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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
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MOTOR September issue preview
A look inside the covers of this month’s MOTOR
Bugatti Chiron concept car sold to Saudi prince
Money doesn’t necessarily buy happiness, but it can buy a crazy video-game inspired concept car that one even knew was for sale.
Tesla confirms pricing for entire Model X range
All-electric SUV cheaper than Model S.
Car buyer’s guide – is now the best time to buy a medium car?
In a new WhichCar series, we reveal upcoming updates or major changes for Australia’s most popular vehicles.
Honda HR-V and City LE models add value
New limited edition HR-V LE and City LE come stacked with more gear.
Toyota 86 recalled: 14,906 cars affected in Australia
The hugely popular Toyota 86 sports car is being recalled for a potential power steering failure.
Honda Civic VTi-LX: 10 things you need to know
Honda’s new, 10th generation Civic is set to continue as the brand’s best-selling car. Here’s 10 things you need to know about the top-spec VTi-LX.
Honda Civic VTi-LX Sedan Quick Review
The Honda Civic sedan is making a welcome return to form in the small car category.
SPIED: Ford Mustang Highway Patrol prototype
Ford Mustang bounces back as possible Highway Patrol chariot
Why everyone should take a defensive driving course
Emergency braking manoeuvres are something we all try to avoid, but no driver should be without the skills to avoid disaster.
Chris Amon (1943-2016)
Wheels remembers a great driver who would have been even greater, with a little luck
Mazda and Toyota top SUV sales in July 2016
The SUV sector continues to increase in size and importance, and Mazda and Toyota are reaping the benefits.
Ford Mustang bounces back to earn July’s sports segment sales crown
The Blue Oval’s performance hero was the standout in last month’s sports car sales race.
2016 Mercedes-AMG C63 S Coupe review
Extra booty for the twin-turbo V8 to shake
Toyota takes back its VFACTS passenger car crown
The Toyota Corolla has triumphed over the Hyundai i30 to regain its crown as top-selling passenger car of the month.
July 2016 Australian Vehicle Sales Winners and Losers
With official new-car sales figures for July released today, WhichCar details which brands and vehicles are happy or sad.
2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE spy pics
The larger luxury SUV war is hotting up with a redesigned Mercedes-Benz GLE waiting in the wings.
Lexus no-haggle pricing positively received in the US
For the past two months Toyota’s prestige brand has been trialling a new no-negotiation policy in 11 US dealerships, with customers presented a single take-it-or-leave it price. According to Lexus, the reaction has so far been overwhelmingly positive.
Archive: Ford Falcon XR6 vs Vauxhall Omega vs Ford Scorpio vs Jaguar XJ
Peter Robinson took the quickest Falcon to Britain and drove it against the home market. The Poims had never seen it, but now they want it
Toyota Hilux trade ute tops July’s VFACTS sales chart
Ford Ranger, Holden Colorado take a back seat to Toyota Hilux in the monthly sales race.
Top 10 Most Popular Vehicles – July 2016
Toyota returns to top of the charts after a strong month of Corolla and HiLux sales.
VFACTS – Ford Mustang Outsells Falcon, Territory, Kuga, Fiesta and Mondeo in July
The Mustang has become one of Ford’s most popular models in Australia, outselling traditional volume-sellers such as the Falcon and Territory. Meanwhile, SUVs continue to snare more market share as passenger car volumes suffer
Red Bull suffering 35kW deficit to Mercedes-Benz in Formula One
Renault engine continues to be underpowered, while Ferrari continues to descend into chaos
2016 BMW M4 M Performance review
Optional extras dial up the attitude
