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 Clio RS
News

Renault reveals Clio RS and GT updates

Handling and cosmetic updates to the Clio’s sportier siblings unveiled; with Renault anticipating a 2017 release for Aussie buyers.

Toyota 86
News

2017 Toyota 86 brings revised styling and handling

The 2017-spec Toyota 86 is being prepped for improved handling, a small power increase and a fresh-face in its latest update.

Ford Ranger Wildtrak
Reviews

2016 Ford Ranger Video Review

Demand for dual cab utes is booming, and the Ford Ranger is proving to be one of Australia’s most popular. It’s got grunt up front, space for family in the back, and room for tools, or toys, in the tray. Let’s take a look at the rest of what’s on offer.

Mazda CX-5
News

Best-selling SUVs could soon overtake passenger cars

2016 is on track to be the first year that Australians buy more SUVs than passenger vehicles, according to the latest VFACTS figures.

Seven Mile Bridge in Florida Keys
Car Style

10 of the world’s most spectacular drives

There’s nothing quite like a road trip. These are a few you need to add to your bucket list, if they’re not already on there. So what are you waiting for?

Hyundai i30 badge
News

June Australian Vehicle Sales Winners and Losers

With official new-car sales figures for June were released today, WhichCar details the smilers and the sulkers.

Hyundai i30
News

Top 10 most popular vehicles in Australia, June 2016

Records tumble as VFACTS release figures showing a strong sales performance for new-cars in June 2016, and overall sales for the year on track to eclipse 2015.

Volvo XC90 badge
News

Volvo to take responsibility for full Autonomous Driving

Volvo says that it won’t sign off Autonomous Driving vehicles until it has full verification that the system works.

Toyota Tarago front side
News

2017 Toyota Tarago update only months away

Toyota is planning to release a safer and plusher Tarago people-mover for 2017, but pricing details remain elusive.

Toyota crash testing
News

Toyota adds child dummies to crash testing

Toyota has added three child-sized dummies to its crash testing to improve the safety of its cars.

Volkswagen Crafter
News

2017 Volkswagen Crafter van revealed in sketches

Volkswagen releases teaser sketches of its new commercial van range ahead of their September unveiling in Germany.

Mercedes-AMG C63 S Coupe
Reviews

2016 Mercedes-AMG C63 S Coupe Quick Review

The two-door version of Mercedes-AMG’s searing C63 S: sharing the sedan and wagon’s twin-turbo V8, but with many engineering improvements under its tightly wrapped skin.

Volvo S90 side
Reviews

2016 Volvo S90 Inscription AWD Quick Review

Volvo takes the gloves off in the battle of the luxury sedan market with its new S90 range. Sweden’s no longer neutral.

Mazda CX-9 undergoing ANCAP crash test
News

Mazda CX-9 awarded ANCAP 5 star safety rating

Mazda’s all-new seven-seater CX-9 SUV aces ANCAP crash tests to earn maximum points for safety.

mechanic examining underneath car
News

What to do if your car is recalled

Volkswagen, Toyota and Mitsubishi have been involved in some pretty big recalls of late. If you’re not familiar with what the term means, Andy Enright explains what a recall is, and what it can mean for your car.

Tesla Model S 70d
Advice

Coolest cars you can drive on your p-plates

Being on your provisional license doesn’t mean your car has to be boring.

Tesla autopilot
News

Tesla Autopilot crash death under US investigation

US Highway Safety officials launch investigation into Tesla’s autonomous driving platform after Florida man dies in horrific crash

Mitsubishi Pajero
News

Mitsubishi recalls nearly 430,000 Australian cars

Mitsubishi initiates massive recall after problems with power steering, fuel tanks, electrical systems and brake boosters across a range of models identified.

Mitsubishi Pajero Sport SUV
News

Mitsubishi Pajero Sport seven-seater arrives

Mitsubishi adds a seven-seat option to its flagship off-road SUV without breaking buyers budgets for its Pajero Sport range.

Car suspension dampers
Advice

What are Dampers, and how do they work?

You often read about dampers in car reviews, or maybe your mechanic has mentioned them in a service report. David Morley explains why they’re so important to the overall structure of a car’s suspension set-up .

Renault Alaskan ute
News

Renault Alaskan puts French into one-tonne ute segment

Renault unveils its new Navara-inspired workhorse; the Renault Alaskan one-tonne ute.

2014 Volkwsagen Golf GTI long term review
Reviews

2014 Volkswagen Golf GTI long term review

Our new GTI long-termer has already proven itself

Toyota Corolla
News

Toyota Australia recalls 324,000 cars over faulty fuel system

Suspect fuel suction plates are behind a potentially damaging recall on Toyota Corolla, Prius, Prius V and Rukus models

Maserati Levante
News

2017 Maserati Levante SUV will be Maserati’s best-selling model

Maserati announces pricing and specs for the 2017 Levante, as the Italian carmaker eyes off a slice of the lucrative SUV-market pie.