Kei Cars: The Little Cars That Can
In the Western world, cars seem to have been getting bigger. For example, my early 2000 Volvo S70, a generous sedan when it came out, is shorter than the more modern “little” hatchbacks in the supermarket car park beside it. However, this isn’t the case around the world. In Japan, congestion is a problem in busy cities such as Tokyo and Kyoto, so one of the solutions was to introduce what are known as kei cars, also known as compact cars. Some people call these K-cars, as this is approximately the way the word “kei” is pronounced.
The concept of kei cars isn’t new; in fact, the Japanese government introduced the general idea and legislation related to these vehicles in the late 1940s as part of the post-WWII recovery efforts. Back then, it was more about encouraging car ownership and stimulating the local automotive industry (and you can see for yourself how well that worked, given the number of Japanese makes on Australia’s roads). Today, however, it’s more about congestion and fuel consumption.
News with a French Flavour
So what’s bubbling on the stove in France? Here are some new French cars soon to be coming onto the market. These models will definitely be sold in Europe, hopefully making their way south to roll onto our showroom floors.
Renault 5
The all-new Renault 5 is back! This is a cool-as retro-inspired EV hatchback that has captured styling from the old Renault 5, embedding it into the new car’s design and detailing. Though a throwback to the iconic Renault 5 of the 1970s–1980s, the new wee car packs plenty of clever technology under its skin.
How to Set a Price When Selling Your car
Selling your car might seem like a simple prospect, but it also entails challenges. Whether you’re upgrading to a new model, downsizing, or simply looking for a change, one of the most important things when selling your current car is to get the right price right.
If you end up mispricing your car, you might not be able to afford your next purchase. That’s why you need to be realistic and find the right balance. With that in mind, these are the things you should consider when setting a sale price for your car.
What’s The Most Reliable Second-Hand Car Out There?
Some of us may have a family with teenagers; some of us may have kids in their early twenties and at university; some of us will be single and not on a rich person’s wage. There will be many of us who just can’t justify paying loads of money on a brand-new car, at least not yet. Fair enough, too, as some cars are expensive when bought new (although here at Private Fleet, we will do everything we can to help you find the best deal).
For most of us, a good second-hand car is the right way to go to ensure we can do life, get to and from work, hang out with friends, and go on that roadie around Australia that we’ve always wanted to. For 2023, by the end of the year, almost 2.1 million used cars were sold in Australia. These stats were from the Automotive Insights Report (AIR) published by the Australian Automotive Dealer Association (AADA) and AutoGrab.
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