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.

2020-2021 Subaru Outback recalled twice due to software concerns
Up to 5402 model-year 2021 Outback models are affected by the software bugs

Nissan showcases lunar rover prototype
The rover is ready for action on the moon’s rocky terrain

Porsche to auction Taycan-based NFTs for charity
Australian artists were commissioned to create the unique pieces

VFACTS November 2021: Month’s new-car sales weakest result since global financial crisis
Australian new-car market posts worst November figure since 2008, but set to pass one-million registrations for 2021

2022 Polestar 3: New electric SUV teased again
Firm hints at UK pricing, but we’ll have to wait to hear more about what plans are for Australia

2021 Ram 2500 and 3500 recalled
Both the 2500 and 2500 Ram have been recalled due to a fire risk

2014-2016 Kia Carnival recalled
Over 7000 models are subject to a potential failure with the indicator system

Tesla found guilty of reducing charging speeds for older models in retrial
Tesla has admitted to throttling recharging on early vehicles, but says it’s for the best

Bugatti EB 112 concept: One of three prototype sedans up for sale
The four-door sedan never made it to series-production, but three prototype cars were manufactured – and now one is up for sale in Germany

Hennessey to build electric, six-wheel ‘Hyper-GT’ car
Don’t expect to see the wild creation before 2026

2015-2021 Toyota HiLux recalled over rear license plate bracket issue
More than 150,000 vehicles are involved in the campaign

2022 Hyundai i30 Sedan N pricing and features for Australia
Hyundai N Division’s newest star athlete brings a booted sedan body to the high performance range

Stellantis enters deals for EV battery tech, including part-Australian company
Vulcan will begin supplying lithium hydroxide to the automaker for battery production, while Factional will help with solid-state battery tech

BMW eDrive Zone expanded to cover more than 130 European cities
The zero-emissions-only mode in BMW’s plug-in hybrid models is now available in 20 additional European city centres

Tesla battery plant turns away German state aid and subsidies
Elon Musk believes battery plants shouldn’t receive subsidies

Renault trademarks hint at company’s big plans
Expect to see the new Renault 4 and 5 at the centre of the carmaker’s next phase

Renault shows off retro-style AIR4 flying car
The anniversary special appears to actually fly, though it will remain a one-off

UK car production at lowest level since 1956 due to chip shortage
Year-on-year October production drops by over a third

Toyota GR86 and Subaru BRZ: Japanese curry used to differentiate sportscars
A race meeting between GR86 and BRZ owners at the Fuji Speedway has taken a creative approach to separating the identical sports cars

Volvo invests in new augmented reality tech
Future Volvos could be the first to debut windscreen-wide augmented reality imaging

United Kingdom to mandate EV charge points in new buildings from 2022
Boris Johnson’s Government is set to mandate charge points in new homes and businesses

ACCC completes investigation into Holden’s closure
Automotive industry watchdog believes General Motors’ decision negatively impacted a large number of dealers

Hyundai to begin testing autonomous driving tech in 2022
A new robotaxi will soon be in operation on the streets of Seoul

Mazda says synthetic fuels complement electric vehicles
The manufacturer’s European arm believes we could soon see bio fuels become as cheap as fossil fuels