A word from the king​

It’s a big deal to buy a car, especially if you’re buying a car for the very first time. Honestly, with how expensive life is, there should be parades going up and down the street when you’re finally in a place to buy your own set of wheels. A car loan is the most common way for South Africans to

If you want to upgrade your car, it’s possible that an older used car that’s more affordable is the way to go. And you wouldn’t be alone in thinking so. AutoTrader’s Mid-Year Car Industry Report shows that 263 million searches for used cars translated to R65.7 billion in sales in the first 6 months of 2023. That’s 17 searches per

South Africa is a beautiful country with many attractions and scenic routes to explore. But it also has some of the most dangerous roads in the world, with high rates of fatalities and injuries every year. According to the Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC), the top 10 roads and areas with the highest number of deaths nationally are: In Limpopo,

Who among us hasn’t uttered, or at the very least, thought a word from the bad word list after discovering a scratch, chip, or dent on their car? Unfortunately, this kind of minor damage is all part and parcel of owning a car. The good news is that you don’t have to live with it. You can get these blemishes

Doing what you can to keep your car in good working order can help you prevent expensive repairs and retain your car’s value when you decide that you’d like to sell or trade it in. While there’s a service schedule that you need to stick to and let the professionals deal with, and even problems that you shouldn’t inspect or

We’re stuck into the sweaty summer months and with it, there’s additional traffic on the roads. Mostly because this time of year coincides with the holiday season, which the country has dubbed the ‘silly season’ for more reasons than the festive cheer experienced around the country. A key motivation for this oddly positive moniker is the fact that there’s usually

Most of the time, when a car’s written-off it’s because it’s been involved in a serious accident. The kind that turns a car into a crushed cooldrink can. But actually, there are a few reasons why an insurance company will declare a car a write-off… Sometimes it’s because the car is too damaged or old for repair and can’t even

We all want to save money on car insurance. Car insurance is 1 of the most expensive and necessary expenses for car owners. But how can we reduce our car insurance premiums without compromising our coverage or safety?   1 way to save money on car insurance is to drive like a grandma. Yes, you heard that right. Driving like

When it comes to picking the perfect set of wheels, it’s not just about the make and model; it’s about finding a car that fits your lifestyle like a glove. When buying a car, you’ll want to make sure you’re cruising in a vehicle that suits your unique needs. So, let’s embark on this automotive adventure and explore how to

A very necessary part of buying a car, whether it’s second hand or new, is to understand the running costs. Because, as we know, the true cost of a car isn’t just the purchase price. It’s also the cost of fuel you’ll use, service and maintenance bills, and car insurance premiums.   When you add these amounts onto your monthly