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James McCay

James is a devoted husband, father, and history buff. He studied Creative and Professional Writing at QUT, and is often buried in a book. He writes on a variety of topics, hoping to make a positive difference for readers through his writing.

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Stories by James McCay

a silver car driving on a mountain road

17 Aug 2021 11:51

Is car insurance more affordable for specific cars?

Written by James McCay

We explore how different risk factors and safety ratings can impact car insurance, and explore the history of road safety inventions in Australia.

a car driving down Great Ocean Road at sunset

5 Jul 2021 13:24

Which car models do Australians drive the furthest?

Written by James McCay

Using data insights from our customers, we take a look at which car models are clocking up the miles by driving more than 100,000kms per year.

A visual evolution of world maps

29 Jun 2021 15:50

Travel insurance for the world traveller

Written by James McCay

Join us as we explore how travel insurance can benefit worldly travellers, and see the world through historical maps.

8 Jun 2021 11:02

Reviewing your home and contents insurance policy after a kitchen renovation

Written by James McCay

We explore the average costs of kitchen renovations around the world and how a significant change to your home could influence the value of your property.

20 Apr 2021 12:46

Home and contents insurance for your gaming consoles and gear

Written by James McCay

There are a few ways to protect yourself and your gaming equipment - we explore financial options. Plus, we explore the popularity of Xbox, PlayStation and Nintendo, focusing on online activity.

12 Apr 2021 14:26

The evolution of sports cars over a century

Written by James McCay

How have sports cars transformed over the last 100 years? Watch our video showing the evolution of sports cars over a century.

Electric vs Petrol vs Hybrid Featured Image

25 Mar 2021 09:54

Electric vs petrol vs hybrid: What’s better value?

Written by James McCay

Electric cars are deemed cheaper to run but cost more to buy than petrol cars. We explore the running costs and emissions of a petrol, hybrid and electric vehicles over time.

30 Oct 2020 12:13

Could car modifications invalidate your car insurance policy?

Written by James McCay

We’ve explored how modifications on a car can impact your car insurance policy, and why it's important to let your insurer know of any changes to your vehicle.

25 Sep 2020 10:14

Car insurance for the future of electric vehicles

Written by James McCay

The next 10-20 years are set to be a revolution for electric cars – but how will we charge these vehicles in the future, and will car insurance still apply? Read on to find out.

close up of cars parked close together

6 Jan 2020 13:56

Does the colour of your car affect insurance?

Written by James McCay

There are a lot of factors that can influence the cost of car insurance, including the colour of your vehicle. Learn more about how much of a difference it can make.

a woman drinking coffee while sitting next to cardboard boxes

21 Oct 2019 09:15

Single and buying a house? Our top 11 tips

Written by James McCay

Buying a house and being single can be tricky, but it isn’t impossible. Check out our top 11 tips for buying your own home/buying a home on your own.

petrol bowser

20 May 2019 09:18

How long does petrol last before it expires?

Written by James McCay

How long does petrol last? Not forever. Expired fuel can actually damage your engine. Read on to learn more about safely storing fuel at home.

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