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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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2023 VW Amarok vs Ford Ranger comparison review
Tubthumping: Can the all-new Volkswagen Amarok put the stoppers on the market-leading Ford Ranger? We test them on road and off

The Greatest Sports Cars Ever: 70 Years of Wheels
When engineers set out to delight drivers, rather then merely transport occupants, great things happen

2023 Porsche Macan pricing and features
Prices have increased for Porsche’s popular midsized premium sports SUV.

VW goes after keyboard warriors with new Amarok ad
Volkswagen’s latest TV commercial (remember those?) sees a keen employee track down online haters

2024 Toyota C-HR: New hybrid-only model teased ahead of June 26 reveal
Toyota has confirmed the second-generation C-HR small SUV will debut later this month

Lotus LM150 racer up for auction, ends this Thursday!
Light, elegant and wickedly quick, the Lotus Eleven built a formidable reputation. For some, the Le Mans version is the ultimate

BYD Dolphin EV on sale in Australia from June 22, pricing due this week
Confirmed: It’ll be called the BYD Dolphin rather than the ‘Atto 2’, and get this – they’re launching it at Seaworld. Love it. ?

The 70 Greatest Cars Ever: 70 Years of Wheels
Built by Wheels staffers past and present, this list will doubtless exclude some of your personal favourites. These are the greats, and greatness can be a surprisingly tricky concept to nail down.

The Greatest Sedans Ever: 70 Years of Wheels
The family four-door may be out of favour these days, but there was a time, not so long ago, when these were the most important cars in the automotive world

2023 Mitsubishi Triton GLX: Quick review
When it comes to practicality and bang-for-buck, the Triton GLX 9is an enticing package

There’s another 22B up for auction, so here’s a history lesson on the Japanese icon
Another example of the most prized expression of the supercar-baiting turbo all-paw four is up for sale. Here’s Stahly with an explainer.

2023 Hyundai Kona EV vs Kia Niro EV comparison review
Korea’s leading brands both offer electric cars for around $60-65K but should you choose Hyundai or Kia?

Porsche Mission X hyper EV concept revealed, production could happen!
The Porsche Mission X concept is a spiritual all-electric successor to the 918 Spyder that could spawn a Nürburgring record-beating production version

The greatest race cars to ever win at Le Mans
These are the Legends of La Sarthe that conquered the biggest endurance race on the planet

Le Mans 2023: 10 reasons to watch this year’s race
Ten facts about the 100th running of the world’s best endurance race

Luxury Car Tax (LCT) could be cut for EVs under EU trade deal
European-made EVs could become more attainable as the government considers lifting or exempting the controversial LCT.

2024 Lexus GX revealed: All-new Prado-based 4×4 likely for Australia
The first all-new Lexus GX since 2009 has debuted, providing our first official glimpse at the long-anticipated 2024 Toyota Prado

2025 Hyundai Sonata N hero imagined
Should Hyundai’s hero N division build it?

Ford & GM switching to Tesla NACS EV chargers in North America
The landmark move will see the first non-Tesla car manufacturer integrate with its Supercharging network

Kia Sportage Hybrid confirmed for Australia
While it won’t rival RAV4 on volume, healthy supply will boost mid-sizer’s popularity

How to watch the 24 Hours of Le Mans 2023
Watching Le Mans 2023 should be easy in this era of streaming, right? It mostly is, once you know where to go. Here’s your guide!

2023 MG ZS, ZST, EV review: Full range detailed
Everything you need to know about the MG ZS range, one of Australia’s most affordable cars in both its petrol and electric forms. It’s popular, too.

2023 Mazda CX-60 pricing and features, accessories announced
CX-60 brings a new platform, fresh engines and is Mazda’s first plug-in hybrid. It’s also one of the most expensive Mazdas ever…

2023 Yaris Cross GR Sport review
Toyota gives the Yaris Cross a warming over by dropping on a GR Sport badge and dropping the ride height
