Street Smarts
How to find out how much finance is left on your car
How to find out how much finance is left on your car before you sell: check your lender app, request a payout figure, and understand what buyers will see on the PPSR.
Windows down or air con on: what uses less fuel?
Opening your windows or running the air con? The answer to which uses less fuel isn't about preference. It depends entirely on your speed.
How to price a used car so it actually sells
How to price a used car that actually sells: how to set your asking price, what moves the number up or down, and how to adjust when a listing isn't moving.
How often do you actually need to change your oil?
The 3,000km oil change rule is outdated. Here's how often you should actually change your oil in Australia, based on your car and the oil it uses.
7 reasons used cars take longer to sell
Your used car not selling? Here are 7 reasons used cars sit on the market for weeks, and what to do about each one before your listing goes stale.
Does premium fuel actually make a difference?
Does premium fuel make a difference in your car? Here's the honest answer on 91, 95 and 98 RON in Australia, and when splashing out is just wasted money.
How to transfer car registration after selling your car
How to transfer car registration after selling your car in Australia: what the seller must do, what the buyer must do, and the deadlines that matter in each state.
Why do my brakes squeal?
Brakes squealing? It might be nothing — or it might be time to act. Here's how to tell the difference, cause by cause.
Why the Australian used car market is growing online
The Australian used car market is one of the fastest-growing online consumer categories. Here's what's driving the shift and what it means for buyers and sellers.
Is it better to buy a newer car with more kilometres, or an older car with fewer?
Newer car with more km, or older car with fewer? Neither is automatically better. Here's how to actually compare them when buying used.
How to find service records for your car before you sell
How to find service records for your car before you sell: logbooks, dealer history printouts, digital records, and what to do if the history is incomplete.
How do you know if your car battery is about to die?
Spot the signs your car battery is dying before it leaves you stranded. Slow cranking, dim lights, electrical gremlins — here's what to look for in Australia.