car advice
Quick tips to be a better car lover
Cars. Big hunks of metal built to last hundreds of kays, right? Only if you look after them, which can […]
Driving tips for country and rural roads
Anyone with a licence should know how to drive already, but the conditions and scenarios that happen on the country […]
The best new and used 4×4 bush wagons
There are more 4×4 wagons on the market today than ever before but only a few of them are truly bush-capable. Whether new or secondhand, these are the top five bush wagons that can take you to the most hard-to-reach places in Australia… and get you home again.
Do you need a full-sized spare for country travelling?
Has modern tyre technology made spare tyres redundant, or is it still important to carry a full-sized spare for country driving?
10 skills the average driver doesn’t have
In the same way that smart phones are apparently making us lazy and, in the same vein, here are 10 skills the average driver doesn’t have…
Learning how to drive a manual car
Learning to drive a manual car needn’t be scary, just follow our step-by-step guide to learning how to drive a manual car.
Why are the Hyundai i30N’s brakes so good?
Brakes are the most important upgrade if you want to track a roadcar, but Hyundai’s done the job for you on the i30N.
Setting up for off-roading with your 4×4
You may have the best 4×4 in the world, but without some extra gear you won’t get far. Here’s what you need to know to go off-roading with your 4×4.
Are part-worn, used, or second-hand tyres safe?
Part-worn, used or second-hand tyres are less of an issue in Australia than in Europe but plenty of places here still advertise them. So, are part-worn tyres safe?
How to perform a quick car safety check
Keeping your car in good running order might sound like a daunting prospect but it isn’t. Here’s how to perform a quick car safety check…start the clock.
Ford’s Quick Lane Tyre & Auto Centre opens
The new Quick Lane Tyre & Auto Centre says it will service and replace tyres on most cars withinin 90 minutes or less, while you wait.
How to keep spiders out of your car
Ever had a spider crawl across your dashboard, or out from behind your wing mirror? Here’s how to keep spiders out of your car.
Why a 3500kg tow rating may not really be a 3500kg tow rating
Can tow 3500kg! The claim is there in big bold letters in the brochure, but here’s why your 3500kg tow rating may not really be a 3500kg tow rating.
Is it illegal to wear thongs, eat, drink or smoke while driving?
It’s summer in Australia and the old myth about is it illegal to wear thongs while driving pops up again. We debunk it so you know what you can and can’t do.
How to choose a car pressure washer
Pressure washers are becoming more and more popular for cleaning a vehicle, here’s how to choose a pressure washer for your car or 4×4.