Regular servicing of your car in line with its manufacturers service schedule is imperative to keep it in good working order and under warranty. We discuss tips on how to maintain your car to extend longevity and reduce the risk of your vehicle needing further mechanical attention in between its regular service intervals. Our 3… Read more »
Garages can be intimidating if you don’t know much about cars. Generally people prefer to go to a mechanic they have been recommended because of fear of being ‘ripped off’. If you are due a car service or any maintenance or repairs and not sure where to go, there are some questions you can ask… Read more »
Times are tough, and the world we currently live in has changed in an instant. The Covid-19 Pandemic has caused drastic and sudden changes in society whereby we must consider the risks of simple things we once took for granted such as eating out, grocery shopping, or meeting up with friends to catch a movie… Read more »
The new mobile phone driving laws explain what will happen if you get caught using your mobile phone while driving. In Queensland expect to be hit with a hefty fine, $1,000 to be exact. It doesn’t stop there either, you’ll lose 4 demerit points to boot. The new penalties came into effect in Queensland on… Read more »
Pets are a part of our family, and dog owners in particular often find themselves in the car with their fur child on an excursion to the park or the beach to enjoy the great outdoors. Our canine friends have a great time on the road with most enjoying the car journey, but all too… Read more »
If you’re under the impression that servicing your car at the dealership is mandatory to maintain your warranty you are not alone! A recent Choice survey indicated that around 50% of Australians are also under this impression. As long as your car is serviced by a qualified logbook mechanic in line your manufacturers service schedule,… Read more »
Selling your car is a big decision and deciding whether to sell a car privately or through a dealership can be even harder. Selling privately can bring in significantly more money than trading it through a dealership but in order to sell your car successfully there are a few extra steps you need to take… Read more »
We rarely think about maintaining our air con unless it’s considerably hot outside or the air con doesn’t work at all. Not so long ago, air conditioning was only a feature in luxury vehicles. It is inconceivable to imaging driving a car in Queensland summer without air conditioning, so it’s no surprise that many car… Read more »
If your car is out of logbook service schedule you may not put servicing it at the top of the to-do list. Servicing your car can seem expensive but it is one of the most important things you can do to keep your car running safely and efficiently. We often get asked “how often should… Read more »
Road trips with the kids screams FUN! It also screams, screaming kids! Keeping the kids entertained and happy on long road trips can be tricky. 5 games to play with the kids on a road trip I spy. An oldie but a goodie. They key to this one is to throw in a few easy… Read more »
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