In the market for a small-capacity new car? Can’t decide if three-cylinders are the in-thing or if four-cylinders are better? Let’s talk about that…

How much energy do we lose, turning crude oil into liquid fuels like petrol (gasoline), diesel and jet fuel? And is this any worse than any other industrial process? Inspired by a question from you…

Two strange lights forged in the black of night by the high beams of a Kia Stinger. What the? Let’s go full ‘Area 51’ on these apparent signals to aliens, in space. Let the probing begin...

The latest new car rust-busting must-have, being promoted to a dealership near you. It’s true what they say: Leopards really don’t change their spots. Even the rusty ones.

Greed, power and incompetence - the three horsemen of Australian government. So why are we still paying import duty and Luxury Car Tax when local car-making died years ago?

It seems I'm in a dispute with you. Well, some of you. Let’s argue the toss over what’s reasonable and what’s not, in the domain of Nissan Leaf battery longevity…

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…