How much do roof racks affect fuel efficiency?
Having a bike carrier unnecessarily attached to your car’s roof can have a bigger impact on fuel consumption than you’d think
Tyres – should you stay with original equipment?
Replacing your car’s tyres with the factory fitted brand and model is often an expensive exercise, but it’s worth it. Here’s why.
8 tips for looking after your battery
How to maintain your car battery and what to do when it goes flat.
What can you learn from a 20 minute test drive?
Is a 20-minute test drive enough time to get to know a brand new car?
Cheap fuel is destroying the economic argument for EVs
Fuel is getting ultra-cheap, and the prospect of widespread EV adoption is plummeting as a result
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History, Trivia and Fast Facts - Alfa Romeo
Here are 13 things you probably didn’t know about Alfa Romeo
Mitsubishi ASX vs Eclipse Cross
What are the key differences between the entry-level ES variants of Mitsubishi's small-SUV duo?
An Australian guide to child carseats
It’s the most important cargo you’ll ever be transporting, so make sure you have the best child restraint to get the job done safely.
The worst-ever car accessories
Yes, these exist. No, you don't need them. Check out some of the wackiest car accessories on sale today
What is cylinder deactivation?
Want the performance of a large engine with the economy of a small one? Cylinder deactivation can make it so
What is a turbo and how does it work?
Turbochargers allow your engine to produce more power more efficiently but how exactly is that achieved?
Car maintenance tasks you can do yourself
New cars aren’t exactly DIY-friendly, however there are a few tasks you can do should the need arise
Three-cylinder engines are taking over, and here's why
They say size doesn’t matter, it’s the way you use it
The military origins of today's car tech
Nothing fuels innovation quite like war, and the motoring industry has been a key beneficiary
How often should you service your car?
Why it pays to be punctual when it comes to maintaining your car
How to jump start your car
Your battery is flat, you can’t wait for roadside assistance and someone kindly agrees to help jump start your car. Here’s how to do it safely.
360-degree parking monitors explained
Getting a bird’s eye view of your car while it’s parked is one the more impressive emerging in-car technologies. But how does it work?
What if I can't pay my car loan?
Banks can be surprisingly helpful if you're unable to make loan repayments during tough times. Here are your options.
Are dealer-fit options worth the extra cash?
Does investing a little extra cash with dealer options improve the new car ownership experience?
Do we repair or replace?
Do we repair or replace? The pros and cons of fixing the old car or buying new
Here's why pretty much everybody needs a dash cam
Dash cams provide more value than just hours of YouTube entertainment. But are they really worth the investment?
Roundabouts: you’re doing them wrong
The most popular misconception about giving way in a roundabout can cost you money and licence points. Here’s how to do it right
Top 10 Cars with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
Here are the most popular models in Australia that boast the latest smartphone mirroring capabilities
Is it safe to leave children in the car?
Its a testing scenario but for the avoidance of any doubt, read on...