If you’re planning to make the most of the warm spring and summer weather and are heading on a road trip soon, we’ve got 9 Road Trip Hacks to help you return with lots of fond memories and your sanity in tact.

There’s nothing better than setting off for a road trip in your immaculate car, fresh from your local car cleaning experts. That light feeling you get from your clean car makes driving a treat. If you’re wondering what adventure to take in your car when you have your next day off or weekend break, these 5 underrated Victorian road trips will inspire you to try somewhere new.

The sun in the Australian summer beats down as the weather is beaming and you’re planning road-trips and beach visits a-plenty. So how can you ensure that you keep your car in tip-top condition with all that sun, salt and sand?

Australia’s landscape is so diverse and beautiful, that choosing just one highway to take the crown is near impossible. From scenic ocean roads to vast stretches through the outback to winding mountain views, it’s clear why an Australian road trip is so iconic.

The humble car has seen many technological advances in its time. More recently technologies like GPS, parking cameras, sensors and keyless ignitions have made new cars more luxurious and easy to use than we could have guessed a few decades ago. As technology bounds forward, so does the revolution of in-car technology. It wouldn’t be surprising to most to know that ‘connected’ cars, featuring wireless internet networks, are on the rise. But what exactly can this technology achieve for the driver, other road users and for the car manufacturer?

Hard water spots are usually caused by deposits of minerals like calcium and magnesium that is found in water. After the water falls onto the car, the water eventually evaporates leaving behind mineral deposits in the form of small dots on the surface of your car. It can be particularly noticeable on car windows.

Detailing your car regularly is one of the best ways to keep your car in tip-top condition. It will ensure you look and feel amazing while you’re driving around town and will also be likely to improve the resale value of your car when you finally decide to move on to the latest and greatest model. Not all professional car washing and detailing services are made the same though, so how do you know what to ask for and how much to expect to pay?

Whether you’ve got a new set of wheels that you’re dying to show off on social media, or you’re trying to catch your current duco’s best side for an upcoming sale, there are a few tricks to getting that perfect shot.

It goes without saying - if you’re hoping to sell your car, it pays for it to be in the best condition possible. Whilst that includes making sure it’s safe to drive and roadworthy, it’s also important to make sure that the interior and exterior are shining bright. If you’re really looking to make your car stand out and get the maximum return on your sale, in the quickest time possible, you might like to opt for a professional car wash and detailing service. Many professional car washes have a whole menu of washing and detailing services to choose from, from a basic wash through to full detailing services. Depending on the condition of your car, you’ll likely need a service that covers the inside and outside of the car to ensure it’s shining like a diamond for the photos you’ll need for your ad.

When it comes to washing your car, one of the most important things to consider is the shampoo or soap that you use to remove the dirt from the surface of the paint. Whilst sometimes you might think a good spray down with water from a hose will remove dirt on its own, washing with a pH neutral soap will ensure that the dirt is lubricated and can easily wash away without causing any damage. Proper lubrication helps to avoid superficial scratches to the duco and maintain a showroom shine for much longer. Be cautious with touch-free and self-serve car washes as they often use more acidic soaps. You’ll find pH neutral shampoos are the product of choice as most professional car washes and are also available at auto retailers, just make sure you read the label.