Technical
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
Bespoke McLaren Speedtail ‘Albert’ took 12 weeks to paint
The McLaren Special Operations department took almost three months to finish Albert’s paint job
Who’s got what: How the semi-conductor shortage is affecting Australia
It has been a known issue for many months now, but which models are affected and which aren’t? We’ve got the latest information for you here
Petrol v Diesel! Which performance SUV is faster at the drag strip?
These days there’s a performance SUV to suit every taste, but when you need to go fast – do you opt for Audi’s diesel SQ5 or Jaguar’s petrol-powered P400 R-Dynamic?
Tesla Model S sets Laguna Seca EV record
The modified Plaid came close to beating the McLaren Senna’s blistering time
Porsche and Manthey-Racing release limited-run 911 GT2 RS Clubsport 25
Factory-backed racing team helps to send off 991-generation supercar
Watch: Morgan releases Plus Four CX-T with overlanding focus
If you have a need to go off-road in a British sports car, Morgan can scratch your itch
Australian first drive: 2021 Isuzu MU-X LS-T 4×4
Wholesale changes arrive in Isuzu’s go-anywhere seven-seat MU-X SUV, even it much of the experience and oily stuff under the facade remains oh-so familiar
First Drive: 2022 Polestar 2 Long-Range Single Motor
Better built and finished than a Tesla Model 3, classier and more poised than a VW ID.4, the Polestar 2 is a promising start for Sweden’s emerging EV brand
Mercedes recalls C-Class and E-Class convertibles over headrest fault
Headrest could detach in an accident
Australian first drive: 2022 Land Rover Defender 90
The Defender ‘Shorty’ is Land Rover’s strongest modern-day interpretation of its off-road icon, but is it the pick over the 110?
Watch: Polestar launches insider video series on Precept development
EV-only brand has launched a video series which offers fans a rare look at the ideation of a new concept car
The month in MOTOR we celebrate all things Aston Martin
We detail the hybrid future of the venerable British marque in the latest edition of MOTOR
Volvo issues recall for 2019 – 2020 models over fuel system
A faulty fuse forces a recall for Volvo’s S60, V60, XC60 and XC90 models
Plans for a new Melbourne motorsport facility put on hold
Developers have pulled the plug on a new motorsport facility for Melbourne’s South East
Hyundai Staria on sale in Australia
Replacement for the iMax signals a major shift in design language
New Ford Everest spied in Australia – UPDATE: More photos surface
Next-generation Everest mule spotted on roads in Victoria
Hyundai USA adds Rugged XRT to Santa Fe line-up, no plans for Australia
Hyundai adds exterior beef to its Santa Fe range with the Rugged XRT, but not for Australia
American EV start-up Alpha reveals pricing for model range
US buyers can reserve any one of the brand’s six yet-to-be-made models
NSW Govt to install speed camera signs after public backlash over removal
The State Government will erect 1000 generic mobile speed camera signs
Kia Stinger could be replaced by an electric sedan – UPDATE
Low worldwide sales and a production shake-up could mean the end for the Kia Stinger
MG ZS scores historic top 10 spot for Chinese vehicles
The brand is achieving big things in Australia, even though it only has three models: the ZS/ZST/ZS EV, HS and MG3
First Tesla Model Y cars arrive Down Under
EV SUV makes its first appearance Down Under
VFACTS JULY 2021: New car sales defy lockdowns and parts shortages
Demand for new vehicles in Australia has continued to grow during July
Abarth launches limited edition 595 Scorpioneoro in Australia
Limited to 2000 units worldwide, just 30 vehicles are available Down Under
