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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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2016 Audi S4 review
The fourth generation of Audi’s S-badged A4 scores an all-new engine to complement its new-generation platform.
Ford Australia investigating performance Mustangs
Hotted-up pony cars on the agenda
Volkswagen Amarok Aventura: 10 things you didn’t know
Lift the bonnet on the new Volkswagen Amarok Aventura, and you might be mistaken that you’re buying a luxury Audi. Here’s 10 things you probably didn’t know about what will soon become Australia’s most expensive trade ute.
2016 Volkswagen Amarok Aventura Quick Review
Barry Park takes a look at what’s likely to be the most expensive tradie’s ute to hit Australian markets: Volkswagen’s new limited edition 3.0-litre turbo diesel V6 – the Amarok Aventura
What is a DSG transmission?
Wanted to know what DSG is, but were afraid to ask? David Morley explains the basics of direct-shift gearboxes; the good the bad and the what-you-need-to-know-when-buying.
Renault Clio updates arriving in Australia next year
An updated Renault Clio is on its way to Australia early next year featuring a range of subtle revisions to the keep the accomplished hatch looking fresh inside and out.
Ssangyong pins profitability hopes on trio of new models
Troubled carmaker previews new Rexton, Actyon and Korando models
Higher-spec Maserati Quattroporte for Australian market
Aussie buyers will get a higher-spec Quattroporte then international markets
Subaru BRZ facelift trumps Toyota 86
Performance Pack not for Oz, but new infotainment is
CAMS to allow gamers to earn real-world licenses
Australia’s motorsport governing body backs plans to give gamers real-world licenses
Subaru smashes Isle of Man TT record
WRC-spec Subaru + rally driver = blisteringly fast lap
Mansory build 530kW Mercedes-AMG GT S
German tuners build GT3-aping Merc
Dual-clutch gearbox – who was first?
Now commonplace, which manufacturer first mastered the dual-clutch?
Sydney to trial pavement warning lights for ‘petextrians’
$250,000 pedestrian ‘traffic light’ experiment for Sydney CBD to combat ‘smombie’ increase.
Fuel scandal forces Suzuki CEO resignation
Two more scalps have been claimed by the international scandal
5 things we’ve learned overnight about Apple’s car plans
The annual Apple Worldwide Developers conference has provided some clues as to how soon we’re likely to see the iCar.
6 Tips for driving in the rain
Marge, the rains are here! Winter has arrived in full force with temperatures dropping and the clouds pouring rain on our parade. Here are a few tips to stay safe while driving in the rain.
2016 Volkswagen Amarok Aventura review
Volkswagen celebrates the roll-out of a versatile diesel V6 for the Amarok with a rather expensive special edition called the Aventura
Part 3: Volvo XC90 on South Australian Food and Wine trip
WhichCar takes the Volvo XC90 on a food and wine trail through South Australia to find out how it fares as vehicle for someone without kids. In the last of our three-part series, we sample the delights of McLaren Vale on a girls (and Dad’s) day out.
Part 2: Volvo XC90 on South Australian Food and Wine trip
WhichCar takes the Volvo XC90 on a food and wine trail through South Australia to find out whether it’s a family SUV or a vehicle for someone without kids. In the second of our three-part series, we load the family into the XC90 for a day at the beach.
Mercedes unveils upgrades for its 2017 Hybrid
Bigger battery and wireless charging confirmed for the S500e
Mercedes confirms electric car debut
All-electric SUV concept set for Paris debut, with 500km range and “dangerous” performance
Porsche 911 Carrera S vs Jaguar F-Type R
In turbocharging the new 911 Carrera, has Porsche revealed a chink in its armour for Jaguar’s V8 F-Type R to exploit?
Pedestrians don’t need life saving lights
Putting warning lights in the ground for pedestrians engulfed in their mobile is just about the dumbest ‘road safety’ idea this year, argues Cameron Kirby.
