Car care
 
 

Big change at the bowser

Whats in a name? Change at the bowserAs of July 1 next year, regular unleaded petrol is to be phased out in favour of an ethanol blend – which means motorists will need to know which pump to pick at their local service station. more...
1st March 2009

Who makes today's E-type?

Who makes todays E-type?The Jaguar E-type is arguably the most instantly recognisable classic car. But does this '60s icon have a modern-day equivalent, asks Andrew Kerr more...
1st March 2008

Petrol Price Showdown

Petrol price showdownAfter persistent NRMA lobbying for fair and transparent fuel pricing, Australian motorists now have more firepower in their battle with the big four oil companies. more...
1st September 2007

Romaine Beats the Cheats

Romaine from MotorServeMotorServe's Romaine Robshaw never has to worry about unscrupulous mechanics ripping her off – because she already knows her way around a car. As a Trainee Service Manager at NRMA MotorServe, Romaine wants to reassure anyone who feels anxious about being cheated when they get their car serviced. more...
1st February 2009

Japanese made easy

Japanese made easyOnly in the last 15 years or so have the mysterious cars in the Japanese domestic market, or JDM, been introduced to Australians. Brett Nicholson shares his rare and gorgeous imported RT112 Toyota Corona coupé and some of his expertise on JDM Coronas. more...
9th November 2007

Fast, Furious, Feral

Ford FPV Falcon CobraThe promoters of the Australian International Motor Show in Sydney like to claim that it is now a world-class automotive exhibition but, in 2007, the Sydney Motor Show overpromised and underdelivered. more...
1st July 2007

At your service

At your serviceGetting your car serviced can be a daunting experience. Most of us simply take it to the local mechanic and hope for the best. But how do you know you are getting what you paid for? Or what work really needs to be done? more...