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 Mazda CX-3 Maxx Sport FWD review
Mazda’s stalwart compact SUV continues to swoon buyers, almost despite itself

Toyota Corolla reaches 50 million global sales
The first model to land on our shores came in 1967

2022 Hyundai i30 N pricing announced, DCT auto arrives
Hyundai’s updated hot hatch is finally here, and it’s got the dual-clutch transmission at last!

IPCC report paints worrying climate picture
The IPCC’s sixth report paints a grim picture of the effects of climate change and is more forceful about the human impact

Tesla delays Model S deliveries to ‘prioritise higher-paying customers’ in the US
American buyers are being slapped with months-long delays

US Senate passes $1.2 trillion EV infrastructure bill
Significant milestone as it passes with bipartisan support

Ford enlists the help of robots ‘Shelby and Miles’ to test cars in extreme conditions
Blue Oval legends honoured with new testing robots to assist with vehicle development

For drivers, ‘smartwatches’ are a bigger danger than phones
Think a mobile phone is bad for distracted driving? Smartwatches are worse.

GM parking over 1000 vehicles a day due to semi-conductor shortage – UPDATE
More than 10,000 vehicles are waiting for chips

Tesla officially delays Cybertruck production to 2022
Initially planned to launch later this year, 2022 is the earliest production date for the controversial EV

Tesla Model 3 recalled for brake issue
The notice also allegedly affects the Model Y, although no VINs for it are listed

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vans recalled over risk of front brake failure
The issue could cause fluid to leak and lead to a loss of braking ability

‘Cannonball Run’ Lamborghini Countach added to National Historic Vehicle Register
Iconic Countach inducted into elite club

2021 Munich motor show: What to expect
A complete run-down of what’s expected at this year’s show

2021 Mazda CX-9 Azami LE review
Six-seat CX-9 sacrifices an occupant for a bit more luxury

New patents could reveal electric Chevrolet SUV
Is this GM’s newest addition to the growing segment?

Lancer Evo VI Tommi Makinen Edition sells for almost $300,000
Eye-watering final price reached for Evo VI TME #001

Russia wants to subsidise EVs to increase uptake
Its government wants to subsidise 25 per cent of the price of Russian EVs

Long-time Subaru Australia PR manager David Rowley retires
A 22-year veteran at Subaru, the automotive media landscape will be without its longest-serving figure

Victorian EV owners must submit odometer photos or face losing rego – UPDATE
VicRoads still believes road user tax is necessary despite growing concerns surrounding implementation

Friday Find: Tesla Tom compares ownership costs between Model 3 and Camry Hybrid
Toyota’s Camry Hybrid is a markedly cheaper purchase than the all-electric Tesla Model 3, but as this video shows, your hip-pocket might still be better off with the Tesla…
Who’s got what: How the semi-conductor shortage is affecting Australia
It has been a known issue for many months now, but which models are affected and which aren’t? We’ve got the latest information for you here

Mercedes recalls C-Class and E-Class convertibles over headrest fault
Headrest could detach in an accident

Volvo issues recall for 2019 – 2020 models over fuel system
A faulty fuse forces a recall for Volvo’s S60, V60, XC60 and XC90 models
