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Buying Used: Volkswagen Golf GTi/R32 (1999-2008)

Published: 11 May 2012

New engines and introduction of all-wheel drive propelled Golf back to the top of the automotive genre it created

School's In: Mercedes-Benz Driving Academy

Published: 09 May 2012

Mercedes-Benz suggests we never stop learning to drive... And proves it with classes to bring even the most seasoned steerer up to speed

New Car Calendar

Published: 01 May 2012

What's ahead for buyers in the Carsales Network's new car model calendar

Buying Used: Kia Carnival/Grand Carnival (1999-2009)

Published: 01 May 2012

Kia’s spacious Carnival overcame serious durability problems to become Australia’s best-selling ‘peoplemover’

FROM THE CLASSIFIEDS: 1962 Chrysler Valiant S series

Published: 10 April 2012

Early Valiants were considered to be a cut above the rest when they arrived in Australia

The Navman great escape

Published: 30 March 2012

MY Escape is not just for those who drive bigger cars; it can make life more convenient for every driver

Smart Buying: Bells and Whistles

Published: 28 March 2012

Modern cars are loaded to the gunwales with equipment that was once considered a luxury. But how does this equipment affect resale?

Smart Buying: Body Check

Published: 02 March 2012

Close inspection in the beginning can save you heartache in the end

Hey Siri do you like my A-Class Benz?

Published: 02 March 2012

Mercedes-Benz is integrating all that we love about our Apple smartphone into our driving experience.

Buying Used: The used car test

Published: 21 February 2012

Test driving is the single most important phase of the car buying process. Missing something vital could cost big money

INSURANCE: One size does not fit all

Published: 07 February 2012

You wouldn't buy shoes the wrong size... Car insurance also needs to 'fit' you properly...

Buying Used: Toyota Camry (2002-2006)

Published: 02 February 2012

Convention wisdom says that large front-wheel-drives don’t sell well in Australia. Toyota’s hugely-successful Camry begs to differ.

Australian Road Trips smartphone app debuts

Published: 26 January 2012

Smartphone app brings the touring atlas to life with over 265 extraordinary drive destinations and thousands of photos

Buying Used: Subaru Forester (2002-2008)

Published: 23 January 2012

Subaru made its name as a manufacturer of compact, extremely durable 4WDs. The Forester continued that tradition

Buying used: How old should you go?

Published: 07 January 2012

Older-model cars are often seen as simple to repair and cheaper to run than later ones, but there comes a time when the faithful family car becomes a liability.

INSURANCE: Top Ten FAQs

Published: 15 December 2011

We've asked the ten most frequently asked insurance questions – so you don't have to...

Smart Buying:Petrol vs Diesel

Published: 21 November 2011

Turbodiesel cars often demand a premium – at purchase and during servicing... So when does it make sense to go diesel?

How safe are EVs and Hybrids?

Published: 11 November 2011

We're regularly told that electric cars and hybrids are the way forward for private transport and will help save the planet... But will they save us?

What is badge engineering?

Published: 04 November 2011

When is a Holden not (really) a Holden... The idea of rebadging other car companies' products, and concepts such as 'platform sharing', are far from new...

Buying Used: Volkswagen Golf (1998-2008)

Published: 30 October 2011

Volkswagen is back as a major brand in Australia and the Golf has been principally responsible for its revival.

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