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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?

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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

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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?

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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

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The most popular people movers in Australia in 2024

Taking a closer look at the best family haulers on sale in Australia

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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?

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What are the 10 cheapest electric cars in Australia?

These are the most affordable new EVs in Australia

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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?

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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.

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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?

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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?

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Modern classic: Porsche Boxster

The roadster that put Porsche on the road to recovery

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Boot sizes of Australia’s favourite SUVs

Not all SUVs are created equal when it comes to the cargo department

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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.

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Australia’s cheapest cars: 6 new cars under $25,000

Nowadays it's slim-pickings if you want to purchase a brand-new car on a used-car budget

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How car companies are influencing you to buy cars

It's no coincidence that you find some car brands more appealing than others

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Do you need to have car insurance in Australia?

As the cost of living continues to rise, some individuals are considering reducing their car insurance coverage to save money. However, it's important to note that in certain situations, this could actually be against the law.

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Best Large SUVs for Towing in 2024

Need to pull a few tonnes at the weekend? Here are five 4WD SUVs best equipped to help you haul

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What is the towing capacity of the Toyota LandCruiser 70?

Everything you need to know about the 2024 Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series’ towing capability

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How do average speed cameras work?

These cameras are sprinkled around Australian roads, so you better learn how they work

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Mastering the self-service car wash

A car-washing expert has gone viral on TikTok after showcasing techniques for damage-free vehicle care

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Is it illegal to drive with interior lights on?

Need to pop on an inside light while you're driving? You might want to second guess pressing the button.

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Driven to extinction: Porsche Panamera Sport Turismo

Long roof gets the chop

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Wheels inbox: Diablo SV, wind throb, Lotus Emira over an M2 and more!

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