Sweet-sounding sub-30 contenders
What new car sounds the best for under 30k? I know most people like the roominess of a car’s cabin, the funky stereo, the leather seats or maybe the way the car drives. But which of the readers, like me, enjoy the sound of a rorty engine? There are lots of neat things that make up a good drive, but one of the features that sits at the top of the list for some has to be the sound of a sweet engine responding to the right foot. I can just imagine two boys in the playground at school arguing over whose car sounds the best!
Mulling this one over took a bit of time, but there were a few cars that came to mind.
The Road to Nowhere, Somewhere or Anywhere.
A road trip in and around Australia is an excellent way to go about meeting new people, making new friends and tasting some of the best food (and beer) the country has to offer. Australia has many wonderful sights to see and experience. Wildlife is abundant in many places, and it is quite a rush to experience a croc, koala, wombat or wallaby – not to mention all the seabirds – first hand. Did you know that Australia has its own camel? Where do you reckon are some of the best places to take a road trip in Australia? You may have lived in Australia for quite some time and know where the special drives are. How about hearing about your favourite tour – and adding a few tips for those who might like to retrace your steps. Some of the best road trips need an overnight stay or a couple of nights away, so these are ideal for a short holiday. Longer trips are the special ones that require you to fill up the car with all the luggage in preparation for taking a week or two off work.
I reckon Canberra is a nice area to take some time out. From Sydney, you can travel southwest on the Hume Highway to Goulburn – the largest city on the Southern Tablelands. Also known as the ‘City of Roses’, Goulburn has a number of interesting attractions, which include a number of special cafes. From Goulburn, you can take the Federal Highway (Route 23), which passes Lake George before bringing you to the heart of Canberra, the national capital. There’s heaps to do, with over thirty national institutions, parks, bushland, some great restaurants and a thriving arts scene. Canberra offers fantastic activities and sights to see and experience for all the family. This would make a nice run in a Peugeot 407 or maybe a Mercedes Benz CLS-Class, where you can sit back in some premium comfort and allow the engine to purr along while you take in the sights and experience the people.
Wordsmiths in the 'poo' again
In our ‘Motoring Myths’ quiz last month we alluded to funny translations for car names. The example we gave ( ‘Holden’ means underpants in Swahili) was a myth. But truth is often stranger than fiction, witness Audi and their latest creation, an electric car that has been named the “e-tron”. Sounds harmless enough, unless you’re French, where it is similar in meaning to ‘merde’ – or ‘crap’. No doubt that will put the Audi wordsmiths in the vernacular!
Today's Women and Shopping For Cars
To all women out there looking to buy a new car – don’t despair there is help available in many places and you have certainly landed on a site which can be one of your best allies. Here are a few tips to survive without looking ridiculous or taking that token male with you for protection.
If you are purchasing a new car, firstly look around on the road for vehicles that grab your attention. Spend a week or more doing this. It is very important. The best way to save time and money is to narrow your field of vision. Unlike our ‘male counterparts’ this also covers more than just’ brand’. Our female brain will automatically mutil-task and include your lifestyle, personal needs, family size and, within reason –your budget.
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