Shannon Barker

Unfamiliar cars and pouring rain: the joys and challenges of borrowing your neighbour's car

From driving a manual car for the first time in over a decade to generating lockbox codes in the pouring rain, Jilly shares the challenges and joys of neighbour-to-neighbour car-sharing.

02 Nov 2018

Living car-free in the city: how Ankit makes it work

When he realised his car was an unnecessary drain on his finances, Ankit gave it up and has been living car-free for the last two years.

15 Oct 2018

Streamlining the damage and repair process

When you start sharing your car, it's natural to worry that a Borrower might damage it. The good news is that damage is actually pretty rare

02 Oct 2018

5 things to do on AFL Grand Final weekend that have nothing to do with football

Not into footy? There are still heaps of ways you can make the most of your long weekend.

25 Jul 2018

We’re sleeping out for the Newtown Neighbourhood Centre!

Some of our team members are sleeping under the stars to raise funds for the homeless of Sydney's Inner West. Donate to help us reach our fundraising goal!

19 Jul 2018

How my car pays for itself

By renting it out to her neighbours, Angie's got her car to pay itself. Now she enjoys the convenience of owning a car, with all her bills paid.

06 Jul 2018

New features - June 2018

Thanks to your feedback, we're releasing some new features to our website and app to make sharing cars easier.

07 Jun 2018

7 clever products to help you reduce waste

Reduce your waste and live more sustainably with the help of these clever reusable products - good for the environment and your bank balance!

31 May 2018

Meet Lucie and Stuart: two car-sharing neighbours from Melbourne

Lucie only drives a couple of times during the week. Stuart needs a car from time-to-time on the weekends. They share a car through car-sharing platform Car Next Door.

23 May 2018

Embrace the chill with one of these cold weather adventures

The weather may be cooling down, but that's no reason to stay indoors. Embrace the chill with one of these things to do in autumn and winter in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and the Gold Coast.

08 May 2018

Moving to Sydney: how to find a house and make it feel like home

Santiago moved to Sydney to start a new life. Here are his tips for finding a house, making it home, exploring your new neighbourhood, meeting people, and making new friends.

20 Apr 2018

Driving in Australia: rules and tips for tourists and expats

If you're a tourist, backpacker or expat, hiring a car is a great way to see more of Australia. Learn about Australian road rules, parking rules, signs, and regulations in this quick explainer.

18 Apr 2018

GoGet vs. Car Next Door - Car Share Rates Comparison

GoGet car or Car Next Door? Compare costs between GoGet car share & Car Next Door for the cheapest car rentals in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane & Gold Coast.

18 Apr 2018

Top 7 things you must do in Australia

If you're only here for a short time, here are the top things to see and do in Australia. Put these on your 'must see' list now!

13 Apr 2018

Car Sharing Apps in Australia: Here's a complete list of your options

The ultimate guide to car sharing apps in Australia. From ride-sharing to long term renting, car sharing and peer-to-peer car sharing. Find the best option for you.

22 Mar 2018

How to get cheap comprehensive car insurance

Wanting cheap comprehensive car insurance, read our easy suggestions. Are you a low kilometre driver or a low-risk insurer? You can lower your costs easily.

20 Mar 2018