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
Former Ferrari F1 engineer says Scuderia is ‘running scared’
The Scuderia could go without a win for the first time since 2014, and there is a culture of fear within the F1 squad
2016 Infiniti Q30 Range Review
The Infinti Q30 is a high-riding hatch that is the smallest, and also the cheapest, car made by Nissan’s premium arm.
2017 Subaru BRZ price cuts
Subaru cuts price on 2017 BRZ manual and auto, spec upgraded
2016 Peugeot 308 Active Quick Review
A recent update to the 308 Active has added value to one of the most entertaining hatchbacks on the market.
Toyota 86 receives Ferrari 458 V8 engine swap
Notorious drifting wild man Ryan Tuerck had the wacky idea to put a Ferrari V8 into a Toyota 86, and the result is glorious
2017 Porsche Panamera Sport Turismo spied
Shooting brake version of Porsche’s second-gen Panamera set for Australia in 2017.
Australian drivers favour fuel efficiency over power
A survey shows most Australian drivers value fuel efficiency as a top priority, with almost a third regretting their vehicle purchase.
Top tips to save fuel
No one wants to spend more on fuel than they have to. Here are some tips on how you can save money on fuel simply by driving smarter.
2017 Mercedes-Benz S-Class to introduce next-gen in-line six-cylinder engines
Engine makeover includes new four, six and eight cylinder powertrains, and a shift to 48-volt batteries.
Sebastian Vettel explodes at Mexico F1 GP
The four-time World Champion was fired up, telling race director Charlie Whiting exactly what he thought
Toyota Camry range gets navigation upgrade at lower end
The lower half of the Toyota Camry range is now available with satellite navigation either included or optional.
Daniel Ricciardo finishes third in Mexico F1 GP after penalty-fest
Three drivers finish third in wild Formula One race, Sebastien Ogier wins in Wales, and Lambo wins first Hampton Downs 101
Ford profits halve as rivals book a good quarter
Slow US sales have cut Ford’s third-quarter profit in half. GM, Fiat Chrysler and even Tesla, meanwhile, peg a good one
2015 Renault Clio RS long-term review
A track day reveals the Clio RS as marriage material – with one potential deal-breaker.
Sound Engineering: Geek Speak
Getting the right engine note is becoming big business
Bang For Your Bucks 2016: Behind the scenes
Our BFYB veteran on the enduring and changing colours of this annual mega-test
Archive: Holden Spark v Kia Picanto v Suzuki Celerio
New baby Holden Sparks a $15K battle with crisp class fave Suzuki Celerio and spicy newcomer Kia Picanto.
Top 10 caravan tow vehicles for 2016
Need something new to pull your caravan this summer? Here are the best holiday tugs for 2016 as judged by the expert team at Caravan World.
Mercedes-AMG GT3 review
Fancy yourself for the Bathurst 12 Hour? Prove it
Mercedes-AMG A45 #1: BFYB 2016 $50-100K
A hell-of-a-lot-of bang enough to bring glory
Glynn Helgeson: ROH alloy wheel designer
South Australian ‘mag’ designer is never out of fashion
Nissan GT-R drives from Singapore to Mount Everest Base Camp
That ain’t no place for a supercar.
Car buyers guide – is now the best time to buy a medium premium SUV?
In a new WhichCar series, we reveal upcoming updates or major changes for Australia’s most popular vehicles.
Holden SS-V Redline #2: BFYB 2016 $50-100K
Going out on a high, albeit as the bridesmaid
