03 Jan 2017

Reader help: choosing a touring 4×4 for $30,000

8 years ago 3 0

Setting up for offroad touring is not quite as simple as just choosing any old 4X4. We help choosing a 4×4 to suit a $30k budget.

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03 Jan 2017

2017 Toyota HiLux extracab review

8 years ago 0 4

Robert Pepper’s 2017 Toyota HiLux extracab manual review with pricing, specs, ride and handling, safety, verdict and score.

Robert Pepper 0
02 Jan 2017

I experienced a Tesla, a Toyota 86 and a Formula Vee racecar all at Phillip Island

9 years ago 20 0

I love the variation in my job, which overlaps seamlessly into my recreation.

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26 Dec 2016

Legal country road overtaking is a safety problem

9 years ago 109 57

Overtaking and sticking the legal limit on country roads isn’t safe, in fact it’s downright dangerous, but Robert Pepper says he might have a solution.

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22 Dec 2016

Compared: 2017 Vs 2012 Toyota 86 – What difference has tweaked electronic driving aids had?

9 years ago 0 42

What effect do electronics have on performance driving in the new 2017 Toyota 86, and how much have they improved over five years?

Robert Pepper 0
21 Dec 2016

[UPDATE] Ford Everest 4X4 now recognised as MC equivalent across Australia, new builds from January to be plated MC

9 years ago 12 20

New Ford Everest 4X4 variants will soon be classified as MC (off-road passenger vehicles)… Existing Everests now recognised as MC equivalent nationwide.

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20 Dec 2016

Reader Question: Can I retrofit new electronics to an older Toyota 86?

9 years ago 1 95

The idea of retrofitting a new car’s system to an older model comes up from time to time, and on this occasion it’s the Toyota 86.

Robert Pepper 1
19 Dec 2016

The case for turning stability control off

9 years ago 15 20

Australia has mandated stability control be fitted to all new cars, yet some people insist on disabling it. Are they right?

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16 Dec 2016

Friday Five – Long-Distance Driving Tips for Solo Drivers

9 years ago 8 15

Australia is a big country and there can often be incredibly long distances between towns, here’s how to stave off boredom if you’re driving alone.

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Land Rover Discovery spied in Australia
14 Dec 2016

All-new Land Rover Discovery spotted in Australia

9 years ago 8 0

The all-new Land Rover Discovery won’t be on-sale until next year, but last weekend one showed up in St Kilda, Victoria… We had a good look at it.

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13 Dec 2016

Reader question: What do I do when only changing two tyres?

9 years ago 3 72

We get a lot of questions on tyres which is no surprise as they’re important and wear out quickly. Here’s another question about uneven wear.

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Ford Everest Titanium review
12 Dec 2016

Queensland to recognise Ford Everest as MC equivalent

9 years ago 5 2

Ford Australia has announced the Ford Everest will be recategorised from MA to MC in Queensland… more States likely to follow.

Robert Pepper 5
12 Dec 2016

You can get away with being very rude to an autonomous car

9 years ago 0 0

The big problems with autonomous cars aren’t technical, they’re human.

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How to wash a car
09 Dec 2016

Friday Five: Buyers pay more for a good-looking car, and you’ll get more enjoyment of ownership too.

9 years ago 5 34

A car with well-maintained paintwork will always look younger than one with chips and scratches. Here’s how to keep your car looking new.

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07 Dec 2016

Haval recategorise the H9 from MA to MC… will Jeep and Ford follow its lead?

9 years ago 20 0

Haval lead the way by re-categorising the H9 4X4 from MA to MC… Will Ford and Jeep follow its lead with Everest and Grand Cherokee?

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