Nobody wants to do it, most of us ignore it, but the service-station check is as essential to car ownership as flossing is to your teeth. Without it you will spend more on fuel, tyres and repairs, and are likely to end up back at the mechanic for your next service sooner than you’d hoped. […]
READ MORESelling Your Car? Why Choosing The Right Time Of Year Will Get You More
Did you know that one of the main market conditions that may affect your ability to sell your car and your car’s value is actually when you sell it? Don’t worry – most don’t. You see, when it comes to selling a car, there’s a whole host of things you can do to move it quickly and […]
READ MOREWhat To Do if You Have a Car Accident
Accidents aren’t fun, even minor ones can seriously rattle your nerves. It’s precisely this nerve rattling that can result in poor decision making, costly and sometimes even illegal mistakes. Below, we’ve compiled a list of Do’s and Don’ts to help guide you through the process so that you can feel confident and prepared if an […]
READ MOREHow Much Should My Car Service Cost?
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?
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 MORECar Service Costs: 6 Upsells to Look Out For
Ever gone into a workshop for what you thought was a routine service and suddenly you’re hit with a bill in the thousands? Ouch. All those little extras certainly add up. And, although frustrating, we mostly just accept these extras as we’re told “they’re good for the car” – make it ‘run better’, ‘perform better’, […]
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 […]
READ MOREGame Changers With Sarah Harris: Blue Toro Named Motor Industry Disruptor
Combining her extensive business-building skills with her husband’s mechanical prowess has enabled Blue Toro founders Janelle and Elvio Gonzalez to revolutionise Australia’s automotive repair industry. Here’s Janelle’s interview with Sarah Harris, originally posted as a video on The Carousel.
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