Workshop tips
Just like you, we love wrenching on our dream machines, and for that you need a proper workspace. Here you’ll find all our stories and videos on how to safely and properly equip your workshop or home garage. We’ve got DIY guides, tech tips, workshop safety and more.
2021-2022 Volkswagen T-Roc, Golf, Passat, Tiguan and Arteon recalled
Five VW passenger models are impacted by the notice
How to fix a scratch on your car and other paint repair tips
How to buff out scratches, chips and marks to bring your car’s paint back to nearly new condition
2020-2022 Maserati Levante, Ghibli, and Quattroporte recalled
A new recall for V8-powered Maserati models affects 40 vehicles
2021-2022 Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series, Kluger Hybrid, RAV4 Hybrid and Mirai recalled
A stability control system error has forced Toyota to recall roughly 26,000 cars
Ferrari exec takes top job at McLaren
Michael Leiters will fill the position later this year
Toyota, Mitsubishi car transporters sit idle for second week due to pay dispute
A company responsible for getting vehicles off boats and into dealerships is having a pay dispute with its truck drivers, delaying new-car deliveries
2021-2022 Lexus LX500d, LX600, NX250, NX350 and NX450 recalled
The LX and NX range has been recalled thanks to an infotainment glitch
Toyota creates technology to paint over a car’s original colour
Motorists in Japan will soon be able to change the colour of their car, thanks to a new process developed by Toyota
2023 Kia Telluride facelift revealed, still no go for Australia
The oversized SUV subset grows by the minute, but Kia’s eight-seat Telluride doesn’t add up
The latest on western automotive operations in Russia
As international sanctions are applied against Russia, carmakers are turning their backs on the country too
Russia to drop emissions laws as car sales plummet
Emissions laws in Russia look to have been thrown out the window in the name of economic prosperity amidst the fallout over its invasion of Ukraine
2022 Haval H6 Hybrid review
Hybrid engine sorts out the drivetrain dramas on the standard H6 while delivering a ton of gear and a mature, competent mid-size SUV
Chargefox ultra-rapid charging fees to increase by 50 per cent
The new prices bring the Chargefox into line with its rivals, but no changes for slower ‘fast’ chargers
Volkswagen electric vehicle sales up 65 per cent, as CEO sees threats from Tesla and Apple
VW CEO Herbert Diess has spoken on a wide range of topics, including the company’s electric ambitions
Tesla to be powered by printed solar panels for lap of Australia
Innovative low-cost solar panels are set to be the power source for a road trip around the country in an electric vehicle
Volvo C40 Recharge: Everything we know about Sweden’s electric SUV
Volvo’s second electric model brings an all-new coupe-SUV bodyshape and 420km range
Battery giant CATL to open $8.1 billion Indonesian plant
Australia’s neighbour is setting itself up as a self-sufficient electric vehicle hub
Car suspension explained
If you think the MacPherson Strut was Elle’s catwalk swagger, this quick explanation about car suspension is for you.
How Porsche is testing the Taycan’s ability to power the grid
Until now, electricity for electromobility has mainly flowed in one direction – from the charging point to the vehicle
Everything you need to know about inline-six engines
You may have heard that a bunch of carmakers are returning to six-cylinder engines arranged in-line. Interesting, but why should you care?
2019-2022 Ram 2500 and 3500 recalled
Owners of large utes need to contact a dealer for repair immediately
Queensland drivers to cop higher driving fines
Infringements are about to cost more in Queensland, as the Government vows to crack down on driving offences
Honda EV range previewed, including two new electric sports cars
Honda is set to roll out 30 new electric models globally, including a pair of powerful sports models – but Australia’s place in the plan remains unclear
Ford signs deal with Aussie miner as decarbonising gains pace
Carmakers are turning to their suppliers to reduce environmental impacts at every level
