Dashboard confessions: Unravelling the mysteries behind your car’s blinking lights

Welcome to the interesting ride of understanding your car’s dashboard symbols, where every light is more mysterious than a Protea’s performance on match day (although, we’ll never stop supporting you guys!). The check engine light: More unpredictable than loadshedding This light could mean anything from a loose petrol cap to a serious engine problem. It’s like a box of chocolates; […]

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What to do if YOU accidentally bump into another car

So, you’re on your way to the shops, running a mental list of all the things you need to get, when OOPS! Your car taps the back of the car in front of you. You see, you’d observed the traffic light change to green and expected the car ahead of you to go, but they weren’t paying attention… And neither […]

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7 Things you shouldn’t do after a car accident

Even a minor car accident is nothing to sneeze at. These experiences can completely throw you into a panic, but there’s something that can add to the stress of the situation… And that’s NOT knowing what to do. Being the kindhearted souls that we are, we’ve put together a handy guide to keep you from making common mistakes at the scene […]

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Terms you should know as a car owner

Alright, so owning a car is more than just driving around. There are so many things you need to know, and really, it comes down to simply understanding a few key terms. Let’s be honest… Whenever you have even the most basic of conversations about anything to do with your car, it can feel a bit like talking a foreign […]

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Car shopping adventures: Test drive tips to find your perfect match

In today’s click-and-collect world, buying a car online seems like a breeze. Seriously, with just a few flicks of the wrist and clicks, you can get all the deets you need, from descriptions and pictures to reviews and ratings. But let’s be real, folks, nothing beats actually getting a first-hand feel for the car’s handling, its cozy (or not-so-cozy) interior, […]

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How to know when you should replace your tyres

As you cruise through the streets in South Africa, it’s quite likely that you’ll encounter a mix of smooth highways and rough, pothole-ridden tracks. With such varied road conditions, you can’t rely on any standard advice on when it’s time to change your tyres. Then again, you can’t just put your finger into the air and hope the wind tells […]

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