What are torque-to-yield bolts and why do they matter? And why do torque wrenches specify additional rotation after they click? These questions have been simmering on Peter’s brain for far too long…

If you don't get your car serviced at the authorised dealer, you might lose your 'free' roadside assistance. Even if you got it serviced on time by an authorised mechanic.

Does your next new ute need to carry seriously heavy payloads, but you don’t know which is best? Jim is in the same situation, replacing his old workhorse. Here’s where you start…

Nissan Australia is at it once again, doing all it can, seemingly, to trash the reputation of electric vehicles and trying really hard to bone future Leaf customers, apparently…

There are four common transmission types out there, on the road and waiting in the showroom. Without knowing yours, you could easily break something or be abusing it.

What’s the best vehicle to tow a trailer heavier than your large SUV or 4x4 wagon? Do you have big ideas for your next heavy haulage assignment? Time for a reality check…

How much engine oil consumption is actually normal in a modern engine? Nothing strikes fear into the heart of the modern car owner quite like unexpected oil consumption…

Should you pay the extra money to buy Mazda’s new SkyActiv-X mild hybrid tech? If you’re shopping for a Mazda 3 or CX-30 and are considering this new engine, here’s what you need to know…

The internet is full of information and, unfortunately, plenty of uninformed opinion. Let’s get to the bottom of this alleged chassis-snapping pandemic.

Is it really a viable relationship, getting involved with one of the niche brands? Like any long-term commitment, machine or otherwise, you have to make a rational assessment. Let’s help Denis do that…

Can the Toyota RAV4 actually save you money on fuel? Is it worth waiting six months for your next new car? It might get rave reviews, but should you bother?

If the dealership service department hasn’t done the jobs you asked for, should you be raising the alarm? Not necessarily. Here’s why…

Mitsubishi has just done a ‘Holden’ and pulled out of the UK and Europe. Just like that - and nobody saw this coming. What does this mean for Australia, and future Mitsubishis generally?

Shopping for a small-ish Mazda SUV? How do they stack up against each other and your old SUV? Here’s how you make the definitive choice and move on with life…

There’s a reason buying used cars carries a ‘buyer beware’ warning. If your used car has a fault, it’s not automatically the manufacturer’s problem. Here’s why…

Does your Mercedes-Benz have crabs? What can you do about it? Don’t buy one, for a start. Unfortunately, Cameron’s dearly-beloved did just that…

Is it okay to tow using sport or manual transmission modes? Is cruise control a no-no while heavy towing?

The three-pointed star is once again doing a poor job with customer care. There’s a reason why this company is on my ‘don’t buy’ list - and it has nothing to do with the cars themselves, which are typically excellent.

Despite a strong return to market just over two years ago with a decent ute and nice SUVs, the other-other Korean brand is in a pickle. Should you take a chance on SsangYong?

Left-foot braking: how not to do it, and what to do when it all goes totally ‘Skynet’ down there. I hate when that happens…