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running a car

What are the costs of running a car in Sydney?

Sydney and Melbourne are the most expensive cities in Australia to run a car. The top 3 costs for a vehicle owner are car loans, fuel and insurance. If you have a loan, you could spend $211 or 69% more every week than someone without a car loan. We look at all the costs of running a car in Sydney. Read More

How to save money on fuel

The average motorist fills up their car with fuel once a week. Most of us want to pay the lowest prices. There are two main ways you can save money on fuel. First, use fuel apps or sites and second, take advantage of movements in petrol price cycles. Read More

registration periods

How do I choose a registration period?

The first vehicle registration in NSW is always for 12 months. After that, you can choose a registration period each time you register your vehicle. Your registration period must match your green slip period. In some cases, you must register for 12 months but you can later switch to 6-month registration. Do you know when vehicle registration expires? Read More

demerit points really cost

What demerit points really cost you

The real cost of having demerit points on your licence is higher than you think. Did you know each demerit point you incur lasts for 40 months? This means you could reach the limit and lose your licence. You could also pay up to a third more for your greenslip for 3 years. Read More

greenslips for drivers over 70

Green slips for drivers over 70

Green slips provide exactly the same coverage for drivers of all ages. However, drivers over 70 may face rising prices for their green slips. You can use the greenslips.com.au Calculator to make sure you get the best price for your long-term driving experience. Read More

greenslips for business owners

Green slips for business owners

If you’re a business owner who needs a green slip, the greenslips.com.au Calculator helps you compare prices. You need to consider ownership, primary use of vehicle, how far you travel and registration for GST. Find out about green slips for business owners. Read More

How much is a green slip for pensioners?

One of our top 10 questions in the past 3 years is the price of a green slip for pensioners. In NSW, having a pension doesn’t make your green slip price cheaper. However, your vehicle registration is free and you may receive other motoring benefits. Read More

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