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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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An all-electric endeavour: Off-roading a Volkswagen ID.4 in the American desert
What it’s like to complete the gruelling 2021 Rebelle Rally in a Volkswagen ID.4 electric SUV
Porsche to auction Taycan-based NFTs for charity
Australian artists were commissioned to create the unique pieces
The Lexus LC F doesn’t exist, but we think it should
No points in guessing what the F stands for
Nissan Ariya Single Seater Concept unveiled
The latest concept from Nissan crams an electric powertrain from the Ariya crossover into a single-seat racer
2022 Lotus Emira GT4 pricing announced for Australia
Reservations for the hand-built racecar are now open, ahead of an Australian arrival later in 2022
2022 Audi SQ7 and SQ8 switch to twin-turbo petrol V8 powertrains
Audi’s performance SUVs are the last to drop the diesel V8, moving instead to a petrol V8 engine
Labor election promise: ‘We’ll slash emissions by 43 per cent by 2030’
Labor has gone further than the Coalition, which made its own announcement in October
VFACTS November 2021: Month’s new-car sales weakest result since global financial crisis
Australian new-car market posts worst November figure since 2008, but set to pass one-million registrations for 2021
Gen3 Supercars revealed at Bathurst 1000 ahead of 2023 racing debut
The next-generation of Australian supercars break cover at Mount Panorama
2023 Lexus RZ electric SUV teased
The first dedicated electric Lexus has been teased ahead of its unveiling
2022 Polestar 3: New electric SUV teased again
Firm hints at UK pricing, but we’ll have to wait to hear more about what plans are for Australia
2023 BMW i7 teased: Electric sedan confirmed, shown testing in the snow
Set to compete with the Mercedes-Benz EQS, the full-electric 7 Series is expected to debut next year with an iX-based powertrain
2021 Ram 2500 and 3500 recalled
Both the 2500 and 2500 Ram have been recalled due to a fire risk
2022 Hyundai Kona N review: Tested on road and track
When physics give you lemons, make lemonade
Why the Mazda NA MX-5 is a Modern Classic
It was the lightweight roadster that brought pure driving pleasure to the masses, and delivered bulk smiles per hour
2014-2016 Kia Carnival recalled
Over 7000 models are subject to a potential failure with the indicator system
Tesla found guilty of reducing charging speeds for older models in retrial
Tesla has admitted to throttling recharging on early vehicles, but says it’s for the best
BMW app enhanced – UPDATE: Digital Key added to Android devices
BMW drivers in Australia will be able to access extra systems through the My BMW app, with the brand also announcing selected Android smartphones can now utilise its Digital Key service
Mercedes-Benz Project Maybach: Electric off-road coupe concept unveiled
The luxurious off-road concept was created with the assistance of fashion designer Virgil Abloh, who died last week
Mercedes-Benz to offer electric vans and people-movers locally from 2022
Three new electric Mercedes-Benz vans are set to land in Australia next year, with more to follow
2021 Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 review
A Cayman GT4 could be the most achievable true sportscar experience when it comes to value for money
Opinion: International motor shows need to stay
It’s not just the thrill of the chase, motor shows help keep the manufacturers accountable
Kia design boss says a ute would fit in brand’s portfolio
Could a Kia ute still be on the cards? The company’s design boss still likes the idea
Bugatti EB 112 concept: One of three prototype sedans up for sale
The four-door sedan never made it to series-production, but three prototype cars were manufactured – and now one is up for sale in Germany
