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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
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Bodywork
Toyota Corolla, Yaris hatches go hybrid-only in Australia – except GR performance models
Toyota Australia has announced petrol-only versions of the Corolla and Yaris hatches have been axed – excluding the GR Corolla and GR Yaris
EV sales are getting a boost through incentivised novated leasing
Tax breaks for leased EVs proving irresistible to many.
Exploring the countryside with the Mahindra XUV700
We embarked on a day trip to Victoria’s Spa Country with Mahindra’s family-focused SUV
Porsche Taycan Turbo GT pricing: $416k hero revealed
Porsche’s record setting and most powerful series-production model of all time will reach Australia in mid 2024 with a $416,600 starting price
NVES: VW leaves FCAI policy committee
Volkswagen Group Australia – which includes the VW, Audi, Skoda and Cupra brands – has quit the FCAI’s policymaking committee over differences in its fuel-efficiency standard position
Auction watch: HSV Coupe 4, Maserati Ghibli, Mazda RX-8 and more!
A former COTY winner and a collectible HSV are in the spotlight this week.
2024 Ford E-Transit electric van review
In many ways, the electrification of Ford’s enduring Transit van just makes sense. But does the price?
2025 Audi A3 facelift revealed, Australian timing confirmed
Audi A3 facelift revealed with revised design and updated tech – and a jacked-up Allstreet hatch model that won’t come to Australia
2025 Peugeot E-3008 electric SUV: Australian launch timing confirmed for Tesla Model Y, Toyota bZ4X rival
Peugeot Australia has confirmed local timing for the all-new E-3008 electric midsize SUV
GWM Tank 500 to debut improved aftersales support, connected services
GWM improves capped-price service and roadside assist coverage for Tank-badged models; launches new connected services app
Polestar leaves Australia’s new-car lobby group following Tesla exit
Electric vehicle specialist Polestar has joined Tesla in quitting the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries in protest of its fuel-efficiency standard position
2024 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV GSR: Blacked-out flagship priced
New blacked-out range-topping variant added to electrified Mitsubishi Outlander line-up
Rivian reveals smaller R2 and surprises with compact R3X
Rivian says its new R2 and R3X, revealed this week, will be “available internationally following their 2026 North American launch – leaving hope for an Australian release
Wheels catch-up: Lexus GX, LBX pricing + bZ4X, Solterra, Ioniq 5 N, 911 Dakar reviews
Here are the stories that made headlines this week
2024 Ford E-Transit: Quick review
The first electric van from Ford is here and it’s making a strong case for itself
2024 Hyundai IONIQ 5 N track review
Fun? In an electric vehicle? On a race track? That’s what the barnstorming 478kW Hyundai IONIQ 5 N claims to deliver. We find out
Could Walkinshaw Performance tweak the Touareg?
How a Touareg ‘Walkie’ might look
Jaguar to axe all petrol cars, with plans for an all-EV lineup
JLR set to produce nothing but battery-electric vehicles, with three brand new models to come, sharing a common platform.
2024 Toyota bZ4X review: Australian first drive
Big T’s first EV is a conservative effort with a reasonable asking price
EV naysayers falling into “an incredible trap”, says Polestar CEO
Polestar sees opportunity for EVs, against demand crisis.
Tesla quits the FCAI; claims lobby group misled consumers
Explosive letter sees Tesla exit the FCAI and refer it to the competition watchdog. Other EV brands could follow
2024 Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 pricing and features
The latest Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 has switched to a four-cylinder and is more expensive than the old V6 model
Tesla criticises industry body for lobbying against New Vehicle Efficiency Standard
EV maker accuses the FCAI of knowingly making false claims, using scare language
Euro NCAP wants more physical controls and less touchscreens to achieve five-star rating
Euro NCAP to require physical controls rather than touchscreens for certain functions, to achieve five star rating.
