Car Research & Advice

The 2005 Mazda2 Genki will come standard with curtain airbags and anti-lock brakes.

What cheap used car should I buy?

Angelo is after a cheap, economical and dependable urban commuter.

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Bad vibrations: A shudder in the brakes is likely the result of a warped disc rotor.

Ask Shorty: My car has a vibration under brakes

John has a common problem with his 1998 Ford Falcon.

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Tyre pressures need to be checked regularly.

Q&A;: Ask Shorty

What to do if your tyre pressure warning light comes on.

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How often should you drive your car to keep the battery charged

Ask Shorty: How often should I drive my car?

Jason wants to know how to keep his battery charged without driving his car very often

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Picking the right type of car finance will save you in the long run.

Different finance types explained

Lease or loan? Chattel or cash? Understanding the different types of car finance will save you money in the long run.

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Picking the right car finance could save you more than you think.

Car financing: Your complete guide

Lesley Parker reveals the best place to park your money with car finance.

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If you do your research you can avoid the possibility of being stuck with an expensive car loan.

Loans for carefree motoring

Make sure you weigh up your finance options before committing to buy that new set of wheels.

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Cash leads equities but that's not a reason to shift attitudes to cash.

Third party insurance premiums drop for Canberra families

Canberra families will save as much as $24 on some compulsory third-party insurance from March as competition in the market drives down prices.

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Damaged car

Q&A;: Who pays the insurance excess?

After being hit by a stolen car, I was asked to pay the excess.

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Prang

Sink or switch? Complete insurance guide

Comparing car insurance policies can be a nightmare. Chris Harris loses a lot of sleep discovering why.

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The Australian dollar is just about the only non-manipulated currency in the entire world along with New Zealand, says ...

How much should I pay for new tyres?

Tyre prices range from less than $100 to more than $1000. How much should you spend on your next tyres?

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Izuzu 4wd

Buying new tyres: The first step

The first question you have to ask yourself when buying new tyres is what are you going to use them for?

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The Tenants Union of Victoria has put home inspections under the microscope.

Tyre guide: What's written on the side?

The side of a tyre contains plenty of information. Here's your guide to deciphering it.

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The Mazda3's fuel use doesn't differ too much between city and highway driving.

Q&A;: Odd fuel use?

Mick is wondering if the fuel use he is getting on his Mazda3 on the open road is wrong?

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A Mazda MX-5 will run on 95 blended fuel or more. Just don't use an ethanol blend.

Q&A;: 95 or 98 fuel?

Shaun is wondering whether he should use 95 or 98 ron fuel in his 2008 Mazda MX-5.

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The Caltex petrol station on the M4 Motorway where motorists purchased the contaminated fuel.

How do I remedy contaminated fuel?

What to do if your car stops running because of watery fuel.

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