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Luxury Vehicles8 min readUpdated 25 July 2026
Mercedes-Benz Buying Guide
Choosing the right Mercedes-Benz in Australia: model hierarchy, AMG versus AMG Line, the options that matter for resale, and how agency pricing changes negotiation.
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Porsche Buying Guide
Buying a Porsche in Australia: how allocation works, the options that protect value, PCCB and PDCC decisions, and why the build sheet matters more than the badge.
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Porsche Buying Guide
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Vehicle Comparisons7 min readUpdated 29 July 2026
Tesla Model Y vs Kia EV5
Tesla Model Y versus Kia EV5 compared for Australian buyers: real-world range, charging, interior and practicality, service and support, pricing and resale outlook.
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Finance & Novated Leasing8 min readUpdated 27 July 2026
Novated Leasing Explained
How novated leasing actually works in Australia: the three-way agreement, pre-tax and post-tax contributions, the EV FBT exemption, residuals and the traps to check.
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Vehicle Comparisons8 min readUpdated 26 July 2026
Best Dual Cab Utes in Australia
Comparing Australia's dual cab utes: Ranger, HiLux, D-Max, BT-50, Triton and Amarok on payload, towing, cabin, running costs, fit-out and resale.
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The Business Vehicle Tax Guide
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