Guides
Field notes.
From the workshop.
Practical guides on servicing, modifications and engineering, written by a mechanical engineer who works on cars.
June 2026·6 min read
Mercedes-Benz AMG Service Intervals — What Sydney Owners Actually Need
AMG service intervals are tighter than the standard Mercedes range. Here's what your handbook doesn't tell you about running an AMG in Sydney conditions.
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Mobile Mechanic vs Workshop — Which Is Right for You?
The tradeoffs between a driveway service and a workshop drop-off, and how to work out which one fits your car, budget and time.
Read the guideMay 2026·8 min read
Custom Fabrication in NSW — What's Actually Legally Allowed
A plain-English overview of what modifications you can get engineered and registered in NSW — and where the rules bite.
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