This hub brings together our most useful car ownership guides — from basic servicing intervals to specialist European maintenance, roadworthy rules and how to avoid buying a bad used car. All written from workshop experience, not theory.
Featured Guides
How Often Should I Service My Car?
Learn how often your car really needs servicing in Australian conditions, the difference between time and kilometre-based intervals, and why short trips are harder on engines than long highway runs.
- Petrol, diesel & European intervals
- Real-world Australian driving conditions
- What happens if you skip a service
Do I Need a Roadworthy Certificate in Victoria?
Clear breakdown of when an RWC is required for VicRoads — selling, transferring, re-registering or clearing a defect — and when you don’t legally need one.
- RWC rules for buyers & sellers
- What’s checked in a Roadworthy
- How long certificates last
How to Spot a Bad Used Car Before Buying
A practical checklist from mechanics who inspect cars every day. Use this before you commit to any used car — and know when to walk away or get a professional inspection.
- Visual checks that catch major issues
- Test drive red flags
- Why pre-purchase inspections pay for themselves
Mercedes A vs B Service Explained
Understand the difference between Mercedes A and B services, what each includes, expected costs and why following the correct schedule protects your warranty and engine.
- What’s included in A vs B
- Service intervals & costs
- Independent vs dealership servicing
Why European Cars Need Specialist Servicing
European cars are engineered differently. This guide explains why they need specific oils, diagnostics and parts — and why generic “quick” services can end up costing you more.
- European engines & electronics
- Correct oils, fluids & parts
- Common Euro faults and how to avoid them
Coming Soon: More Owner Guides
We’re continually adding more articles for owners who want to understand their car better and avoid unnecessary repairs.
- DPF & diesel health explained
- How diagnostics really work
- Preparing your car for a long trip
How to Use This Hub
We recommend bookmarking this page and coming back whenever you’re:
- Thinking about buying or selling a car
- Unsure if your car is due for a service
- Curious about what your dashboard lights mean
- Planning a road trip or long-distance drive
Need Personal Advice on Your Car?
If something in one of these articles sounds like what your car is doing — or you’re just not sure where to start — you can contact us directly and we’ll point you in the right direction.
We work with all makes and models, with a strong focus on European vehicles such as Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi, Volkswagen, Skoda and Volvo.
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