Car Advice
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AdviceIs premium petrol worth using?
Higher octane fuels may be more expensive but they also bring a number of benefits
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AdviceTop things to consider when buying a family car
Moving to a family car is a big commitment, here are the things to look for when making the switch
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AdviceHow bad is electric car depreciation?
Should depreciation really be one of your biggest worries as an electric car buyer?
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AdviceElectric car servicing explained: What do EVs cost to maintain?
Do electric cars need routine servicing? What does it include? Is it cheaper to maintain an EV than a petrol or diesel car? Find out in this handy guide.
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AdviceThe car brands with the longest warranties and capped-price servicing period
Our newly updated list of vehicle warranties confirms that in most cases, the three-year warranty is history. If you're not getting at least a five-year warranty with your new car, you need to ask some questions.
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AdviceDo automatic car washes damage your paint?
Cheap and easy they may be, but automatic car washes will leave their mark over time
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AdviceHere are the fastest-charging electric vehicles
Here’s the what’s-watt on electric vehicle battery capacity and charging times
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AdviceThe best affordable sports cars of the 2010s
During the 2010s, these were the best bang-for-bucks performance cars
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AdviceIs it time to switch to an electric car?
Is the tide of opinion and financial benefit finally turning on electric cars? We crunch the numbers on how much you could save by making the change.
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AdviceHow much more expensive are electric cars?
Amid inevitably increasing new car prices, how big is the electric vehicle price premium today?
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AdviceEvery new manual car you can buy in 2022
Automatic has become the default transmission, but from mad enthusiasts to everyday drivers, there are plenty who still love manuals
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AdviceNSW mobile phone detection cameras: Where are they and what are the penalties?
You've been warned... mobile phone cameras now nabbing NSW motorists for up to 10 points
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AdvicePros and cons: Should you buy a new or used car?
We help you weigh up the pros and cons of buying a brand new car against buying a used car
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AdviceLegalese: What do all these car dealer words mean?
Drive-away? On-road costs? Knowing the car-buying lingo will help level the playing field between you and the car dealer
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AdviceWhy are my brakes making that noise?
What your car is trying to tell you with a nasty scraping sound coming from the wheels
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AdviceBest cars for your teenager
So your offspring has entered a new stage in life – these first-car choices should help reduce some of that inevitable parental anxiety
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AdviceDiesel Particulate Filters: Are owners just doing it wrong?
Diesel particulate filters have been in the news for all the wrong reasons – but are they getting a bum rap? We talk to industry experts to find out
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AdviceHow to use paddle shifters, and when you should
Why do many automatic cars have a manual option?
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AdviceDual-cab ute safety features explained
How do Australia's most popular utes compare when it comes to safety? We put it to the test
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AdviceHow to keep your car's battery in good health
Not using the car as much? Here's how to keep your battery in tip top shape
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AdviceHow to pay for a used car from a private seller
You’ve found the perfect car, agreed on the ideal price and want to get it in your driveway immediately, but how do you pay for it?
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Australia’s cheapest cars: 4 new cars under $20,000
Nowadays it's slim-pickings if you want to purchase a brand-new car on a used-car budget
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AdviceThe cheapest small SUVs you can buy
Looking for an affordable way into one of the most popular car crews? Here's a round-up of the best value small SUVs on sale today
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AdviceEvery Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) on sale in Australia in 2022
Offering electric commuting minus the 'range anxiety', PHEVs are often a cheaper emissions-free option than full EVs – and there are plenty to choose from
