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.

News

Tesla shifting headquarters from California to Texas

Elon Musk has (partially) come through on his threat to leave the Golden State

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Skoda pauses production due to semi-conductor shortage

The Czech Republic’s largest manufacturer is the latest to suffer from the chip crisis

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Disused railway tunnel transformed into vehicle aerodynamic testing centre

How the 2.7-kilometre Catesby Tunnel in the United Kingdom is helping to fine-tune vehicle aerodynamics

Advice

What to do if you use the wrong fuel

Don’t panic! Help is available

Toyota Corolla Nürburgring Edition
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Toyota unveils Corolla Sedan Nürburgring Edition

Exclusive to Thailand, the Nürburgring Edition marks Toyota’s win at the annual 24 Hour race without any extra power

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Plans to integrate Apple CarPlay into vehicle controls

A new secret project has Apple looking to integrate CarPlay with modern cars

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2022 Geneva International Motor Show cancelled for third straight year

COVID-19 strikes again for major event in the automotive calendar

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Savic Motorcycles aims to kick-start Australian electric manufacturing

Government investment helps to get up-start off the ground

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Cadillac debuts new logo ahead of electric future

Company synonymous with luxury goes back to basics for badge design

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Rivian fully-autonomous system pricing revealed

At the same price as Tesla’s Full-Self Driving, is the Driver+ system good value?

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Norway proposes luxury car tax for electric vehicles

World leaders in EV adoption look to implement a tax for new owners

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Volvo forced to recall over 450,000 vehicles worldwide after airbag death

An incident in the United States has sparked a worldwide recall

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VicRoads moves Hazard Perception Test online

Extended lockdowns force licence testing to go digital ahead of schedule

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Smart SUV concept revealed in Munich closer to becoming production model – UPDATE

German tiny-car brand Smart has revealed a new compact SUV at this year’s Munich motor show, developed by parent Mercedes-Benz with new part-owner Geely

Ford BlueCruise
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GM to resolve lawsuit with Ford over BlueCruise name – UPDATE

GM has been using Super Cruise since 2012, while Ford introduced BlueCruise earlier this year

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Toyota recalls small number of Prius models over ECU failure

A software fault could lead to a loss of power

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Colin McRae’s 1994 Subaru Impreza 555 rally car goes to auction

Driven by the likes of Carlos Sainz and Colin McRae

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Ford Australia remains tight-lipped on electric future

Local head of the Blue Oval is holding cards close to his chest

2021 Mazda BT-50
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VFACTS September 2021: New-car sales set to pass one-million mark despite disruptions

Month suffered second-lowest September tally since 2011

Toyota Tundra
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Toyota to dethrone General Motors on US sales charts

A 90-year run at the top could come to an end

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Atlis XT EV pick-up prototype revealed with plans for Australia

The electric pick up has been unveiled in the US, with alleged plans to bring it to Australia

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Federal Govt eyes EV growth, provides $2bn backing to Australian mining

A new credit facility has been created to help fund mining operations in Australia, with electric vehicle batteries manufacturers expected to benefit

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Chinese production halts could impact Australian Tesla deliveries

Rolling blackouts and energy restrictions have halted production at several plants

2022 Lexus LC500
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The 2022 Lexus LC500 has been unwrapped in Japan

The new LC500 and LC500h features suspension tweaks and new colour options