A dog in the car makes drivers more careful
A RECENT STUDY IN THE UK has shown travelling with a dog in the car makes drivers more likely to drive with greater care. It even reduces stress behind the wheel. The study revealed that
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Should I brim my fuel tank?
WITH FUEL PRICES AT historic lows, there’s a real temptation to fill your fuel tank as far as you can. And we all know we can squeeze in just a little more after the auto
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Everything you need to know about E10 fuel
EVER SINCE E10 fuel was introduced, there have been rumours about how it can be detrimental to a car’s engine. The “E” in E10 stands for ethanol (and the number that follows indicates the maximum
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Oil falls below $0. What does it mean for Australian petrol prices?
STRANGE TIMES LEAD TO STRANGE outcomes, and one that we’ve never seen before is benchmark US oil prices falling below zero for the first time in history. Yes, US oil producers now have to pay
Continue readingRelive the Bay to Birdwood
THE BAY TO BIRDWOOD Run is one of the most significant motoring events in Australia and one of the longest-running. Starting as a relaxing biennial day out to promote the car clubs of South Australia,
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UK study identifies the most distracting infotainment systems
CONFIRMING WHAT WE’VE been saying for some time, a recent study by What Car? in the UK has identified the most distracting in-car infotainment systems. While the manufacturers continue to insist that in-car systems are
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Is an Australian behind the Tesla complaints?
FURTHER TO OUR PREVIOUS STORY musing on whether there may be a conspiracy against Tesla, more information has come to light. In 2016, several complaints were filed with the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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Is there a vendetta against Tesla?
WE’VE BEEN HEARING so many negative stories about Tesla that we’re starting to wonder if there’s a conspiracy against them. Clearly, if the major car companies perceive Tesla as a threat, they would do everything
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Better auto hygiene will limit virus spread
THE FEDERAL CHAMBER OF AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRIES (FCAI), has urged drivers to upgrade vehicle hygiene practices to help minimise the risk of spreading COVID-19. In addition to following all Government hygiene protocols, below are some measures
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Jaguar, Land Rover offering 5-year warranties
IT’S TAKEN SOME TIME, but finally luxury brands are falling into step with longer warranties. Latest to join the move (although they insist it’s only for “a limited time”) are Jaguar and Land Rover. The
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