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The most popular cars in Australia, by age group

Drive.com

The study by comparison site Compare the Market used data from Australians who have quoted and compared car insurance policies through its website between 1 July 2023 and 1 July 2024. The HiLux creeps up to third place, bumping the Ford Ranger and the Hyundai i30 down to fourth and fifth, respectively.

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Deals on wheels: Big discount for Ram 1500 Big Horn

CarExpert

Until March 31, 2024, the Ram 1500 Big Horn short wheelbase (SWB) – fitted with a 5’ 7” tub – is priced from $119,950 drive-away across Australia, with its registration, compulsory third-party insurance, stamp duty and dealer delivery fees waived. An updated 1500 was revealed in the US in November 2023, ditching the venerable 5.7-litre

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Write-off categories for cars explained

Autocar

Car insurance write-offs can occur even after a light bump, so it's handy to know what the different categories are Car insurance write-off categories can be intimidating for the uninitiated. If a car is worth £500 and you crack the front bumper, the chances are your insurer won't pay for a repair or replacement part.

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What’s included in the drive-away price of a new car?

CarExpert

However, others advertise new cars with drive-away prices, which include the vehicle purchase price as well as stamp duty, compulsory third-party insurance (CTP), a dealer delivery fee, and registration. However, drivers in New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, and the ACT are required to choose their insurance provider.

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Used Mercedes-Benz S-Class 2006-2013 review

Autocar

It deals with bumps like they don’t exist and is about as quiet as a church. Even the lesser S63, with a 6.2-litre litre or 5.5-litre litre V8 (depending on, again, which side of the facelift it falls under), puts in a sub-5.0sec effort.Numbers tell you only so much, of course, so how does the S-Class drive?

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The Impact of Automatic Braking Systems: Saving Lives and Reducing Injuries Annually

Automotive Addicts

That means what could have been a major crash turns into a minor bump or, even better, gets dodged completely. Not to mention, it could ease up on healthcare needs, lower insurance costs, and cut down on the big bucks spent on emergency services. If they spot trouble brewing, they can hit the brakes faster than you can blink.

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Mastering the many faces of F&I

Canadian Auto Dealer

To confidently present finance and insurance products, business managers must be well-versed in the intricacies of extended warranties, GAP insurance and more. When customers hit a bump on the road to the sale, they need someone they can trust to find solutions. They’re the gears that keep the F&I machinery humming smoothly.