Safety

By Tim Nicholson · 15 Nov 2023

Choosing a used car can be tricky. You want to make sure you're not getting ripped off and that the car has been well looked after and doesn't have any hidden damage. But another key consideration is safety.

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More Toyota C-HRs recalled for fuel leak

By Chris Thompson · 24 Oct 2023

The Toyota C-HR is the subject of a fresh recall, with 14,480 units of the small SUV built between 2019 and 2023 recalled for a potential fire risk.

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Will your car be banned by an Aussie ULEZ?

By Laura Berry · 14 Oct 2023

Australia's major cities may have ultra low emission zones similar to London's mandated in the future and despite this meaning older cars would be banned, the health and life-saving benefits would make the change absolutely worth it

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Comprehensive car insurance vs third party: What's the difference?

By David Morley · 22 Sep 2023

Like any grudge purchase, many of us don’t really pay too much attention to car insurance. You buy it because you need it.

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ANCAP moves the goalposts again

By Tom White · 06 Sep 2023

ANCAP has moved the goalposts once again, making it more difficult than ever to attain a five-star rating, but the first vehicle to be tested walks away with a maximum score.

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Would you buy a four-star crash-rated car?

By Stephen Ottley · 02 Sep 2023

No-one should question the great work the Australian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP) has done to improve the safety for motorists. But, what is coming under increasing question is whether or not Australian new-car buyers are getting a clear picture of what is and isn’t a safe car.

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Car suspension: What is it and how does it work?

By David Morley · 01 Sep 2023

A car’s suspension might seem like a lot of trouble to go to, but without it, a car would never be safe enough, comfortable enough or stable enough to be driven at much more than walking pace.

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Ford recalls Ranger and Everest

By Tung Nguyen · 30 Aug 2023

Ford's popular Ranger ute and Everest large SUV have been hit with a recall notice for a potential fault that could suddenly stop vehicles.

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Why the MG5 is missing key safety features

By Stephen Ottley · 26 Aug 2023

MG has vowed to continue to offer affordable models to Australian customers, despite that likely coming at the expense of a five-star safety rating from independent body, ANCAP.

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Will you need this new driver's licence?

By Laura Berry · 08 Aug 2023

South Australia will require owners of certain high-performance cars to undergo testing and meet other criteria before being given a special licence to drive their vehicles from December 1 this year.

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