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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.

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The Wild Road Rules You Might Not Know Existed

If you ever leave the window of your car cracked open on a hot summer’s day while you pop to the shops or go to pay for fuel, you might well be breaking one of our lesser-known road rules – and, depending where you are, you could be fined thousands.
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The 8-Seater Car Guide for Big Aussie Families

There are plenty of 7-seater vehicles on the Australian car market, but sometimes even seven seats aren’t enough.
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The Ultimate Australian Road Trip Guide: Part 2

What to pack and where to go In part 1 of our guide, we outlined how to best plan and prepare for your trip.
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Choosing the Right Car Insurance for You: 10 Questions to Ask

Here at Youi, we get that your car is unlike any other.
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The Queensland Road Trip Guide: Part 2

Coolangatta, Cairns and the Daintree Rainforest In part 1 of our Queensland guide, we explored Brisbane, Toowoomba and the Gold Coast.
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Just Got Your New Electric Car? Here Are 6 Tips for a Smooth Transition

One of the most exciting things about getting a new electric car is the anticipation of its delivery – like experiencing several Christmases bundled into one.
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6 Jobs to Get Your New Motorhome Road Trip Ready

There’s no life quite like the motorhome life – waking up in the morning and heading in whatever direction the wind takes you.
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Hybrid Cars vs Electric Cars: How to Decide Which Is Right for You

As more Australian motorists think about switching from fossil-fuelled cars to greener alternatives, the choice between hybrid cars vs electric cars has become more important than ever.
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Digital Driver’s Licences: What Are the Rules This Holiday Season?

If you’re one of the many adventure-loving Australians planning a road trip these holidays – and you’re also among those who’ve shifted to the convenience of a digital driver’s licence – you may be wondering if your digital version will be accepted interstate.
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Car Sales Scams You Need to Know About

There are many ways to buy a car these days, and it seems like just as many ways to get ripped off.
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New or Used Motorhome: Which Option Might Work for You?

If the idea of hitting the open road for a school holiday adventure, weekend road trip or even a year-long “big lap” of Australia sounds appealing, perhaps you’ve considered investing in your own motorhome.
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Are Mechanical Issues Covered by Car Insurance?

When things go wrong with your car, it’s always inconvenient and often expensive.
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Study: What Are The Safest Car Colours and Which Are The Most Popular?

When it comes to choosing a car colour, we each have our preferences - but as a nation, there's one colour we favour above all.
Most popular car in Australia

The Most Popular Car in Australia for 2023 Revealed

We’ve done the hard work for you, sorting through sales data and ​major ​car awards ​​to uncover some of the most popular cars currently on the market in a number of categories.
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Your Ultimate Guide to Pink Slips, Green Slips and Blue Slips

If you’ve ever registered a vehicle in New South Wales, you’ve no doubt heard the terms “Pink Slip”, “Blue Slip” and “Green Slip”.
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