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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
2023 Kia Seltos Sport: Quick review
Kia’s small SUV has plenty to offer in an already crowded segment. Let’s see what you’ll get by jumping into a Seltos Sport.
Mercedes G-Class Junior: baby electric 4WD confirmed
‘Little G’ Mercedes g-Class will sit on company’s new MMA platform shared with upcoming electric CLA and promised to be “a lot of run on and off road”.
Watch out Nurburgring, BMW’s first electric M car is coming for you
BMW’s electric M demon to demonstrate performance superiority through Nurburgring record demolition
Cupra DarkRebel concept revealed
oof. Yes please.
Mercedes CLA concept previews Tesla Model 3 rival
Mercedes Concept CLA previews new 800-volt electric car range including swoopy Model 3 rival, shooting brake wagon and two SUVs.
Volkswagen ID GTI electric hot hatch revealed in concept form
Germany wants to make EVs properly fun.
Sharing the road with cyclists – what you need to know
As cycling continues to grow in popularity in Australia, understanding and adhering to the road rules surrounding bicycle lanes is essential for everyone’s safety
Mercedes-Benz Australia court case: The story behind the verdict
It’s official, Mercedes-Benz has won the landmark legal case over the implementation of its agency sales model in Australia – but how did it get there?
BMW aggressively optimising EV manufacturing & driving range
BMW says its efforts in the EV space won’t count for much if it’s not green, top-to-bottom.
BMW Vision Neue Klasse previews i3 sedan, and many more
It’s revolution time!
Recall roundup: Ford Ranger & Everest, Kia, Hyundai, Bentley, Mercedes-Benz, Audi
New recalls issued for the Ford Ranger and Everest, Kia Sorento, Hyundai i30, Bentley Bentayga, Mercedes-Benz S-Class and Audi TT
Polestar wants lower emissions, not beat Tesla in sales figures
The Sino-Swedish EV maker isn’t set on beating Tesla at its own game
Opinion: should car interiors have more buttons?
Minimalism and high-tech solutions are taking over but is this a case where ‘old school’ works best?
Timo Bernhard and That Nürburgring Lap Record
The king of the ‘Ring on what it felt like to demolish the all-time record
2024 Mini Cooper and Countryman revealed: Electric models due next year
Mini family goes Cooper across the board as three-door and Countryman electric models roll out at Munich auto show
What’s done to the Drift King’s Ioniq 5 N?
It comes standard with a drift mode, but Keiichi Tsuchiya is a little hard on the gear…
2023 Hyundai Tucson Elite: Quick review
Hyundai’s Tucson is a well-equipped and stylish overall package, so let’s take a look at what the mid-tier gets you.
2024 Tesla Model 3 facelift revealed, pricing confirmed
The much-anticipated Model 3 refresh has been unveiled, bringing the top-selling electric sedan more upmarket
2023 Hyundai Tucson Highlander: Quick review
In a segment with so much choice, let’s take a look at why you’d want to consider the top-of-the-range Tucson
2024 Honda CR-V pricing and features: Full details
The sixth-generation Honda CR-V family SUV has arrived in Australia with an all-new design, more room, and higher prices
Why did Mercedes-Benz Australia introduce the agency model?
German car maker’s controversial decision to switch was not met well, to say the least, but what was the rationale behind it?
2024 Tesla Model 3 refresh: Everything we know so far
Here’s the definitive guide on what to expect for the rumoured 2024 Tesla Model 3 update
2023 MG5 Essence review
In a world where cars are becoming less affordable, how good – or otherwise – is Australia’s most affordable sedan?
Father and son roadtrip with an HSV SV300
Julian’s got an HSV. Ollie just wants one. We cut them loose in the SV300 for a weekend of high-speed father and son bonding
