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What’s more important when buying a used car – mileage or age?

06 July 2021

We explain how its all about finding the right balance between mileage and age when buying a used car.

Why Pre Purchase Inspections are so important

01 July 2021

Before buying a car, you should always get it look at by a professional. Here's why Pre-Purchase Inspections are so important.

A guide to petrol in New Zealand

08 June 2021

When the majority of motorists visit a gas station, they’ll pick up the 91 octane and start filling up their car. But do you ever think about where our fuel comes from, how it works and what the differences are? Here is a guide to petrol in New Zealand

Five things to check before your WoF

02 June 2021

Here are five essential things to check before your next Warrant of Fitness...

Five ways to remove unwanted smells from your car

26 May 2021

We share some helpful tips to help remove nasty odours from your vehicle

A guide to registering and licensing your car

30 April 2021

The AA Motoring team has experienced a greater number of enquiries lately from AA Members who are no longer able to re-licence their vehicle due to lapsed licensing and cancelled plates. Here are some tips to help...

Cambelts versus chains

19 April 2021

Cambelts were adopted to reduce the noise of engines, but now manufacturers are reverting back to the chain system, working on improvements to help eliminate many of the drawbacks of the older systems.

How to deal with a car crash

07 April 2021

We share five tips on what to do if you're in a crash on the road

Is this the end of annoying punctures?

23 March 2021

Here's some tyre tech which could make changing your tyre at the side of the road a thing of the past...

What to look for when buying a used motorhome

22 March 2021

For those on a stricter budget, a used motorhome is the only option when you want to avoid a leaking tent. With so many used motorhomes on the market, it’s important you know exactly what you’re purchasing to get the best bang for buck.

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Motoring blog

Our blog features motoring news, tips and expert advice brought to you by the AA Motoring team.

What’s more important when buying a used car – mileage or age?