Street Smarts
Why does my car shake when I'm stopped at the lights?
A car shaking at idle usually comes down to four causes. Here's how to read what your car is telling you and which ones can wait vs. which ones can't.
Chinese used cars are losing value faster than their rivals
More Chinese-brand cars are reaching the used market, and the saving against new ranges from $5,500 to $17,000. The number to compare is the new drive-away price.
Buy or wait? Used cars are cheaper and most sold after a price cut
The same used car is about $1,600 cheaper than a year ago, and most of the cars that sold had a price cut first. Should you buy now or wait? Here’s what the data says.
Cheap used EVs have doubled, and almost half have barely been used
An electric car under $35,000 used to be hard to find. Now it's a quarter of the used EV market, and almost half of them are dealer demos, not second-hand cars.
Used cars under $20,000 are selling fast again, but at lower prices
Used cars under $20,000 are selling fast again, but typical prices are about $750 lower than last year. See what it means for buyers and sellers.
Buying a year-old car usually means a big discount. Unless it’s a LandCruiser
Buying new or one year old? A year-old car typically saves you 14.8%, but a LandCruiser Prado saves under 1%. See where buying used really wins.
8 common mistakes to avoid when selling your car
The 8 most common mistakes when selling your car privately in Australia — from overpricing to the Notice of Disposal most sellers forget to lodge.
Does cruise control actually save fuel?
Cruise control can save 7–14% fuel on a flat highway. On a hilly road, it can cost you more. Here's when to use it and when to turn it off.
What documents are needed when selling a car with finance owing?
The documents you need when selling a car with finance owing in Australia: payout letters, PPSR discharge, finance agreements, and what to hand over at settlement.
Base model or higher trim: is it worth paying more?
Not all trim upgrades are worth paying for. Here's which features justify the premium, which ones don't, and how to think about it on a used car.
What happens to your car loan when you sell your car?
What happens to your car loan when you sell? The loan doesn't disappear — here's how settlement works in a private sale, through a dealer, and with negative equity.
Hatchback vs SUV: which should you buy in Australia?
Torn between a hatchback and an SUV? Here's the decision framework that cuts through the noise and helps you choose based on how you actually drive.