Our lives are surrounded by batteries. They’re everywhere, in almost everything, seemingly. So how do you stay friends with them while maintaining a sensible, safe working environment that doesn’t turn everything to ashes? Here’s how…
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The Federal Court of Australia recently rammed an industrial strength decision up Toyota regarding its appeal over that nasty dodgy DPF business a few years ago and the company's misleading, deceptive conduct generally, at the time. So that's nice. But that’s only half the story…
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Think biofuels are here to save the planet? Despite being touted in the media courtesy of a recent Mazda press release, here’s why so-called green fuels are nothing more than greenwashing marketing spin. The culprit behind this latest biofuel bullshit won’t surprise you…
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Should you buy a Subaru hybrid in Australia in 2023? I wouldn't buy one, mainly because they're beyond useless. Here’s why you should not bother with the hybrid Forester or Crosstrek..
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The world's leading automotive criminal conspiracy - Volkswagen - has appointed a millennial ‘green’ politician to a seat on its supervisory management board. That’s it. That’s the story.
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It’s time to lift your game and become a master of metal manipulating mayhem, in a professional and controlled manner, obviously. This horizontal metal cutting bandsaw eats the ubiquitous angle grinder for breakfast, so to speak.
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The car industry says there’s been an explosion in new electric and hybrid vehicle sales. But is this true when they can’t even get the story straight? Here are the facts about how many EVs Australia is actually buying and who’s behind these bogus claims…
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The worst new vehicle tax in the world has been developed and implemented right here in Australia. Here’s 7 reasons the Zero Emission Vehicle Road User Charge is insane…
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We’re told electric vehicle utopia is coming. Except our first responders are warning Australian governments and the public that a serious, deadly problem is waiting to happen. Here’s what you need to know about EV battery fires…
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One of Australia's most affordable EVs is better than most would give it credit for, and there’s actual stock available, meaning no endless queues. Plus, the pricing isn’t as high as most were expecting in 2022, and now there’s a long-range version. So, should you take the plunge?
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Thieving electricity to run your EV is not exactly an abhorrent crime, but if you get caught doing it, the monetary penalty could wipe out any potential gains by Grand Theft EV. Here’s what happened…
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Here are all the electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids that qualify under the federal government’s Luxury Car Tax threshold for green car FBT exemptions. A definitive, extensive list to make shopping for your next new car much, much easier. You’re welcome…
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Senior executive geniuses at Wheels magazine have taken the bold, brave decision to drop the prerequisite for its so-called ‘Car of the Year’ award henceforth. Here’s why motoring awards are meaningless to real consumers like you…
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If you’re about to start your first novated lease, to take advantage of green car tax concessions for EVs and plug-in hybrids, then it's extremely important to get the price of your vehicle beneath the required threshold. Here’s how…
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Just when you thought Volkswagen couldn’t possibly kick any more public relations own-goals, a kidnapping happened. Here’s how the Wolfsburg’s carmaker dropped the ball, again…
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You're ready to divorce yourself from internal combustion. Your heart’s set on an EV. So let's find out if living with one every day is going to be right for how you live...
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This question confronts amany new and or inexperienced four-wheel drive owners. When is it okay to reach down and actually engage four-wheel drive? Even more importantly, if you want to sidestep a massive repair bill, when is it not okay? Let’s find out…
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The internet is having a meltdown at the news of rusty BYD Atto 3 electric cars out there on the roads. So how bad is this corrosion? Should you scrub the brand from your shortlist?
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Answering the top six questions that you asked me about nuts, bolts, threaded fasteners and some tool time generally. If you like to lube up and get dirty, down there, in your own workshop or FatCave, you've come to exactly the right place.
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Stellantis, Fiat Chrysler by another name, has appointed a shiny new chief executive brand resurrector. But in the face of adverse sales trajectory, can he hope to revive the dead brands?
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