Motorists often breathe a sigh of relief when they have a spare tyre to get them back on the road after a puncture; however, the relief may be short-lived as the trustworthy spare in the boot could lead to other road risks. Dunlop Tyres SA’s leading technical tyre expert Keith Phelps says the compact ‘biscuit’ […]
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As the festive season approaches, Budget Insurance is urging South African motorists to prioritise road safety and ensure they are fully prepared for the increased traffic and potential hazards on the roads. With many families travelling long distances to visit loved ones, the risk of accidents significantly increases during this time of year. To help
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Many consumers find insurance terms, conditions and processes tricky – but they don’t have to be! King Price Insurance client experience partner Wynand van Vuuren answers the most asked questions by customers: What is under-insurance? You need to insure your buildings, home contents and portable possessions for the value of like-for-like replacements at today’s prices.
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“Your tyres are the only part of your vehicle that makes contact with the road,” says Werner Wernich, Supa Quick regional operations manager. “Reputable tyre manufacturers have enormous research & development budgets devoted to improving the tyre’s technology, from pioneering safer and more durable materials, to developing new designs that support better performance in different
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Winter is almost here, and already we are starting to see the sun coming up later and setting earlier. Coupled with longer hours of darkness, motorists also often have to deal with street lights not working and unpredictable loadshedding schedules. For motorists travelling to and from work, the combination can be treacherous. Making sure the
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Human error contributes to 8 out of every 10 road accidents in South Africa. Among these errors, distracted driving emerges as a leading cause, posing significant risks to drivers, passengers and other road users. Wynand van Vuuren, client experience partner at King Price Insurance, says a leading cause of distracted driving is tending to the needs of
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More than half a million South Africans bought new cars during 2023. This is despite ever-increasing interest and inflation rates, and soaring cost of living, fuel and car prices. And yet, even with around a million road accidents being reported annually, only 35% of South African motorists have insurance. This means that, if you’re unlucky enough
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