Car Advice
Why mid-engined cars are special and the 50/50 myth
One of the most important fundamentals for car handling is weight, and distribution of that weight.
Top 5 Best Large SUVs over $45k
If you need something roomy and it has to be an SUV but you don’t want to blow the budget completely, then this list is for you. Here are the Top 5 Best Large SUVs over $45k.
What is Android Auto?
Android Auto… it’s Google’s alternative to Apple CarPlay. But what is Android Auto?
Should your SUV be all-wheel drive or two-wheel drive?
FWD vs AWD: So you want to buy an SUV but aren’t sure if it should be a front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. Here’s what the difference is and if it should matter to you.
How to steer a car – Part 2
The steering systems in cars have moved on quickly, but has your steering technique kept pace? This is how you turn a steering wheel, the right way.
How to steer a car – Part 1
Steering is one of the most important skills when driving. Pity most of us were not taught the right way to do it.
How to overtake on country roads… the right way
Single-lane overtaking is about the most dangerous manoeuvre the average car driver will attempt, so here’s how to do it right.
Smoke Signals. What does the smoke from my car exhaust mean?
Have you ever started your car and seen a big puff of smoke plume out from behind it? Here’s how to tell what the smoke from your car’s exhaust pipe means.
How does car air-conditioning work?
Gone are the days of an open window being used to cool down your car’s cabin, now it’s all climate control and even individually adjustable zones. But, how does car air-conditioning work?
How to remove minor car paint scratches
Does your car have swirl marks in the paint, or maybe a little scratch from a car park ding? Here’s how to remove minor car paint scratches.
What are matrix headlights and do they work?
More and more car makers are offering the choice of regular headlights or clever matrix headlights, but what are they and do they work?
Around Melbourne then to Adelaide and back in a 2019 Hyundai Kona Electric
Can you really use an electric vehicle like a ‘normal’ car? We spent 10 days with the 2019 Hyundai Kona Electric and drove around town and then from Melbourne to Adelaide to find out.
What is Electronic Stability Control (ESC)?
ESC, or Electronic Stability Control goes by many names… but what is it and why is it such an important automotive safety feature?
What is lane-departure warning and how does lane-keep assist work?
As drivers are becoming more distracted behind the wheel, our vehicles are becoming more active. So, what is lane-departure warning and how does lane-keep assist work?
How does a sway bar work, what is it and how does it affect my vehicle’s handling?
Something that most car buyers and owners will never think about is the sway or anti-roll bar. Here’s what it does and why it’s important to the way your vehicle handles.