02 Dec
money-saving driving tips

7 Money-Saving Driving Tips

With high petrol, diesel and electricity prices, making the most of whatever fuel powers your car is now more important than ever. Here are our top money-saving driving tips to improve your car’s efficiency and cut your fuel costs. 1) Accelerate Gently Instead of giving your car a sudden burst of speed, you’ll save fuel… Read more »

25 Nov
test-drive

Here’s how you can make the most out of your test-drive

So, you’re in the market to buy a new car. You’ve done some online and in-real-life automobile window-shopping and now the decision is down to a couple of makes and models for consideration. Now comes one of the most fun steps in the car-buying process: the test-drive. Getting behind the wheel and giving potential automobiles… Read more »

18 Nov
upgrade your car

4 practical reasons to upgrade your car

Many car owners put off upgrading their vehicles for a variety of reasons. This is quite understandable because most of the time, changing cars takes time, work, and most importantly, money. However, getting a better vehicle can often improve your daily life and increase your driving happiness. Here are our top reasons to upgrade your… Read more »

11 Nov
tailgating

How to prevent tailgating accidents

The risk of being rear-ended increases big time when dealing with tailgaters. Not only is tailgating rude behaviour, but it’s also extremely dangerous and leads to thousands of traffic accidents each year. Learning how to prevent tailgating accidents is an integral part of being a safe driver. Whether you’re the driver in front or the… Read more »

04 Nov
off-roading

Off-roading tips for beginners

We’re all beginners at first, no matter what it is. However, with certain activities, we can prepare ourselves for potential pitfalls when we’re still new. That goes for off-roading. When the urge to explore arises, few drivers ever find their way off the beaten track. But to truly explore the wonders of Australia, you’ll have… Read more »

28 Oct
prevent car from overheating

How to prevent your car from overheating this summer

While you might love to bask in the sun, your car’s engine doesn’t appreciate the heat as much. Excessive heat can cause your engine to overheat, halting those vacation plans and landing your vehicle in the repair shop with an expensive repair. Don’t wait for the temperature warning light to come on. Read on to… Read more »

21 Oct
driving at night

Safety tips for driving at night

There’s no doubt that driving in the dark is more dangerous. According to research, fatal accidents are three times more likely at night compared with the daytime. Combine less visibility with other factors, such as poor weather conditions or being tired, and this can dramatically increase the chances of getting into an accident. So to… Read more »

14 Oct
selling a car

5 things to do before selling your car

Selling a car may seem like a complicated process, especially for first-timers. It requires preparation, inspection, research, and other essential steps to ensure that you’re getting the best value for the vehicle. Here are the top things you need to do before selling your car. 1. Explore Your Selling Options Before you start, you may… Read more »

07 Oct
tire alignment

Is it time for a tire alignment?

Getting a tire alignment is one of the regular maintenance tasks required to keep your vehicle in tip-top condition. Alignment assures your tires meet the road at the proper angle, your wheels are pointing straight and your tires are centred in the wheel wells. It adjusts the angles of your vehicle’s wheels to original specs… Read more »

30 Sep
aquaplaning

What is aquaplaning and how to avoid it

We get more than our fair share of rain in Queensland, and the problem only gets worse during the wet season. Not only does heavy rain reduce visibility and increase braking distances, but it also creates standing water, which can cause your car to aquaplane. If you’ve ever experienced aquaplaning before, you know how scary… Read more »