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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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The world’s most efficient electric car
Acclaimed formula one racing car designer and creator of the iconic McLaren F1 supercar, has gone from fast to frugal with his latest design, the ultra compact T.27 city vehicle, claimed by its maker to be the world’s most efficient electric car.
Blonde Supercar crash
A parade showcasing some of the world’s best and most expensive supercars ended with one hapless blonde crashing her $370,000 Bentley Azure into a $111,000 Mercedes S Class.
Hyundai’s Korean Accent
The onslaught of new and updated models continues at Hyundai with the arrival of the fourth generation Accent in Australia.
Big Jonah inside Lambo’s whale
World rugby superstar Jonah Lomu, recently visited Lamborghini HQ and managed to fold his 196cm/125 kg frame into the new Aventador LP 700-4.
Competition to heat up in car market
Competition is set to heat up in Australia’s car industry, following Japanese car maker Toyota announcing a roll out of new car models over the next 18 months.
Peugeot promises GTI revival
Peugeot has promised it will revive the GTI legend with its forthcoming 208 range next year. Replacing the seven-year-old 207 range, the all-new 208 will be shown at the Geneva motor show in February.
Pippa Middleton’s $60k BMW gets clamped
Her rear has won the world over but now another rear of hers is making headlines. Pictures have emerged showing the back of Pippa Middleton’s car being clamped.
Benz goes back in Black Series
The 4.0-litre CRT M3 finale-party has officially been crashed by the boys at AMG, with the unveiling of the long-awaited C63 AMG Black Series.
New 2011 Volkswagen Beetle
New 2011 Volkswagen Beetle
Italian Military Police Adopt Lotus Evora S
Two Lotus Evora S are to be used as rapid response cars by the Italian Carabinieri.
Young Koreans shape Ferrari’s future
A team of young design students from South Korea has beaten out the best from Europe and the rest of the world to win the 2011 Ferrari World Design Contest.
Veyron-beating Shelby supercar unveiled
Meet America’s alternative to the Bugatti Veyron. It’s called the Shelby Tuatara, and boasts a 7.0-litre twin-turbo V8 engine producing more than 1000kW.
Turbine-powered Batmobile
Turbine-powered Batmobile
Peugeot forecasts 70% sales growth by 2013
Peugeot is targeting 10,000 sales in Australia by 2013, up 70% on the 6500 unit tally expected in full-year 2011
Four ways to slash your motoring premiums
Comprehensive car insurance can seem like a lot of money, particularly when you’re faced with a large initial outlay. And if all goes well, you may never see a return on your premium. But there are a number of ways to trim your insurance policy, maintain your safety, and save you a bundle.
World’s weirdest crashes
World’s weirdest crashes
New Stratos on hold
The New Stratos project has struck a snag in its bid to produce a limited production run of its modern interpretation of Lancia’s Ferrari.
Melbourne Motor Show wrap-up
The 2011 Australian International Motor Show is in full swing, so here’s our wrap of the best fresh metal that graced the halls.
Window to the world: Toyota’s new interactive car
Can’t quite make out that object in the distance? Use your fingers to zoom in and out, much the same as you would with an iPhone photo.
Bugatti launches ‘porcelain’ Grand Sport L’Or Blanc
Bugatti has launched a world-first one-off special edition by creating a Grand Sport that uses porcelain in its construction.
Futuristic Concept Cars
Futuristic Concept Cars
Highway to Hell: Worst car recalls ever
Check out our list of stand out recalls from the past 40 years, clearly dominated by a select few unable to learn from mistakes…
BMW M3 Pure Edition
OF ALL the marketing-bullshit-soaked labels BMW hurls around ‘Pure’ is by far the most meaningful for drivers
Skoda Fabia RS
Skoda’s Fabia RS may look like a Suzuki Swift Sport gone wrong, but it drives like a VW Polo GTI done just right
