
Tyre size explained
Wheels and tyres have a huge impact on your car’s handling, performance, fuel economy and safety. Whether you’re driving a high-powered performance vehicle or the family car, selecting the...

5 of the best autumn road trips from Melbourne
Chasing those spectacular autumn colours? Get your car ready to hit the road with Cox Auto as we explore 5 of the best autumn road trips from Melbourne. With...

Brake lights staying on? Here’s what to do
They’re like the emojis of the road, speaking volumes without saying a word. But what happens if your brake lights are staying on? It’s like your car is screaming...

How to tell a car battery is dead
There’s nothing quite like the sinking feeling of turning your car key or pressing the start button, only to be met with silence or the feeble whir of an...

Car A/C Smelling Like Vinegar?
It’s peak cucumber season in the veggie garden, but that doesn’t mean your car’s air conditioner should be smelling like a pickling day in the kitchen. Is your car...

Car Alternator 101
Batteries get a lot of attention when we talk about powering the electric components of your car. But just like Batman would be nothing without Robin, a battery is...

Christmas Gifts for the Car Lover in Your Family
Buckle up for a sleigh ride through the festive world of Christmas gifts for the car enthusiast in your life. Whether you’re a petrolhead or don’t know a carburettor...

Signs of a Bad Car Battery vs Alternator
Ruh-roh! You’ve turned the key or pressed ‘start’ and your trusted ride ‘clicks’ or refuses to start. Is it a dead battery or a faulty alternator causing the trouble?...

How Long Does a Car Battery Last?
How long is a piece of string? About the same length as the life of your car battery… They rarely cross our minds until the moment they fail, but...

Brake Lights
Woah, slow down! It’s time to shine some (red) light on one of the tiniest – but most important – unsung heroes of car safety: brake lights. What is...