There’s nothing more unsettling than sitting at the lights and feeling your car shake, splutter, or even cut out completely. Rough idling and engine stalling can make you think the worst, but the truth is, it doesn’t always mean your engine is done for. In many cases,...
Few things are more stressful than your car breaking down in the middle of the road. Whether it happens on a quiet suburban street in Melbourne or right in the thick of traffic on the Monash Freeway, the big question is always the same: do I really need a tow truck,...
You’re driving down the road, hands steady on the wheel, when suddenly you notice something odd – your car keeps drifting to the left or right. It’s not only annoying, but it can also be unsafe, especially at higher speeds. If this sounds familiar, don’t ignore it. A...
If you own an older car, chances are you’ve dealt with some kind of electrical gremlin – flickering headlights, a radio that cuts out, or maybe windows that refuse to go up or down. Unlike newer cars packed with computerised systems, older vehicles rely on simpler...
There’s nothing worse than waking up, rushing to get to work, and finding your car refuses to start. Instead of that reassuring engine rumble, you’re met with silence, clicking, or a half-hearted cough. Morning no-starts are a common headache for Aussie drivers,...
A tyre blowout on the freeway is every driver’s nightmare. One minute you’re cruising along at 100 km/h, the next—you hear a loud bang, your steering wheel shakes violently, and the car starts pulling to one side. It’s scary, it’s dangerous, and it can happen to...
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