Car Loans

What is the luxury car tax (LCT)?

Let’s face it, we’ve all dreamt of driving around the city in a Ferrari like a recent-retiree who may or may not be compensating for something. But you might change your mind on that when you learn just how heavily luxury cars are taxed in Australia.

By William Jolly ● July 05, 2019

June EOFY car sales down nearly 10% from 2018

Sales figures for June 2019 show a 9.6% annual drop in Australia’s new vehicle market.

By Alex Brewster ● July 04, 2019

How to calculate interest repayments on a car loan

Don’t fall into the trap of taking out a car loan you can’t afford! Arm yourself with the knowledge of how interest is calculated on car loans so you can learn how to save.

By William Jolly ● July 01, 2019

How much is stamp duty when buying a car?

Also known as motor vehicle duty, or registration duty, stamp duty is payable on all new and used cars. Here we’ll explain what it is and how much it can cost.

By William Jolly ● June 18, 2019

Loans.com.au offering its lowest ever car loan interest rate

Following the Reserve Bank’s cash rate cut last week, online lender loans.com.au has lowered car loan interest rates by 45 basis points, taking one of its car loans down to its lowest ever rate.

By William Jolly ● June 13, 2019

Carbar’s ‘Netflix for cars’ is Australia’s first car subscription service

Dubbed the ‘Netflix for cars’, Melbourne-based car subscription service Carbar has arrived in Sydney.

By Emma Duffy ● June 04, 2019

Car-buyers looking to hybrids

New research shows an increasing proportion of would-be car buyers intend to buy a hybrid vehicle, although the overall number of people looking to buy a new car is down.

By William Jolly ● May 27, 2019

Petrol prices slide in Australia’s big cities, further falls ahead?

Motorists in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane enjoyed falling petrol prices last week, with unleaded pump prices falling between eight to 11 cents a litre.

By Dominic Beattie ● May 27, 2019

Research reveals used car prices are cheaper in second half of the year

Analysis of over a decade’s worth of used car pricing data has revealed a number of interesting trends that may be useful for used car buyers and sellers.

By Dominic Beattie ● May 23, 2019

7 steps to getting your first car loan

First-time car buyer? No credit history? No worries! Here’s a guide to getting a first car loan for students.

By Emma Duffy ● May 13, 2019

Refinance home loans.Rates from 2.19% p.a.

Low-rate car loansRates from 3.97%

Savings ratesof up to 3.50%

Term deposit ratesof up to 1.45%

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Refinance home loans.
Rates from 2.19% p.a.

Low-rate car loans
Rates from 3.97%

Savings rates
of up to 3.50%

Term deposit rates
of up to 1.45%

Let us come to you.
Get Savings in your inbox.