Car Part Blog

Educational

Riding Out the Coronavirus: How to Sanitise Your Car and Keep Your Family Safe

The world is suffering from the global pandemic called COVID-19 and the virus that causes it, the SARS-CoV-2 (official name og the novel coronavirus). It has infected about 828,305 people around the world, out of which 40,735 have died. The rapid increase in infections leave everyone asking about the best way to minimise the risk of contracting the virus.

Apr 02nd, 2020

Carpart News

New Model Wreckers Closes Down Due to the COVID-19 Crisis

If you’re a car business or car owner in Australia, chances are you’re familiar with New Model Wreckers, one of the trusted suppliers of car parts in Sydney and most regions of the country. Perhaps, big writings in yellow between two black and white karting flags ring a bell here.

Apr 01st, 2020

Educational

Smoking Inside Your Car Is Bad for Its Resale Value

Some drivers allow themselves and their passengers to smoke inside their cars. Others, even though they're smokers themselves, are fiercely against it. Your car, your rules, I think it’s fair to say that. Smoking, not smoking, food and drinks, what songs to play on the radio – you call the shots. But you should know one thing: if you allow smoking inside of your car, you're dropping the car's resale value.

Apr 01st, 2020

Manufacturers News

Best 5 Electric SUVs for 2021

We are moving towards a future dominated by Electric Vehicles (EVs). A few years ago, Tesla seemed to dominate the EV market, but now many other players, including some of the biggest names in the car-making world, have joined in to claim their share in the EV market. We have already seen a few releases this year, each more impressive than the last. In 2021, we are anticipating the launch of some of the most brilliant electric SUVs in the world.

Apr 01st, 2020

Manufacturers News

The 10 Fastest 'Fast & Furious' Cars

From the moment the first action-packed Fast and Furious movie hit the silver screen in 2001, it had already kept its fan base glued to the screens, and this went on with every release of the film for over 18 years. The American media franchise had not only been about hair-raising chases and crime plots, but also served as a launching pad for countless high-performance vehicles

Apr 01st, 2020

Controversial

The Pros and Cons of Buying Discontinued Cars

GM’s recent announcement about discontinuing Holden has raised a crucial question: is investing in discontinued cars a good move? While you may be tempted to visit your nearest dealership and buy a Commodore, Acadia, Colorado, or Astra, there are potential advantages and disadvantages that you need to consider.

Mar 31st, 2020

Educational

Australian Consumer Law – What Car Owners Should Know

Have you ever thought what it would be like if car buyers were not protected by laws? Instead of looking forward to getting the newest model, you’d probably stress over buying one. Fortunately, you need not overthink because governments have stepped up in terms of regulation and we have laws protecting consumers, especially car owners!

Mar 31st, 2020

Car Part World News

Will There Be a 2020 Season for Formula One?

The virus found its way into sports, forcing the calling off of events and competitions one after the other worldwide. Formula One has not been spared. The 2020/2021 F1 season has been left in clutter after a series of postponements.

Mar 31st, 2020

Educational

Don’t Make These Mistakes When Selling Your Car

There are many reasons why you'd want to sell your car. Typically, car owners choose to sell their vehicles when they're planning to upgrade to something better. In some cases, a person might want to sell their car because they need the money.

Mar 31st, 2020

Manufacturers News

DMC DeLorean: Is the ‘Back to the Future Car’ Back?

Hearing something in the lines of stainless-steel body, wing-like doors and a rear-mounted engine takes us back to the old days of the DeLorean. If you have followed the classic ‘Back to the Future’ trilogy, no doubt you get the picture.

Mar 30th, 2020

Manufacturers News

Australia Funds Homegrown Driverless EV

It’s all systems go for Australia’s all-electric driverless vehicle as the Applied Electric Vehicles (AEV), a startup focusing on the development of commercial EVs, has recently received funding of $2 million from the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) to expand its program further.

Mar 30th, 2020

Educational

Things You Need to Know About Car Insurance

Your car needs to be covered by insurance, that's a no-brainer. It comes in handy when accidents, theft, and other unforeseeable circumstances happen. It buys you peace of mind if there's such a thing. Having your car insured is also a statutory requirement.

Mar 30th, 2020

Carpart News

Finding Car Parts While on Covid-19 Lockdown

With the Coronavirus lockdown being implemented in many parts of the world and Australia-wide, regional borders have been shut. Non-essential businesses and public places have closed shop, states have restricted the movement of people within territorial boundaries, and gathering of more than ten persons have been banned (Update: Social gathering should not exceed two people – as of today, 30 March 2020).

Mar 30th, 2020

Educational

Car Maintenance Schedule: Consumable Parts & When to Replace Them

Cars need regular maintenance to ensure they keep running properly. However, keeping track of when to replace consumables can be difficult, especially if you are a first-time car owner. This is why automakers include a maintenance schedule in the car manual.

Mar 30th, 2020

Educational

7 Most Family-Friendly Cars in Australia

When it comes to choosing a car to buy, many factors come into play. Among them are performance, aesthetics, practicality, and overall, just how well the car suits your style and routine.

Mar 30th, 2020