
How Long Does a Car Service Take and Things to Do While You Wait
It’s a question we hear almost as often as ‘are we there yet?!’. Let’s unpack how long a car service takes and take a moment to explore the incredible...

How often should you change brake pads on a car?
Whether you’re nipping down to do the school pick-up in an SUV or touring down Beach Road on a Sunday morning in the latest European sports model, regular car...

How safe is your car?
Car safety features have come a long way since Harley Tarrant built Australia’s first petrol-driven vehicle at the turn of the 20th century. Features first thought of as ‘gimmicky’...

Car maintenance during lockdown
After months of navigating lockdowns and changes to the way we live and work, many of us are dreaming of the day when we can feel the freedom of...

What to do with a cracked windscreen
It doesn’t matter if you’re zipping about town in a vintage Datsun or cruising down the highway in a brand new Mercedes S-Class; gravel and other debris don’t discriminate....

Car Paint Protection and Repairs Tips
The ol’ spit-n-polish isn’t just for the car-obsessed amongst us – keeping your car’s paintwork in top condition can extend its life and add value on resale. So how...

Car warranty service: do I have to service my car with the dealer?
It’s time to bust the number one myth out there when it comes to car servicing: no, your standard manufacturer’s warranty cannot be voided simply because you choose to...

Airbag Recalls – Is Your Car Affected?
With over 100 million vehicles affected worldwide, the Takata airbag defect has prompted the world’s largest ever automotive recall. The defective airbags are known to cause serious injury and...

How to Jump-Start a Car
It’s an underrated automotive survival skill that you might not have thought about since learning the basics at drivers education. So what is your roadside assist technician doing under...

Do I need a roadworthy certificate in Victoria?
New year, new car? If you’re upgrading your wheels and selling your old car privately, you’ll need to obtain a Certificate of Roadworthiness. But what is a roadworthy certificate, where...