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13 Sep 2024

Keyless Car Hacking

Practical Motoring

Keyless car entry is one of those convenience things that car makers got totally right. Unfortunately it’s also vulnerable to hacking.

16 Aug 2024

Zeekr Unveils Upgraded EV Batteries with 5.5C Ultra-Fast Charging

Practical Motoring

The Lowdown What is it? Zeekr has developed upgraded lithium iron phosphate (LFP) prismatic batteries for electric vehicles. These batteries support 5.5C ultra-fast charging, enabling EVs to charge from 10% to 80% state of charge (SOC) in just 10.5 minutes. The 2025 Zeekr 007 sedan will be the first model to use these new batteries,. […]

09 Aug 2024

Projecta INTELLI-CHARGE Battery Managers Unveiled

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Projecta Introduces Advanced INTELLI-CHARGE Battery Managers for Testing and Maintenance Projecta has released its latest INTELLI-CHARGE Automatic Battery Managers, the HDBM35 and HDBM150, designed to efficiently maintain, test, and charge 12V and 24V batteries across various chemistries. Tailored for both professional and DIY users, these models offer customisable charging profiles suited to different battery types, […]

07 Aug 2024

Nissan’s Cool Paint: A Game Changer for Australia’s Hot Summers?

Alex Rae

Nissan is collaborating with Radi-Cool in trialling a new automotive paint that could be a game changer for Aussie cars. This new formulation aims to lower a vehicle’s ambient cabin temperature and reduce the energy usage of the air-conditioning system, making it particularly beneficial for Australia’s scorching summers and EV battery life. The Heat of […]

31 Jul 2024

LED headlights 101

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LED headlights are pretty common, but some new cars still come with older tech. So, what is an LED headlight, and should you replace your old ones?

26 Jul 2024

What is coolant/antifreeze, and do I need to use it?

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Coolant or antifreeze is one of the most important fluids in your car. We explain what it is and why it’s essential to the good health of your car’s engine.

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