When does my car need a pink slip in NSW?
Most NSW cars need a yearly pink slip once they're over 5 years old. Here's how the timing works, what happens if it fails and how to prepare.
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Plain-English guides to rego inspections, servicing and repairs, written for drivers around Kings Park and Blacktown.
When does my car need a pink slip in NSW?
Most NSW cars need a yearly pink slip once they're over 5 years old. Here's how the timing works, what happens if it fails and how to prepare.
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Pink slip vs blue slip in NSW: which one does your car need?
A pink slip renews registration on older cars; a blue slip gets an unregistered vehicle back on the road. Here's how to tell which one you need.
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LPG car servicing: a guide for LPG and dual-fuel owners
LPG and dual-fuel cars need their gas system looked after as well as the engine. Here's what gets checked, common faults and the NSW rules.
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Logbook servicing: will an independent mechanic void my warranty?
You don't have to go back to the dealer to keep your new car warranty. Here's what the ACCC says and how to protect yourself with good records.
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Car air conditioning not cold? Regas vs leak repair explained
If your car's aircon isn't cold, a regas alone rarely fixes it. Here's why a leak test comes first and what R134a and R1234yf mean for you.
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Blue slip after rego expired: how to re-register in NSW
If your NSW rego lapsed more than 3 months ago, or your car is from interstate, you'll need a blue slip. Here's the process and what to bring.
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