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

2019 Shelby Super Snake performance review
Think the atmo Mustang GT is a bit too tame? Shelby adds grip and grunt for one hell of an 800-horsepower ride

2019 Renault Zoe ZE40 Intens review: EV Megatest
Lack of DC charging capability limits usefulness and tests patience

WhichCar’s Friday Five
We scoop the 2021 Ford Ranger, Mazda3 pricing confirmed, Holden refutes takeover rumours, Honda ute catches fire when washed

Ford Focus Trend v Hyundai i30 Active comparison review
Not much separates these two spacious hatchbacks on paper, but there can only be one winner

Mazda CX-5 expected to overtake Mazda 3 as most popular model
The mantle of being the most popular Mazda in Australia is about to shift

2019 Ford Focus Trend Review
Subdued looks belie the fact the entry-level Focus is actually great fun to drive.

Watch Daniel Ricciardo’s first Renault F1 test lap
POV footage of Aussie racer testing his new F1 car

Mazda defends the manual gearbox
Fans of the DIY transmission will be welcomed with open arms at Mazda Australia

2020 Porsche 992 911 Turbo image leaks
Next-gen 911 Turbo leak pops up on Instagram

WhichCar Weekly podcast episode 7 now live
All the latest from the automotive world brought to you from our top motoring titles

SUVs (finally) the focus for Holden
Holden to shift focus from passenger cars to SUVs in an attempt to stop dwindling sales

Loyal Holden buyers to gain access to Lang Lang proving ground
Want a peek at new Holdens? Join the Club

Holden to drop some model variants
Range line-ups to be culled as Holden rationalises its portfolio

Holden Commodore and Equinox return to production
With excess stock cleared, the Holden Commodore and Equinox return to production

Track tyre test: Road tyres vs Track tyres
Forget the talk, we demonstrate first-hand the difference tyres can make to your lap time

2019 Mazda 3 pricing and specification revealed
Mazda’s new hatch goes on sale with more standard kit, but a more expensive sticker price

Humble pie for Holden: ‘we’re a challenger brand now’
Holden admits it is a challenger brand rather than a dominant player following the most dramatic sales slide in its 70-year history.

Swagger and humour for ‘new’ Holden – not ‘oi, oi, oi’
Holden is embracing its inner Aussie – without the bogan touches.

2019 Premcar Holy Grail Falcon review
The ultimate Ford Falcon V8 driven on track

‘We’re not for sale’: Holden dismisses rumours
Holden boss rubbishes sale rumours amid speculation

Peugeot 508 Sport Concept announced: 2019 Geneva Motor Show
Hybrid sportscar from France set to debut at Geneva Motor Show

2019 Mazda 3 vs Hyundai i30: How do they stack up?
The all-new Mazda 3 vies with the Hyundai i30 as the biggest rivals to Toyota’s Corolla. Which looks the best bet?

Aston Martin ‘Project 003’ hypercar teased
‘Son of Valkyrie’ hypercar shown closer to production in new image

2019 Volkswagen Touareg Launch Edition previewed
Just one variant of the new highly specced 2019 Volkswagen Tourareg available in Australia for most of 2019
