Is This Car Affordable? 5 Ways to Tell.

Posted by Group1 Cars on 20 Jan 2020 under Blog, Car Buying Tips

Identifying Which Cars Are Really Affordable

If you’re planning to shop around for an affordable vehicle in South Africa in 2020, we have excellent news – there are plenty of great options on offer from Group1 Cars dealerships throughout the country. However, when you’re faced with this amount of choice, it can become a bit of a headache to figure out which pre-owned vehicle is right for you. After all, when you drive that car, bakkie or SUV off the lot, it needs to suit your lifestyle, not the other way around.

A Summary Of The Different Gearbox Options

Posted by Group1 Cars on 17 Jan 2020 under Blog, Car Buying Tips, General, Group 1 Cars

Gearbox Options Explained

You are scrolling through Group1cars for your next ride and everything looks great, but what does MT and AT and AMT mean? CVT and DCT? Let’s have a look.

MT stands for manual transmission and was the original way to transfer engine power to the wheels optimally, according to the speed of the car. The driver pushes in the clutch pedal to manually disconnect the transmission from the clutch plate, selects a gear, releases the clutch again to engage the selected gear. Until quite recently this was the most efficient way to change gears, and many drivers still believe it gives the most driver engagement.

The Best Time to Buy a Car in 2020

Posted by Group1 Cars on 03 Jan 2020 under Blog, Car Buying Tips, General, Group 1 Cars

Top Tip: When To Buy That New Car

Buying a new car is a double-edged sword if ever there was one – it’s extremely exciting, but it can also be rather nerve-wracking to make such a big investment. As such, it makes sense to evaluate all your options very carefully before you sign on the dotted line and drive off in your new vehicle.

How to Avoid Smash & Grabs This Holiday

Posted by Group1 Cars on 20 Dec 2019 under Blog, Group 1 Cars

A Few Tips On Avoiding Smash & Grabs During The Holidays

T’is the season to be jolly and happy holidaymakers are crowding onto South African roads to make their way to their vacation destinations. However, as the roads get busier, so to do the frequency of opportunistic crimes increase. Smash-and-grab incidents occur throughout the year, but it’s even more prevalent around the festive season. Fortunately, there are ways to safeguard your car and belongings.

The EV Revolution: Is RSA Ready To Adapt?

Posted by Group1 Cars on 17 Dec 2019 under Blog, General, Group 1 Cars

Will Electric Vehicles Become The New Norm In SA?

Sustainability is a topic that is on everyone’s lips of late, and with good reason – our planet’s natural resources are under severe pressure and something needs to change if we wish to call Earth our home for much longer. This is why the EV (electric vehicle) revolution is such a big part of the planning for automakers around the globe.

Need Help Fixing A Tyre Puncture?

Posted by Group1 Cars on 27 Oct 2019 under Blog, General, Group 1 Cars

Tips TO Fix A Flat Tyre

Everyone knows that ‘prevention is better than cure’ but sometimes things are simply out of our control. In the motoring world, a tyre puncture is always a possible outcome whether you drive on urban roads or going off-road. Even if you are the most careful driver, you can’t always avoid getting a tyre puncture.

Getting To Grips With Traction Control

Posted by Group1 Cars on 20 Sep 2019 under Blog

The Importance of Traction and Driving

Regardless of the car you drive, traction is important as without friction between your car tyres and the road surface, you won’t be able to go anywhere. According to Continental, “Overall, traction control is meant to maximize your forward or reverse tractive capabilities.”

5 Facts About Filling Stations That Are Actually Myths

Posted by Group1 Cars on 20 Aug 2019 under Blog, General, Group 1 Cars

Filling Station Facts or Myths?

Have you ever waited until morning to fill up because you believe you get more fuel earlier in the day than later? Or perhaps you had a flaming row with your significant other because they whipped out their cell to make a call while you were at the service station? Today we take a look at five facts about filling stations that are actually myths. Read on to find out more.

New VS Used: The Benefits for First-Time Buyers

Posted by Group1 Cars on 19 Jul 2019 under Blog, Car Buying Tips, General, Group 1 Cars

Buying Used vs New

Buying your first car is one of those big life moments you will always remember. After all, a car is a symbol of personal freedom. When you have your own set of wheels you can (for all intents and purposes) set off into the sunset, chasing new horizons and seeking thrilling adventures whenever you choose. Well, in real life most of us have to pitch up for work in the morning, but you get what we’re saying.

Car Review: Second-hand 2003 Nissan X-Trail

Posted by Group1 Cars on 24 Jun 2019 under Blog, Car Model History, Car Reviews, X-Trail

Used Nissan X-Trail

The year was 2001 when the Nissan X-Trail was launched facing off against the Honda CR-V and the Toyota RAV4. At that stage, both were in their second generation which meant the Nissan X- Trail had stiff competition with these already successful SUV crossovers.

Categories