Ever played the number plate game on a road trip? You know, the one where you make phrases with words that start with the letters of the plate in front of you? It’s no iSpy but anything to kill time, right? Here’s another game
After months of COVID restrictions, it’s no surprise a recent PD Insurance survey found 50% of Australians will be holidaying here in the next year rather than travelling overseas. And of these, 23% will road trip – with many travelling to bushfire-affected areas to
Dogs. Cats. Rabbits. Birds. Even guinea pigs. For most pets, car travel isn’t part of their weekly routine, but sometimes travelling with your pet in the car is unavoidable. And it can be fun! Especially if you’re taking them on holidays. You
Confusion has reigned over driving lessons since Victorian police issued a fine to a 17 year old learner-driver in early April, and then withdrew it a few days later. The big question is: Can L-platers still have driving lessons during the COVID-19 crisis?
In Australia, our social distancing measures and lockdown of non-essential services have had a positive impact on the rate of COVID-19 infections to say the least. So much so, state governments are moving through implementing the Australian government’s three-stage plan to relax coronavirus restrictions!
Prior to the pandemic, ridesharing was an increasingly popular way to travel – despite some questions around ridesharing safety. Even during this crazy period, ridesharing and public transport continue to be the means by which many people access their job, crucial health services,
The National Motor Vehicle Theft Reduction Council (NMVTRC) has just gone public with a warning to Australians – stealing keys during residential burglaries is an increasingly common method of stealing cars. Scary, right? Don’t be caught unawares… read on for our tips on
Experiencing a COVID-19 credit crunch? Maybe you’ve reduced your hours, changed jobs, your kids have flown the coop or you need some quick cash for another reason? You could very well be considering the best way to sell a car. Whatever your motivation,
A three-way between you, your employer and your car financier might sound risqué – but it’s not quite as exciting as the name suggests. This little agreement, aka a novated lease, does have its perks though. And like any financial decision, it’s important
By now, we all recognise the need to practice social (spatial) distancing and, where possible, self-isolation to stop the COVID-19 spread. What if you have no choice but to drive somewhere and get out of the car. It raises the question – how to
Freelancer. Contractor. Temp. Business Owner. Sole Trader. Entrepreneur. Gun for hire…. Okay maybe not that last one. Whatever you want to call it, today’s ever-present accessibility to portable computers, smart phones and (usually) decent internet has opened up a whole new range of
When you’re self-employed, there are many hats to wear and many things to learn about working on and in your business. One big consideration is incorporating your car into your financial equation and making that work for you. This article lays out the basics