Latest articles by Adrian

• Hyundai IONIQ 5 2022 Review

  March 20, 2024

  2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Review Read Savvy’s in-depth review of the Hyundai Ioniq electric car in Australia What we like Both Dynamiq RWD and Techniq AWD variants available in Australia Rapid charging capability - charges from 10% to 80% in less than 20 minutes 451km maximum driving range - makes...

• Superannuation in Australia, 2022 Survey: Men Twice as Likely as Women to Have a Higher Balance

  March 15, 2024

  Savvy breaks down the key stats on superannuation in Australia for men and women of different age groups.44% of men currently have a superannuation balance of more than $100,000, compared to just 24% of women45% of women currently have a superannuation balance of $50,000 or less, in contrast to 32%...

• Cybercrime in Australia, 2022 Report: How to Protect You and Your Family

  March 15, 2024

  According to Scamwatch, Australian cyber-crime and scams cost us $56 million last year – and despite our best efforts, cyber criminals are getting more sophisticated each and every day.With a bit of training and knowhow, we can stand up to cyber criminals by protecting ourselves online. This may be achieved...

• Older Australians Love Online Banking; Younger Generations Prefer Banking Apps

  March 15, 2024

  Savvy has a look at the banking habits of Australians and what they’re using to conduct day to day transactions.Only 45% of 18-24s use online banking, compared to 83% of 55-64s.78% of 25-34s use banking apps monthly, compared to 35% aged 65 and over.67% of 18-24s use Apple Pay, compared...

• Secured vs Unsecured Car Loans

  April 19, 2024

  There are many ways to go about financing your vehicle purchase if you aren’t paying cash up front. Secured and unsecured car loans are two of the most common ways to do this, but it’s important to appreciate how these types of finance differ from one another before diving into...

• EV Charging At Home In Australia

  March 15, 2024

  Savvy looks at the feasibility of charging electric vehicles at home and whether the Australian electricity grid will be able to accommodate more EVs on the road, by examining the latest data from the Electric Vehicle Council of Australia, and the CSIRO.Most Australian EV drivers self-managing charging at home, to...

• Best Way To Finance A Car In Australia

  April 19, 2024

  There are many options open to Australians when it comes to purchasing vehicles, which is why it’s important to consider each of them to help you find out what the best way is for you to finance a car. Whether you’re buying a new car or used, you can find...

• A Quarter of Aussies Save $250 or Less Per Month 

  March 15, 2024

  Savvy’s new personal finance survey of 1002 Australians discovers people's average monthly savings, where they put their money and how they feel about inflation.  24% of Aussies save $250 or less each month 32.5% save $750 or over per month  78% rely on savings accounts, followed by super contributions (24%), then...

• 84% of Australians Worried About Wage Growth Amid Inflation

  March 15, 2024

  As part of Savvy’s research into cost-of-living pressures, many Australians are worried that flat wage growth will not keep up with soaring inflation.30% of Australians report they are “extremely worried” about inflation outpacing income84% of Australians are worried to some degree about flat wage growth38% of Australian women say they’re...

• The Uninsurables: The Australian Locations Most Vulnerable to Extreme Weather Events

  March 15, 2024

  Savvy analyses the latest Climate Council data, showing an increasing number of properties in Australia will face skyrocketing home insurance premiums due to climate change related extreme weather events, including:Riverine flooding – when a river breaks its banks and floodsCoastal inundation – when seawater floods an areaExtreme wind – such...

• Towing Capacity of SUVs Available in Australia  

  March 15, 2024

  One of the most frequently asked questions at dealerships and in second-hand sales of SUVs is, “how much can it tow?”The towing capacity of some SUV models varies across yearsFord Ranger has the highest potential towing capacity at 3,500kgUpper limit capacity is for caravans and trailers with brakesDetermines what types...

• Feeling the Pinch: 25.7% of Australian Mortgage Holders Have Seen Repayments Rise by Over 6%

  March 15, 2024

  Savvy's survey investigates the impact of interest rate rises on mortgage holders to learn how much repayments have risen and how Australians plan to cope with the increase. 52% of Australian mortgage holders have had repayments rise up to 5%18.1% of mortgage holders have seen repayments rise from 6-10%6.26% of mortgage...

• 46% of Australians Paying Between $91 and $160 on a Tank of Fuel

  March 22, 2024

  As part of our ongoing investigation into the rising cost of living, Savvy takes a look at rising fuel costs and their effects on everyday Australians.46% of Australians are spending between $91-$160 on a tank of fuel33% of Australians are spending between $91-$120 for a fill up17% of Australians spending...

• Online Shopping Report: “Super Shoppers” Driving Massive Growth in Online Retail  

  March 19, 2024

  Over 2021-2022, over 80% of Australian households bought something online – spending $62.3 billion with a growth factor of 12.3%. Savvy investigates the latest AusPost data to learn who is buying, what’s popular, what consumers care about, and where online retail is headed into the future.Most active online shoppers comprise...

• Home Heating and High Electricity Prices Make for a Chilly Winter for Australians

  March 15, 2024

  With Australians feeling the chill this winter, Savvy looks at what people are doing to save on home heating expenses and deal with soaring electricity prices.70% of women say they will simply "wear more clothes” to avoid energy use42% of total respondents will use appliances less46% will “turn off lights...