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.
General Motors and Honda to co-develop affordable electric cars
A series of affordable electric models are being developed by GM and Honda, with the first cars to arrive in 2027
BMW to turn Alpina into performance luxury sub-brand below Rolls-Royce
Alpina is set to carve out its own niche, offering BMW M levels of performance and luxury just below that of Rolls-Royce
2022 BYD Atto 3 review: First Australian drive
The new BYD Atto 3 is coming with the Blade battery, attention-grabbing price and possibly one of the more confusing launches in recent memory
VFACTS March 2022: New car sales return to form as Tesla reports figures
Despite supply chain issues, the industry has recorded its strongest March sales since 2018
South Australian fuel stations to begin accepting Bitcoin
Motorists will soon be able to pay for their fuel with digital currencies, thanks to a deal between Crypto.com and OTR
2022 Beijing Motor Show postponed due to Covid-19
The Chinese auto industry’s premier show continues to suffer from the pandemic
EV smart chargers trialled in Australia
This latest trial will see how smart chargers can be employed to work around electricity grid peak times
Delivery delays see drivers opt to fix and keep their cars
Faced with long delays, more Australians are finding alternatives to purchasing their next new car
April Fools’ Day highlights: The best of 2022
Take a look at our list of some of the car industry’s best April Fools’ jokes for this year
2023 BMW i3: Electric BMW 3 Series revealed for China
BMW’s latest electric offering is a new-generation i3 – except it’s not entirely new, and it’s not coming here
Government report reveals vehicle active-safety pitfalls
Active safety and autonomous driving technology still have some way to go before reducing the national road toll
2019-2021 McLaren GT recalled due to airbag fault
The issue means the driver airbag might not deploy in a crash
Nissan expanding Australian factory to build EV components
Australia may not mass-produce cars any more, but Nissan does still makes parts here – and its plant is about to grow
Government report: Rural roads a significant cause of road deaths
While cars are getting safer, a government report has found a high number of accidents are caused by the poor state of roads in regional Australia
2020-2021 Porsche Taycan recalled due to wiring harness fault
Problems with the Taycan’s wiring harness could prevent ISOFIX seats from being fitted
New vehicle emissions drop as peak bodies call for Government mandates
A small reduction in emissions year-on-year has been met with calls for greater action from the top
Can I use E10 fuel in my car? What you need to know about Ethanol
With fuel prices peaking of late, is this cheaper petrol alternative right for your car?
Local Volkswagen group boss joins EV Council board
New VGA chief will campaign for emissions targets and charging infrastructure in new builds
SsangYong’s future in doubt as acquisition deal voided
The South Korean carmaker may have lost its new owner, but it’s gained tens of millions of dollars
Queensland Police deputise public to catch hoons
Queenslanders are being asked to be the eyes and ears of the police in an effort to catch hoons
Australian hydrogen superhighway announced for Queensland, NSW and Victoria
The tri-state initiative is aimed at significantly reducing freight emissions
2016-2020 X3, X4 and 5 Series recalled
A warning message may be displayed or the engine may fail entirely
2021 Hyundai Santa Fe under recall
Only a small number of vehicles are impacted
Mercedes-AMG debuts one-off skateboard-themed art cars
A collaboration between Mercedes-AMG and British skate brand Palace has resulted in several unique designs
