When you hear about a car being ‘written-off,’ your first thought is likely that the whole car must look like a smooshed tin can and you’re hoping that the people involved are okay. That makes sense, because a lot of the time an incident that results in a car being classified as ‘written-off’ is usually damaged beyond repair… And it […]
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Life-saving advice for when you’re driving through fog
There are a couple things that terrify us on the road. Driving merrily along only to find yourself stuck behind a disaster of trucks is just 1 example. We’re actually not sure what the collective noun for many trucks is, but ‘disaster’ seems apt. Another thing that tends to frighten us is when we’re behind the wheel and making our […]
Read moreThe 7 most common types of car damage
The main reason you get car insurance is so that if something happens to your car, you don’t have to pay to get it fixed up or replaced out of your own pocket. Too often, people don’t think about getting cover, that is… Until they need it. Usually after they’ve realised that their little fender bender has resulted in tens […]
Read moreThe right car financing option for you
Are you in the market for a new (or new-to-you) car? Well, first, getting to the place where you can get your own set of wheels is a big step, and for that we applaud you. We’d have to say that after a house, a car is likely to be the biggest purchase you’ll make. And similar to the process of […]
Read moreEvolution of cars: From horseless carriages to electrical enigmas
They say change is the only constant in life. Well, if you’ve ever been stuck in Joburg traffic during rush hour, you’ll agree that there’s another constant: Cars. And wow, have they evolved! Let’s take a closer look at the evolution of cars and how they’ve adapted to suit man’s needs. The first kicks: The horseless carriage Back in the […]
Read moreHow much car insurance costs for teenagers
Putting a young person behind the wheel of a car can be a terrifying prospect for parents. However, investing in driving lessons and ensuring that they know the ‘no seat belt, no driving’ rule can help. Additionally, getting car insurance is an absolute necessity because accidents happen, especially when drivers have fewer kilometres under their (fan) belt and are still […]
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