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A royal guide to keeping your cool: What to do when your car overheats

So, there you are… Cruising down the N1, the wind in your hair, your playlist pumping… And suddenly, your car throws a tantrum and the temperature needle shoots up faster than your blood pressure. Yep, your car’s overheating. Don’t sweat it (literally), because the king’s got a cool guide to help you handle this hot mess. First things first: What

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Why shortfall cover is your budget’s best friend

You’ve just bought your dream car… But what happens when the wheels fall off Let’s paint the picture: You drive off the showroom floor in your shiny new wheels, feeling like royalty. A few months later, boom! An accident happens and your car is written off.  You expect your insurance to sort it all… But the payout is less than

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What you should know before letting someone else drive your car

We get it. Sometimes life happens, and someone else needs to take the wheel. Maybe it’s your cousin rushing to a meeting, your best friend picking up groceries, or even your teenager finally getting some road time. But before you hand over the keys, there’s a bit of insurance housekeeping to think about. Who counts as an authorised driver? First

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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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The real cost of driving without insurance in 2025

So, you’re still playing the ‘I’ll be careful’ game? Bold move. But here’s the thing… Life (and traffic) doesn’t care how good a driver you think you are. All it takes is 1 pothole, 1 distracted driver, or 1 surprise hailstorm, and your ‘it won’t happen to me’ mindset could cost you more than your monthly car payment. Let’s break

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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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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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Can a car recall affect my car insurance?

If you’ve ever heard the words ‘car recall’ and thought ‘ag nee, not again’, you’re not alone. A manufacturer recall can feel like a royal pain in the bumper, especially when it comes with a free side order of panic. But here’s the big question: Can a car recall impact your car insurance? The short answer: It depends. The longer

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