Journal

A whining transmission can sound like a faint electric motor, a high-pitched hum or a sharp note that rises with road speed. Sometimes it points to a fluid…

Freezing rain can turn a useful ute bed cover into a stiff, heavy sheet of ice within hours. Water settles on the fabric, vinyl, aluminium, or hard polymer…

Choosing engine oil for a turbocharged Subaru Forester requires more care than simply selecting any bottle marked 5W-30. The 2014–2018 Forester XT sold in…

A ute tray is useful because it can carry camping gear, tools, groceries and muddy equipment without turning the cabin into a storage locker. The problem…

Choosing the right oil for a Ford Ranger EcoBoost depends on the engine fitted, the model year, and the specification printed in the owner’s handbook. A…

Transmission fluid is easy to overlook because it works out of sight, yet it has a direct effect on shift quality, heat control and gearbox longevity. When the…

Choosing the best 0W-16 oil for a 2022–2024 Honda Civic requires more than selecting the lowest viscosity on a parts-store shelf. The correct product must…

A tonneau cover protects a ute tray from rain, dust and prying eyes, but removing it carelessly can leave scratches along the tub rails. The risk is highest…

Many Australian drivers notice that diesel engine oil often has a tougher-sounding specification, a higher detergent content, or a convenient price at an auto…

Oil sludge is a thick, tar-like deposit created when engine oil breaks down and mixes with heat-damaged oil, moisture, fuel residue and combustion by-products.…