However, it’s not destined for the Australian market

Tesla Model Y medium SUV teased
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Tesla Model Y medium SUV teased

An all-electric crossover has been teased by the American EV manufacturer Tesla as its second SUV model

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2017 Audi TT RS quick review

Audi’s TT range has a new flagship, with the gorgeous sports coupe treated to a full RS makeover

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2017 Suzuki Swift price and features

All-new Suzuki Swift enters showrooms with more tech, new turbo engine and extra refinement

2017 Mazda 6 Atenza 2.2-litre sedan quick review
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2017 Mazda 6 Atenza 2.2-litre sedan quick review

The flagship variant of Mazda’s attractively-styled medium sedan is packed with technology and European-rivalling premium trim.

2018 Hyundai Kona breaks cover in thinly veiled teasers
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2018 Hyundai Kona breaks cover in thinly veiled teasers

Hyundai’s compact Kona SUV is outed in a set of all-too-revealing teaser images

Australia’s best-value cars Large SUV/4WD
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Australia’s best-value cars: Large SUV/4WD

Looking for a value-packed family-sized SUV? We take a look at the sharper offering sin the segment: the Kia Sportage, Hyundai Santa Fe and Mitsubishi Pajero Sport

2017 Lexus LC500 and LC500h hybrid arrive with identical $190K pricetags
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2017 Lexus LC500 and LC500h hybrid arrive with identical $190K pricetags

Striking Lexus coupe duo arrive in Oz with high-revving V8 power and electric-assisted efficiency – and no matter which one you choose, the price of entry will be the same.

2017 Volvo S90 T6 R-Design arrives in Australia
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2017 Volvo S90 T6 R-Design arrives in Australia

Volvo has added an R-Design variant to the top of its S90 flagship sedan range.

May 2017 car sales – Winners and Losers
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May 2017 car sales – Winners and Losers

These are the brands and segments that made big gains or losses in the new car market in May.

2017 Toyota Yaris SX quick review
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2017 Toyota Yaris SX quick review

The Toyota Yaris is one of the most popular light cars in Australia, with the Yaris SX arguably offering the best value in terms and equipment.

Top 10 best-selling cars May 2017
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Top 10 best-selling cars May 2017

Here are Australia’s most popular new cars for May

Australia’s best-value cars: Small cars over $24,000
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Australia’s best-value cars: Small cars over $24,000

The small car category is one the most competitive and cars beyond $24,000 offer good value in terms of equipment levels, resale value and more efficient engines including turbo diesels.

headlamp globe replacement
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How to tell when your globes are blown – and how to fix them

It’s a pain when the light in your bathroom gets unexpectedly snuffed out, but it can be downright dangerous if the various lamps on your car quit shining bright.

Tesla Model X Top Five: Most Fuel Efficient Cars on sale in Australia
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Top Five: Most Fuel Efficient Cars on sale in Australia

The world is now fueled by technology – you might be surprised by the figures of the five most fuel efficient cars on sale right now.

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Toyota trademarks TJ Cruiser badge for possible FT 4X-based SUV

Toyota trademarks TJ Cruiser badge for possible FT 4X-based SUV

2017 Renault Megane range expands with wagon and sedan
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2017 Renault Megane range expands with wagon and sedan

Renault has grown its Megane range with an all-new wagon and sedan joining the hatch which arrived last year.

Whichcar Fast Facts: Maserati
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Maserati – History, Trivia & Fast Facts

The engineering-obsessed Maserati brothers started life making spark plugs before igniting a legacy of famous racing cars and alluring road models

2017 Mercedes-Benz GLA facelift pricing and features
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2017 Mercedes-Benz GLA facelift pricing and features

Benz’s baby SUV receives a bolder look and new equipment for a small premium over the model it replaces

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What to do if you are caught speeding

Handy tips and tricks to help avoid those pesky fines

2017 Holden Astra sedan pricing and features
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2017 Holden Astra sedan pricing and features

The all-new Astra sedan will be cheaper than its hatchback brother from another mother.

2017 Infiniti Q50 Red Sport quick review
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2017 Infiniti Q50 Red Sport quick review

Infiniti, Nissan’s luxury brand, has injected a bit of Godzilla’s DNA into its BMW 3 Series fighter

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Gauges explained

Information is power and understanding what your car is trying to tell you through its gauges can halt trouble before it halts you