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.

Reviews

Honda HR-V Quick Review

The Honda HR-V is Honda’s entry in the compact SUV boom.

Volvo XC40 concept
News

Volvo XC40 SUV and 40-series sedan previewed by concepts

Two concept cars point the way forward for Volvo’s compact SUV and sedan.

rain-sensing wipers
Advice

How rain-sensing windscreen wipers work

Part Star Trek and part geek-tech, auto wipers are coming to a car near you soon

Mazda CX-9 driving off boat
News

Mazda CX-9 leads way on active safety

Active safety will be front and centre when Mazda’s large SUV contender hits the streets

BMW M240i
News

BMW M140i and M240i herald faster, more frugal compacts

More from less is the promise of BMW’s new engine

Reviews

McLaren 540C Quick Review

We drive the cheapest McLaren ever offered in Australia.

Valve Cap on car wheel
Advice

Why do I need valve caps?

Ever thought of ditching the valve caps on your tyres? We don’t blame you. They’re dirty, fiddly and annoying. They’re also crucial.

Advice

Children left too long in infant capsules are at risk

New research suggests travelling with a child in an infant seat for too long can be deadly.

Aston Martin Vanquish car art
Car Style

Aston Martin creates leather Vanquish in true Art Attack style

Remember Art Attack? Aston Martin clearly does. It seems the British TV program may have inspired the luxury carmaker to create its own huge artwork, in the middle of its UK headquarters.

Reviews

Honda HR-V: 7 things you didn’t know

There are a few hidden treasures in Honda’s HR-V that you might have missed.

Mercedes-Benz Bluetec Hybrid
News

Mercedes hints at eco car sub-brand

Audi has etron, and BMW has i. Now Mercedes wants in on the eco-car branding boom.

Reviews

Honda HR-V Video Review

Honda has rushed to the kitchen for a slice of the growing compact SUV pie with the introduction of the new HR-V.

News

Nissan Navara and Mitsubishi Triton to share platform

Nissan’s Navara and Mitsubishi’s Triton utes are set to become twins-under-the-skin following the former’s $3 billion investment in the latter.

Volvo XC40 design
News

Volvo confirmed V40 and XC40 teased via Snapchat

OMG, Volvo has used Emojis and Snapchat to tease the V40 and XC40, hinting there will be more glimpses over the next few weeks before we get to see the cars IRL.

Toyota FJ Cruiser
Opinion

Toyota FJ Cruiser bitter sweet farewell

Toyota announced this week that its FJ Cruiser – a retro-styled off-roader that harkens back to the original FJ40 – will end production in August. It’s been on sale here since 2011, where it’s attracted a loyal following. Are we sad to see it go? Anna Kantilaftas and Barry Park argue the toss.

News

Tesla Model S crashes itself, owner and Tesla play the blame game

Tesla Model S owner blames carmaker. Tesla blames car-owner. But who’s really to blame?

Reviews

Citroen C4 Cactus Video Review

X-Factor is what the Citroen Cactus is all about. It’s as quirky and French as cars get. But is it all novelty value or is there substance beneath the charm? Let’s find out.

Suzuki Alto
Car Style

Micro cars we can buy in Australia, and those we can’t

There’s nothing we love more than day dreaming, so with the exodus of some micro cars from the Australian new car market, we decided to take a look at five of the teeny tiny cars we can’t get in Australia, but wish we could!

News

Abarth 595 range gets racier update

It’s only a week since we drove a new, cheaper version of the Abarth 595 on local roads, yet a fresh update for the sportier version of the Fiat 500 has just been released in Italy.

Ford Focus ST rear
Car Style

Ford believe artificial sounds are going to save fuel costs

Ford is giving new meaning to “fake it til you make it” with a new patented device where fake engine noises can actually help save fuel

Car Style

Pagani Huayra BC driving in the snow

Pagani have left our jaws in the snow with this stunning video of their highbrow Huayra BC

Volkswagen Golf R - 7th Generation
Car Style

Volkswagen Golf celebrates 40 years of Aussie motoring

From the moment it arrived on Aussie shores, the Volkswagen Golf was a success. 2016 marks forty years since that moment and to celebrate, we take a look at the game-changing German hatch, and how it all began.

Reviews

Mini Cooper Clubman 4D Automatic Quick Review

The Mini Cooper Clubman is more spacious and practical than you’d expect from the English carmaker.

Toyota Corolla
News

Toyota Australia not yet affected by Japan Earthquake

Cars vital to Toyota maintaining its hold on the number one spot in Australia are about to be in short supply.