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 Mercedes-Benz E350e and E43 bulk-up E-Class range
Mercedes-Benz has announced pricing for the new hybrid and AMG models of its luxury E-Class sedan – The Mercedes-Benz E350e and the Mercedes-AMG E43.
2017 Mazda MX-5 RF to cost $4000 more than soft-top
Folding targa-topped version of Mazda’s strong-sellling MX-5 will carry a decent price premium over the Roadster.
2016 Holden Astra R vs Subaru Impreza 2.0i-L vs Ford Focus Trend review
Newcomers to the sporty small car segment take on the establishment to see who does it best.
Honda Civic VTi vs Mazda 3 Neo comparison review
We compare two of the most popular mid-priced small sedans on the Australian market, the Mazda 3 and Honda Civic.
2017 Suzuki Baleno GLX Turbo Quick Review
Suzuki’s small city car offering, the Baleno, offers great value from its three-cylinder engine and an excellent infotainment package too.
2017 Porsche Panamera range-starters jump in price, spec and performance
The entry points to the second-generation Porsche Panamera sports sedan have been revealed with increases in price, equipment, performance and efficiency.
2018 Holden Commodore shows some LED in Opel calendar
The shape of Holden’s flagship to come has been partially revealed
Driverless cars need legal framework, says National Transport Commission
The dream of catching up with soapies or historical romances while driving the kids to school is still a long way off for Australia.
2017 Volkswagen Golf facelift quick guide
A significantly updated version of the Volkswagen Golf will make it the most sophisticated model in the small-car class from mid 2017.
2017 Holden Astra: 9 things you didn’t know
Want to know more about the all-new Holden Astra? We talk you through 9 things you didn’t know about Holden’s hatchback.
2017 Holden Astra R Quick Review
The Holden Astra is back once again, and we’ve just come back from a quick spin in its impressive new base model.
Skoda eyes standard five-year warranty
Five-year warranty could be on its way at Skoda.
Car camouflage: How carmakers hide prototypes explained
Car manufacturers go to great lengths to hide the aesthetic details of their prototypes before revealing them to the world, as this BMW video shows.
Five most powerful three-cylinder cars
Tiny turbos provide good power and fuel economy, here are three of the most powerful on the Australian market.
Android Auto launches handset-only mode
You no longer need a compatible infotainment system if you want to use Android Auto in your car.
2017 Renault Megane GT Quick Review
The Renault Megane GT is a no-nonsense sporty hatch that’s surprisingly quick.
2017 Range Rover Evoque Convertible: 7 things you didn’t know
Range Rover has thrust itself into the sparsely-populated niche of roofless SUVs with the Evoque Convertible – here are a few interesting factoids about what makes the topless luxury softroader so unique.
Can you learn to drive online?
A new website dedicated to supporting parents teaching kids to drive offers 200 online tutorials in a bid to create safer drivers.
Top five best US-built cars in Australia
We take a look at the best five cars in Australia to make their way from the United States of America.
Hyundai Tucson and Mitsubishi ASX lead list of rising stars
If the VFACTS car sales figures were the share market, you’d be glad you invested in these nameplates.
2016 Jaguar XE S Quick Review
The cat’s whiskers of the Jaguar XE range is the XE S, a supercharged V6-engined version of the small luxury sedan that’s the most agile one yet to wear the leaper’s badge. Priced from $105,066, it’s the most driver-focussed model in the range.
Tesla flags end to free supercharging
Electric car owners will soon be asked to pay for repeat visits to Tesla’s Supercharger top-up charging stations.
2017 Holden Astra earns 5-star ANCAP rating – but not the base model
The entry-level Holden Astra R misses out on an ANCAP crash safety rating, but that doesn’t necessarily mean it’s unsafe.
2017 BMW M760Li xDrive coming to Australia
A twin-turbo V12-engined hyper-limo will be coming Down Under, BMW has confirmed, but wearing an eye-watering price tag.
