Tips For Creating An Auto Parts Website

By Adele Mcmasters on 28th March

If you stop to think about it, many people in Australia own a car and drive to work everyday. They do this as a result of the convenience the car offers them, and starting an auto parts business would thus prove to be a profitable venture.

You can prevent old car parts from ending up in landfills, and instead put them to better use, once you pursue this business venture.

This article will provide you with more details on how to create the perfect website for your auto parts company, as this will make a huge difference to your future success. After all, you need to set up an online store if you want to sell your auto parts and make a profit from them.

The website and design

Your very first step is to come up with a domain name, find your website hosting, and start building your business site. Pay special attention to the overall design, ensuring that it is aesthetically pleasing and that it will leave an impression on anyone that visits your page.

It has to be user friendly and you want people to spend more than a few seconds on it, after all.

Launch the store

Launching your online store and incorporating ecommerce platforms alongside it is one of the most important steps to consider in this process. You must be able to sell the parts online, and also have the possibility to ship them to people regardless of where they are located.

Rather than renting a physical store space, this will save you money on your business venture, and plus, it’s more convenient for people to purchase items online rather than in store.

Understand the market that you operate in

It’s important that you do more research to understand the market that you want to operate in. For instance, knowing that nearly two in three Australians drive to work, how will you target these individuals with your auto parts company?

What areas of your city are people most likely to purchase auto parts in?

Suppliers

Of course, you’ll also need to find and identify the suppliers where you can get the auto parts in the first place. The chances are that you won’t be digging through the junkyard to find them all. Instead, you should go to salvage auctions and buy scrapped cars from people.

Acquire the parts that people are most likely to search for, so that you increase the likelihood that you will be able to sell all of your products. Whether you focus on high end or regular cars, this will change the type of parts you need to sell on your online store.

Marketing yourself

Any business must learn to market itself, and marketing your online site is no different. It is thanks to the marketing practices that you pursue that people know who you are and what you do in the first place. Once you know who your target audience is, you will need to pick the social media channels you feel will most benefit you, and continuously post content that is vital to meeting your company goals.

The steps you must follow in order to create a strong auto parts website are the same as you would for any business. The major difference lies in the fact that you will have to focus on your niche market, instead, and ensure that the content you post is all relevant.

Tips for Renting a Campervan in Australia

By Adele Mcmasters on 27th January

Driving around Australia in a campervan is a thrilling way to explore the country. Campervans come with sleeping and cooking facilities, so you can save up on accommodation and restaurant costs on your trip. If you don’t have at least $10,000 to buy a used campervan, you might want to consider hiring one. There are several services that provide campervan rentals. However, you should know what to look for to get the best campervan hire for your trip. Here are several tips for renting the right campervan for you:

Know What’s Included in the Package

It’s important to know what comes with the campervans when you hire it. For example, some campervan hire packages include items like bed linen, kitchen equipment, child seats, and campsite seating items. You should inquire whether these items are included with your rental. If not, you will need to acquire these before the trip. But you don’t want to restock two of the same items and clutter the limited interior.

Get the Tax Rate

The GST applies to campervans when they are rented out. The tax is typically included in the rental price. However, it’s highly recommended to check the price quote to make sure GST is one of the charges that are included so you have a realistic idea of the full costs.

Pick Up and Drop off Locations Should be Specified

The rental company should offer specifics for pickups and drop off locations. This is important because you don’t want to drive around looking for a corporate office. Services like Hit the Road offer multiple pickup and drop off locations for the convenience of clients.

Get Your License Ready

For Australian locals, the regular driver’s license (unless it’s expired or in on probation) is sufficient for operating a campervan. If you are a tourist in Australia who want to go on a campervan trip, you need to get your international driver’s license verified before leaving. If you don’t have an international driving permit, you need to present an English translation of your native country’s driver’s license (if not in English). Keep in mind that the Australia government may not accept driver’s licenses from certain countries.

Mind the Age Restrictions for Young or Elderly Drivers

You should declare your age to the rental company when hiring the campervan. Some companies allow 18-year-olds to operate campervans, but in Australia, the legal age for driving a campervan is 21 or above. Rental companies should not deny a hire for drivers who are over 75 as long as they provide medical evidence that they are fit to drive.

Negotiate to Reduce Liability Charges

Campervan rental companies charge an excess, a deductible fee that protects in liability cases. It’s a charge that reflects what you have to pay if you crash the campervan. The rental vehicles are insured against damages and other issues. Therefore, you can sometimes negotiate down the excess. When renting, ask why the excess is as high as it is and whether you can pay a lower amount.

On a final note, it’s recommended to take out your own travel insurance before you hire a campervan for a trip. The campervan’s insurance policy will not cover you.