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A car drives on Seacliff Bridge above aqua ocean
A car drives on Seacliff Bridge above aqua ocean
How to plan an Aussie road trip
How to plan an Aussie road trip
Thinking about the ‘big lap’ of Australia or planning a bucket-list road trip? Our 12-step guide will help you get the most out of your dream journey.
Kris Ashton
21 Aug 2025
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driveway lights
Are driveway lights legal in Australia?
Are driveway lights legal in Australia?
It’s the new craze sweeping the nation, but is it actually legal to make your driveway resemble an airport landing strip?
Sam Charlwood
20 Aug 2025
Heads up display in self driving car
Heads up display in self driving car
Does switching off ADAS features affect your car insurance?
Does switching off ADAS features affect your car insurance?
New research reveals one in five Aussies switch off ADAS systems – are they risking their insurance?
Sam Charlwood
18 Aug 2025
A hand plugs in a white EV with a curly cable
A hand plugs in a white EV with a curly cable
EV benefits in Australia you might not know about
EV benefits in Australia you might not know about
A quicker commute and free or discounted charging: some EV benefits you may not have considered.
Bridie Schmidt
18 Aug 2025
Car testing Bridgestone Turanza 6 tyres on a wet surface
Car testing Bridgestone Turanza 6 tyres on a wet surface
Are premium tyres really worth it?
Are premium tyres really worth it?
To find out the real difference between a budget and premium tyre, we tested and experienced both beyond their limit, so you and your passengers don’t have to.
Liam Murphy
15 Aug 2025
Car driving on road between Cairns and Port Douglas near Rex Lookout
Car driving on road between Cairns and Port Douglas near Rex Lookout
Plan your Queensland road trip: coastal drives, outback trails and must-see stops
Plan your Queensland road trip: coastal drives, outback trails and must-see stops
From the reef to the outback and in between, here’s how to plan your perfect Queensland road trip with seasonal tips and must-see stops.
Bridie Schmidt
12 Aug 2025
A black car driving in light hail on a wintry road
A black car driving in light hail on a wintry road
Tips for avoiding hail damage to your car
Tips for avoiding hail damage to your car
The summer storm season is fast approaching: here is the best way to avoid hail storms, and what to do if you’re caught in one.
Open Road
11 Aug 2025
Woman looking at a fuel pump
Woman looking at a fuel pump
Petrol, diesel, ethanol and LPG: a guide to choosing the right fuel type
Petrol, diesel, ethanol and LPG: a guide to choosing the right fuel type
We take a look at the major fuel types to help you avoid confusion next time you pull up to the service station bowser.
Open Road
8 Aug 2025
Cars with fog lights switched on driving on a foggy country road
Cars with fog lights switched on driving on a foggy country road
A guide to using fog lights in Australia
A guide to using fog lights in Australia
Fog lights can be valuable in the right situation, and potentially costly at any other time.
Open Road
5 Aug 2025
A couple clinks glasses behind a table in a caravan
A couple clinks glasses behind a table in a caravan
Caravan trip planning: what you need for an Australian adventure
Caravan trip planning: what you need for an Australian adventure
Taking the right equipment for a caravan adventure and preparing for the unexpected ensures your lap of Australia is memorable for all the right reasons.
Sam Charlwood
31 July 2025

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