
GOVERNMENT WON’T COVER YOUR CAR DAMAGE DUE TO NATURAL DISASTERS-GET COMPREHENSIVE CAR INSURANCE
Where can one go in case of damage to their cars caused by natural disasters? Does the government assist with claims to repair or what?

Where can one go in case of damage to their cars caused by natural disasters? Does the government assist with claims to repair or what?

IN today’s fast-paced world, cars that offer both versatility and capacity are a necessity for many families, adventurers and professionals.

SOUTH AFRICA’s motoring sector is about to be fired up, come 2025…
Trust us when we tell you, while you were festiving, car manufactures were not snoozing.
They have been on their toes making sure that their next breed of their cars will live up to your expectations.

AS you drive on the roads during this festive season, do not break the law! If you break it, know that you will pay the price. Cartrends put together the amounts you could pay for different offences…

THE South African Police Services (SAPS) has revealed some shocking stats.
It said that about 8 597 cars and motorcycles were stolen across all nine provinces in South Africa between July and September 2024.
In average, this means that approximately 93 vehicles were stolen in South Africa every day in the second quarter of 2024/2025.

Cape Town in the Western Cape Province is leading the Metro’s with worst drivers, with Gauteng hot on the heels, this according to information from Budget Insurance. Cartrends agrees with many that these bad statistics make South African motorists look as bad drivers. But do we even know what is good driving?

Owning a car comes with the responsibility of maintaining it. That is maintaining its performance and longevity. This often feels overwhelming, especially when faced with a maze of terminology and jargon.
Words like warranty, service plan and maintenance plan often pop up, but understanding what they mean and the differences between them can be challenging.

Driving in the rain requires extra caution because wet roads can be dangerous.
They are slippery and there’s less visibility.
Cartrends put together safety precautions that motorists should be aware of when driving in rain.

Check if a car dealership is reputable first before buying a car from them. Otherwise, you will buy stress. Here are the steps to guide you and show you if the dealership if reputable.

You can qualify for a car with your R10 000 salary or less.
We share with you tips on how you could qualify for car finance and also point you to what cars you can get. We also give you a rough estimation of what you could pay for the car you opt for.




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