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 Side shot of a dual side exhaust
What car noises mean
What car noises mean
Knowing the causes of odd car sounds will help you work out whether the problem is big or small, and how soon you should get the problem checked out.
Open Road
10 Aug 2020
Top-down view of a radiator cap in a car engine
Top-down view of a radiator cap in a car engine
Car cooling system: why engine coolant is so important
Car cooling system: why engine coolant is so important
Regular checking of your cooling system and engine coolant can save your car from costly engine damage.
Open Road
24 Nov 2021
NRMA technician looks under a car bonnet while a driver looks on
NRMA technician looks under a car bonnet while a driver looks on
Charging your car battery
Charging your car battery
Did you know a flat battery can be avoided if you have a battery charger? Here are four ways to charge a flat battery from the NRMA.
Open Road
8 Feb 2021
A car engine's brake fluid reservoir
A car engine's brake fluid reservoir
Brake fluid: how to check your car's brakes
Brake fluid: how to check your car's brakes
It’s worth checking your brake fluid level while you have the bonnet open. If the level is low it could indicate a dangerous leak in the braking system.
Open Road
27 Sept 2018
Illuminated car dashboard engine light
Illuminated car dashboard engine light
Car care: 8 essential tips for looking after your vehicle
Car care: 8 essential tips for looking after your vehicle
Regular car care checks will avoid potential reliability problems. The NRMA’s maintenance plan will help keep your car in good shape.
Open Road
1 Apr 2025
Close-up of jumper leads being attached to a car battery
Close-up of jumper leads being attached to a car battery
How does cold weather affect your car battery?
How does cold weather affect your car battery?
The NRMA explains how the cold winter weather can affect the performance of your car battery and tips car owner's should follow to avoid a breakdown.
Open Road
21 June 2024
A hand of a father in a pink sleeve can be seen wiping the oil checker of a car next to a child in yellow shirt
A hand of a father in a pink sleeve can be seen wiping the oil checker of a car next to a child in yellow shirt
How oil works in a car's engine
How oil works in a car's engine
They say oil is the lifeblood of an engine, but you might be surprised at just how accurate this statement is.
Open Road
6 Apr 2018
Topping up engine oil
Topping up engine oil
Six cheap and useful buys for your car
Six cheap and useful buys for your car
While maintaining a regular car service schedule is critical to keep your car healthy, you can also tick off some items by yourself with help from our partners at Repco.
Open Road
16 Aug 2024
Close-up of a car's dashboard with the battery icon lit
Close-up of a car's dashboard with the battery icon lit
Four signs you need a new car battery
Four signs you need a new car battery
A flat battery might be caused by another car problem, such as a faulty charging system, but here are four signs that may indicate it's time for a replacement.
Open Road
3 Dec 2024
Emergency tyre on the road at breakdown
Emergency tyre on the road at breakdown
How far can I drive on a space saver tyre?
How far can I drive on a space saver tyre?
Space saver tyres or temporary use spare tyres are common in modern cars and come with unique advantages and disadvantages.
Open Road
29 Jan 2025

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