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.
2015 Audi R8 First Drive Review
Audi’s second-gen V10 supercar delivers racing car thrills and race tech engineered for the road.
2015 Mazda 2 Genki Long Term Review
After a flotilla of sports and prestige cars, Inwood joins the mainstream.
Texting, driving and the technologies that will save us
There are a lot of temptations in this world, and some are simply too seductive to resist. That extra square of chocolate; the super-expensive accessory with a sale tag on it; the quick SMS reply while on the road to a party. We can run off the calories and work off the credit, but sadly, some will never make the party.
2015 Mazda CX-3 First Drive Review
Mazda’s game-changing compact SUV sets the new small SUV benchmark.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan Video Review
The Mercedes-Benz C-Class is one of the most popular luxury cars in Australia. The latest version of this sophisticated four door brings more technology and premium features to this end of the market than ever before.
Snackable Review: Mercedes-Benz C200
The latest version of the sophisticated Mercedes-Benz C-Class brings more technology and premium features to this end of the market than ever before. Take a look.
2015 Volkswagen Scirocco R First Drive Review
The facelifted Scirocco R is a worthy part of the VW hot hatch mix. Old-school tech gives back a sense of fun and spontaneity sometimes missing from current hot Golfs.
Snackable Review: Ford Kuga Titanium
With a strong turbocharged engine, the Ford Kuga is a punchy mid-sized SUV with loads of driver appeal.
2015 BMW 1 Series First Drive Review
Entry-level Beamer gets a mid-life makeover to put the compact hatch back in the game.
Top items you need in your car for a long journey with kids
Keeping the little ones pleased on a road trip makes the experience more enjoyable for mum and dad as well. Here’s what to pack to make that happen.
Suzuki Vitara Video Review
The Suzuki Vitara is like the small town kid making their way to a city and never looking back. Hmmm sounds like my story. The Vitara is making a comeback since its 1998 hiatus, and while it may be late to the compact SUV party, it hasn’t arrived quietly.
Snackable Review: Suzuki Vitara
While the Vitara played a disappearing act in 1998, it’s made a comeback to the compact SUV party and it’s arrived with a bang.
It’s a Christmas miracle
The most environmentally friendly car in the world has arrived on Australian shores and we’re shouting out with glee.
2015 Lexus RC 350 First Drive Review
Stylish sports coupe for less cash than its Euro rivals looks great, rides well, but won’t upset the current sports coupe podium.
2016 Mini Clubman Review
The Clubman is the biggest, roomiest and most practical Mini you can buy. It still steers like a go-kart, and the least costly Clubman has a great little engine.
Toyota HiLux SR5 Dual Cab Review
Toyota’s first new HiLux in 10 years is big news and is set to transport Aussie tradies and 4x4ers for another decade.
2015 Lotus Exige S Auto First Drive Review
Exige self-shifter remains a raw machine. In fact it’s the most focused road-racing car this side of an Ariel Atom or KTM Crossbow. Not for everyone.
Design House: Gruppo Bertone
Before auto manufacturers decided to handcuff their chief creators to a single brand, car designers roamed the world freely. This ongoing series will highlight some of the independent auto design houses that have shaped some of the world’s best rides.
2015 Mazda MX-5 First Drive Review
Fourth gen MX-5 goes back to the future, and it’s brilliant. Who says they don’t build ‘em like they used to?
For or against: advanced driving courses
We got sick of hearing our WhichCar editors arguing over advanced driving courses, so we sent them away with The Formula Company to experience it for themselves. Could they come to a truce?
Schoolies and car safety
With schoolies taking over the Gold Coast and as we lead into the weekend-long festival season, Samantha dives into the world of teenagers and cars, and how you can keep them safe.
Top five cars from the LA Auto Show
The LA show is a microcosm of the ephemeral, design-oriented, pop-culture-centered nature of Los Angeles, and also a hub for car and product designers. Here are five of the stand our cars and concepts.
2015-2016 Audi A3 and S3 Review
The Audi A3 wraps small, classy bodies around a stunning interior, and spoils buyers with multiple engines. This review covers A3s on sale prior to the upgrade of December 2016.
2015 Hyundai Veloster First Drive Review
The updated version of Hyundai’s quirky asymmetrical hatch is improved in most ways, but still not the sportscar it thinks it is.
