Small Cars

What do I need to know about replacing the rack and pinion in my 2007 Ford Focus SE?
By David Morley · 14 Jan 2025

My 2007 Ford Focus SE needs its rack and pinion changed. Which years can I choose from and will it need to be reprogrammed?

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What would be the cost of replacing a gearbox pressure plate in a 2017 VW Polo?
By David Morley · 14 Jan 2025

Hi, I have a VW Polo 2017 automatic. I have to get the pressure plate replaced in the gearbox. It’s done 127,000km. Do you know how much this will be?

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Cruise control and power steering failure in my 2023 Hyundai Kona N-Line
By David Morley · 14 Jan 2025

I’m currently experiencing power steering and cruise control failure in my 2023 Hyundai Kona N-Line. The Hyundai mechanic advised that the cruise control camera is not reading the power steering or vice versa.

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BYD price blitz on Seal & Sealion 6!
By James Cleary · 13 Jan 2025
With so many new brands and models entering what appears to be a softening new car market, what started as a price skirmish is quickly evolving into all out war, with BYD announcing further reductions on cost-of-entry to some of its most popular models.
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Why is my 2007 Holden Barina dropping dead while driving?
By David Morley · 13 Jan 2025

Why does my 2007 Holden Barina drop dead while driving it? Nothing happens when trying to turn it over again. If I wait a minute or two it then starts. One time when I restarted it, it immediately revved up to 5000rpm and shook badly. I had to get it towed. My mechanic can't find any fault. Sometimes it flutters or skips beat when stationary.

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Can I get replacement air conditioner pulley/bearings from a salvage yard?
By David Morley · 13 Jan 2025

My 2008 Ford Focus air conditioner’s pulley/bearings, need to be replaced. Can I get these at a salvage yard, or is it best to buy new ones?

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Is a blown gasket a warranty claim with my 2013 Holden Cruze
By David Morley · 13 Jan 2025

My 2013 Holden Cruze was brought brand new, and only has 70,000km on the clock. I have been told it has a blown gasket, which causes oil to go into bottle that's connected to radiator. Would this be a warranty claim?

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More than $20,000 slashed off Nissan EV
By Samuel Irvine · 07 Jan 2025
The UK-built Nissan Leaf is now Australia’s second-cheapest electric car as Nissan slashes more than $20,000 off its retail price.
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Top five Chinese cars not yet in Australia
By Tom White · 05 Jan 2025
There are now more Chinese cars in Australia than ever before, and yet there are more which haven't arrived yet which would almost certainly find an audience.
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Bargain motoring at its finest
By John Law · 02 Jan 2025
It’s no secret times are tough. The cost of living is sky high and cars don’t seem to be getting any cheaper. 
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