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Tesla doesn’t like to publically share its sales data in Australia. This is not a simple question to answer because Tesla is notoriously secretive about its sales data, choosing not to be recorded along with every other brand as ...

What does the check engine light mean?

For the majority of drivers who aren’t very mechanically minded, the amber glow of the check engine dashboard light can be quite alarming. The good news is, in many cases, its illumination isn’t necessarily a sign that your engine is ...

Will electric cars ever be cheaper in Australia?

When will you be able to afford a new EV? When will electric cars be affordable in Australia? As major car manufacturers move toward phasing out internal-combustion-engined (ICE) vehicles, and electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure improves, more EVs will enter ...

Chinese electric cars: Top five electric vehicles from China

China is the world’s leading EV market, and has some impressive local models. For years now we’ve heard talk of electric vehicles changing the world, although Australia is significantly behind the curve with EV sales making up just 1.6 ...

5 Car Designs That Have Endured The Test of Time

In an industry full of players old and new, car design is a critical step for a brand to take to set itself apart and establish its own identity. Exceptional ones even go on to become global icons. Today we ...

Plug-in hybrids explained: Everything you need to know about PHEVs in Australia

Are you ready to plug in to the future? What does PHEV stand for? ‘PHEV’ stands for ‘Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle’, a type of electrified vehicle that has both an internal-combustion engine (ICE) and a battery-powered electric motor, combining ...

Cheap good looking cars: 10 best looking affordable vehicles

What are some cheap good looking cars among the sea of second-hand vehicles for sale today? Owning a car comes with a sense of pride, so people don’t generally deliberately go out and buy ugly vehicles. There have been ...

Five best EV vans in Australia

What you need to know about electric vans. Electric cars are all the rage these days with exciting new models from Audi all the way to Volvo, offering a zero emissions future. But passenger cars and SUVs only make ...

The top 8 electric sports cars in the world

EVs make truly electric sports cars. A traditional sports car is a lot like the barfly at your local pub – it consumes a hell of a lot more, and is a lot louder than pretty much anything within ...

Do electric cars actually save you money?

Do electric cars actually save you money? When debating the pros and cons of electric cars vs petrol cars, cost and how much money you can save is the thing most often discussed. Due to electric vehicles (EVs) being ...

A guide to short-term car insurance

If you don’t need a full 12 months’ of cover a short-term policy may be the best option. Find out more in our guide… Most standard car insurance policies run for 12 months, but not everyone requires long-term cover and ...

Best cars for three child car seats: the verdict

Fitting three child seats into a car can be a challenge, so we’ve put 16 SUVs and MPVs to the test to find out which ones are most suitable… What Car? says… Size doesn’t necessarilymatter when it comes to a ...

Car insurance - what cover should you buy?

Car insurance can be a big expense, so it’s important to find out up front which is the best type of cover for you… There are three types of long-term car insurance, offering different levels of cover – and varying ...

Best cars for three child car seats

Fitting three child seats into a car can be a challenge, so we’ve put 16 SUVs and MPVs to the test to find out which ones are most suitable… A recent survey revealed that having three children was the most ...

Best large SUVs for three child car seats

Fitting three child seats into a car can be a challenge, so we’ve put 16 SUVs and MPVs to the test to find out which ones are most suitable… Large SUVs have replaced MPVs as the favourite of family buyers, but ...

How long do points stay on your driving licence?

Everything you need to know about driving licence penalty points, including how long they stay on your licence and how you can get them removed… If you commit a motoring offence in the UK, you’re likely to get points on ...

Drink driving laws in Australia: Everything you need to know

Drink driving laws and punishment varies from state-to-state. It’s been nearly 40 years since random breath testing and the famous ‘booze bus’ became a part of Australian driving. In that time road deaths from alcohol-related accidents have dropped dramatically, ...

The ten cheapest hybrid cars in Australia

The 10 most affordable hybrids in Australia. If you’re on the hunt for a cheap car, then a hybrid electric vehicle should be a strong contender when sizing up possibilities, since the savings continue well after you decide to ...

Motul Redefines Power and Performance with New Version of Flagship 300V Motor Oil

Motul has updated its formulation of its legendary 300V flagship motor oil line to make it the ideal choice for motorists regardless of their driving demands. Whilst it is capable of tackling the increased thermal demands of spirited, high-performance ...

Top five electric SUVs in Australia

The SUV for the EV generation In the car marketplace, three things are absolute truths: 1) People buy a whole lot of SUVs (over 50 per cent of the Australian market was claimed by SUVs in 2021); 2) Electric Vehicles (EVs) ...

Do Australia's lemon laws protect you?

Buying a lemon sucks: Getting a crook new car is as frustrating as the lack of legal recompense in Australia I know what you’re thinking; why should you care about lemon laws (essentially, laws designed to protect you if ...

12 best EVs available in Australia

As car manufacturers and countries around the world climb aboard the electric revolution, it is inevitable that Australia, too. Australia still lags behind the developed world when it comes to the number of electric vehicles on its roads, around ...

Is it illegal to ride an electric scooter in Australia?

Image credit: Marat Mazitov on Unsplash Yes and no—let’s break it down state by state. New South Wales It’s currently illegal to use an electric scooter in NSW unless you’re on private land, as per the NSW Centre for ...

7 tips for improving fuel economy amid record high petrol prices

Roof boxes are a killer for efficiency With fuel prices hitting record highs thanks to the ongoing effects of Covid-19 and geopolitical strife, not least Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, many motorists will be looking for ways to reduce their cars’ ...

Used car auctions - your complete guide

You can save hundreds by buying your next car at an auction. Our step-by-step guide tells you everything you need to know… We’re used to seeing antiques, artwork and even houses appear at auction houses across the country, and plenty ...

EV charging apps: The top 5 electric car apps for owners

Which apps are best for EV charging? One of the major advantages of driving a petrol-powered car is that unless you’re deep in the outback or have taken a serious wrong turn in the middle of nowhere, you can ...

Toyota hybrids in Australia: Everything you need to know

Toyota’s hugely successful hybrid play. While electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrid cars might seem like relatively new technologies, you might be surprised to learn that Toyota – the world’s largest car company, and Australia’s top-selling brand – has been ...

Free CBD Parking, 10 Tricks When Driving To Malaysia & 2022 Skoda Octavia RS mReview | This Week In Cars #25

This week, we look at where to park in the CBD for free, 10 tips and tricks for those driving to Malaysia and review the Skoda Octavia RS! In short, if you’re looking for a condensed list of our ...

DRIVEN EXPLAINS PART 4: Driving a hybrid

The BEV, PHEV or HEV/Hybrid debate is handled elsewhere this issue, but for those wanting to ease into electrified motoring without the hassles of plugs or charging stations, then a hybrid is the path of least resistance (electrical pun intended). ...

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