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.

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ANCAP ranks safety tech in commercial vans for 2023

Australia’s safety body has tested and compared the safety assistance systems in all new commercial vans today, but most don’t have an ANCAP rating

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Tesla ‘Full Self-Driving’ recalled in the US as it may ‘act unsafe’

Tesla has issued a recall as its FSD beta may act dangerously – more than two years after the trial program went live

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Tesla Model 3 facelift: Shanghai factory upgrades begin

Tesla’s Giga Shanghai factory will temporarily slow down production in the coming weeks for the purported Model 3 update

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2023 Nissan X-Trail E-Power hybrid review & road test video

The RAV4 has something to be worried about with Nissan’s new E-Power hybrid, it may not be as efficient but it sure is quiet

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Nissan Patrol Warrior, Qashqai E-Power and two mystery models to launch over 18 months

Not satisfied with an almost all-new model portfolio, Nissan will continue bringing new models to market over the next 18 months

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Toyota’s new CEO promises to accelerate EV plans

Toyota’s new CEO will start on April 1 and is planning a major shake-up with a “BEV-first mindset”

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Ford Europe will cut 2800 engineering jobs as part of EV pivot

Region’s pivot to an EV-exclusive portfolio costs jobs, from admin to engineering, in Ford’s European business

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Hyundai Santa Cruz ute spotted at Australian headquarters

The compact Hyundai Santa Cruz ute has been spied in Australia, right outside the brand’s local offices – but it insists there are no plans, and barely even any potential, for a local launch

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2019-22 Volkswagen Golf, and 2021-22 Cupra Leon and Formentor recalled

Volkswagen Group Australia has recalled three related models to resolve a potential fault that could cause the radiator to move and lose engine coolant

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Victoria to introduce mobile phone detection cameras, stricter distraction laws

The Victorian Government has announced a crack-down on driver distraction, with new AI-enabled camera systems and a focus on modern technology

Advice

Australia’s best electric cars for 2023

We’ve tested nearly every EV below six figures in Australia to rank the best on sale today

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❤️ Val’ Day Flashback: Porsche celebrates 45 years of V8 models

Nearly half a century of Porsche’s bent-eight cars calls for a celebration

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Owners’ High Court case against Victoria’s EV tax gets underway

The three day trial begins in Australia’s High Court today

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WATCH: The car ads from the 2023 Super Bowl

After a big 2022 spend, most carmakers have stepped away from a spot at this year’s Super Bowl – but there were still a few highlights

Comparisons

Best Electric Cars, $80k-100k: Luxury EVs tested

This is part three of our price-based EV buying guide, comparing Australia’s electric cars priced between $80,000 and $100,000

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Old EV batteries repurposed to power California

Electric vehicles aren’t just A to B machines anymore; a startup claims to have a world-first system using old EV batteries to power the Californian grid

Reviews

Long-term review: New Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV

Is the new Outlander PHEV worth $16K more than its petrol equivalent? We add the world’s most popular plug-in hybrid to our long-term fleet to find out

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2022 Iveco Daily E6 updates detailed

The updated Daily E6 van and cab chassis gains a host of minor new upgrades to benefit drivers and fleets

Comparisons

Chery Omoda 5 v Toyota Corolla Cross v MG ZST comparison: Spec to spec

Chery is preparing a comeback to the Australian market with the Omoda 5, but how does it fare against popular small SUV rivals?

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Hyundai to launch ‘Mighty’ electric truck in Australia

Hyundai will launch another EV in Australia this year, but it’s not an Ioniq or Kona

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Kia Rio won’t live on in Australia

There’s no future for the Kia Rio in Australia, as buyers flock to SUVs

Advice

Valentine’s Day: Australia’s most romantic drives

Not just for Valentine’s Day, of course, but since we’re nearly there… Here are a few Australian road trips to put in the diary for your next romantic getaway.

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Interview: Volvo safety boss Thomas Broberg

Volvo’s acting head of the Safety Centre, Thomas Broberg, says a human-centred approach to safety is critical and unique to Volvo

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Melbourne man arrested for throwing paint over mobile camera car

The man is also accused of threatening the operator of the vehicle