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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 Mercedes-AMG EQE revealed; 505kW EQE 53 set for Australia
The flagship EQE variant has been confirmed for a local launch
JET Charge receives $25 million funding boost for EV infrastructure development
The company aims to make EV chargers easier to own and use
The 10 best hidden European racing circuits
You’ve done Nürburgring, Spa and Silverstone? How about something a little more intimate but which delivers serious driving fun? Andy Enright is your guide
2022 Jeep Meridian: Compass-based seven-seater teased for India
A new Jeep family SUV is on the way – and it could come to Australia
2016-2020 Toyota C-HR recalled over missing towbar label
The company now has multiple recalls out across various models for the same reason
2022 Lexus NX350h review: Australian first drive
The new-generation NX medium SUV brings new looks, upgraded powertrains and an all-new driver interface. But does it still feel like a Lexus?
Porsche’s new LMDh racer to use twin-turbo hybrid V8
Porsche to return to WEC in 2023 with all-new V8 racer
Ford releases 3D printing files for Maverick accessories
Blue Oval puts interior functions into owners hands
2022 BMW 1, 2 and 3 Series Sport variants announced
The new grades give buyers a cut-price entrance to BMW’s model range
Ford designs manual transmission without a clutch
Ford joins Toyota in filing new designs involving the manual gearbox
Stellantis twin-turbo inline-six petrol engine ‘close to production’
We could see the Hemi V8’s replacement on show as early as April
2022 Skoda Enyaq Coupe iV: Everything we know
Skoda has revealed its electric coupe SUV, with up to 545km of driving range
2022 Audi A8 and S8 review: International First Drive
Updated A8 a more of styling nip-tuck than major tech upgrade, especially as Australia won’t get the Level 3 autonomous tech or fabulous PHEV drivetrain
2022 Cupra Formentor: Australian features revealed ahead of launch
The Fortmentor will arrive with the rest of Cupra’s fleet in July
Mercedes-Benz gives air-cooled technology a new lease on life in EV future
This is how Mercedes-Benz plans to ditch water cooling for trick aerodynamics to maximise the utility of new EV powertrains
Government advisor, Red Energy become early Toyota Mirai adopters
Toyota’s hydrogen hero car is joining business fleets around Australia
2015-2021 Lexus RX and UX models recalled over ADR compliance issue
A number of variants are being recalled under the notice over a labelling error
2021 Toyota Camry facelift brings upgraded styling and safety
Petrol V6 axed, prices increase across the board
WATCH: All the car ads of Super Bowl LVI
Automotive manufacturers go big with their 2022 ad campaigns
New 4x4s arriving in 2022
Take a look at our list of the refreshed 4x4s set to launch in Australia this year
Toyota files patent application for electric vehicle manual transmission
Would you row your own in an EV?
Stellantis set to sign €1bn deal with Italian Government for battery plant
The multi-national automotive manufacturer is pushing hard in its electrification strategy
Lamborghini looks to continue with ICEs beyond 2030
Synthetic fuels touted as a lifeline to internal combustion
2022 Gunther Werks Speedster Porsche 911 993 review
Californian restomodders perfect open-air Porsche coolness, and we steal the keys!
