Car Advice
Friday Five: Tips on driving in fog
It’s summer time and so tips on driving in fog might seem out of place but where I live fog often rolls in randomly… here’s how to drive to the conditions.
Friday Five: Our top modifications for a track day
Want to take your sportscar to a racetrack? Of course you do, but first you’ll need to make some changes…
Reader help: What smaller wheels work with my Ford Everest Titanium?
Ford’s Everest has fast become a popular choice for offroad tourers, so here’s another question about setup.
Reader help: What precautions do I need to take when driving my Discovery Sport on a beach?
Last time it was a BMW on a beach, now it’s a Land Rover Discovery Sport…
What the 2017 Volkswagen Tiguan 4Motion Active Control modes actually do – An explanation
The 2017 Volkswagen Tiguan with 4Motion Active Control has two road modes and two off-road modes, we explain what they do.
Check the age of your tyres for both car and trailer… it’s vital
Many trailers do very few kilometres each year, and so their tyres are at risk of aging to the point of danger. Here’s how to check them.
Friday 5: driving techniques you were taught but are now wrong
Remember your driving lessons? Don’t pass these golden oldies on to your kids:
4X4 MA/MC compliance: Some 2015 Mitsubishi Pajeros incorrectly plated
All 2015 Mitsubishi Pajeros are MC categorised, but some have MA plates and it turns out its a clerical error only.
How to wash your car (without the fuss) and the myths that need busting
When it comes to washing your car, getting out the bucket and sponge a couple of times a month will keep your car looking brand new.
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.
Our Top 10 Car Advice articles of 2016
We’re not just about news and car reviews – we offer plenty of great car advice too. Here are the pieces that appealed to the most number of people in 2016.
How to do an oil change and replace the oil filter
Just as humans can’t survive without water your car won’t survive without oil. Thankfully this important DIY is relatively straight forward.
How is fuel consumption measured and is it accurate?
What is fuel consumption, how is it measured and is it accurate?
Friday Five: Top car maintenance tips
Regular, simple and quick car maintenance can keep your car running in good condition.
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?