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.

What is Evasive Steering Assist?
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What is Evasive Steering Assist?

The acronym ESA will start appearing more often as the technology becomes mainstream. We explain what it is, and how it works

2019 Jeep Cherokee revealed at Detroit
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2019 Jeep Cherokee revealed at Detroit

The Cherokee has received significant mid-life upgrade that could be enough for Jeep to regain its mojo

Toyota adds CarPlay to the dashboard but only in the US
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Toyota adds CarPlay to the dashboard, but only in the US

Ever gone to buy a new car, but walked away because it doesn’t work with your smartphone?

Ford launches Mustang loans for Ranger Everest buyers
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Ford launches Mustang loans for Ranger, Everest buyers

Want a Mustang for a weekend? Buy a Ford, and they’ll let you jump behind the wheel of one for up to two weeks

2018 Kia Cerato sedan breaks cover ahead of mid-year arrival
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2018 Kia Cerato sedan breaks cover ahead of mid-year arrival

Kia reveals its new small sedan at America’s biggest motor show, though it’ll be six months before it debuts Downunder as the Cerato sedan

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2019 Ford Ranger revealed at Detroit Motor Show

The Ford Ranger returns to the US market with more aggressive looks and new kit, providing a glimpse of what’s in store when the updated model arrives here next year

2018 Toyota Camry Ascent Hybrid quick review
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2018 Toyota Camry Ascent Hybrid quick review

We drive Toyota’s cheapest petrol-electric version of the new imported Camry

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Top 5 most popular SUVs in 2017

SUVs outsold passenger cars in Australia for the first time last year, led by these five popular models

3 hybrid SUVs that break the gas guzzler stereotype
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3 hybrid SUVs that break the gas guzzler stereotype

Hybrid technology has considerable benefits for larger vehicles such as SUVs. Here are three of the most popular electrified family haulers in Australia right now.

Ford kits US version of Endura with heaps of safety gear
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Ford kits US version of Endura with heaps of safety gear

The North American version Ford’s five-seat Territory replacement hints at plenty of showroom appeal to come

2018 Suzuki Swift Sport price and features announced
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2018 Suzuki Swift Sport price and features announced

Suzuki’s hottest compact arrives in Australia wearing a $25,490 price tag, making it the most affordable hot hatch in the country

2018 Mini facelift revealed
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2018 Mini facelift revealed

The core Mini range gains a performance boost, tech upgrades, a new automatic transmission and cool Union Jack tail-lights.

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Top 10 trade utes, as voted by tradies

Sales figures say one thing, but for the full story about utes, talk to the tradespeople who use them

2018 Subaru BRZ tS quick review
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2018 Subaru BRZ tS quick review

Rear-drive Subaru gets a bit more serious with sharpened dynamics. No extra power though.

2018 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer receives engine aesthetic updates
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2018 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer receives engine, aesthetic updates

BMW adds more buyer appeal to its high-riding front-drive hatchback that’s an alternative to the rear-drive 1 Series

2018 Fiat 500C 60th Anniversary edition lands in Australia
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2018 Fiat 500C 60th Anniversary edition lands in Australia

The Italian carmaker’s diamond anniversary celebrations have spilled into 2018 with the release of a special edition Fiat 500 cabriolet

2018 Toyota HiLux range to gain three enthusiast-grade variants
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2018 Toyota HiLux range gains three enthusiast-grade variants

Toyota isn’t resting on its laurels with its top-selling ute, introducing three new versions including a Ford Ranger Wildtrak rival

Mazda expands SUV range with driver-focussed CX-8
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Mazda expands SUV range with ‘driver-focussed’ CX-8

A diesel-engined alternative to the seven-seat Mazda CX-9 will arrive this year, with driver enjoyment a priority

Affordable thrills 3 sports cars under 70000
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Affordable thrills: 3 sports cars under $70,000

Sports cars are helping passenger cars stay in the race against SUVs, led by popular models at the more affordable end of the spectrum

Volvo weighs up in-car micropayments for Australia
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Volvo weighs up in-car ‘micropayments’ for Australia

Want a parcel delivered to your car’s boot while you work? Volvo sees this as a valuable service to it and its customers

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2018 Abarth 595 Competizione quick review

Fast n’ feisty, this tiny Italian has bucket-loads of charm and charisma

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Call for P-platers to cop driving ban for mobile phone offences

Young drivers are the target of a new proposal to discourage mobile phone use while behind the wheel.

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10 most popular cars on WhichCar

Thousands of people research new cars on WhichCar every week, but which models attracted the most interest in 2017?

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2018 Ford Ranger facelift spied

A mild makeover of Ford Australia’s best-selling model hints at a subtle up-market shift for the trade ute