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How to buy a car on finance
Practical Motoring investigate how to buy a car on finance, do you buy outright; take out a bank loan, novated lease, or a balloon payment lease?
2024 GWM Tank 500: 4×4 SUV with Hybrid Power
GWM’s latest offering in the large SUV segment promises a blend of space, comfort, and off-road capability – and all at an attractive price. The 2024 GWM Tank 500 is an interesting addition to the large 4×4 wagon market by GWM, formerly known as Great Wall Motors. Designed to compete with prominent big sellers like […]
How to safely use a snatch strap off-road
If you drive off-road, sooner or later you’ll either need recovering or need to recover someone. Here’s how to use a snatch strap correctly and safely.
Ford gets to the end at gruelling Finke race
Chevrolet’s forced retirement gave Ford a clear path to victory at another tough Finke Desert race.
Monocoque 4X4s explained
There’s a fair bit of misconception about what monocoque construction actually is – all explained here.
Is It Legal to Mount and Charge Your Phone on the Car Windscreen? Here’s What You Need to Know
Can you mount and charge your phone on the windscreen in a car to make calls and use navigation? How about using a smartwatch?