The state of our city: ‘theft, vandalism and anything else that can be broken, used or sold’
The City of Cape Town states that a boost in theft and vandalism of roadway facilities is draining its budget plan. The city’s transportation directorate stated it has actually fixed 18,080 pits and resurfaced 121km of roadways in between 1 January to 31 August 2021….
10 Tips To Reduce Your Car And Home Insurance Premiums
Statistics from the Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) of South Africa show that up to 800,000 cars get into accidents on South African roads every year. In contrast, only 60-70% of motorists have car insurance in South Africa. This is a worrying enough statistic until…
What Happens When You Get Into An Accident With An Uninsured Driver?
When you’re behind the wheel, the chances are that the thought of an accident doesn’t enter your mind very frequently. However, a recent report published by the Automobile Association of South Africa shows that almost 800 thousand vehicles get into accidents every year.
How to Buy a Repossessed Car in SA
Detailed guide to buying a repossessed car on auction Buying a repossessed car on auction is a great way of saving money, however, there are certain valuable guidelines to follow in order to avoid the disappointment of buying an inferior vehicle which will ultimately result…
Car Insurance Calculator
Have you ever thought, “Why is my car insurance so expensive? How is my premium calculated?”. Honestly, you are not alone. There are reasons why some people pay more than others. Your car insurance premium in South Africa is calculated using a number of risk…
Released 2020: Best & Worst Insurance Companies in South Africa
2020 has undoubtedly been the strangest, scariest year that we have experienced as the unexpected black swan event, the Covid-19 pandemic hit our shores. Luckily, we have some ‘normal’ results to look at when it comes to the short-term insurance (OSTI) report that was released…
How South Africans Get Cheaper Car Insurance
South Africans can get cheaper car insurance by comparing insurance companies and their premiums side by side, leave us your name and number below and we will compare multiple providers for you: Get a car insurance quote Fill in the form below please enter your…
Jail Time for 1 Drink on the New ZERO Tolerance Drinking & Driving Limit
Another law being imposed on South African citizens: 0% driving blood-alcohol limit is being enforced June 2020! The Minister of transport Fikile Mbalula says that the new zero-tolerance approach to drunk driving falls under the Aarto (Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences) Act coming into…
How to Claim from the Road Accident Fund: 3 Simple Steps
We asked a test group of 10 people, “Do you know how to claim from the RAF”. All 10 people said they had no idea how or where to go to claim if they were in an accident. So, we decided we needed to get…
I Crashed into a Traffic Light… Who Pays?
On Monday, July 30 2018, a minibus taxi carrying over twenty learners on the N2 highway in Cape Town, crashed into a barrier after its tyre burst. According to the Western Cape Provincial Traffic Chief, Kenny Africa, a seven-year-old learner lost his life. Not only…
Men or Women: Who Is The Better Driver?
When it comes to driving, two conversations are always had. Firstly, do Cape Townians drive better than their Johannesburg counterparts, and secondly, are women better drivers than men? After much debate, Discovery Insurance recently released a report detailing which province boasted the best and worst…
See Your Cars Safety Rating
No one ever seems to think that their car is actually one of the most dangerous cars to drive in South Africa. Currently there are cars that are only allowed in South Africa. Cars that are slated with the lowest safety ratings are illegal to be driven in most countries, so where do manufacturers go to push sales of their stock? South Africa!