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
Alpina B5 coming to Australia
BMW 5 Series-based Alpina scores M5 donk and all-wheel drive
39 Years of Holden Commodore: 2016 – Last bragging rites
This is it folks, the last battle between Australian-made Ford and Holden V8 sports sedans – and a mighty turbo-six upstart.
Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT review: Classic MOTOR
The Gullwing-and-drop-top 435kW V8 monsters were impressive things
2018 Kia Sorento pricing and features
A mid-life upgrade brings enhanced handling and performance, a host of new standard features including automatic emergency braking and new infotainment to Kia’s seven-seat SUV
2018 Kia Sorento review
Kia’s highly acclaimed seven-seat SUV has received an upgrade which brings improved handling, a fresh face and yet more standard equipment
Matt Simmons’ tips to becoming a pro gamer
Australia’s most successful gamer-turned-pro racing driver gives his tips for virtual track domination
2018 Porsche Boxster GTS and Cayman GTS revealed
Porsche’s four-pot two-door twins get the GTS treatment
Alpina B3 S and B4 S updated for Oz
German tuner’s 3 and 4 Series based cars have copped a price cut and some more power
39 Years of Holden Commodore: 2015 – Patriot missile
Red versus blue. Green versus gold. To Bathurst from the Bush we drive these True Blue Aussie heroes
2017 Volvo XC60 quick review
Volvo’s second-generation XC60 has mastered the fashionably late, yet beautifully timed entrance.
2017 Range Rover Velar quick review
The brand-new Range Rover Velar arrives in Australia with striking looks, ready to dominate the suburbs near you
Holden VF Commodore and ZB Commodore comparison – Aussie v Import
Wheels pitches the last Aussie built Commodore against its imported replacement to see if it can rise to the challenge
2013 Audi R8 V10 Plus review: Classic MOTOR
Awesome new gearbox, more power, and less weight makes us very happy indeed
Porsche 718 Boxster GTS and Cayman GTS local pricing announced
Mid-engined turbo-four range expanded as Porsche adds GTS variants to 718 line up
39 Years of Holden Commodore: 2014 – Wheels Car of the Year finalist
The right car for Australia and (mostly) good enough for the world makes its final COTY appearance
Polestar reveals 440kw / 1000Nm hybrid coupe, Australia to miss out
Volvo’s Polestar sub-brand now has its own model, and it packs a serious punch
Polestar announces subscription ‘ownership’ service
Users can set up monthly payments for access to Polestar’s cars
Polestar 1: Polestar’s first car revealed
The first car to be built by the newly formed standalone brand is called ‘Polestar 1’
1997 McLaren F1 with 239km for sale
This legendary supercar is literally still in its wrapping after 20 years
Never-registered McLaren F1 to be auctioned
It has never officially been owned, never registered, still has protective plastic fitted, and only 238 kilometres on the odometer.
More photos emerge of final Holden Commodore
The last Holden Commodore to be built in Australia has been snapped once more, along with the empty production line behind it
2018 Lexus NX pricing and features
Lexus Australia’s biggest selling model receives a mid-life update and new pricing
More details of last Aussie Holden emerge
Last Commodore built in Australia said to be an SS-V Redline
Mazda owners are the most satisfied in Australia
A new study has revealed Mazda owners have the best long-term satisfaction in Australia
