
LandCruiser 300's V6 turbo-diesel oil consumption problem
Australia's most objectively deceitful car company, Toyota, is already hosing down customer complaints about allegedly excessive engine oil consumption in that obese, planet-killing, waste-of-resources also known as the Land Cruiser 300. Here’s what you need to know about Toyota’s oil burner…
BMW M3 Competition review and buyer's guide: Ultimate Sedan Supercar
There are faster, more expensive and certainly more overtly ridiculous performance cars. But every time I drive an M3, I fall madly in love with it. It is my kryptonite. It renders me powerless…
EV versus diesel ute: what's REALLY really greener?
Head to head: EV versus the abomination we know and love in Australia as the V6 diesel ute, a CO2-belching dual-cab light-commercial. What is actually better on the carbon dioxide front? The facts might shock you…
How safe is Tesla's Autopilot?
In the idiot justice system, humanity is represented by two separate but equally important groups: fake name Tesla Fanboys who typically just channel propaganda from, by extension, electric Jesus; and those of us who rely on facts to interpret reality. These are their stories…
Another Nissan customer support 'FAIL': Why the brand is broken
Nissan Australia continues to prove that it will continue doing the one thing that it achieves with seemingly effortless excellence: throwing customers just like you under the bus. Here’s what will probably collapse Nissan, sooner or later…
BMW 330e plug-in hybrid: Definitive review and buyer's guide
If a full battery EV is too scary (or impractical) for you, and internal combustion is too philosophically filthy, then maybe the BMW 330e plug-in hybrid can bridge the gap. ..
Major change to EV & PHEV tax cuts coming on June 30
The good news about high inflation, especially if you're in the market for an EV or a plug-in hybrid, is change is coming. It's going to happen on the 30th of June and you may want to factor this in to your pre-flight checklist before you take off…
True lies about bogus towing capacity claims (feat. Subaru Outback XT)
Tow capacity limits specified by car manufacturers are ridiculous. Case in point with the new 2.4-litre turbocharged Outback, which Subaru has bravely upped the towing limit on. But here’s what they got wrong and why…
Fun with batteries: How not to burn your house down this weekend
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…
Toyota Loses Dodgy Diesel DPF Appeal (Compensation Update)
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…
The inconvenient truth about biofuel: Why it's just greenwashing bullshit
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…
Should you buy a Subaru Hybrid? Top 6 reasons why you shouldn't bother
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..
Anti-car 'Green' politician joins Volkswagen Board
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.
Workshop bandsaw review: Vevor BS-85 is the better way to cut metal at home
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.
True lies about green car sales in Australia
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…
ROAD USER TAX: Why the Victorian EV and PHEV driving distance tax is BULLSHIT
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…
EV Fires: Why emergency crews and the public are dangerously unprepared
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…
MG ZS EV review and buyer’s guide
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?
EV owner fined $500 for stealing electricity in Polestar 2
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…
Every EV and PHEV eligible for zero fringe benefits tax in Australia today
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…