Robert Pepper
Are you a road-going fatberg? Or how to drive with consideration for others
The world would be a better place without the road-goingfatberg. Here’s how to drive with consideration for others.
When should you change gear for maximum acceleration?
Everybody’s got an opinion on when you should shift up for maximum acceleration, but they can’t all be right. Here’s how to change gear for maximum acceleration.
Reader help: towing with a diesel Mitsubishi Outlander and fuel consumption
A reader wants to know how much fuel might be saved by towing with a diesel… They’re considering a Mitsubishi Outlander.
Will we keep on buying new cars?
Back in 2007 the Australian new cars industry passed the magic one million sales, and in 2015 another record was set. But is that growth, or keeping pace?
Should your child learn to drive on private property?
Driving is inherently dangerous, so why not teach your kids to drive as safely as possible, meaning should they learn to drive on private property?
2016 HAVAL H9 review
Robert Pepper’s 2016 HAVAL H9 review with pricing, specs, ride and handling, safety, verdict and rating.
Reader help: should I buy a 4WD wagon or ute?
4WD utes have come of age, but are they the right choice for everyone? One reader asks if he should choose either a 4WD wagon or ute.
Reader help: what can replace my Land Rover Discovery?
A reader isn’t sure what else could match his Land Rover Discovery… Ford Everest? We offer some advice.
BMW to release plug-in hybrids: 330E and X5 xDrive40E
BMW are set to release two new plug-in hybrids in Australia later this year, the 330e sedan and X5 xDrive40e.
Should you care about the changes to the personal car import laws?
Changes to car import laws will come into play in 2018 , but despite the automotive industry’s hue and cry most car buyers won’t care.
Government announces major changes to car import laws – more choice, but more risk?
The Government has announced significant changes to the Motor Vehicle Standards Act allowing the personal import of up to 30,000 new vehicles a year. But not everyone is happy.
2016 Toyota Corolla hybrid to launch here mid-year
Hybrids used to be unusual, but with the 2016 Toyota Corolla Hybrid launching here mid-year the technology is now mainstream.
Reader help: which 4WD do I choose?
Two readers write in for help choosing between Land Rover Discovery 4, Defender and LandCruiser 76 Series… We try to help them choose the right 4WD.
Mazda MX-5 vs Toyota 86 vs Ford Mustang
The MX-5, Toyota 86 and Ford Mustang are all rear-drive sportscars you don’t need, but want. So, Which one should you choose?
Nissan leads the way with a focus on light weight car construction
It might sounds a bit boring, but Nissan’s new Lightweighting Excellence Program, which aims to help the brand produce lighter cars, is exactly the right thing to do…