1 October 2026
My first EV road trip: 5 mistakes you can avoid
An unexpected charging stop, a few app frustrations and some excellent meat pies. My first EV road trip came with lessons that could make yours easier.
Cars and accessories
Expert advice on cars, car accessories, maintenance, fuels, tyres, safety, GPS and more.
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19 May 2026
How Australia could fix lemon car refund rights
Advocates say we need a total overhaul of the way disputes about dodgy cars are handled.
4 May 2026
Low-income Victorians facing prison for unpaid road toll fines
The state government is resurrecting thousands of ‘zombie warrants’ for outstanding fines going back over a decade.
9 April 2026
Is now the best time to buy an electric vehicle in Australia?
With petrol prices skyrocketing, you might be considering an EV. But is now a good time to buy?
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9 April 2026
5 ways to save on petrol
13 March 2026
Can the government stop petrol price gouging in Australia?
26 February 2026
How we review electric vehicles
13 March 2025
Uber is dominating, is this good for Aussie consumers?
24 December 2024
A dark side of the electric vehicle boom
30 May 2024
Do headlight restoration kits work?
10 April 2024
Petrol and its alternatives: how you can save on fuel
10 April 2024
How to buy a used car
10 April 2024
How to buy a new car
25 March 2024
How to buy the best eco-friendly car
8 March 2024
New car? The extras that are worth getting
8 March 2024
He paid for VW roadside assistance but there was none
17 January 2024
How to contest a speeding or parking fine
20 December 2023
First look: Thinkware T700 dash cam
24 October 2023
Victorians with dodgy cars are battling a broken system
30 August 2023
Electric vehicle charging
27 June 2023
The high cost of road toll notices
4 May 2023
Road-testing the Volvo XC40 Recharge Twin pure electric vehicle
24 February 2023
What to look for in a car phone holder
22 February 2023