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
Bodywork
BMW M Performance range power upgrade
More grunt and new name for hot 1- and 2-Series
Peugeot 308 R Hybrid review
Hot hatch segment receives an electric shock
Honda HR-V Quick Review
The Honda HR-V is Honda’s entry in the compact SUV boom.
Subaru Levorg STI under development
Hot ‘STI wagon’ on its way, but only destined for Japan
Volvo XC40 SUV and 40-series sedan previewed by concepts
Two concept cars point the way forward for Volvo’s compact SUV and sedan.
How rain-sensing windscreen wipers work
Part Star Trek and part geek-tech, auto wipers are coming to a car near you soon
Death of the manual car
Manual gearbox no longer key to a bargain basement showroom price
VIDEO: Lexus LC500 reveals V8 bellow
LC500 growls for the camera
Toyota 86 Series: The kids could rough-up the pros, says Glenn Seton
Track legend warns it won’t be easy for the invited gun professionals against a bunch of youngsters with pace and attitude…
2018 Jaguar F-Type facelift spy pics
The Jaguar F-Type is set to score a four-pot turbo and a fourth birthday facelift
ON SALE NOW! The June 2016 edition of Wheels is out today
DUST BUSTER! Last blast in the Falcon Sprint XR8; Holden hatches the new Commodore; Maserati and Jaguar’s SUV-led recovery and much more!
Volvo reveals ‘40 series’ small cars it will share with Geely
Compact Modular Architecture to spawn future conventional, hybrid and electric small cars
Mazda CX-9 leads way on active safety
Active safety will be front and centre when Mazda’s large SUV contender hits the streets
BMW M140i and M240i herald faster, more frugal compacts
More from less is the promise of BMW’s new engine
McLaren 540C Quick Review
We drive the cheapest McLaren ever offered in Australia.
2016 Renault Megane GT Review
We sneak an early look at a Euro-spec Renault Megane GT ahead of its local launch later this year.
Ford GT to wear Aussie-made carbon rims
Ford reaches out to Geelong’s Carbon Revolution for its new supercar
Mitsubishi chief to quit over fuel scandal: Report
Fudged figures fallout claims a high-profile scalp at Mitsubishi
Luxury Car Tax tipping point to rise
Level at which controversial tax kicks in rises, but incentive gap to fuel-efficient cars narrows
BMW M135i long-term update 4
Can we forgive the M135i’s dirty secret?
Owners take fight to Ford Australia over Powershift transmissions
Class action claims thousands of customers should receive refunds and compensation from Ford over ‘jerky’ dual-clutch gearbox
Why do I need valve caps?
Ever thought of ditching the valve caps on your tyres? We don’t blame you. They’re dirty, fiddly and annoying. They’re also crucial.
Children left too long in infant capsules are at risk
New research suggests travelling with a child in an infant seat for too long can be deadly.
Renault Megane GT review
A taster of the Renault’s next-gen hot hatch
