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.
Volvo S60 and V60 Polestar get speed boost
The Volvo S60 Polestar sedan and V60 Polestar wagon performance twins are now faster and lighter – thanks to a major update that includes a smaller but more powerful engine.
2016 Hyundai Elantra Video Review
Take the popular Hyundai i30 hatch, stick a boot on the back and you get the Hyundai Elantra. A stylish and practical small sedan that’s surprisingly good to drive.
South Australia legalises autonomous cars
Who said Adelaide is behind the times? South Australia will be the first Australian state to allow driverless cars on the road.
Renault Megane RS275 Cup Premium Quick Review
Cup Premium tag intensifies Renault Sport’s Megane with a few special extra bits
Superhero cars reimagined for the real world
Batman trades the Batmobile in for a BMW M2, Superman, Spiderman and Wonder Woman live the supercar high life, and Deadpool is doing it tough in mum’s tricked-out Mondeo.
Tesla Model 3: Electric rival for 3 Series unveiled
The Tesla Model 3 that will take electric cars further into the mainstream car market will have a range of about 350km, accelerate from standstill to 100km/h in less than six seconds, and offer the same autopilot technology as its more expensive siblings.
Subaru Levorg to get WRX power, but no manual gearbox
Subaru Levorg will boast performance figures matching the WRX, but the lack of a manual gearbox option may leave enthusiasts bitter.
Mercedes-Benz C250 Quick Review Video
The C-Class is the best-selling Mercedes-Benz in Australia by a country mile, and it’s at its most popular in this C250 petrol guise.
Audi TT RS announced
Competition for 3.0-second 0-100km/h times starts right here.
NZ anti-mobile phone ad could be the best we’ve seen
NZ Transport has taken a break from shock tactics to bring us a perfectly odd road safety campaign.
Land Rover Discovery SVX could bring high-tech off-roading
The next Land Rover Discovery, due in 2017, could spawn a new SVX badge that takes the seven-seater off-roader to new technological heights.
Policeman on highway patrol stops wife
The advent of social media is providing all-new ways to announce news to family members.
Honda develops breathalyser and car key in one
Two Japanese tech giants, Honda and Hitachi, have teamed up to create a prototype breathalyser that doubles as a car key.
2017 Porsche Panamera set for Paris debut and Shooting Brake spin-off
Porsche’s sports-luxury sedan will appear in second-gen guise in September, with a long-rumoured wagon set to join it in 2017.
Gold supercars invade the streets of London
There is a fleet of golden supercars cruising the streets of London. Because? Well, rich people.
Alfa Romeo Guilia QV coming soon
Alfa’s performance sedan talks the talk, but will it be able to back up its boast?
Jeep’s new compact SUV to hit Australia in 2017
A new compact SUV from Jeep has been spied and is expected to be revealed in the second half of 2016 as a replacement for the Jeep Patriot and Compass.
BMW 740i Quick Review
The all-new 7 Series is once again a technological and luxury powerhouse.
Ford Mustang in huge demand, waiting list out to 2017
The all-new Ford Mustang has landed down-under and stirred an incredible response from Aussies. The mighty muscle car has well-and-truly surpassed expectations in both sales figures and cultural reaction.
2012-2016 Subaru Impreza Review
The Subaru Impreza feels solid for a small car, drives all four wheels, and isolates you well from wind and road noise. This review covers Imprezas sold prior to December 2016.
Michelle Rodriguez gets Fast & Furious in Jaguar F-Type at 323km/h
Fast & Furious both on-screen and off, Michelle Rodriguez has put the new Jaguar F-Type SVR through its paces in its first high speed test drive.
Mahindra Genio announced
Indian-based multinational Mahindra has stepped up its assault on the Australian tradie market, with a sharply priced cab-chassis offering in its updated Genio.
Recalled: 800,000 Volkswagen and Porsche SUVs
Problems continue for Volkswagen with a massive recall of 800,000 Volkswagen Touareg and Porsche Cayenne vehicles.
Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe to rival BMW X4
The Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe has been unveiled in production form – confirming the new rival for BMW’s X4.
