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Buying a car compared to Leasing a car
Whether to buy or lease your next car will very much depend on your needs and circumstances.What is car leasing?Leasing is effectively a long-term rental agreement with an institution offering the...
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Buying a new car vs a used car
Whether to buy a new car or used car is one of the first purchasing decisions you will need to make. A new car is bought directly from a car dealership and has not been previously registered, while...
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How car depreciation affects the value of a car
If you are looking to buy a new or used car, it’s important to consider the effects of depreciation before you buy the car. This article offers some insight into car depreciation and highlights key...
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How much should you spend on a car
If you are looking at buying a new car or a used car, it’s important to choose a car that you can afford. This article highlights the factors you should consider before buying your next car.How much...
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How to buy a used car from a private seller
What questions should you ask the seller?Once you have found a car that you potentially want to buy, you will want to contact the seller. You can make contact with the seller either through email...
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How to get the best trade-in value for your used car
When you trade-in your used car, it’s important to try get the best possible value for your used car. This article provides useful information that will help you get the best value when you trade-in...
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How to register and license your car
Registering and licensing your vehicle is a legal requirement in South Africa. This article outlines the necessary requirements to successfully register and licence your vehicle in South Africa.How...
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How to Test Drive a Car
If you are looking to buy a new car or a used car it’s important to test drive the car before considering buying it. Test driving a car gives you the opportunity to evaluate the drivability and comfort...
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Should I buy a car from a dealer or a private seller?
There are significant differences between buying a used car from a car dealership and buying one from a private individual. To aid you in selecting your best buying method, we have identified both...
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Trading-in your car
When purchasing a car from a dealership, the buyer will often have the option to trade-in their current car. The dealership effectively offers the buyer a certain amount for the trade-in car against...
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What type of car should I buy
Which type of car is ideal for you?Every person is different and has different needs from their car. It is vitally important, when buying a car, that the type of car you choose fits your lifestyle...
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Finance information |
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Refinancing your car loan
What is car re-financingLoans are not always negotiated on the best terms. Car re-financing enables you to pay off your current car loan with a new renegotiated loan. Your current car loan and title...
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General Car information |
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Driver license requirements in South Africa
By law, every motorist operating a vehicle in South Africa must have a valid Driver’s License. Learner drivers are required to have a valid Learner’s License and be accompanied with a person with...
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Fuel efficient driving tips
Amidst rising fuel prices, every motorist in South Africa can adopt fuel efficient driving techniques that will save money at the fuel pump. This article offers advice on fuel efficient driving techniques,...
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How to avoid car scams in South Africa
Whether you are buying or selling a car, you should always take the necessary precautions to avoid being scammed. This article offers advice on how to avoid car scams in South Africa.What is a scam?A...
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How to avoid car theft in South Africa
Car theft is a common occurrence in South Africa and car owners should take the necessary precautions to avoid car theft or car related theft. This article offers advice on how to avoid and prevent...
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How to calculate your cars fuel economy
If you own and drive a car, it’s useful to know how much fuel your car consumes so that you can take the necessary steps to reduce excessive fuel consumption. This article will show you how to calculate...
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How to change a tyre
In the unfortunate event of a flat tyre or a blow-out, you need to know how to change a tyre safely without damaging your car. There is no need to panic because changing a wheel is actually easier...
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How to maintain your tyres
Tyre maintenance is an important, and often overlooked, requirement that every car owner needs to fulfil while owning and driving a car. Regular tyre maintenance will increase the longevity of your...
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Regular car checks to perform on your car
Performing regular car checks on your car is an important aspect to owning a car and will ensure that your car is safe for diving and in excellent running order. This article highlights regular checks...
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Insurance information |
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Car insurance in South Africa
Whether you are an owner of a car or looking to buy a new or used car, it’s in your best interest to consider what type of car insurance will best suit your needs. This article provides some insight...
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Road Safety information |
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Designated driver services in South Africa
Being the holiday season there is a lot to celebrate. Businesses are having end-of-year parties, students are celebrating the end of exams and almost everyone will be celebrating the New Year. There...
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Holiday driving - What you need to know
Holiday Driving: What you need to knowThe summer holidays are a great time to relax, and with South Africa having some of the best holiday destinations in the world, it is no surprise that many people...
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How to avoid distracted driving
Distracted driving is a growing problem both in South Africa and around the world. Distracted driving dramatically increases the chances of serious or fatal accidents occurring and should be avoided...
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Selling information |
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How to sell your used car privately with Cars
If you are thinking of selling your used car privately then you should consider using Cars.co.za as a platform to advertise your used car. This article offers advice on how prepare and market your...
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How to sell your used car to a private buyer
This article offers advice on how to sell your used car to a private buyer with a particular focus on what questions to ask the buyer and what safety precautions to take to avoid physical harm or...
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Using Cars.co.za information |
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How to compare car adverts on Cars.co.za
If you are searching for a new or used car on Cars.co.za, it’s important to compare car information so that you are able to make the best possible decision when buying a new or used car. This article...
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How to request a car on Cars.co.za
This article offers advice on how to effectively use the Car Request System on Cars.co.za. Although Cars.co.za has thousands of new and used cars to choose from, there is a chance that you might not...
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How to search for a New car on Cars.co.za
Cars.co.za now has a ‘New Cars’ section where you can search for new cars. Searching for a new car is simple with Cars.co.za, here’s what you need to know. How do I search for a new car on Cars.co.za?The...
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How to search for a Used car on Cars.co.za
Searching for a used car is simple with Cars.co.za. This article offers advice on how to effectively search for a used car on Cars.co.za. Cars.co.za offers thousands of used cars to choose from, here’s...
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How to use the Car search facility on Cars
Finding the car you are looking for is simple with Cars.co.za. This article offers advice on how to use the ‘Car Search’ facility on Cars.co.za so that you can quickly find the car you are looking...
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