Safety

Can I lock my dog in the car? What does the law say?

By Tim Robson · 27 Mar 2018

Think for a moment about your car; its shape, its glass structure, its interior size. That interior space has a big volume of air, its windows allow in a lot of sunlight.

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CarsGuide Podcast, Ep.26

By CarsGuide team · 26 Mar 2018

Episode 26 - Lotus SUV, BMW X7, AusGP is awful and, oh, flying cars

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Should I upgrade from my 1998 BMW 3-series?

By Graham Smith · 23 Mar 2018

My very reliable, no mechanical problems, 20-year-old BMW 3-Series has done 150,000 km. I am debating whether to get a newer second-hand BMW (spend up to $20,000) or stick with this one that has served me so well. One consideration is whether for that money I would be buying a safer vehicle, or is the 1998 model up there on safety?

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VW Polo GTI to kick off from $30,990

By Robbie Wallis · 19 Mar 2018

Volkswagen has confirmed pricing for its all-new Polo GTI, with the dual-clutch auto-only light hot hatch to arrive in Australian showrooms from $30,900 plus on-road costs.

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Frayed seat belt on 2014 Audi TT

By Graham Smith · 16 Mar 2018

I have a 2015 Audi TT that has done 26,000 kilometres and has developed a frayed driver’s side seat belt. The dealer’s first response was that is was fair wear and tear, but I beg to differ. Surely a seat belt is designed to last longer than 26,000 kilometres and normal use?

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Citroen updates C3 pricing for launch

By Robbie Wallis · 15 Mar 2018

Citroen has increased the price of its third-generation C3 light hatch by $500 over over the initial recommended retail price announced in October, with the all-new model kicking off from $23,490.

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Top-spec people-mover adds some luxury kit

By Matt Campbell · 13 Mar 2018

The LDV G10 people mover range has been bolstered by a new luxury-focused Executive model, which is being offered as the flagship variant in the line-up.

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Multiple brands among latest recalls

By Robbie Wallis · 12 Mar 2018

Manufacturers including Hyundai, Holden, Jeep, Peugeot, Citroen and Audi have all issued safety recalls for various models, according to the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC).

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Toyota's Corolla and Rukus recalled

By Mitchell Tulk · 09 Mar 2018

Toyota Australia is recalling 48,000 Corolla and Rukus vehicles to check installation of the passenger side front airbag inflator.

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Hyundai i30 2018: Is it safe in accidents?

By Graham Smith · 09 Mar 2018

Is the 2018 Hyundai i30 safe in accidents? Heard that it is a bit tinny, would the 2018 Toyota corolla be safe in an accident due to the metal being stronger?

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