Car Advice

Explained: ZF two-speed EV gearbox

German transmission giant cuts new teeth on two EV ratios

Do electric cars have gears?

EVs are far less complex and more flexible than traditional engines, but they still need at least one gear

Driven to Extinction: Ferrari Portofino M

Maranello’s low-key hero bows out

What is a hybrid car? Mild, 'traditional' and plug-in hybrids explained

Electric vehicles may be the flavour of the moment, but hybrids are still very much in vogue: which will suit your life best?

Electric Cars: From then to now

EVs have faced an uphill battle since the 1800s, yet they’re only proliferating today. So, how did we get here?

What does engine size mean, and does it still matter?

Bigger is better, right? Not always, and certainly not anymore. Why doesn't displacement matter as much as it used to?

7-Seaters: Cars for families with four kids – or more!

We explore which vehicles you can get for larger families with four or more children

Does driving slower save fuel?

A simple guide to a complex equation – the answer is almost certainly yes

Australia's best electric cars for 2023

We’ve tested nearly every EV below six figures in Australia to rank the best on sale today

Valentine's Day: Australia's most romantic drives

Not just for Valentine’s Day, of course, but since we're nearly there... Here are a few Australian road trips to put in the diary for your next romantic getaway.

How long do tyres last?

So many factors impact on the life of your car’s tyres. As David Morley explains though, look after your tyres and they’ll look after you.

Tyre pressure monitoring: The important safety feature your new car might not have

There are still quite a few models in the new-car market without active tyre-pressure monitoring. Here's why you should keep on top of it.

What sort of shoes should I wear while driving?

Many say that driving in heels, thongs or barefoot is no challenge for them, but are they right?

What is wireless Apple CarPlay and how do I get it in my car?

Just a few short years ago many new models entering the market did not offer wireless CarPlay...now almost every manufacturer does in some form

Driving advice: What to do if traffic lights are out

There’s a simple rule to remember when you encounter an intersection with broken traffic lights

How much does the Luxury Car Tax add to the price of a car?

If the LCT has you confused, you’re not alone: Here's how it works and how it’s calculated

What to do after you buy a new car

Before taking your new pride and joy for a decent spin make sure you’re familiar with all its features and their operation, as well as the running in process

Driven to extinction: Honda NSX

Second-gen supercar's failure to launch

Car affordability in Australia: The state of the market in 2023

New and used cars have never been more expensive or hard to obtain. So why are Australian car prices skyrocketing, and when will it end?

New Year’s resolution: Caring for your car

After a couple of years of inactivity, 2022 probably saw your car put through the wringer of desperately overdue road trips. It's time to start showing it the care you might've missed last year

What does the airbag warning light mean?

Why does this light come on and what should you do next?

How to keep your car windscreen clear when it rains

There are a few simple things you can do to ensure you don’t end up driving blind when the heavens open up to make way for the rain.

The five best Aussie road trips for driving enthusiasts

It's that time of the year, the open road is beckoning. Here are five brilliant drives to tackle for your motoring fix

The check engine light is on in my car, what should I do?

This is one of the mysterious amber lights in your dashboard. What does it mean if the CEL is flashing or solid, and what are the causes?