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
Mazda CX-5 vs Kia Sportage v Kia Sorento: Which diesel SUV should I buy?
Peter needs an SUV with a high, ergonomic seating position with an economical diesel engine.
2017 Mazda 2 Genki quick review
The Mazda 2 proves that light cars can be well equipped and fun to drive while remaining affordable.
2018 Holden Commodore to keep V8 for Supercars
New engines pushed back a year, while Triple Eight to attempt trials for V6 car
Second Bathurst circuit gets on-track
4.58km second Bathurst track now three-quarters funded
One-off HSV VX Series 2 GTS for sale
World’s only VX II GTS currently for sale
Top five fastest front-drivers at the ‘Ring
Honda has reclaimed the Nurburgring front-wheel-drive lap record with its Civic Type R, beating back aggressive European competition
Holden to shed 30 dealers as shutdown looms
An almost 70-year-old car-making business won’t be the only thing Holden plans to quit by the year’s end
2017 Kia Rio Si v Mazda 2 Genki light hatch comparison review
The all-new Kia Rio holds up well against most of its light-car competitors but how does it fare against the highly regarded Mazda 2?
2017 Skoda Octavia RS245 hangs on automatic choice
Skoda’s best corner-carving Octavia yet will need to have a DSG option if it is to become a permanent addition to Australia’s showrooms
Five ultimate BMW M3s part 2: E36 M3 GT
While the M3R was more powerful, the GT wins on liveability and the cool-factor
Audi Q2 v Mini Countryman v VW Tiguan vs Ford Escape v Mazda CX-5: which SUV should I buy?
Cheryl wants to know which small or medium SUV offers a good mix of power, safety and features?
2017 BMW 530e iPerformance Quick Review
BMW rounds out its 5 Series offerings with a plug-in hybrid executive saloon that costs no more than the fossil fuel-burning alternative to buy
2017 BMW 530e iPerformance review
BMW’s all-new 5 Series range adds a plug-in hybrid version, but without the price hike the tech usually attracts
2018 Holden Commodore to get a V8!
Supercars-spec version of Holden’s NG Commodore will have a V8 under the bonnet in 2018 – and it’ll look like this
2017 Lexus LC500 review
Striking concept car looks wrap an all-new platform and the most encouraging sporty Lexus since the one and only LFA
2018 Lexus LC 500 Hybrid review
Hybrid works better on paper than on the road
Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk first drive review
The addition of the off-road-focused Trailhawk has expanded the repertoire of an updated Grand Cherokee line-up.
2018 Lexus LC 500 review
Lexus takes another step forward with flagship V8 two-door
Dodge Viper ACR to take another stab at Nurburgring record with crowd-funded cash
America’s patriotic public raises $159,000 to pack the Dodge Viper ACR’s bags and send it off in search of lap time supremacy in Germany
2017 Kia Rio Si quick review
Kia introduced the fourth generation of its popular Rio light hatch earlier this year, bringing with it a European-inspired look and enhanced ride
Five ultimate BMW M3s part 1: E30 Sport Evolution
A look at the greatest production BMW E30 there ever was
Porsche 911 Turbo S Exclusive Series arrives with ultra-exclusive $590k price tag
Fancy the fastest 911 Turbo you can buy? Porsche’s 911 Turbo S Exclusive Series is your steed – at a hefty cost
Motorsport’s angriest men
Who’s on pole for a thrombo?
2017 Suzuki Swift quick review
Suzuki’s all-new instalment in the long-running Swift series arrives in Australia, with a four-model lineup and significant improvements to space, refinement, safety and driveability.
