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.
Your Guide to the New South Wales Pink Slip
Need a Pink Slip for your registration renewal in NSW? Read our guide to the NSW vehicle safety inspection process for vehicles more than five years old.
How to Track a Stolen Car – and What to Do if You Find It
Discover how to track a stolen car safely. Learn about the latest anti car theft devices, modern thief tactics and what to do if your vehicle goes missing.
Best Electric Cars in Australia by Price 2026
What are the best electric cars in Australia? We outline nine new EVs to consider – from a cut-price MG hatch to a Porsche, and even a family-fit people-mover.
29 Surprising Driving Offences – And 3 That Sound Illegal but Aren’t
To help prevent your road habits from denting your bank balance (and potentially impacting your car insurance premiums), we’ve rounded up the most surprising driving offences across Australia.
How to Change a Car Battery
Learn how to change a car battery safely, why car batteries go flat, the average car battery replacement cost, and when to call in the professionals.
Find the Best Seniors Car Insurance for Your Needs
Searching for over 50s insurance? Learn how health, ageing and driving factors might affect cover and cost so you can find the best auto insurance for seniors.
Is It Worth Getting an Extended Car Warranty?
Wondering if an extended car warranty is worth it? Learn how they work, different types, your existing consumer rights and what to consider before purchasing.
How to Transfer Car Ownership in Australia
Find out how to transfer car ownership if you’re selling your car or gifting it to a family member. Car ownership transfers can be done online or in person.
Electric Vehicle Battery Guide: What to Do When You Have a Flat Car Battery
Get guidance on what to do if your EV runs out of battery, including flat battery tips, accessing roadside help, jump-starting and charging options.
Road Trip Planner: How to Prepare Your Car for Long Road Trips in Australia
Use this road trip planner to prepare your car for Australia’s epic drives. Discover essential checks, what to pack for emergencies, and insurance tips.
Top 5 Reasons People Call Roadside Assistance in Australia
Discover the top reasons Aussies call Youi for roadside assistance, which car insurance policy includes the service as standard, plus breakdown prevention tips.
How to Drive Safely in Outback Queensland – and Other Remote Locations
Master outback Queensland driving safety with our expert guide. Discover vehicle prep, packing essentials, and hazard tips for driving in rural areas.
Making a Car Insurance Claim with Youi
Whether it’s hail damage, a collision with another vehicle or a run in with a pylon in a car park, there are any number of unexpected events that may result in damage to your car.
Road Rules, Risks and Car Insurance in Perth: Local Tips For Drivers
Learn about car insurance in Perth, some of the local road rules and when double demerits apply, and find helpful resources for driving in WA's capital.
Confessions of a P-Plater: Familiarity over Freedom?
The feeling of getting your licence is often a teenager’s first real taste of freedom – but it’s rarely an overnight milestone.