When you’re not sure what to expect from a service, it’s hard to look at anything other than the price. One mechanic charges $220 for a minor service on a standard car, while another charges $120. Without knowing the difference between the two, most people say, ‘Why would I pay more?’ and opt for the […]
READ MOREWhich cars are the most fuel efficient in Australia?
It seems the denser the postcode in Australia, the smaller the private vehicles, and I wouldn’t be surprised if we have more Toyota Priuses and bicycles per capita in inner Sydney at least than any other part of Australia! This is in stark contrast to 20 to 30 years ago when the Inner West of […]
READ MOREProtecting Your Car Against Getting Stolen
In 2014 there were 60,000 cars stolen in Australia, or 4.5% of all cars, and that number is on the rise. While 80% of stolen cars are eventually recovered, most of them are badly damaged. Having a car stolen is annoying, an invasion of your property and downright inconvenient. The end result is countless hours […]
READ MORESelling Your Car: Trade-In Or Private?
When it comes time to replace your car, the dealer will very quickly ask whether you have a trade-in. Trading in your old car can be a great bargaining tool, and a quick and easy way to offload your old car. However, dealers are notorious for offering below-market rates.Why does this happen? Because the dealer […]
READ MOREThe 3 Reasons People Don’t Service Their Cars Enough
One of the most common questions we get asked is, ‘Do I really need to service my car so often? Is it really such a big deal if I miss a service or delay it a couple of months?’ Yes. We all skip our six-monthly trip to the dentist on occasion. The difference with our […]
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