About Us

We are passionate about cars and having fun with cars.
We tell you what they are like, with information that entertains and informs.
We have assembled a group of experts who cover all there is about cars and driving

Our Team Includes:

Alborz Fallah

Founder of CarAdvice.com.au Alborz has been into cars one way or another since his 6th birthday when his dad let him drive the family’s Peugeot 504.

Alborz has always been an avid reader of all Australian motoring publications but he always felt there needs to be more, he felt that no Australian motoring publication ever really expressed a sense of true passion about cars. It seemed more of a business than a passion. In that state of mind he started CarAdvice.com.au to create a new online website to tackle the growing demand for a more user friendly and unbiased car site.

Although originally from a web-marketing & IT background (BIT/BA from UQ), Alborz decided to pursue his true passion. Alborz actively participates in local motoring clubs and attends the occasional track day. He is also an advocate of smarter road safety.

He dreams of an Australia where Speed Cameras are not hidden in bins and bushes, where one can find a pothole free stretch of road and where transport authorities tackle the road toll epidemic in a more logical way.

Paul Maric

As a freelance motoring journalist, Paul has written for/with the following publications: Geelong News (circulation over 73,000 copies per week in the Geelong CBD and surrounding areas), and The Echo (Surf Coast area; includes Torquay, Lorne, Apollo Bay, Aireys Inlet, Queenscliff…) newspapers, Australian Business Auto, Thegarage.com.au, WebWombat.com.au and most recently, CarAdvice.com.au.

Self confessed motoring tragic Paul Maric has been writing motoring articles and road tests for various publications over the past three years. Paul’s interest in cars extends to a thorough knowledge of the product, along with an ability to sort the good from the bad.

With a background in engineering and a raft of defensive driving certifications, Paul road tests over 60 cars annually ranging from city runabouts, right through to road-tearing sports cars and attends numerous vehicle launches, drive days and product demonstrations.

As an avid photographer, Paul is often behind the lens of a camera or hanging out the window for that perfect photo. With several road test quotes used in manufacturer’s national advertising campaigns, Paul’s jovial nature is a valuable asset to the CarAdvice team.

Tony Crawford

Anthony Crawford has done more in motoring TV than anybody else in Australia. He knows the emotion and vibes that good cars bring to the soul. His passion for all things automotive no doubt stems from his father’s success in car and bike racing in the 50s including two drives at Bathurst. Anthony has completed several racing courses himself and is regularly invited to car launch programs throughout Australia.

In 2005, Anthony co -produced the Drive TV show on TEN Network - a ratings success for TEN. In 2004 he Co- Developed â€œDrive Safeâ€ motoring series for the TEN Network. In 1997 he created “Test Drive”, a 1997 motoring concept developed for the US and European markets for Beyond International. In 1995 he created and was associate producer for the TEN networks prime time car show with James Morrison - “Behind the Wheel”.

He is also an accomplished motoring writer having reviewed cars for Car Advice soon after the site was launched. Quotes from some of these reviews have been used by major car makers on several occasions, as part of their major press advertising.

George Skentzos

A case of reader turned writer, George was plucked from relative obscurity where his natural passion for cars, like-minded attitude and talent for writing made him a great asset for CarAdvice.

Currently half-way through a degree in eBusiness Technologies at the University of Wollongong, George has presented himself as an exceptional protégé and will continue to excel in performing what can only be described as a labor of love on his behalf.

An equally keen graphics designer, he is also our resident Photoshop guru whose dedication and unique skill set will no doubt maintain his position as a valuable member of the team.

Matt Brogan

After begging his Dad for months on end, Matt finally learnt to drive in a paddock basher, specially modified for his elfin stature, at age seven. From here it was easy to see where his future was destined.

By 14 he could tune a V8 by ear, a skill learnt from his father, and regularly serviced neighbours’ cars for pocket money. This hard saved cash went to funding his love of go-kart racing, motorbikes and eventually the purchase of his own classic Aussie Muscle Car. Restored solo from the ground up, the car later appeared in Street Machine magazine.

Getting his road license on his 18th birthday, he raced at club events on the weekends while studying aircraft engineering through the week. As if this wasn’t enough, he also worked part time at a local Panel Beater.

By his late 20’s, he’d worked for two of Australia’s major airlines, whilst all the time maintaining an interest in cars and bikes. Unable to satisfy the car itch working on planes, he went to work for a major Australian fleet leasing company for several years, before joining CarAdvice in July 2007.

With his broad knowledge, automotive background and love of motor racing, Matt has found his home at CarAdvice and contributes regularly to news stories and road test reviews.

Karl Peskett

Motoring is in Karl’s blood. Having been raised on a steady diet of repairing and restoring various classic cars over the years, his dedication and passion moved him to pursue his lifelong dream, motoring journalism.

Coming from the “create your own opportunity” school of thinking, Karl began by producing a television motoring programme for Channel 31 - “Test Drive Australia”. From there, he was invited to present news and reviews on Southern Broadcast Radio 6PR, then writing for Wheels magazine’s website, and finally Car Advice.

Karl is as happy tootling around in a small city car, as he is lighting up the rear treads on a high-output sports car. As long as he’s behind the wheel, he’s a happy man.

Karl takes a real world perspective, and brings objectivity to every review he does - crucifying and complementing without fear or favour.

The self-proclaimed “oversteer overlord” joined Car Advice in November 2007.

Roger Colman

Car enthusiast. Business development specialist and advisors to the team. Executive producer of Drive TV. Co owner and Director of CCZ Statton Equities Pty ltd stockbrokers and an Australian Sailing Olympian.

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History

CarAdvice was established by Alborz Fallah in early 2006. In late 2006 Anthony Crawford joined and in 2007, the site growth resulted in CarAdvice acquiring Thegarage.com.au and Paul Maric. Roger Colman joined the board in April 2007.

Thanks to you, our loyal readers, CarAdvice has gone from a personal blog to Australia’s leading independent car website without any advertising or marketing.

The Directors are Alborz Fallah, Anthony Crawford & Roger Colman.