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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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Lamborghini Aventador LP 780-4 Ultimae unveiled
Last of the Bull’s breed
What if BMW gave us a 2 Series Convertible?
Could a topless 2 Series be a smarter alternative to the Z4?
2021 VFACTS half-term sales report – Part two: Lexus to Volvo
Which manufacturers are rolling with the pandemic and parts-shortage punches of 2021 as the market continues its recovery?
Volkswagen to unlock and improve features with over-the-air updates for ID. range
Updates to be rolled out for ID.3 initially with ID.4 following shortly after
New Mk8 Golf R Wagon revealed
Long-roof Golf R to feature same equipment as hatchback sibling
Hyundai teases i30 Sedan N again with second video
Korean marque set to expand i30 N range with new Sedan variant on July 14
Will Cupra succeed Down Under?
What the odds are, for and against, the Spanish performance sub-brand being a hit on Aussie shores
2022 Lotus Emira revealed ahead of Australian debut
Lotus’s long-awaited Emira is finally here and ready to take on Porsche’s 718 Cayman
Which car should I buy? BMW M135i xDrive v Mercedes-AMG A35
Need a practical AWD sporty hatch for $70k? Here’s our good word on Mercedes-AMG’s A35 versus BMW’s M135i xDrive
Peugeot unveils challenger for Le Mans return
Three-time Le Mans winners take covers off new Le Mans Hypercar
Aston Martin Valkyrie headed to Goodwood Festival of Speed
V12 hypercar set to stun with dynamic debut at the famous hill climb
Audi teases three ‘Sphere’ concept vehicles
With ICE engines set to be gone by 2025, Audi has started to tease its EV future
2021 VFACTS half-term sales report – Part one: Alfa Romeo to LDV
Which manufacturers are rolling with the pandemic and parts-shortage punches of 2021 as the market continues its recovery?
Kia Sportage makes global debut – expected Down Under late 2021
South Korean SUV receives first update in six years
2021 Jeep Compass pricing announced for Australia
Jeep’s compact SUV scores updated styling and tech, will start from $37,950
BMW announces pricing and features of new 4 Series Gran Coupé
BMW releases second-generation Gran Coupé with hybrid technology helping boost performance
2021 GWM Ute Cannon X review: First drive
New GWM Ute kicks off the Chinese company’s iterative upgrade program, so we sneak in a quick test
Australian Grand Prix cancelled for second year running
For the second year in a row, Australia will not host a Formula 1 Grand Prix
Lamborghini teases final version of Aventador ahead of unveiling
Flamethrowing N/A V12 supercar enters its final form
Porsche and Rimac takeover Bugatti in new joint venture
Brand will be called ‘Bugatti-Rimac’
Victoria begins trial to cut blocked intersections
Six intersections to be painted yellow in a bid to raise awareness around traffic congestion
EV and PHEV sales rise as state and territory governments introduce subsidies
June sales data shows EV sales are up almost 200 per cent on last year, setting a new monthly record
VFACTS JUNE 2021: New-car sales stumble as utes dominate podium
Sales stall for the first time this year
Genesis takes covers off G80 Sport
New range-topping G80 luxury sedan set to score Sport upgrade
