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2024

Understanding the Importance of Roadworthy Inspections

Imagine you’re driving your vehicle, the wind brushing against your face and your favourite song playing on the stereo. It’s a picture-perfect moment until suddenly, your car sputters, stalls and leaves you stranded on the side of the road. The culprit? A neglected vehicle that hasn’t been through a roadworthy inspection. What Is a Roadworthy Inspection? A roadworthy inspection is an essential checkup that determines whether your vehicle is safe to be on the road. Read More»

Hi, I’m Dave, thanks for dropping by my blog! I set up this site because I wanted to share some tips to help auto owners look after their cars. I grew up in a family of mechanics – one of my first memories is of handing tools to my Dad while he worked on the family car. While I chose a different career path to the rest of the family, my Dad made sure that I knew how to look after my car, giving me the skills to master basic maintenance and mechanics and the knowledge to know when I need expert help. This has saved me a bucket load of money over the years – thanks Dad! – and I’d like to share some of my knowledge with car owners who want to learn more about basic mechanics and maintenance.