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What you should know before letting someone else drive your car

The kingThe king is the official storyteller of the King Price kingdom, sharing smart tips, expert insights, and practical advice about car insurance. From explaining tricky insurance terms to helping South Africans save on their premiums, his mission is to make insurance easy to understand and even easier to use. With support from a royal council of actuaries, analysts, and

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Should you insure your car for agreed value or retail value?

Buying car insurance isn’t just about ticking a box (although it does happen to be on our grown-up list of responsible things to do, so there’s that). It’s also about making sure you won’t cry into your steering wheel if something goes sideways. We’d say that 1 of the most frequent questions we get asked is, ‘should you insure your

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Damaged car on a South African road illustrating the cost of driving without insurance

The real cost of driving without insurance in 2025

Driving without insurance in South Africa isn’t illegal, but it can be financially ruinous. From accident repair bills exceeding R80,000 to unlimited third party liability, here’s exactly what you risk every time you get behind the wheel without cover, and what King Price can do about it.

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Is your insurance ready for a loadshedding comeback?

Loadshedding. The national pastime no one asked for. 1 minute your kettle is boiling, the next your lights flicker and you are negotiating with your fridge about the future of leftovers. And when the power plays up, surprise damage to appliances and electrical systems can follow. The good news is that you don’t have to face the aftermath alone, but

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Car insurance, AKA your holiday wingman

Summer road trips. Ice creams in the sun. Long weekends with the windows down… It all sounds perfect, right? Until you hit a pothole the size of a small swimming pool or your car decides to get dramatic in the heat. Before you panic, let’s break down how your King Price car insurance has your back for this holiday season,

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The case for owning an older car in 2025

Owning a car in South Africa can be expensive, especially if you’re chasing the latest model. Between higher car prices, fuel costs, insurance premiums, and maintenance, it’s easy to feel like your wallet is under constant attack. But here’s the thing, an older car can actually be a smart, savvy choice… If you know what to look for. Let’s help

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How SA’s rising utility costs are changing the way we think about home insurance

If your electricity and water bills lately have made you raise an eyebrow (or both), you’re not alone. South Africans are feeling the pinch as utility costs keep climbing. And here’s a little secret: These higher bills aren’t just making us grumble at the meter, they’re quietly shaping how we think about home insurance, too. Here’s our take on what’s

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When the heavens open: How to claim for storm or flood damage like a pro

South African weather has a flair for the dramatic. In 1 minute, it’s braai-and-sundowners weather, the next… A cloudburst so heavy you’re wondering if you should start building an ark. And when those storms hit, they can leave behind more than just puddles. We’re talking hail-dented cars, flooded lounges, and roofs that suddenly double as skylights. Not exactly a vibe.

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Ready to hit the road? Hold up, let’s chat prep first!

Holiday season in South Africa is all about beaches, braais, and bumpy road trips to the middle of nowhere… And we love it. But nothing kills the vibe faster than car trouble, a flat tyre, or a surprise insurance issue when you’re 300km from your nearest mechanic (and cellphone signal). So, before you pack the padkos and hit play on

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Why you should take your ring in for service every 2 years

Rings are forever… But only if you look after them Let’s be real… If you dropped R25,000 on a ring (or maybe even R250,000), wouldn’t you want to make sure it’s not quietly falling apart behind your back? Much like your car needs a service to avoid an embarrassing roadside meltdown, your ring also needs regular TLC. We’re talking every

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