Car Advice

How to tell if a car has rust

] It’s one of the biggest red flags when buying a used car. It’s also one of the trickiest problems to spot. David Morley provides some useful tips on how to spot rust in cars.

Coolest cars you can drive on your p-plates

Being on your provisional license doesn’t mean your car has to be boring.

What are Dampers, and how do they work?

You often read about dampers in car reviews, or maybe your mechanic has mentioned them in a service report. David Morley explains why they’re so important to the overall structure of a car’s suspension set-up .

Limited Edition models improve resale value

Some see the Limited Edition tag as little more than a marketing exercise, but when it comes to re-sale value, it may be worth shelling out the extra pennies at purchase time

Ski season – how to prepare for your drive

In the parts of Australia where the depths of winter turns us into human icy-poles, we have one positive outcome of Mother Nature’s wrath: the snow. But before you begin to drive your way kilometres above sea-level, here are a few things you should know.

What is stop-start technology?

It’s great if you want to do your bit in reducing emissions and fuel costs, but when it gets in peak-hour traffic, it needs to have its wits about it. David Morley takes a look at the pros and cons of stop-start technology

What is oil pressure?

David Morley explains what oil pressure is and its impact on your car’s engine

Digital Radio explained

First they took away our mixed tapes, then our CD players, and now the talk is all around digital radio.

Parent Travel Hacks: 5 tips to keep your car clean and fun on a family road trip

Avoid the rubbish-laden carnage and hours of clean-up that often accompanies a road trip with the kids, with these handy tips for long-distance travel

How many air-bags is enough?

There’s only so much protection you’ll get from air-bags, says David Morley, but for that extra peace-of-mind, and to avoid making a potentially costly mistake, here’s some tips about air-bags

Self-parking car technology - does it work?

Stephen Corby investigates whether or not self-parking vehicles live up to the hype.

Common mistakes you’re making with your child’s car seat

There’s nothing more important than your child’s safety. Here are some mistakes to avoid when installing and buying a car seat.

Top 5 most fuel efficient cars

Electric cars lead the way for fuel efficiency, followed closely by petrol-electric hybrids.

How does a supercharger work?

Supercharge me: David Morley explains how a supercharger boosts your engine’s power output.

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.

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.

Parents find teaching kids to drive too stressful

Teaching learners to drive can be a stressful experience, but it doesn’t have to deter you from getting in the passenger seat forever.

Top 5 tips for teaching your kids to drive

Getting behind the wheel of a car with someone who has never driven before is a daunting experience. These tips will help you survive the ordeal – no increased heart rate necessary.

Off-road L plates: Climbing mountains

SUVs with Low Range diffs and Hill Descent Control can take you almost anywhere, but there are some basics to follow if you want to get to the top. And back.

How do brakes work?

They’re arguably the most important element of your car, but how exactly do brakes work?

10 games for a family road trip

Keep the kids off the iPad on a family bonding road trip – here are 10 games you can play that don’t require anything but imagination

Off-road L plates: Learning to cross rivers in a 4x4

The primal urge to ford rivers and streams must be tempered with a little car preparation and plenty of know-how

What’s a 48-volt car?

Car makers are working on 48-volt vehicles. Does that mean we will one day need to buy a bigger battery?

Off-road L plates: A 4x4 novice tackles sand at Fraser Island

In this first of three articles on the art of off-roading, Stephen Corby looks at the importance of tyre pressure and traction control