Cheapest cars to run in Queensland
RACQ’s 2018 Vehicle Running Costs survey reveals the cheapest cars to own.
VW Tiguan Range Revamped
With the release of the new seven-seat Tiguan Allspace, Volkswagen have taken the opportunity to revamp the standard wheelbase five-seat Tiguan range for MY2019.
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Best 4x4 Dual Cab Ute 2018
Australia's Best Cars 4x4 Dual Cab Ute Winner was the Ford Ranger XLT 3.2.
Best AWD SUV 2018
Australia's Best Cars AWD SUV Winners were the Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium wagon, the Kia Sorento GT-Line and the Volvo XC60 D4 Inscription.
Best Sports Cars 2018
Australia's Best Cars Winners for Best Sports Cars were the Hyundai i30 N and Mercedes-AMG A 45.
Best Medium Cars 2018
Australia's Best Cars Winners for Best Medium Cars were the BMW 330i Sport Line and the Toyota Camry Ascent Hybrid.
Best Small Cars and 2WD SUV 2018
Australia's Best Cars Winners for Best Small Cars and 2WD SUV were the Mazda CX-3 Maxx, Mazda 3 Maxx Sport and BMW 125i M-Sport.
Running with the bulls
RACQ Motoring Editor Barry Green straps in for some hot laps with Shane Van Gisbergen.
Rules around red light emergency
Different rules apply in each state regarding driver responsibility when in the path of oncoming emergency vehicles.
BMW 120i
BMW gave the 1-series a refresh back in 2016, introducing (amongst other things) new, more efficient engines.
Wrap it up
Sick of having the same old car colour? Go wild with a vehicle wrap.
Specialised cover for car and motorcycle enthusiasts
RACQ members have asked for an insurance product for genuine car and motorcycle enthusiasts to insure their pride and joy, and the Club has listened
Seven steps to buying a new car
Buying a new car is a big decision, here are our top seven steps to follow when buying a new car.
Remake of classic French sports car Australia-bound
The bold newcomer excited sports car enthusiasts the world over when it broke cover in production form at this year’s Geneva Motor Show.
BMW 530e
In a first for the expanding iPerformance range, BMW has brought its 530e model to market at the same price as its conventionally-powered equivalent, the 530i.
What to do when your car is bogged
Here are some tips for when you find yourself stuck in a rut.
Tunnel safety
With three tolled tunnels in Brisbane alone, it’s important to know how to drive safely while underground.
New V6 power drives second-gen Audi S5 Cabriolet
Until arrival of the RS5 towards the end of 2017, the S5 is the hero of Audi’s new A5 Cabriolet range.
New Swift Sport goes turbo
Less than a fortnight into 2018 and Suzuki have got things off to a flying start, debuting their feisty, new Swift Sport model.
Strapped in
Queensland ambulances are the first in the country to implement child safety seats.
Road toll rising
Last year, almost 250 people died on Queensland roads. RACQ head of public policy, Dr Rebecca Michael, is just one of many asking why.
Record number of rescues
Avoid a potentially-deadly mistake this summer and don’t leave your kids in the car.
Not all SUVs are equal for safety
ANCAP safety ratings for three new market entrants highlight the important role of independent safety testing.
How to tell if you need new tyres
Bad tyres lead to accidents, while good tyres keep you safer on the road.
Meet the V6 Kia Stinger’s little brother
For buyers who like the new Kia Stinger’s styling and packaging, but don’t need V6 performance, there is an alternative – and one that is without great compromise.
Maserati grows Levante luxury SUV range
From little things big things grow – so the popular Paul Kelly song goes. The same could be said for Maserati’s SUV, the Levante.
Mahindra releases all-new PikUp
The Mahindra PikUp comes to market with an updated, 103kW/330Nm turbo diesel engine, all-new six-speed gearbox, totally new interiors and inclusion of ISOFIX child restraints with top tether standard on all Dual Cab models.
Last locally-made Toyota rolls off the line
Everyone knew it was coming, but on October 3, 2017, it became official – the final locally-made Toyota rolled off the Altona production line.
How to choose the right mechanic
Finding a mechanic you trust is incredibly important, because if you can’t trust your mechanic you can no longer trust your car.
How to stay focused on the road
It is estimated that around 25% of road crashes are a result of driver distraction.
Lamborghini Aventador S
Any time a performance car company adds an ‘S’ suffix to one of its models it’s fair to expect something special.
Koleos diesel joins Renault's SUV range
Renault’s Koleos medium SUV will soon be available with a choice of two engines.
Kia’s family-mover updated and safer
The current Kia Carnival has proven popular with families and business and rental fleets alike, thanks to its space and versatility.