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Why I Believe Electric Vehicles Matter More Than Ever in 2026
By Tony Gale, CEO, SupaLease Over the past year, one of the most noticeable shifts I’ve seen in conversations with clients isn’t just about what car they want, it’s about

Novated Lease vs Operating Lease vs Chattel Mortgage
They all help you get a vehicle, but they differ in ownership, tax treatment, GST, cash flow, and balance sheet impact.

Salary Sacrifice, Simply Explained
Salary sacrifice is one of those terms that gets mentioned a lot, especially when cars are involved, but rarely explained clearly. So let’s strip it back and explain what it

The Hidden Costs of Car Ownership (And How a Novated Lease Helps You Avoid Them)
Most Australians underestimate the true cost of owning a car. Between servicing, tyres, insurance and rising fuel prices, the average driver is spending far more than they realise, often over $10,000 per

How a Novated Lease Works (A Simple Step-By-Step Guide for First-Timers)
If you’ve searched “how does a novated lease work?” you’re not alone, it’s one of the most common questions Aussies ask us when exploring car finance options. The good news? A novated

Novated Lease vs Buying Outright: What’s Actually Cheaper in 2026?
Buying a car in 2026 comes with one big question: is a novated lease cheaper than buying outright? With rising car prices, higher insurance premiums and a growing interest in electric vehicles,