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Aside from buying a house, buying a car is pretty much the biggest single financial investment most of us will ever make. And, similarly to buying a house, when you buy can seriously impact how much you pay. We’ve kept this one short and sweet, highlight exactly when and when not to buy your next […]

Some people really dig washing their cars, they find it meditative and gain great satisfaction in removing dust from every crack and crevice. For the rest of us, it’s just another dreaded chore. And so, because we’re responsible car owners who know that regular cleaning protects the paintwork, helps the resale value and just feels […]

Your tyres are the most important part of your car. Turns out, they’re also the most neglected. From a safety perspective, just millimetres of rubber tread sits between you and the road. If there is a bald spot on just a fraction of your tyre, it could spell disaster. From a budgeting perspective, you might […]

Mobile mechanics seem to be all the rage. I should know, I’m in the Mobile Mechanic business. But that doesn’t mean I solely support opting for mobile. You see, when it comes to getting your car fixed there is no one-size-fits-all solution. What is right for you ultimately comes down to a choice you’re comfortable […]

As the term suggests, under most car lease agreements you are essentially renting your car. However, car leasing comes in a number of shapes and sizes and navigating the options can quickly become confusing.  There are four main types of car leases available in Australia, each with their own host of pro’s and con’s. Below […]

At some point every car will need repairs of some kind and, unfortunately, car repair costs can blow out enormously. This can simply be due to a misdiagnosis of the problem; or a result of a car mechanic being “dodgy” (sadly some just are!) and intentionally charging you for repairs you don’t actually need; or […]

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. […]

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 […]

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 […]