The recent Covid-19 pandemic has put considerable strain on families across Australia. New laws took effect on 31 March 2020 which requires people to remain at home unless they have a reasonable excuse such as traveling to work or shopping for food. With many people...

Cleaning the interior of your car is important for maintenance and value. It can extend the life of leather, vinyl, plastic, and other components. Doing it yourself can be surprisingly inexpensive and straightforward. Follow these simple steps on how to clean the...

  Flushing the radiator and replacing the coolant is something that must be accomplished periodically. This is done to prevent your engine from overheating and keep the inner workings of your cooling system free from contaminants. It’s recommended that you change...

Changing your car's engine oil is one of the most basic of automotive maintenance. Plus, an oil change is the most important task you can do to make your engine last. We’ll teach you how to change oil and how to extend oil life. Here's how to change oil and how to...

Nothing makes your car look better than a good wash. Washing your own car will save you money. It also allows you to give extra attention to especially dirty areas of your vehicle. Provided you use the right technique and the right tools, washing your car is easy to...

Maintaining your car is a very important step that every car owner must follow to increase the life of their car and make it look brand new like it just came from the dealer. Doing a weekly inspection to help you maintain your car can save you thousands of dollars....

  Cars need battery power, and car batteries eventually wear out. This is a plain fact of automotive technology. There are many reasons a battery goes flat: It could be old and worn out; it could have a slow drain that draws out power even when you’re not using...

There are a few things you can check, basic safety requirements before getting your eSafety pink slip check to save time by getting them fixed before taking them to your local mechanic. Pink Slip Checklist: 1. Tyres condition - All four tyres are to have at least...

How much does Safety Check (Pink Slip) cost? Pink slips have a standard cost, which depends on your vehicle, and are separate to the cost of registration. This table shows the current maximum fee for the most common inspection types: What does a mechanic check during...

Common Car Battery questions The car battery provides the jolt of electricity necessary to power all the electrical components in your vehicle. In fact, it’s your ride’s heart and soul. Without battery power, your car, as you’ve probably noticed, won’t start. 1. How...

Time to recharge your car’s air conditioning? A fully functioning car air conditioning makes our travel comfortable. However, if you have got into your car and felt warm stuffy air you could be in an uncomfortable journey. This is a very common car air conditioning...

What is eSafety check or Pink Slip? Roads and Maritime Services maintains inspection and certification schemes to make sure that all vehicles meet minimum safety requirements. Generally, light vehicles more than five years old require a safety check (previously called...