Do Online Hydrogen Generators Really Work?
Hi John, What is your opinion on hydrogen generators for cars? (The ones that are available on the internet.) I enjoy your talkback program on Brisbane Radio 4BC.
How Do I Replace My Yaw Sensor?
I hope you can help. The VSA indicater light on my (wide bodied) Honda Accord instrument panel is on constantly. A Honda dealer did the normal "diagnostic " check and quoted $1300 for a new yaw sensor. I rang a wrecking yard and was told they had the right model and the sensor would cost me $200 - except they couldn't find where it was.
How do I Find a Cheap Car Loan?
How to find a cheap car loan for a Mazda CX-5 Akera - and how to engineer the best possible discount on the price
How Do I Find Cheap Spare Parts?
Australian car owners are systematically ripped off on spare parts. Here's how you can sidestep the process, and - potentially - save thousands.
Should I Buy a Citroen?
French carmaker Citroen is a very small player in Australia on the Australian automotive landscape – just 1500 sales annually. That’s less than 0.2 per cent of total vehicles sold. So: who would actually want one? I taste tested the top three cars in the range to find out
How Does Zero Per Cent Finance Really Work?
Those zero per cent new car finance offers you’ve seen. Don’t waste your breath enquiring. They’re a complete rip-off. Here’s why.
How do I Sell a VW Polo Lemon?
Volkswagen's outrageous record of engineering failures continues. Here's yet another tale of woe from yet another disgruntled owner. Seriously: Vee-Dub should just give the business to the Japanese to run properly.
Should I Get Paint Protection for my New Car?
No. No. No. No. No. No. No. No. No. No. No. No. No. No. No. No. No. No. No. No. No. No. No. No. No. Noooooooooooooooo. Here's why.
Are Automatic Engine Stop/Start Systems a Joke?
Yes. Yes. Yes. Yes. Yes. Yes. Yes. Yes. Yes. Yes. Yes. Yes. Yes. Yes. Yessssssssssssss. Absolutely. Here's why:
Another Hyundai Sunroof Shatters Spontaneously
Two shattered sunroofs now. Is it time to declare: 'Seoul, we have a problem?'
How to Avoid Used Car Buying Problems
Get organised and protect your own best interests when you buy a new car - otherwise this could happen to you...
How Do I Become a Product Reviewer?
You could become a reviewer - if having a real job doesn't work out
Hyundai’s Latest Sunroof Shatter Scare
Product problems are one thing; disgraceful customer service is quite another
Bad Credit Car Loans Explained
Yes - reputable lenders do lend money to people with bad credit histories ... provided you meet key criteria
Does My Car Have a Drinking Problem?
How come the official fuel consumptionnumbers are always wildly optimistic?
Why Official Fuel Consumption is Rubbish
Many car owners contact me after getting frustrated that the actual fuel consumption of their shiny new car fails to live up to the fuel consumption claims at the point of purchase. Is the car defective, or are the official tests out of step?
Australian i-MiEV Electric Car Price "Outrageous"
$53,000 in Australia. $13,845 in the USA. What gives?
Australia's Cheapest New Car - Just $8 a Day
The Suzuki Alto is Australia’s cheapest car. (However, Suzuki probably prefers the terms ‘inexpensive’ or ‘affordable’.) It's just $11,990 – drive-away. Here's how you can own it for just $8 a day.
Should I Replace my Camry Wagon with a Subaru Forester?
Hi John,
We have to replace our old Toyota Camry wagon and are looking for a similar car maybe a Forester or similar maybe one with a few kms on it, something under $30,000, I need large boot space , I am an artist and carry lots of paintings and art materials. A text message is preferred as I am hard of hearing.
Thanks,
Don
Help: I Need a Cheap New Car for Dirt Driving
Hi John,
I have owned a 1997 Daihatsu Terios since new. I only paid around $17,000 for it and it has been a hardworking, reliable vehicle. I will be sorry to see it go. I loved it from the moment I first time I sat in it. However, I know it's getting very close to the time I will need to replace it, and I'm dreading having to fork out double the price for a new AWD or 4x4 vehicle.
We live in rural NSW on a dirt road about 20km from town. The road is frequently corrugated and there are always potholes even on the bitumen, so I really do need a vehicle with good ground clearance and good "grab". I love the size of my little Terios, it's easy to drive & park, but still roomy enough for my husband, groceries & our Staffy.
I would like a vehicle that has seats I can fold flat to make maximum use of the available space. If I can afford it, I'd prefer a diesel as I think diesel engines are sturdier. Can you make any recommendations that won't break the bank? It'll probably be my last vehicle as I'm 58 now.
Thanks,
Gloria