Age Vs Mileage – How To Choose The Best Use Car

Posted by on 19 Oct 2022 under Blog

Vehicle Model Year Vs Kilometres To Determine Used Car Value

Vehicle Model Year Vs Kilometres To Determine Used Car Value

I know someone who wants to sell her Getz. It is a 2007 model I think, but it has only 90 000km on the clock. Is this a good car to buy, or should you rather go for a newer car with more mileage?

The thing is the Getz looks old and feels more used than it should be. The vast majority of those kilos were done in short trips, heavy traffic, or both. And it was parked outside for most of those years, so although there is no rust, the paint is faded in parts and the upholstery is perishing.


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The Dangers Of Driving With Certain Eye Conditions

Posted by on 10 Oct 2022 under Blog

Common Eye Conditions And How They Affect Driving

Common Eye Conditions And How They Affect Driving

As many motorists can attest, driving becomes second nature which means we often forget the fundamentals, like the ability to see properly. This brings us to eye conditions and how dangerous they can be to you and other road users.


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Buying Used Cars: Everything You Need To Know

Posted by on 30 Sep 2022 under Blog

 

Are you thinking about buying a car? While it’s often tempting to look at a brand new model, you should also consider buying a used car. In this article, we discuss some of the main reasons why buying a used car is a great choice. We also share some valuable advice on vehicle financing, balloon payments and the current state of the secondhand car market.


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How To Roadtrip Like A Pro With Your Pets In South Africa

Posted by on 14 Sep 2022 under Blog

How To Travel Safely With Pets Over The Holidays

How To Travel Safely With Pets Over The Holidays

The festive season is a month or two away, but before you know it, the time will arrive to hit the road and make your way to a holiday destination. For many folks, this also means packing up their pets and their belongings, so they can join in the fun at the other end of the car journey. However, this does call for some careful planning to make it work for your pets and yourself.


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Most Fuel-Efficient Cars, SUVs And Bakkies In SA

Posted by on 29 Aug 2022 under Blog

South Africa’s Most Fuel-Efficient Vehicles Today

South Africa’s Most Fuel-Efficient Vehicles Today

International oil prices are coming down from &@% &*# to Good Heavens, and hopefully fuel prices will come down a bit soon as well. But even a significant drop will merely move the needle from agony to excruciating pain. And the reasons for the high fuel prices have not entirely gone away.


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Results Of The AA Entry-Level Vehicle Safety Report

Posted by on 12 Aug 2022 under Blog

AA Vehicle Safety Analysis And Report

AA Vehicle Safety Analysis And Report

Today, vehicle safety is of the utmost importance and while top-spec models from various car makers do have a high vehicle safety rating, that hasn’t been the case with some entry-level vehicles. Fortunately, the situation has already started changing as more entry-level vehicles in South Africa have a higher vehicle safety rating. Here is a closer look at the 2022 Automobile Association (AA) Entry-Level Vehicle Safety Report or ELVS for short.


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What Are The Best Cars For First-Time Drivers?

Posted by on 12 Jul 2022 under Blog, Car Buying Tips

Top Five Cars For First-Time Drivers

Top Five Cars For First-Time Drivers

Everyone remembers their first car as it resembles a rite of passage and provides a sense of freedom unlike any other. When looking at cars for first-time drivers, what would be the best choice?

Cars for first-time drivers should tick a few important boxes. It should ideally be low in price, cheap to insure, safe and easy to drive. For most new or younger drivers, price and low running costs are among the most important considerations.


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How To Be Prepared For Your Car’s Next Service

Posted by on 30 Jun 2022 under Blog, General, Group 1 Cars

Technician asseing vehicle during service

How to prepare for a vehicle service

Taking proper care of your vehicle is not just a nice to have – one of the best ways to ensure that your vehicle remains safe on the road, and in good condition to resell later along the line, is to keep up with its services. Here’s a look at a few important things you need to bear in mind when booking a service, and how you should go about choosing a service provider.

Why Are Regular Car Services So Vital?

Staying up to date with your car service intervals helps you to get the most out of your investment. If you have a car maintenance plan in place, certain aspects of your service will be covered, or the whole service might be free of charge. As such, it’s vital to check the conditions, exclusions and limitations of your plan, as well as which garages are covered by the plan. Always go through the fine print of your maintenance plan, and/or extended warranty with a fine-toothed comb so you know what you are entitled to.


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Which Cars Have High Ground Clearance?

Posted by on 02 Jun 2022 under Asx, Blog, Car Reviews, General, Group 1 Cars, Mitsubishi

Vehicle with high ground clearance

Cars with the highest ground clearance

South Africa has an extensive road network consisting of national highways, byways and rural roads throughout all nine provinces. While efforts are made to keep roads in good condition, there are still bumps and potholes to contend with, not to mention going off-road and that requires cars with high ground clearance.

The good news is there are many cars with high good ground clearance to combat this. In this basic guide, we briefly discuss vehicles from various segments that have high ground clearance.


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How To Renew Your Driver’s License

Posted by on 16 May 2022 under Blog, General, Group 1 Cars

Happy vehicle owner

A step-by-step guide top renewing your SA driver’s license

Your driver’s license has expired. Oops! During the COVID lockdown/ languish, nobody wanted to stand in a queue for a license, and in any case, a lot of the time the license offices were closed because the staff had COVID. So the authorities kept extending and extending the grace period for getting it. And then they did not anymore. The end of April was the end of grace and that was that. So what now?


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