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.

Car Style

10 Most Dangerous Driving Roads in the World

We take a look at some of the world’s riskiest journeys on roads that are bound to get the heart pounding and adrenalin pumping. Tackle them if you dare.

News

2016 Toyota Camry gains a mild make-over

Range refresh introduces a cleaner petrol engine for Toyota’s strong-selling mid-sizer, and more sting in the price of its sporty model

Mazda BT-50 rear
Advice

Off-road L plates: A 4×4 novice tackles sand at Fraser Island

In this first of three articles on the art of off-roading, Stephen Corby looks at the importance of tyre pressure and traction control

BMW M3 30 Jahre launched
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BMW M3 ’30 Jahre’ launched

BMW gives the M3 a 30th birthday present, with more power and unique styling tweaks

Honda Accord Blue front side dark
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Honda Accord sedan given fresh look and smartphone tech

The Honda Accord has received its first facelift since it went on sale in 2013, plus current-gen smartphone tech and extra safety equipment

Advice

Do hybrids actually save you money?

Saving the planet may not necessarily mean saving money

Advice

Police targeting texting drivers more than 1km away

New technology means Canadian mounties will definitely get their man (and woman)

Car Style

Citroen C4 Cactus Rip Curl not coming to Australia

Citroen has teamed up with Rip Curl for a C4 Cactus special edition to be released in the UK next week. It’s a surfer’s wet dream but it won’t be coming to Australia at this stage.

Advice

Child seats explained

Buying an ISOFIX seat for your kids brings parental piece of mind

News

Track-focused BMW M4 GTS sold out before it arrives

Australia to get 25 BMW M4 GTS, but even with a $295,000 price-tag, they’ve all been snapped up.

power vs torque
Advice

Power versus torque

Owners can brag about their cars’ horsepower, but it’s torque that pushes you back in the seat when you accelerate

BMW C 650 Sport scooter
Car Style

Why modern scooters make sense in a traffic-clogged world

A Harley rider wouldn’t be seen dead on one, but BMW’s new ‘maxi’ scooter adds comfort and ease of use to the joy and freedom of motorcycling.

2017 Subaru BRZ
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2017 Subaru BRZ sports car gains performance and styling updates

Engine tweaks bring modest power increase, suspension revised for better handling, and infotainment system upgraded

Car Style

Buying a new car: Mercedes-Benz GLC

After ditching her cute but troublesome Peugeot convertible for a safe and stylish Mercedes-Benz SUV, a happier Elise Elliot now knows more about cars and driving

Google Android Auto
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Google makes Android Auto available to all vehicles

Android Auto will soon be available to any vehicle, says Google.

HSV Gen F Models
Car Style

Holden Special Vehicle’s Top 10 Greatest Hits

We take a look back at 10 of the best-ever HSVs. And one we hope they will build.

Skoda Fabia
Advice

Good cars overlooked by new car buyers

Australian buyers are shunning some excellent cars and sticking with the big sellers.

2016 Volkswagen Amarok Adventura
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2016 Volkswagen Amarok Adventura revealed

VW heads down the high-end premium road with range-topping V6-powered ute

News

Man falls asleep behind the wheel of a Tesla

Man falls asleep behind the wheel of a Tesla Model S… doesn’t know meaning of semi-autonomous.

Advice

Front-Wheel Drive versus Rear-Wheel Drive – Which is best?

Space-efficient FWD cars and ‘old-school’ RWD cars each have a place in the modern car park

Reviews

2016 Renault Clio RS Range Review

The Renault Clio Renaultsport is a cult hot-hatch with a fiery, 1.6-litre, turbocharged engine. It is a thrilling little car, but easy to drive and relatively comfortable.

Clubsport R8 Track edition
News

HSV reveals trio of limited edition V8 models

‘Blacked-out’ models will be the last with the 340kW 6.2-litre V8

Haval H9 front
News

Chinese vehicles fail to achieve five-star safety rating

Haval H9 the latest to not meet the highest Australian safety standard.

News

BMW 4 Series gets upgraded features, downgraded prices

The BMW 4 Series range has gained upgraded engines, additional features and price cuts up to $10,100.