Robert Pepper
Reader help: choosing a touring 4×4 for $30,000
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.
2017 Toyota HiLux extracab review
Robert Pepper’s 2017 Toyota HiLux extracab manual review with pricing, specs, ride and handling, safety, verdict and score.
I experienced a Tesla, a Toyota 86 and a Formula Vee racecar all at Phillip Island
I love the variation in my job, which overlaps seamlessly into my recreation.
Legal country road overtaking is a safety problem
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.
Compared: 2017 Vs 2012 Toyota 86 – What difference has tweaked electronic driving aids had?
What effect do electronics have on performance driving in the new 2017 Toyota 86, and how much have they improved over five years?
[UPDATE] Ford Everest 4X4 now recognised as MC equivalent across Australia, new builds from January to be plated MC
New Ford Everest 4X4 variants will soon be classified as MC (off-road passenger vehicles)… Existing Everests now recognised as MC equivalent nationwide.
Reader Question: Can I retrofit new electronics to an older Toyota 86?
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.
The case for turning stability control off
Australia has mandated stability control be fitted to all new cars, yet some people insist on disabling it. Are they right?
Friday Five – Long-Distance Driving Tips for Solo Drivers
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.
All-new Land Rover Discovery spotted in Australia
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.
Reader question: What do I do when only changing two tyres?
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.
Queensland to recognise Ford Everest as MC equivalent
Ford Australia has announced the Ford Everest will be recategorised from MA to MC in Queensland… more States likely to follow.
You can get away with being very rude to an autonomous car
The big problems with autonomous cars aren’t technical, they’re human.
Friday Five: Buyers pay more for a good-looking car, and you’ll get more enjoyment of ownership too.
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.
Haval recategorise the H9 from MA to MC… will Jeep and Ford follow its lead?
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?