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Daniel Gardner

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Daniel Gardner is a former staff writer and contributor for Wheels, WhichCar and 4x4 Australia.

With a degree in mechanical design, Daniel has enjoyed tenures as a mechanic and engineer – but he eventually realised writing about cars is far better than a real job.

Many cars have passed through his garage over the years. All of them produced more power than the manufacturer intended, and most of them ended up in a hedge.

Ten years on the spanners in both the UK and Australia has given Daniel a unique perspective of the constantly changing automotive landscape and a genuine insight into what customers want and need.

If you’re after a new set of wheels, he’s all ears. Just don’t ask to borrow his socket set.

2018 Porsche 911 Speedster expected at Frankfurt
Frankfurt Motor Show

2018 Porsche 911 Speedster expected at Frankfurt

Exclusive 911 Speedster special slated to join Porsche’s sportscar fold in Frankfurt

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News

Stolen Ford Mustang tracked by Facebook users

Ford Mustang returned to its carjacking victim after Facebook users lead police to thieves

What will the next wave of car technology bring?
Features

What will the next wave of car technology bring?

We’ve come a long way since the horseless carriage, but the next major automotive milestones look set to be among the most significant

2018 Mercedes-AMG GT range gains three variants
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2018 Mercedes-AMG GT range gains three variants

Mid-life update brings power boost, limited GT C Coupe and two convertibles to Mercedes-AMG GT range

2018 Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid review
Reviews

2018 Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid review

‘Hybrid’ once meant ‘eco alternative’. Panamera Turbo S puts a twist on that, and begins a new chapter of flagship performance for Stuttgart

2017 Porsche 911: Which spec is best?
Advice

2017 Porsche 911: Which spec is best?

Which variant in the extensive Porsche 911 range offers the best balance of performance, value and features?

2018 Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid quick review
Reviews

2018 Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid quick review

Porsche pumps its Panamera performance halo with hybrid power

Porsche 911 Hybrid building charge
News

Porsche 911 Hybrid building charge

Porsche ‘can do’ an electrified 911 but weight concerns and customer acceptance delay final call

2018 Porsche Panamera wagon set to get 500kW V8 hybrid power
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2018 Porsche Panamera wagon set to get 500kW V8 hybrid power

Turbo S E-Hybrid performance drivetrain slated for Porsche Panamera Sport Turismo

BMW 7 Series celebrates 40 years
Features

BMW 7 Series celebrates 40 years

2018 BMW 7 Series Edition 40 Jahre special honours four decades of the luxury flagship

2018 Mercedes-Benz S-Class adds hybrid in-line six options
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2018 Mercedes-Benz S-Class adds hybrid in-line six options

Electrified straight six offered under Mercedes S-Class bonnet in 270kW or 320kW options

Head to head: Volkswagen Golf 110TSI Highline vs Hyundai i30 SR
Reviews

Head to head: Volkswagen Golf 110TSI Highline vs Hyundai i30 SR

Hyundai is having a pop at Volkswagen’s sub-GTI Golf with a warmed up version of the i30 dubbed the SR, but does the South Korean stand a chance against the affordable small hatchback benchmark?

tesla model s us
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How many EVs are Australians really buying?

Australia is not a fan of electric vehicles, but new Tesla figures reveal the true extent of the local EV landscape

Seven hidden Audi A8 self-driving tech features
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Seven hidden Audi A8 self-driving tech features

Audi’s A8 level-three autonomous capability is far more than glorified adaptive cruise control

Audi On Demand rental app coming to Australia
News

Audi On Demand rental app coming to Australia

Audi’s On Demand hire application allows customers to ‘own the experience, not the car’

Next evolution of autonomous cars outlined by Audi
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Next evolution of autonomous cars outlined by Audi

Robo-taxi to mark the next autonomous technology milestone as Audi presses on with self-driving cars

2018 Audi A8 wired for level-three autonomy, but there’s a catch
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2018 Audi A8 wired for level-three autonomy

Technology packed 2018 Audi A8 awaits final legislative hurdles before self-driving tech goes live

Volkswagen R family expansion plans
News

Volkswagen R family expansion plans

More performance variants to build VW ‘emotion’ with expanding R sub-brand

Mercedes-AMG E63 S v Tesla Model S P100D v HSV GTSR - Video
Features

Mercedes-AMG E63 S v Tesla Model S P100D v HSV GTSR - Video

A head-to-head battle between these breakneck sedans makes more sense than you may think

Explained: Electric compressors
Features

Explained: Electric compressors

Electric compressors are becoming increasingly popular among car makers. But what are they? And how do they work?

2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack 132TSI Review
Reviews

2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack 132TSI Review

Diesel grunt, more choice and sharp tech keeps Volkswagen’s Golf Alltrack in the running as a strong SUV alternative

2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack quick review
Reviews

2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack quick review

Volkswagen’s go-anywhere Golf gets a mid-life refresh but the Alltrack update is more than a mild makeover

2018 Volkswagen Golf 110TSI Comfortline review
Reviews

2018 Volkswagen Golf 110TSI Comfortline review

Tech, performance and styling ensemble keeps Volkswagen Golf ahead of the pack

More 180kW Volkswagen Golf GTI specials on the way
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More 180kW Volkswagen Golf GTI specials on the way

Volkswagen Golf GTI demand spawns more Mk 7.5 limited edition performance heroes into 2020