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Ask Shorty: Is my fuel consumption a lie?
Is missing your claimed fuel economy rating grounds for complaint? Full Story- Published
- 23 May 2016
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Ask Shorty: Ethanol blended premium fuel
Most cars are able to use ethanol but it can be costly if you use it in a car not prepared for it. Details- 23 May 2016
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- 23 May 2016
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Ask Shorty
David wants to know if he can fit larger wheels to his Falcon ute. Details- 20 May 2016
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- 20 May 2016
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Q&A;: Ask Shorty
What to do if your tyre pressure warning light comes on. Details- 20 May 2016
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- 20 May 2016
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Ask Shorty: My car has a vibration under brakes
John has a common problem with his 1998 Ford Falcon. Details- 20 May 2016
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- 20 May 2016
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What cheap used car should I buy?
Angelo is after a cheap, economical and dependable urban commuter. Details- 17 May 2016
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- 17 May 2016
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What car should I buy?
Keki is keen to replace her Falcon with something smaller and taller Details- 05 May 2016
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- 05 May 2016
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Ask Shorty: Can I fit smaller tyres?
William wants to know if he can legally fit lower profile and narrower tyres to his car Details- 21 April 2016
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- 21 April 2016
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What practical small car should I buy?
John is after an economical urban runabout with an easy-to-load boot Details- 19 April 2016
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- 19 April 2016
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What sporty SUV should I buy?
Peter is after a prestige SUV with serious driving credentials. Details- 13 April 2016
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- 13 April 2016
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What Car Should I Buy?
Ross is helping his daughter pin down the right first car Details- 07 April 2016
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- 07 April 2016
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Should I buy a new or used SUV?
Chris can't decide whether to buy a new SUV or spend a similar amount on a used prestige alternative. Details- 30 March 2016
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- 30 March 2016
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What compact seven-seater should I buy?
Ryan wants a seven-seater than isn't too big or daggy. Details- 23 March 2016
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- 23 March 2016