Owning A Car

Why Have SUVs Become So Popular In Australia?

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Sports Utility Vehicles (SUVs), are better known as the modern people mover. With ample storage, these vehicles are made for adventurers who want to travel off-road or for sleek city folk looking for a smooth ride. Given the model’s versatility, it is no surprise that SUVs are becoming more and...

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Dangers Of Using Your Mobile While Driving

A man driving while using a phone

Picture this, you are driving through town travelling at 60km/h. Your mobile pings because you have received a text. You take your eyes off the road for 2 seconds to see who the message is from. In this time, your car travels 33 metres (1). From here, you make a...

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What To Do If Your Car Is Stolen

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Having your car stolen can be a frustrating and even frightening event. As overwhelmed as you may be feeling right now, it is very important to remain calm and focused on the next steps. If you act quickly, your car has a high chance of being found and back in...

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Create Your Own Emergency Car Kit

A man is standing next to a broken down car

If you have ever experienced a car breakdown or accident you will know the situation can be quite stressful. Being equipped with a few handy items can help you avoid some of the stress that comes from such situations. Carrying an emergency kit in your car may help keep you...

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What To Do If Your Car Is Flooded

What To Do If Your Car Is Flooded

We’ve all seen the devastating footage of submerged cars in flood waters both on TV and social media, but we never expect one of those cars to be ours. You find your vehicle with a water line visible halfway up your car door, layers of mud lining the interior of...

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What is Depreciation and How Does it Impact My New Car Purchase?

new car depreciation

You’ve probably heard of the term depreciation before, but how do you consider depreciation when purchasing a new car? The dictionary definition of depreciation is ‘a reduction in the value of an asset over time, due in particular to wear and tear.’ Essentially, depreciation refers to the loss in value...

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