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
Mini Cooper Convertible is now cheaper than ever
The 2016 Mini Cooper Convertible has gone on sale with a starting price of $37,900, which is $4800 less than its predecessor, and cheaper than when the model first went on sale in Australia in 2005.
Holden Colorado ute redesigned, upgraded for 2016
A new, improved Holden Colorado has been revealed ahead of its launch in the third quarter of 2016.
Not all Aftermarket Alloy Wheels are Made Equal
With increasing media coverage around perceived safety concerns of non-genuine OE alloy wheels, TSW Alloy Wheels Australia’s Managing Director Mitch Crosher dispels some key myths on replacement alloy wheels.
HSV Maloo R8 LSA review
For when you have to get to a job really, really fast
Mazda MX-5 rally drive
Real drivers do it sideways
Mazda RX-Vision Concept
Mazda’s stunning RX-Vision Concept previews a rotary revival, but will it make production?
2017 Porsche 718 Cayman revealed
Porsche’s turbocharged two-seater hard-top is now (slightly) more affordable than its folding roof sibling.
Beijing Motor Show: Volkswagen T-Prime Concept GTE previews new Touareg
A first look at the bigger and smarter Volkswagen Touareg expected in 2018 has been granted by the German brand’s T-Prime Concept GTE in China.
Mini Cooper Convertible: 7 Things You Need To Know
A selection of fun facts about the stylish new open-top Mini Cooper Convertible.
2016 Mini Cooper Convertible Quick Review
This is an all-new Mini Cooper Convertible. Its unmistakable looks show a distinct lineage to the original and, alongside the Fiat 500C, it’s a clear style icon.
Audi TT RS to arrive next year with supercar-baiting acceleration
The second Audi TT RS will take the German brand’s iconic coupe and roadster into supercar territory with blistering acceleration.
Paddon wins WRC Rally Argentina, Rossi wins MotoGP at Jerez
Motorsport wrap: First ever win for a Kiwi in the WRC, Van Gisbergen wins at Monza and Rossi dominates – it’s your weekly motorsport wrap
Porsche 718 Cayman revealed
Cayman switches to fours, becomes cheaper than Boxster
Audi TT RS revealed
3.7sec 0-100km/h headlines second-gen coupe flagship
BMW 340i review
Fresh powerplants give the 3 Series the spark it needs
Audi S1 long-term update 2
A coastal trip north doesn’t go entirely to plan
2016 Kia Picanto Si review
New Picanto is stylish, fun, good value and a hoot to drive. If only there was a manual!
New utes coming to Australia
Several manufacturers have announced new utes coming to Australia.
Opinion: Autobahns are no fun
Autobahns no longer offer the chance to cover ground extremely quickly
2016 Mercedes-Benz GLS review
A new look and new name, but Mercedes’ hulking seven-seater lags behind the competition
Toyota Corolla, the world’s best-selling car, celebrates its 50th birthday
As the humble Corolla turns 50, we take a look at where it all began, and how the best-selling nameplate has evolved – 40 million cars later.
BMW M6 review
Munich’s super coupe is big, bold and brutally fast
Vale Peter Williamson (1938 – 2016)
Former racing driver Peter Williamson helped pioneer in-car cameras… and added in-car commentary for the technology’s debut at Bathurst
Top 5 automatic transmissions
We love the manual, but these five are the automatic choice
