After a year of travel and transport restrictions, Australians are slowly moving around on the roads and rails once more. A question many may be asking during this transition is how to approach transport in the most sustainable and cost-effective way possible post-COVID.
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With international (and often domestic) travel off the table, more and more Aussies have been investing in cars. In fact, the purchase of vehicles rose a considerable 31.8% last year, that’s according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics.
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A rental car could come in handy while holidaying in Australia, whether or not you own your own vehicle. You might have flown interstate and need wheels to explore new roads, or perhaps you’re travelling locally and need more robust transport for multiple mates and camping packs.
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You may have heard of the cheeky koala who wandered onto a freeway in southeast Adelaide a few weeks ago. The little furry friend caused a six car pile up! Luckily no one was seriously hurt and the koala in question was safely released back into the wild. However, this isn't always the case.
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In 2020 UK based publisher Motoring Research did some digging on how job titles affect car insurance. Their findings revealed that drivers, chefs and hairdressers were usually hit with the highest premiums, while mechanics, administrators and designers were charged the lowest.
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The short answer is yes, speeding tickets do affect car insurance premiums. That’s because as well as a ticket, you will also accrue demerit points on your licence. If you’re a learner or P1 licence holder, your licence will be suspended for at least three months.
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Consider yourself a loyal customer? Well the truth is when it comes to your car insurance you could be burning a big hole in your wallet by auto-renewing your policy each year instead of shopping around.In fact, many car insurance companies bump up the cost of premiums each time you auto-renew your policy - meaning you are more out of pocket the longer you stick around. Research overseen by former ACCC chairman Professor Allan Fels found that policy renewal prices are typically 25% higher than those paid by new customers. So how can you save from paying this car insurance “loyalty tax”? By comparing quotes from multiple insurance providers instead of just auto-renewing, you could save hundreds of dollars a year. Mozo research uncovered an average saving of $902 a year to be gained by shopping around for comprehensive car insurance and switching to the best deal^^.By comparing other policies, you could take advantage of new customer offers like an online application discount, and also save on the price of your premiums. So start your search and stop paying too much - scroll down for some killer car insurance offers available right now.
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New research from the NRMA shows that car accidents peak during school pick-up time. These worrying statistics reveal that nearly 40% of car collisions occur between 1pm and 5pm, peaking at 3pm.
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Insurance is a vital product, but despite its importance it is an area that Aussies sometimes avoid. Choosing the right insurance can be a complicated process, and once you've picked a policy It involves forking out cash just in case you find yourself, your belongings or your loved ones in an emergency situation.
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Summer is upon us and with it storm season. The Bureau of Meteorology has warned that this December through to February next year will be wetter on average for most of Australia.
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