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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
How Much Does Car Maintenance Cost Per Year in Australia? A 2026 Budget Guide from Brisbane Mechanics
Fuel and rego are easy to budget for, but servicing, tyres and repairs arrive unevenly and catch many owners out. Car maintenance costs …
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Major Service Kilometres: What’s Due at 60k, 100k, 120k and 150k km (and Why 120k Is Usually Major)
Service quotes jump at certain kilometre marks, and it is not always clear why 120,000 km costs more than 110,000 km. Plenty of …
- Fact-checked
How Much Does a Major Car Service Cost in Brisbane in 2026? Mechanic-Verified Prices and What Drives Them
A major service is usually the biggest routine servicing bill a car owner faces, and quotes for the same car can differ by …
- Fact-checked
Minor vs Major vs Full Car Service: What’s the Difference, What’s Included and Which One Your Car Needs
Service menus use the words minor, full and major as if everyone agrees what they mean, but checklists vary from one workshop to …
- Fact-checked
Fleet Vehicle Servicing Eagle Farm & Pinkenba: Business Guide
For a business in Eagle Farm QLD 4009 or Pinkenba QLD 4008, a ute off the road is not just a repair bill. …
- Fact-checked
Pre-Purchase Car Inspection Hendra & North Brisbane
Northside buyers collect cars from Sandgate Road yards and airport-precinct private sellers every weekend. The most polished used car on the lot is …
- Fact-checked
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