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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
Engine tech
Bodywork
First Fang: Alfa Romeo 4C Launch Edition
Finally… Alfa Romeo’s golden child sports car hits Aussie terra firma
2015 Alfa Romeo Giulietta review
The Giulietta Quadrifoglio Verde packs the 4C’s 1750 turbo four when combined with the TCT twin-clutch transmission. Improved materials quality, a more aggressive soundtrack and a host of detail changes see the hottest Giulietta come out swinging
Lotus reveals Evora 400, its ‘fastest Lotus ever’
Lotus aims squarely at Porsche’s Cayman GT4 with new 300km/h coupe
60 Greatest Performance Cars of all time: 10-1
The countdown concludes
2015 Alfa Romeo 4C review
Alfa Romeo delivers on its promises with the 4C. With drive going to the right pair of wheels, a carbon tub and a mid-rear-mounted engine bunkered low, this ought to be a modern classic
2015 Geneva Motor Show: McLaren P1 GTR first official pics
McLaren unleashes a more powerful, stripped-out track version of it’s already more powerful, stripped out flagship road car
60 Greatest Performance Cars of all time: 20-11
The countdown continues
New Audi R8 details released ahead of Geneva
Next-gen Audi supercar loses V8 and manual gearbox, gains style and performance
Aston Martin reveals Vantage GT3 special edition
The Vantage GT3 special edition; the ultimate gentleman’s racer
2015 Geneva Motor Show: Kia Sportspace first official pics
Hot wagon set for Geneva previews sexy new Kia Optima
Rolls-Royce SUV confirmed
British brand to go head-to-head with Bentley high-rider as the battle for the ultra-rich buck heats up
2015 Geneva Motor Show: Skoda Superb first official pics
Skoda’s flagship saloon unveiled in Prague ahead of Geneva show
Vale Geoff Paradise
A pioneer of Australian auto publishing is being remembered for not only kick-starting magazines, but an entire culture. The creator of Street Machine and Fast Fours and Rotaries kick-started more than magazines, but an entire culture
Ferrari draws F1 concept, internet melts
How do you make Formula One sexy again? This is one way to do it, says Ferrari
2015 Hyundai Tucson first official pics
Apple and Android connectivity as well as a dual-clutch for iX35 replacement
Lexus twit leaks secret LF-SA Geneva concept
A short-lived Twitter leak from Lexus Europe shows what could be a Geneva-bound Toyota Yaris-based LF-SA concept
60 Greatest Performance Cars of all time: 30-21
The countdown continues
Ford picks new Australian home
Trendy inner-city Richmond to replace Broadmeadows as the new home of Ford’s post-carmaking future
Ford recalls 18K Falcons, Territorys to fix dodgy ignition
Almost a year’s worth of locally made vehicles at risk of engine failure
Classic Wheels: Donald Campbell and his Bluebird car world speed record
How Donald Campbell broke the world land speed record on Lake Eyre
Motor Sport Report – 16/2/15
Erebus considers GT future; Bathurst wants to poach MotoGP; Last-gasp win to Ogier; Bowe wants to race on; Strong numbers for Bathurst 12 Hour; 16-year-old takes NZ title; Mates help Aussie take on Superbike guns
2015 Geneva Motor Show preview
UPDATED: Wheels lists the pick of the premieres lining up for the 2015 Geneva Motor Show
60 Greatest Performance Cars of all time: 40-31
The countdown continues
GM green-lights Aussie-penned Chevrolet Bolt
Electric vehicle concept to spawn a production vehicle in 2017
