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
Cadillac Escala Concept revealed
Aussie-designed V8 concept debuts in Cali, previews next-gen Caddys
Australia’s motoring future is bleak
We have had a glimpse at our automotive future, and it is bloody miserable.
Porsche 911 R review
If only Porsche’s incredible 911 GT3 RS came in manual. Well, you’re looking at it – and it’s bliss
ACCC and fuel retailers disagree on profit margins
An ACCC report claims motorists aren’t seeing the full benefit of low global oil prices, while fuel retailers have been recording increased profits. However, the organisation representing fuel retailers says the report is being selective with the information it presents.
1971 Ford Falcon GT HO Phase 3 review
In 1971, Wheels gained an exclusive first drive of the car conceived by Ford to win Bathurst, the Ford Falcon GT HO Phase 3 – and using that now-famous doctored photo. Even today, this edition stands out as the magazine’s biggest-selling issue.
2016 Pebble Beach highlights
This year’s Monterey Car Week managed to stir up all seven deadly sins with the sheets coming off an incredible line up of concept and launch vehicles that became instant legends.
Audi A3 etron vs BMW i3 comparison review
It’s a battle of plug-ins, with the futuristic BMW i3 Range Extender facing off against the more conventional Audi A3 e-tron to see which makes the better premium small hybrid.
Mazda MX-5 RF buyers told to tap the brakes on special edition
Want one of the first targa-top MX-5s sold in North America? Your name will need to be on the list…
Honda Civic Type R arriving 2017 from sub-$50K
Manual-only hot hatch to tackle Focus RS here from 2017
New cars on sale in Australia: September and October
If you’re thinking of buying a new car in the coming months, and aren’t sure which new models are arriving, this list is essential reading.
Ogier blitzes WRC while Crutchlow wins first MotoGP race
Defending rally champion back to winning ways, while wild weather mixes it up for the bikes.
Ford GT production extended
Extra GTs confirmed
What the Holden Racing Team decision really means
Holden fans, it’s not the end of the world. Just a redrawing of empire boundaries.
Volvo builds 1790kW speed record truck
Swedish super truck set to break records
Thailand replaces Japan as Australia’s biggest car importer
July’s new-car sales made history as Thailand replaces Japan as Australia’s biggest source of imports.
1970 XY Ford Falcon GT road test
Bill Bourke’s GT Special goes into production to top the new range …
Lamborghini Centenario Roadster revealed
Ultra-exclusive mega-dollar Aventador unveiled
BMW M240i powers up, prices cut
500Nm compact coupe replaces M235i for $2500 less
2016 Toyota RAV4 Cruiser AWD Petrol Quick Review
Good looks and extra space a bonus for original cross-over SUV.
Kamaz Dakar truck chases VW Rally car on WRC’s fastest stage
David and Goliath battle it out in Finland.
Car buyer’s guide – is now the best time to buy a medium premium car?
In a new WhichCar series, we reveal upcoming updates or major changes for Australia’s most popular vehicles.
V8 Supercars team-mates push championship benchmark, Whincup to improve
Six-times champ admits he needs to communicate better with engineers to develop car speed.
From the Wheels archives: 1969 Ford Falcon 351 CID GT HO road test
First full test of Ford Motor Company’s ultimate sixty-niner, published in the November 1969 issue of Wheels…
1954 Ford Thunderbird: retro series
The original Ford Thunderbird was a smash hit, then daddy took the T-Bird away
