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.

2018 Hyundai Kona
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2018 Hyundai Kona pricing and features

Hyundai’s all-new small SUV has arrived with a roomy cabin, two powertrain choices and a starting driveaway price of $27,000

Toyota TJ Cruiser
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2017 Tokyo Motor Show: Toyota’s Tj Cruiser is the ultimate work and play concept

SUV and van practicality get mashed together in this Japanese concept

2017 Holden Astra sedan: Which spec is best?
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2017 Holden Astra sedan: Which spec is best?

Which Holden Astra sedan variant offers the best buy based on features, performance, and value?

Honda Civic ‘Red Edition’ style pack announced
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Honda Civic ‘Red Edition’ style pack announced

Honda Civic hatch buyers can pimp their ride with a $2500 limited edition body kit celebrating the arrival of the Type R hot hatch

2019 Holden Equinox to feature OnStar in-car assistance system
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2019 Holden Equinox to feature OnStar in-car assistance system

Holdens of the future probably won’t need a key to unlock the doors

Sat nav distracting
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Sat-nav more distracting than texting and driving: study

Programming the satellite navigation system can distract a driver for an average of 40 seconds, research shows

2018 Jeep Compass
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2018 Jeep Compass set for Christmas arrival

Jeep has announced Australian specifications for its new-generation Compass range, which includes a bush-bashing Trailhawk

Volkswagen’s most popular Amarok trade utes are its most expensive
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Volkswagen’s most popular Amarok trade utes are its most expensive

Buyers are drawn to the high-end V6 versions of the VW-badged workhorse, sales show

Volkswagen looks to curb Skodas cheap access to tech report
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Volkswagen looks to curb Skoda’s cheap access to tech: report

Board meeting is likely to apply the brakes to Skoda’s rapid rise, despite it being the hand-me-down brand

Hyundai owners are Australia’s happiest: study
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Hyundai owners are Australia’s happiest: study

Independent survey finds Hyundai owners the most satisfied over the past 12 months

BMW 6 Series Gran Turismo confirmed for Australia.
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BMW 6 Series Gran Turismo confirmed for Australia

German saloon with room for more junk in the trunk to be sold Down Under

Renault Clio RS Trophy driveaway price and features
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Renault Clio RS Trophy driveaway price and features

The angriest version of Renault’s compact hot hatch gets tweaked for 2018

Top 5 best-selling utes of September 2017
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Top 5 best-selling utes of September 2017

One-tonne utes retain title as Australia’s favourite car in September

Nissan reveals new seats to help combat dehydrated driving
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Nissan reveals new seats to help combat dehydrated driving

The Japanese carmaker has created seats that change colour if a driver is dehydrated in response to a study which showed driving while parched can be as dangerous as drink driving

Honda Jazz gets new national drive away pricing
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Honda Jazz gets new national drive away pricing

Entry level Jazz now has upgraded infotainment and keen drive away pricing

Top 10 Passenger Cars – September 2017
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Top 10 Passenger Cars – September 2017

The best-selling passenger cars from the month of September

Renault Clio Intens red
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2017 Renault Clio Range Review

The Renault Clio is a slick looking little hatchback with French flair inside. It offers two lively turbo petrol engines, rides and handles with polish, and is easy to park.

2018 Volkswagen Amarok V6 gets more pulling power
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2018 Volkswagen Amarok V6 gets more pulling power

Volkswagen’s big dual cab ute will now match the Ford Ranger in the towing stakes

2017 Peugeot 3008 Allure quick review
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2017 Peugeot 3008 Allure quick review

Peugeot’s mid-spec 3008 Allure doesn’t just flaunt a fair bit of French flair – it feels genuinely premium for a mainstream mid-size SUV.

Holden offers new 7 year warranty
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Holden offers new 7 year warranty

Kia and Holden are now the only two brands in Australia to offer a seven year warranty on new cars – but only for a limited time

Incoming: New cars to look forward to this October and November
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Incoming: New cars to look forward to this October and November

We list the new releases landing by November, and shine a spotlight on a few standouts

2017 Subaru Levorg 2.0 STi Sport quick review
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2017 Subaru Levorg 2.0 STi Sport quick review

Subaru’s sporty wagon ticks plenty of boxes for those wanting something a little more spirited than an SUV

2017 Skoda Octavia RS 245 pricing and features
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2017 Skoda Octavia RS 245 pricing and features

The Skoda Octavia sedan and wagon range has a new hero model

2017 Mercedes-AMG E43
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2017 Mercedes-AMG E43 long-term review

Ryan happily welcomes the E43 into his garage; even if he has to move a wall of shelving to make it fit.