Technical
Browse our extensive collection of tech articles for DIY tips on everything you need to know to work on your project car. We’ve got you covered from setting up your first workshop, to mechanical upgrades, car care and much more!

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AdviceCar Airbags: how they work and why they’re important
While airbags are proven to prevent serious injuries and save lives, they can also be pretty dangerous, so it’s important to know how they operate
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AdviceDo I pay rego during lockdown? Answering your COVID car questions
Advice to keep your car in good shape during lockdown and to save money if you can’t drive
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AdviceDriving on snow and ice safely
Here’s how to stay safe off-road when winter adds snow and ice to the mud and grit
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AdviceHow to react around emergency vehicles
What should you do when you hear a siren or see flashing lights in your rear view mirror?
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AdviceCar maintenance tasks you can do yourself
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AdviceHow often should you service your car?
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Advice12 must-haves for peaceful family road trips
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AdviceElectric power steering: the pros and cons
Engine tech

Pininfarina gives legendary Honda NSX a second life
Italian design house joins forces with JAS Motorsport to create a lighter, more powerful interpretation of Honda’s original supercar.

Ford’s sportier Ranger MS-RT teased for Paris Motor Show
Lower, wider and wearing motorsport-inspired bodywork, the Ranger MS-RT swaps the regular ute’s rugged appearance for road-focused styling.

From the Wheels Archive: The 50 best moments in Bathurst history, from Peter Perfect to Godzilla and the rock that almost killed Dick
Forget the Melbourne Cup. Wheels’ list of the best dramas, crashes, shocks and victories at Bathurst shows why it should be known as the race that stops the nation.

Honda HR-V e:HEV RS review: Small hybrid SUV gets sportier looks – but is it worth the price hike?
Honda gives its efficient HR-V hybrid the RS treatment, adding some welcome attitude – but does the flagship justify its higher price?

Why famed designer Jony Ive thinks people are wrong about his controversial Ferrari Luce EV design
Former Apple design chief stands by Ferrari’s radical first electric car, arguing its unconventional styling makes more sense in person.

A new way to buy and sell
Partner feature with CommBank: Cars for CommBank now connects private buyers and sellers, with identity verification, vehicle checks, protected payments and transaction support through Vehicle Exchange Made Easy (VEME), aimed at helping to take some of the uncertainty out of buying a used car privately.

Huge win for EV owners in one state as home charging gets a massive boost
EV owners can now charge their vehicles far faster at home after restrictions were lifted.

Australia’s deadliest states and territories for driving revealed – with one recording a shocking rise in crashes
A study into the deadliest driving locations in the country took into account crash rates, weather conditions and the state of infrastructure.

BMW iX3 M60 is revealed as high-performance Neue Klasse SUV with 450kW of power
BMW has unveiled a performance M60 version of the iX3 with 450kW of power, a 0-100km/h time of just 3.9 seconds and yet, still 754km of range.

Lexus TZ confirmed for Australia: Seven-seat electric luxury SUV arriving in 2027
Lexus has confirmed its largest electric SUV for Australia, with the three-row TZ set to arrive in 2027 following its local debut at the Melbourne Cup.

Mercedes-Benz GLE 2026 review: Merc aces huge makeover for SUV – and the biggest highlight isn’t the revised engine range or excellent interior
The rejigging of the Mercedes-Benz GLE is so extensive it’s almost a new generation.

BYD reveals wild ‘sci-fi inspired’ interior for next-gen medium-large SUV
Giant screens, aircraft-inspired styling and reclining rear seats headline BYD’s futuristic electric SUV, a potential Australian contender.

Ford’s top-secret Mustang ute is finally revealed after being kept hidden away from the public for years
It’s hard to think of a new model Aussie Ford fans would like more than a Mustang ute – and one has been lurking in Dearborn, Michigan.

Repco builds a wild 895kW V8 for Bathurst – and it’s unlike anything the Mountain has ever seen before
Based on a Porsche 911, the ShowTime Repco-Mod 933 features a front-mounted twin-turbocharged V8 and custom wide-body design.

Toyota Supercars boss says Supras can make history with first Bathurst 1000 win – as long as they overcome one problem
A Toyota atop the podium at the Mountain? Ryan Walkinshaw is talking it up after the Supra showed its worth in the last Supercars round.

‘Rat run’ ban could see drivers fined up to $241 if seen on busy suburban road
Heavy vehicles will be progressively banned from a busy Sydney suburban route as authorities seek to reduce congestion and redirect trucks onto motorways.

Porsche confirms it has a new mid-engine hypercar in the works – but there’s bad news for fans of the 718
Porsche has released its Sportwagenschmiede ’35’ plan, and it’s good news for fans of outrageous performance cars.
Nissan Navara Pro PHEV confirmed for Australia with 300kW and 3500kg towing
New plug-in hybrid Navara will pair a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine with electric assistance, following extensive Australian development and testing.

Cops warn motorists that car thieves are using an alarming new tactic
Queensland Police have alerted motorists to the frightening method for getting hold of keys.

BMW iX4 coupe SUV is revealed with up to 828km of range, Australian pricing confirmed
BMW’s new iX4 electric SUV coupe will arrive in Australia in early 2027 with dual-motor all-wheel drive, ultra-fast charging and an impressive driving range.

Honda’s radical plan to charge EVs while driving
Wireless charging technology embedded beneath the road could eventually top up electric cars and trucks without requiring them to stop.

Woman claims she was sexually harassed by a Tesla feature: “I know it sounds crazy”
The American influencer was left scared and offended when the incident occurred during an Uber trip.

Toyota warns of price hikes for some of its most popular models as it focuses on giving Aussies more EVs
Australia’s new emissions rules could make some popular Toyota models more expensive in 2027, as it prepares a wider range of EV and PHEV vehicles.

LDV D90 brings back diesel power, this time with more grunt and 3500kg towing
Diesel power returns to the LDV D90 after two years, bringing more grunt, greater towing capacity and an expanded lineup with a new top-spec model.

