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Expert tips for driving safely as daylight saving time comes to an end
The end of daylight saving means driving in darker conditions will become more common and therefore, more dangerous, with most road fatalities occurring after dark.
Essential fuel-saving tips and tricks during current Middle East conflict
Small changes behind the wheel and beyond could make a bigger difference than you think, as rising fuel costs force drivers to rethink everyday habits and routines.
Own a modern car? There’s a crucial reason why you should wash it regularly…
Wipe your car’s nose regularly if you want to get the best out of its advanced safety systems.
The best ways to save fuel as prices rise and supply tightens
As fuel prices reach record highs around the country thanks to the Iran conflict, there are plenty of ways to try and reduce fuel usage that don’t involve buying a new car.
Study finds tyre pressure monitors vulnerable to tracking
Those handy little gadgets that let you know when you need to check your tyres could be less secure than you think.
Which are the longest-range electric cars in Australia?
These are the longest driving range EVs on sale in Australia today, plus everything you need to know about range claims
When is the best time to buy a new car in Australia?
Buying a new car can be stressful and difficult, so when is the best time to do it? Here’s the WhichCar By Wheels guide.
Who makes the most fuel efficient mid-size SUV?
Mid-size SUVs are all the rage globally, continuing to sell in huge numbers. So who makes the most fuel efficient non-plug-in hybrid mid-size SUV?
WhichCar’s Quick Guide to Novated Leasing
WhichCar speaks with Mike Daly, Smart’s novated leasing specialist, about the ins and outs of this popular form of car financing.
Know your dashboard warning lights (don’t just tape it over…)
It’s no fun when your dashboard lights up like a Christmas tree, but what do those warning lights mean?
Australian Road Rules: L- and P-plate restrictions by state and territory
How learner and provisional drivers are restricted on the road in each state and territory in Australia
What is a mild hybrid car?
Mild hybrids are a cheap and efficient way of ensuring you go longer between fuel refills, but what are they and how do they work?
Every Plug-in Hybrid EV on sale in Australia
Offering electric commuting minus the ‘range anxiety’, PHEVs are often a cheaper emissions-free option than full EVs – and there are plenty to choose from
The most popular people movers in Australia in 2024
Taking a closer look at the best family haulers on sale in Australia
Which electric cars are exempt from the Luxury Car Tax?
The contentious LCT continues to shadow Australian new car buyers, but which EV models can avoid it?
What are the 10 cheapest electric cars in Australia?
These are the most affordable new EVs in Australia
Can you permanently turn off Lane Assist technology?
Lane Assist tech is critical to maximising safety (in theory), but can you side-step this at-times overbearing and annoying system?
The car brands with the longest warranties and capped-price servicing period
Our newly updated list of vehicle warranties confirms that in most cases, the three-year warranty is history. If you’re not getting at least a five-year warranty with your new car, you need to ask some questions.
What is AdBlue diesel exhaust fluid?
AdBlue is an additive used in many newer diesel cars, but what is it and what does it do?
Product review: Dent Guard car protection
Australian company Dent Guard offers a potential solution to dreaded car park dings with its magnetic or suction-cup side panels. Is it worth considering for your car?
Modern classic: Porsche Boxster
The roadster that put Porsche on the road to recovery
Boot sizes of Australia’s favourite SUVs
Not all SUVs are created equal when it comes to the cargo department
The cheapest seven-seat SUVs on sale right now
Need to carry more people for less? Here’s a round-up of the best value seven-seaters on sale today.
How car companies are influencing you to buy cars
It’s no coincidence that you find some car brands more appealing than others
