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.

Renault Koleos
News

Renault Australia improves new car warranty, servicing costs

Renault’s efforts to improve after-sales support is helping the French brand’s resurgence in Australia.

2017 MINI Countryman
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2017 MINI Countryman gets plug-in hybrid power

MINI says it’s joining the hybrid club to show how much fun electric vehicles can be.

Mazda 6 Atenza
Reviews

Mazda 6 Atenza diesel Quick Review

The impressive new Mazda 6 aims to woo car buyers back to mid-sized sedans.

HSV Clubsport R8 Track Edition
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HSV Clubsport R8 Track Edition Quick Review

HSV’s tighter Clubsport is limited to just 156 units (150 in Australia, 6 for New Zealand), and is meant to be the most track focussed HSV yet. But does it hit the mark?

Infiniti Academy engineer
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Formula One dream comes true for young Australian engineer

Another Aussie will soon be living the Formula One dream, after winning a young engineer competition

2017 Ford Escape
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Ford Escape to return as rebadged 2017 Kuga

Ford is bringing back an old nameplate to toughen up the image of its mid-sized SUV.

Reviews

Hot hatch interiors compared

First impressions from the driver’s seat of Clio RS, Fiesta ST, 208 GTi and Polo GTI.

Renault Megane wagon
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Renault Megane sedan and wagon coming in 2017

Renault will expand its small car family in early 2017 with new sedan and wagon variants.

Volvo S90
Reviews

Volvo S90: 14 things you didn’t know

The attraction of this Swedish sedan is more than skin deep.

Volvo S90 D5 Inscription
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Volvo S90 D5 Inscription Quick Review

Top of the range Volvo sedan offers a spread of engine outputs and high-tech safety features in a modern, sharply designed package.

Honda CR-V
News

2017 Honda CR-V revealed

Honda goes back to the drawing board with its mid-size SUV, giving it sharper looks and more space.

Renault Megane GT-Line
News

2017 Renault Megane range arrives in Australia – features and pricing

Renault’s all-new Megane family offers more equipment and improved performance for 2017.

BMW i3
Reviews

BMW i3 94Ah: 14 things you didn’t know

BMW has shaken up its i3 electric and range-extended hatchbacks in Australia. Some models now feature a larger battery and more pure electric driving range.

Renault Megane GT
Reviews

2017 Renault Megane Quick Review

The Renault Megane gains broader appeal – and a superb range-topper – with its fourth-generation small hatch.

Toyota
Advice

Toyota ranked world’s most valued automotive brand

Toyota ranks first as the world’s best automotive brand, while Tesla sneaks to the top 100.

BMW 5 series
News

2017 BMW 5 Series revealed

The new BMW 5 Series range represents a marked improvement in performance and technological advances in a familiar package.

Audi A4 Avant
Reviews

Audi A4 Avant 2.0 TFSI quattro S-tronic Quick Review

There’s a more dog-friendly version of the Audi A4 that also happens to be a refreshing alternative to higher-riding SUVs.

car colour palettes
Car Style

Car colours to expect in 2018

Carmakers are already considering what new colours will adorn their future new-model line-ups.

Volvo V90
News

Volvo V90 will make people love wagons again

Volvo believes its upcoming V90 could lead a sales resurgence in large, luxury wagons.

2017 Kia Rondo
News

2017 Kia Rondo gets five-seater, revised range to boost sales

Kia has introduced a cheaper five-seat variant of its Rondo people mover, and slashed the range to just two models.

Audi RS Q3
Reviews

2017 Audi RS Q3 performance Quick Review

Audi’s high-performance small SUV has come in for a tune-up.

Reviews

2012-2016 Holden Colorado Review

The Holden Colorado ute has a strong engine, good-sized cabins, and plenty of towing capacity. This review covers Colorados on sale prior to October 2016.

BMW i3 94Ah
Reviews

BMW i3 94Ah Quick Review

BMW amps up its electric car, giving it more range, a bit of future-proofing, and a price hike.

BMW i3
Advice

The best electric cars for sale in Australia

If we learnt anything from Paris Motor Show, it’s the electric cars are imminent. Here’s the best pure electric cars available in Australia.