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Alternative Christmas Car Tips from CarTakeBack

Posted on 16th Dec 2025 by CarTakeBack

Many of us have to hit the road over Christmas – doing jobs and visiting friends and family. It can end up being pretty stressful, so here’s our lighthearted tips for festive car use…

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Advice For Driving During Storms

Posted on 3rd Dec 2025 by CarTakeBack

While we enjoy a temperate climate here in NZ, we still suffer extreme weather conditions and need to take much more care when driving! Here are our essential tips for safe travel in stormy weather…

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Scrap Car Prices Reach New High

Posted on 7th Nov 2025 by Rebecca Currier

Average scrap car prices reach highest levels – 43% year on year increase! Find out more and compare scrap car values…

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Can You Still Pass Your Driving Theory Test?

Posted on 15th Oct 2025 by CarTakeBack

Whether you’ve been driving for years or you’re a novice on the road, see if you could pass your driving theory test today!

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What makes a good driver Posted in: In The Know

What Makes a Good Driver

Posted on 10th Sep 2025 by Liz Jacques

What makes a good driver? Someone who passed their test on the first attempt, or can beat anyone off the lights? We answer that question with the top 10 attributes of a genuinely good driver…

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Scrap Car Price Update $100 Increase

Posted on 5th Aug 2025 by Rebecca Currier

Average scrap car prices soar in New Zealand with $100 increase! Find out more and compare scrap car values…

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Are Costs and Charging Putting You Off an Electric Car

Posted on 2nd Apr 2025 by CarTakeBack

Most of us are happy to hear about the progression of ‘clean’ transport, but there are still some significant practical reservations about electric vehicles. We’re taking a look at cost and charging issues…

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Running Your EV Efficiently

Posted on 29th Mar 2025 by Liz Jacques

Simple ways to make your car charge last longer! Check out our top tips and use your EV as efficiently as possible…

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