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Who writes & checks our content
Every guide on Car One is written by qualified motor mechanics and automotive specialists, then fact-checked by our Approved Inspection Station team against current Queensland rules, Australian Design Rules and manufacturer standards before it’s published — and reviewed again whenever the rules change.
Daniel Morrison
Lead Technician · Roadworthy & inspections
18 years on the tools across dealership and independent workshops, focused on pre-purchase and roadworthy inspections.
- Cert III Light Vehicle · AIS inspector
- Articles
Sarah Pham
Service Advisor · Fleet & maintenance
- Cert IV Automotive · MTA member
- Articles
Aaron Whitfield
Workshop Manager · Content reviewer
Fact-checks every guide for accuracy and compliance as our Approved Inspection Station Nominated Supervisor.
- AIS Nominated Supervisor (QLD)
- Profile
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Expert guides published
25+
Years workshop experience
2026
Last reviewed & updated
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Fact-checked before publishing
Beyond ‘Car Services Near You’: Choosing A Mechanic You Can Trust
Typing ‘car services near you’ into a phone gets you a list of what is close, but proximity tells you nothing about whether …
- Fact-checked
Reasons a Local Brisbane Mechanic Outperforms Big Chains—Don’t Settle for Less
How Local Brisbane Mechanics Save You Time & Money on Servicing vs. Big Chains Local Brisbane mechanics not only answer the urgent need …
- Fact-checked
Roadworthy Certificate In Brisbane: How To Pass First Time
When you are selling a car or re-registering it in Queensland, a roadworthy, officially a safety certificate, stands between you and the paperwork, …
- Fact-checked
Shaky Steering Wheel? Power Steering Repairs Explained
A steering wheel that shakes in your hands is hard to ignore, and the speed at which it happens is a strong clue …
- Fact-checked
Insider Secrets to Getting the Best Car Service in Brisbane—Without Overpaying
Everyone wants a fair price on their car service, but cheapest and best are rarely the same thing, and knowing the difference is …
- Fact-checked
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