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.
2017 Mini Cooper S to gain JCW tuning options
A John Cooper Works aftermarket tuning kit provides more stop and go for Cooper S hatches and convertibles.
NT’s open speed limit trial officially over
A 130km/h speed limit now applies along stretches of road that once gave drivers the chance to set their own pace
Sydney motorists slugged in latest fuel price check
A government mandate on ethanol in fuel is forcing NSW drivers to pay more for their fuel, consumer watchdog says.
Holden’s future: International cars that may come to Australia
In part three of our look at how Holden is reinventing itself, we look at the cars not yet confirmed for Australia.
Volkswagen Amarok V6 Ultimate Quick Review
More power and extra gear are the highlights of an update to the impressive 2017 Volkswagen Amarok ute.
2017 Volkswagen Amarok V6: 18 things you didn’t know
The Volkswagen Amarok V6 TDI brings a revised interior and fresh face, but no updates to the sheetmetal. Here’s 18 things about the popular ute you didn’t know.
2017 Toyota C-HR – 8 things you didn’t know
Here’s some things you didn’t know about Toyota’s belated entry into the small-SUV market – the Toyota CH-R.
2017 Toyota C-HR Quick Review
Toyota has finally dumped the beige to produce an aggressively styled crossover – the Toyota C-HR
2017 Lexus IS Quick Review
The Japanese premium brand’s staple sedan – the Lexus IS – has been updated to make it smoother, smarter, sexier and safer.
‘Flight mode’ for phones in cars proposed
The US road safety watchdog calls on smartphone makers to lock down devices while drivers are behind the wheel.
2017 LDV T60 Ute revealed
Chinese manufacturer LDV debuts the LDV T60 Ute ahead of its Australian release.
2017 Holden Barina facelifted and upgraded
The 2017 Holden Barina has a new look and extra equipment to fit in with Holden’s changing line up.
2017 Volkswagen Amarok could finally get rear airbags
Safety oversight on the agenda as Volkswagen looks to improve the appeal of its ute.
2017 Volkswagen Amarok designed, engineered for Australia, just not in Australia
Australia is a key market for the Amarok ute, but Volkswagen has no plans for local testing and development of the next one.
2016 Renault Koleos review video
Say hello to the Renault Koleos, an SUV with French flair.
Carmakers’ performance sub-brands explained
We look at the brands behind the big car manufacturers’ high-performance performance models
What Tesla Autopilot sees
If you’re still not convinced about self-driving cars this video might change your outlook.
2017 Suzuki S-Cross Turbo heralds big changes for small SUV
The Suzuki S-Cross Turbo little high-rider gets equipment and performance boost as the Japanese brand introduces a new single model for the three-year-old compact SUV.
2017 Skoda Kodiaq: 8 things you didn’t know
Want to know more about the all-new Skoda Kodiaq? We talk you through 8 things you didn’t know about Skoda’s seven-seat SUV.
2017 Skoda Kodiaq Quick Review
Skoda’s first full-sized SUV offers three row, seven seat seating and all-wheel drive as standard, and will be offered with both petrol and diesel engines in Australia.
10 ways to protect the resale value of your new car
We present the best advice for car buyers and the 10 best new cars for resale value.
Holden’s future: The cars yet to come
In part two of our look at how Holden is reinventing itself we look at the new cars just around the corner.
2017 Lexus IS sedan upgrade
Lexus has facelifted its popular IS sedan range to bring it more in line with the RC coupe.
2017 Hyundai Elantra Active Quick Review
A sedan version of the Hyundai i30 sounds good on paper, and makes a decent case for itself in practice.
