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.

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2017 Toyota Fortuner pricing slashed

The Toyota Fortuner is now the cheapest ute-based 4×4 SUV thanks to a $5000 price cut in the face of lagging sales

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2018 Toyota RAV4: Active safety now standard across all models

All 2018 Toyota RAV4 models now come with automatic emergency braking and navigation as standard

2019 Mazda 3 to be previewed at Tokyo Motor Show Main
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2019 Mazda 3 to be previewed at Tokyo Motor Show

A pair of concepts will provide a glimpse at future products from Mazda

Jaguar F-Pace
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2018 Jaguar F-Pace Range Review

The Jaguar F-Pace is the British marque’s first 5-seat SUV, and combines a spacious wagon bodystyle with excellent performance both on- and off-road.

2017 Mazda BT-50 XTR Dual Cab Pickup quick review
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2017 Mazda BT-50 XTR Dual Cab Pickup quick review

Mazda’s big family-sized pickup is probably one of the most underrated of the dual cab utes

Alfa Romeo Giulia quick review
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Alfa Romeo Giulia quick review

Entry version of Alfa’s mid-size executive sedan packages engineering brilliance without the frills

Suzuki Swift Sport confirmed for Q1 2018 Australian arrival
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Suzuki Swift Sport confirmed for Q1 2018 Australian arrival

Suzuki Australia has locked in its new turbo compact for a local debut in the first quarter of 2018.

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2018 Fiat 500X update detailed

Fiat’s retro crossover receives subtle makeover for 2018 model year

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
Tokyo Motor Show

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