Automotive news
All the latest news in automotive, buying guides and updates from the Westside Auto team.

Inverter and Converter Failures: Understanding the Hybrid
Used hybrid cars offer amazing value, when you know the facts. Your essential guide to understanding hybrid systems and making confident purchase decisions.

Noisy Manual Gearbox: Whining, Clunking and Rattling Explained
Learn why your manual gearbox makes whining, clunking or rattling noises. Understand causes, repairs and maintenance tips for Australian conditions.

Smart Alternators and Battery Sensors: What Australian Drivers Should Know
Low voltage doesn’t always mean trouble. Discover why your car’s ‘low’ voltage is actually a sign of smart charging and what to do after a battery change.

Pressure Testing and Leak Detection: Tools and Techniques in Automotive Care
From cooling systems to air conditioning and even fuel lines, there’s a whole science behind how mechanics uncover tiny leaks that drivers can’t see.

How to Troubleshoot Cooling Fan Relays, Temperature Sensors, and ECU Issues in Modern Vehicles
Learn how to diagnose and fix car cooling fan, relay, sensor, and ECU issues to prevent overheating without unnecessary part replacements.

Why Hybrid Brake Pads Rust and Seize: What Every Driver Should Know
Hybrid and electric vehicles save on brake wear, but underuse can lead to rust and pad seizure without proper maintenance.

How to Remove Bad Smells from Car Air Conditioning for Good
If your car’s AC smells like wet socks, the problem runs deeper than you think, find out why and how to fix it.

Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Problems: What Aussie Drivers Need to Know
Ever wondered why your diesel feels sluggish or guzzles more fuel than usual? The answer could be hiding in your exhaust, inside a little-known component called the DPF.

What's That Low Humming Sound That Gets Louder With Speed?
That humming sound that gets louder with speed isn't your car breaking down, it's actually an early warning system that could save you thousands in repairs.

