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Car insurance news and articles

A collection of car related articles to help you maintain your car, driving safety tips, and finding the best insurance for you and your vehicle's needs.

Read up on the latest car related trends, guides, and news.

At Youi, we aim to keep you up to date with all the latest trends in car insurance and important news events that may affect the way you drive. We also help you learn about handy ways in which you can save on your vehicle’s insurance with guides that step you through vehicle maintenance, car safety for on an off the road, and ways in which you can reduce your insurance premiums.

Car insurance cooling off period

Car Insurance Cooling Off Period: What You Need To Know

Got buyer’s remorse? If you’ve bought a policy you no longer want, here’s how a car insurance cooling-off period works and what it means for refunds and claims.
MAI insurance

What Is MAI Insurance – and How Can It Help After a Car Crash?

The ACT’s Motor Accident Injuries (MAI) Scheme is designed to provide support to people injured in car accidents. Here’s what to know about your MAI insurance.
Daylight savings

Are Australians Clocking Onto the Impacts of Daylight Savings?

It’s the time of year that sparks the age-old debate: daylight savings.
Best car gadgets

Best Car Gadgets to Make Your Ride More You-Shaped

From dash cams to heads-up displays, we’ve selected 18 of the best car gadgets to help upgrade your commute, the school run and your next road trip.
Barefoot driving

Is it Illegal to Drive Barefoot?

Is it illegal to drive barefoot or wearing thongs in Australia? Discover what the road rules actually say about your choice of footwear behind the wheel.
Car accident claim

Car Accident Claim Guide: Damage, Injury and Not-at-Fault Scenarios

If you need to make a car accident claim, our guide explains how insurance covers different scenarios, including not-at-fault crashes and car accident injuries.
Changing car insurance

Changing Car Insurance

When did you last think about changing car insurance? In this article, we explore why, when and how to change your car insurance provider in Australia.
Man checking his car tyres

How to Make Your Tyres Last Longer

Want to know how to make tyres last longer? Discover how driving habits and routine maintenance may help extend tyre life, save fuel and improve on-road safety.
Car Stamp Duty Calculator

Car Stamp Duty Calculator Guide: Costs Across Australia

Buying a new or used vehicle? Use our helpful guide and state-based car stamp duty calculator links to help work out how much stamp duty you might need to pay.
Best cars to buy in Australia

What Is the Best Car To Buy in Australia?

Compare the best cars in Australia for 2026 based on price, safety features, fuel efficiency and offered warranties to see which options may suit your needs.
How safe is my car

How Safe Is My Car?

Find out how safe your car is, how to assess a vehicle’s safety and which car safety features to consider when purchasing a new or second hand vehicle.
Car insurance check

How to Do a Car Insurance Check in Australia

Not sure if your vehicle is covered? Learn how to easily perform a car insurance check in your state or territory and review your policy details today.
Selling a car in Australia

Selling a Car in Australia

The steps involved in selling a car in Australia depend on where you live as well as whether you’re selling privately or trading it in to a dealer. Learn more.
Comprehensive vs Third Party car insurance

What’s the Difference Between Comprehensive and Third Party Car Insurance?

Understand how the difference between comprehensive and third party car insurance impacts the events your car’s covered for – and what you can claim for.
High risk car insurance

What Is High Risk Car Insurance?

High-risk drivers may pay more for their car insurance due to age, being an inexperienced driver, or infringements on their driver history.
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