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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
2016 Lamborghini Huracan Spyder Review
Luxury ‘lifestyle’ Lamborghini drops top but keeps power
1997 Ford EL Falcon GT: How it was built
The B to L of making a Ford GT
Dual-cab 4×4 ute comparison review: Ford Ranger
There’s never been a better time to review the dual-cab 4×4 class of 2016 than right now. Wheels pitches eight of the biggest sellers in the segment for the title of King of the Heap. Here’s number two, the Ford Ranger.
2017 Toyota 86 review
The sole Toyota sports car gets a facelift
Electronic Stability Program is getting tricky
Electronic stability control isn’t just about safety.
Fiat Abarth 124 Spider Quick Review
Take a proven platform, put a turbo engine under the bonnet, let Italians design it, and you get the Abarth 124 Spider.
Dual-cab 4×4 ute comparison review: Mazda BT-50
There’s never been a better time to review the dual-cab 4×4 class of 2016 than right now. Wheels pitches eight of the biggest sellers in the segment for the title of King of the Heap. Here’s number three, the Mazda BT-50.
Hyundai i30 SR vs Kia Cerato Si comparison review
Sibling rivalry as Hyundai’s i30 SR takes on the Kia Cerato Si.
1996 Ford EL Falcon review
Ford has pinched, pulled, fiddled and finessed the Falcon to the tune of $40 million, most of it spent underneath. TODD HALLENBECK is our man in the inspection pit
2017 Mazda 6 review
G-Vectoring Control and a bunch of other subtle upgrades bring the MY17 Mazda 6 into line with the rest of its family
2016 Audi A4 Allroad Quattro review
The latest Audi A4 Allroad has landed, introducing with it turbo-petrol power to supplement the turbo-diesel. Offering all the technological and driveability benefits of the latest A4, it provides a smarter, comfier, and more dynamic alternative to many luxury SUVs.
Inside Wheels October 2016, ON SALE NOW!
SECRET STASH! Inside the rarely seen Mercedes-Benz classic car bunker. Tickford returns; James Bond’s new ride; Brock a decade on; 2016 Wheels Tyre Test
Dual-cab 4×4 ute comparison review: Toyota Hilux
There’s never been a better time to review the dual-cab 4×4 class of 2016 than right now. Wheels pitches eight of the biggest sellers in the segment for the title of King of the Heap. Here’s number four, the Toyota Hilux
Volvo V90 Cross Country is the new XC70
High-riding wagon to replace XC70 SUV.
Peugeot 308 GTi 250 Quick Review
Less power makes for a more satisfying experience in this hot hatch.
2016 Audi A4 Allroad quattro Quick Review
Audi boosts the already considerable appeal of the A4 Avant wagon with the Allroad quattro crossover version. We finally drive it in Australian conditions.
Lego reveal Caterham Seven 620R
Caterham 620R hits the bricks
Mazda 6 Quick Review
The Mazda 6 has had a series of updates since its launch and has now undergone yet another update, albeit a minor one.
Nissan confirms factory V8 Supercar and Bathurst 12 Hour assault
Factory team will continue to race Nissan Altimas for another two years.
1995 Ford EF II Falcon first drive review
At last, a tweaked chassis, more equipment and less noise makes Falcon the car it should have been from the start. Bob Hall gives EF II the thumbs up.
Nissan stays in Supercars
Altima to race in 2017 and 2018 seasons, Nissan confirms
2017 Mercedes-AMG GT Roadster and GT C revealed
Drop-top version of the AMG GT the latest to join the family, with more powerful GT C finding middle ground between road and track.
Dual-cab 4×4 ute comparison review: Nissan Navara
There’s never been a better time to review the dual-cab 4×4 class of 2016 than right now. Wheels pitches eight of the biggest sellers in the segment for the title of King of the Heap. Here’s number five, the Nissan Navara
Opinion: Jaguar F-Type, BMW M2 or Porsche Boxster?
David Morley gives us his opinion on the Jaguar F-Type, BMW M2 and Porsche Boxster
