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
Toyota recalls LandCruiser 200, HiLux for label error fix
Variants in the Landcruiser 200 and HiLux lines have incorrect labels attached, owners encouraged to get them swapped
Renault completes move to distributor Ateco in Australia – UPDATE
After years of poor sales, Renault has made the move to importer status with Ateco
Jaguar Land Rover to bring in five-year warranty from April 1
Jaguar Land Rover matches Mercedes-Benz with best-in-class warranty on new cars; Audi and BMW sticking with three-year offer
MINI Electric Pacesetter leads the way in Formula E
Safety car inspired by JCW showcases performance potential of electric-only MINI hatch
SAIC R Auto ES33 showcases next-gen tech
Concept could be coming to Australia as an MG-badged SUV
Lexus LF-Z Concept unveiled
Electric SUV concept shows off Japanese automaker’s electrified future
2021 Mazda MX-30 G20e Evolve review
MX-30 hybrid experiment brings a little Mazda magic but lacks an EV’s spark
Mazda MX-30 Hybrid pricing and features
Mazda’s comprehensively equipped MX-30 hybrid paves the way for its first fully electric vehicle
How the Diablo replaced the Countach and saved Lamborghini
Born from adversity, the Diablo cemented Lamborghini’s future as a modern car maker
2021 Audi RS Q3 v Mercedes-AMG GLA 45 S comparison review
Things gets heated fast as these baby SUVs fight for their place in the performance car world
2021 Renault Captur pricing and features
Renault has priced-up the second-generation Captur small SUV which will be in dealerships by March
Kia reveals all-electric EV6, Australian launch confirmed
Korean automaker’s first EV confirmed for Australian market
2021 Renault Captur Intens review
Renault’s baby SUV has matured, but can it be a serious contender in Australia’s cut-throat crossover market?
Mercedes-Benz unveils EQS interior with huge 55.5-inch display
Next-gen interior dominated by 55.5-inch OLED digital dash
2021 Bentley Continental GT V8 review
Crewe’s missile, downsized
2021 Ford Transit recalled for driveshaft fix
Ford’s big Transit caught up in manufacturing fault, high-kilometre examples at greatest risk
Subaru recalls 2021 Outback
Just one month into its Australian campaign, the new-generation Outback has been called back for electrical issues
New Genesis concept could preview Essentia electric coupe
Sleek coupe concept could be close to production-spec
Legends Series: Peugeot 206 GTi
Peugeot’s definitive hot hatch of 1984 was an extremely hard act to follow
Mazda BT-50 Thunder revealed for Australia
Ultimate expression of Aussie BT-50 will start from $65,990
Legends Series: Renault Megane RS280
We explore the ten hardest acts to follow of the automotive world
The easiest way to get involved in grassroots motorsports
Not everyone likes to volunteer, but Newman finds its an easy job – and a fun one!
2021 Tesla Model 3 Long Range review
How far can Tesla’s long distance Model 3 travel in the real world?
2003 Toyota Corolla Sportivo – Forgotten fast cars
Andy Enright reflects on Toyota’s 2003 attempt at hot hatch glory
