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When should you update your insurance policy?

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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What kind of driver are you? Your personality vs. your premium

Are you the calm-and-collected type who sticks to the speed limit? Or the adrenaline junkie who treats yellow lights as personal challenges? While there’s no personality test in your insurance quote, the way you drive says a lot about how much risk you bring to the road… And you can be sure that your insurer is paying attention. That includes

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Why shortfall cover is a must-have for your car finance

Don’t get caught short You bought the car of your dreams. You’re paying it off monthly. Then boom… It’s stolen, hi-jacked, or written off. But your insurer payout doesn’t cover what you still owe the bank. So, who coughs up the difference? You do. Unless you have shortfall cover. That’s where King Price steps in (like a superhero in red

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When animals went to court: The most bizarre legal cases in history

Ever heard of a pig being put on trial? Or a goat being sentenced for theft? As strange as it sounds, there was a time when animals weren’t just part of the farm or jungle, they were also defendants in courtrooms around the world. Buckle up, because we’re diving into some of the wildest (pun intended) legal cases in history

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What happens when you don’t read the terms and conditions

Let’s be honest… We’ve all been there. You’re signing up for something online, eyes glazing over, scrolling through what feels like a legal novel… And there it is: The terms and conditions. Do you read them? Nah. You scroll straight to the bottom and hit ‘I agree’ faster than you can say ‘terms schmerms’. But what really happens when you

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The scientist who taught rats to drive tiny cars

Yep, you read that right. Scientists actually trained rats to drive tiny cars! No, this isn’t the plot of a Pixar movie or the premise of a quirky new animated series. This is real science, and it might just change how you think about animal intelligence, stress, and even how you view mental wellness. Let’s get into it. Tiny cars,

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You’re paying for car insurance… But are you covered while it’s parked

You’d think a parked car is safe, right? No traffic, no speeding, no other drivers. But here’s the reality: Parked cars are still at risk… And not just from criminals. Hail, burst pipes, falling trees, and even reckless delivery scooters can strike when you least expect it. So, if your car spends more time standing still than on the move

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What’s your claim style

Some people freeze. Others call their broker before the dust settles. Some calmly snap pics of everything, while others… Cry a little and eat a bar of chocolate. When disaster strikes, how you react can say a lot about you, and it can also affect your insurance claim. At King Price, we’ve seen every kind of client, from the ultra-prepared

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Bought your first house? Here’s what your insurer needs to know

Have you signed on the dotted line and picked up the keys to your first home? Well, then you’ve probably spent a small fortune on takeaway coffees, late-night Pinterest scrolls, and arguing about paint swatches. But before you settle in too deeply, there’s 1 thing left to sort out… Your home insurance. Whether you’re still figuring out how to bleed

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Claim or shame? A quiz to test your insurance instincts

Knowing when to claim and when to wear the shame is a skill most people only discover after it’s too late. From flying trampolines to fried appliances and a disappearing engagement ring, real-life insurance scenarios can surprise even the most clued-up clients. King Price puts your instincts to the test with a quick quiz that might just reveal a gap

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