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Should we buy a Nissan JUKE?
Behind the Wheel listener Gareth wants some advice on the Nissan JUKE. Hey guys, the wife and I are looking at a Nissan JUKE as a second car, what do you think? We are looking […]
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Honda Civic Hatch brake issues
Cynthia reports troubles with the brakes on her Honda Civic hatch. We got a comment in from our reader Cynthia who is having some issues with the brakes on her Honda Civic Hatch wearing out […]
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What to do if Your Vehicle Breaks Down
Some tips on what to do if your car breaks down. Cars do still fail, even though they are much more reliable than they used to be and that’s why it’s a good idea to […]
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Advice for drivers and motorcyclists
A look at how drivers and motorcyclists can better share the roads. As drivers, we probably all have an opinion about motorcyclists, some good and some not so good. Those opinions are most likely formed from […]
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How to be a more courteous driver
Five tips on how to be a safer and more courteous motorist. According to a recent research study by GIO, a quarter of people say drivers are too selfish to put driver courtesy into practice. […]
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Best Cars for Seniors
Our guide for the best cars for senior drivers. The over 65 car buyer market is huge, but are car designers considering our senior drivers? Well no, I don’t think they really are. When sitting […]
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Best Cars for Bogans
Joel Helmes with some options for the proudly unsophisticated new car buyer. If you prefer AC/DC to Mozart, drag racing to the opera and believe flannel is attractive, then you might just be a Bogan. […]
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Best Cars for DINKS
Double Income and No Kids? Joel Helmes looks at some of the best cars aimed directly at you. If you’re yet to enjoy the blessing of the pitter-patter of little feet then chances are your […]
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Best Cars for a mid-life crisis
Joel Helmes looks at the best car options when your life needs some excitement. It’s a terrible term isn’t it? ‘Mid-life crisis’ Well, whether you are actually having a crisis, or you just want a […]
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Best Cars for new parents
Joel Helmes with a guide to making the early years a whole lot easier. I’m pleased to say I have survived the baby years! With two girls, now six and four, the days of prams, […]
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Best Cars under $25,000
Joel Helmes looks at a selection of quality cars that will cost you less than twenty-five grand. $25,000 represents an important price point in the new car market with cut-throat competition and a host of […]
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Best Cars under $20,000
Joel Helmes looks at the best cars that will give you change from twenty grand. With 56 different new car brands vying for your business it can be a little hard finding the car that’s […]
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What’s in a name?
One in five car owners gives their car a nickname. A US study has found about 20% of car owners give their cars a name and those that do often choose a name starting with […]
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How to tell when a car salesperson is lying
Car history business reckons they knows the signs we should watch out for… Buying a second-hand car can be an operation fraught with danger. Finding the right car at the right price can be hard […]
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Guide to buying a used hybrid
It’s now well over a decade since the first hybrid vehicles hit Australian roads and that means more and more are finding their way onto used car lots. But with some rather high-tech gadgetry under […]
