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
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
Is Australia Amped and Ready For An Electrifying Future?
March 29, 2019
We may not have flying cars or hoverboards just yet, but are we ready for electric cars? Apparently not, as Australia is currently listed as one the slowest countries in the world to adopt the electric car revolution. According to data provided by EV Volumes, China led electric car sales in 2017 with 606,000, followed by USA with 200,000, and Norway with 82,000. It is predicted that by the end of 2018 there will be a total of 2.1 million electric vehicle plug-in sales worldwide with 350-360k in the US, 420-430k in Europe, 1150k in China, and 160k from others.... Read More
The Race For A Greener Future | The Pros & Cons of Electric and Hybrid Cars
March 8, 2019
By the year of 2017 Australia’s intake of electric vehicles had increased by 44 per cent from the previous year, with overall sales up by 67 per cent from 2016 to 2017. But our emissions were still 45 per cent higher than Europe. Despite our efforts to go greener, Australia is still far behind the 8 ball when it comes to electric vehicles, with a total of 7340 EVs to this date in comparison to 1.2 million in China. It’s not that we aren’t interested in making the swap, in fact a Roy Morgan survey showed that more than 50 per cent... Read More
Stargazing in Western Australia
February 4, 2019
As we look to the night skies, stargazing and astronomy has become increasingly popular in WA due to the fact that we are so isolated. With some of the best conditions in the world, scientists and stargazers are travelling from around the globe to enjoy one of nature’s most amazing sights right in our backyard. WA has even been chosen to co-host the Square Kilometre Array out in the Midwest where they hope to discover and expand our understanding of the universe. Here are the top stargazing places to visit in Western Australia: The Pinnacles, Nambung National Park: Just off... Read More
Driving Tips To Beat The Heat
January 17, 2019
As we enter the peak of summer and temperatures begin to soar, driving can become a bit of an annoyance, or in the worst cases hazardous as our vehicles turn into portable ovens. Driving in extreme heat can pose significant challenges and risks, all the more when you manage a fleet of vehicles, but by taking a few simple precautions we can ensure your safety and comfort is optimal this summer. Here are some simple tips to stay cool and safe on the roads this season. Stay Hydrated It is extremely important to keep hydrated, especially on longer drives. Always... Read More