Relive The Glory Days with WA Car Enthusiast Clubs
July 1, 2019
From classic and vintage cars, to brand new makes and models, these Western Australian car enthusiast clubs let you relive a great era of Australian motoring. You’re out on the Perth roads one weekend and a wave of 20 classic cars cruise past you bumper to bumper, engines grunting, exhausts popping and suddenly your hit with a sense of nostalgia. You remember the first car your parents had owned as a child, the sensation of opening the door and smelling the leather interior for the first time, it’s a moment you’ll never forget. Whether you’ve just bought a new or... Read More
Considering Tinting Your Car Windows? Check the WA Laws First
June 19, 2019
Everything You Need to Know When Tinting Your Car Windows Car window tinting is more than just a luxury, with most car makers offering window tint on new vehicles to help reduce harmful UV rays and achieve a more comfortable ride. As a result, there has been a rise of older vehicle owners wanting to tint their car windows. With a high demand for car window tinting on both new and old car owners, we explore Australian Laws around window tinting and how it could affect you. Whether you have chosen to DIY or get it professionally done, it’s a... Read More
One Car Stolen Every Ten Minutes
May 16, 2019
One car stolen every ten minutes. When it comes to car theft, Australia is no stranger with 52,858 vehicles stolen in 2017 alone. That’s equal to one car stolen every ten minutes. A recent analysis conducted by Budget Direct showed that motor vehicle thefts across the country was costing Australians up to $880 million a year but has seen a steady decline over the past decade. Of the 52,858 vehicles that were stolen in 2017, 70% were short term thefts (stolen and recovered) whilst the remaining 30% were classified as profit motivated thefts (stolen and not recovered). This means that... Read More
The Ultimate Classic Car Restoration Guide
May 9, 2019
You’ve just survived the lengthy process of buying a classic car, hopefully, our Ultimate Classic Car Buyers Guide was helpful, now comes the fun part. Restoring a car can be as complicated as solving a 1000 piece puzzle blind folded or as easy as putting a few pieces of Lego together. It all depends on your experience and the work you’re planning to do. What we can say for certain is that it’s going to take time, a lot of time… and patience. To restore a car successfully it requires careful planning, plenty of research, setting a timeline and deciding... Read More
The Ultimate Guide To Buying A Classic Car
May 7, 2019
Buying a classic or vintage car is really no different than purchasing a standard day to day vehicle. Why are you buying a classic car? It all comes down to why are you buying the car? Understanding what your purpose is for the vehicle is the difference in being able to enjoy the experience or a decision you end up regretting. If you choose to purchase a car that requires restoring, remember that it may take several months, possibly years, before it becomes roadworthy. If restoration isn’t your forte, there are turn-key and ready-to-drive solutions available. Whatever your decision is,... Read More
WA One Step Closer to Safer Roads, Towards Zero
April 11, 2019
Since 2008, there has been a 27% decrease in road fatalities and seriously injured on Western Australian roads. As Easter Long weekend approaches and the level of traffic increases on our roads, communities across Western Australia band together for Blessing of the Roads 2019. What is Blessing of the Roads? The ceremony is a symbolic gesture for motorists, passengers, and everyone on the roads over the Easter long weekend, to have a shared responsibility to drive safe. The campaign focuses on raising awareness for all road users about the need to exercise care, courtesy and common sense when travelling on... Read More