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.
Toyota C-HR recalled due to faulty fuel pump
7600 vehicles affected
Hyundai Staria-Load set to replace iLoad van
LCV will be based on the new Staria people mover
Aston Martin plans more SUVs but Lagonda brand is on the backburner
British sports car brand plots more SUVs beyond expanded DBX range, but uncertainty remains around Aston’s super-posh Lagonda brand
New Sportage officially previewed – and spied!
We’ve seen the new-generation 2022 Kia Sportage spied in heavy camouflage, and now the Korean carmaker has released a handful of official teaser images.
2015-17 Hyundai Genesis and 2018 Genesis G80 recalled over short circuit risk
1327 vehicles affected with faulty circuit boards
Star cars of the big screen get EV treatment
UK-based firm has electric dreams about four-wheeled film icons
Lexus LC Inspiration Series returns, fewer than five available
Lexus introduces updated LC Inspiration Series models with less than five expected to land in Australia
Report finds Aussies’ transport spending has rocketed
Average Aussie family forking out $354 a week to get from A to B
Luxury Car Tax threshold increased by more than $2000
For the 2021/22 financial year the LCT threshold will sit just below $80,000 for fuel-efficient vehicles
François Leboine announced as new design boss of Fiat and Abarth
French designer previously worked for Renault, responsible for the Renault 5 Prototype
How does Australia test fuel-consumption and why should it be changed?
Mitsubishi court case could be the catalyst for industry-wide change
Jeep teases new Commander or… – UPDATE: Name confirmed ahead of Brazil launch
Jeep previews a new SUV for Brazil that could see a familiar old name revived – but which one?
2021 Bentley Bentayga S revealed
Bentley’s newest Bentayga variant will feature highly-anticipated 48-volt system to control 2500kg of British engineering
Mitsubishi loses Supreme Court case over customer’s fuel economy claim
Critics say case should be the catalyst for reform of emissions testing in Australia
Ford to debut two new EV platforms by 2025
Automaker grows investment in electrification
Land Rover recalls Discovery and Defender over exhaust leak
533 Discovery and Defender models recalled
Victoria passes EV road tax, effective from July 1 2021
It’s done – Victoria is the first state to introduce a ‘user pays’ road tax, simultaneously targeting electric vehicle owners while also offering purchase incentives
Genesis scores 5 stars in ANCAP tests of G80 and GV80
Genesis has emerged from safety testing in a strong position as its two flagship models each scored top marks
Hopes Luxury Car Tax could be phased out as part of trade agreement with UK
The controversial Luxury Car Tax could become a thing of the past as Australia and the UK look to engage in a Free Trade Agreement
Ford releases commercial-friendly F-150 Lightning Pro
The new all-electric Ford F-150 Lightning has been given the workhorse treatment with a Pro variant, allowing commercial buyers to enter the EV market
2020 Suzuki Jimny and Ignis recalled over multiple faults
Just 16 Jimnys are affected by an issue with the windscreen and rear windows, while 227 Ignis examples have a problem with a possible fire risk
Hyundai Ioniq 6 and 7 details revealed
Key details of Hyundai’s highly-anticipated Ioniq range have been released at a briefing in the US
Chevrolet Corvette price and features – UPDATE
Mid-engined ‘Vette will land on Aussie shores by end of 2021, but it’ll cost a pretty penny by the time it’s on the road
Ford boss says Australia is holding up automaker’s EV future
South Africa also blamed for lack of electric vehicle infrastructure
