Advice and guides
No fluff and no sponsored nonsense. Practical guidance for South African drivers, written to save you money and arguments.
How to choose a car garage in South Africa
Seven practical checks before you hand over your keys, from accreditation and written quotes to how a good workshop talks about parts.
4 February 2026 · 7 min read
What a car service actually costs in South Africa
Realistic 2026 price bands for minor and major services, what drives the number up, and where dealers and independents differ.
11 February 2026 · 6 min read
Buying tyres in South Africa without getting talked into the wrong set
How to read the sidewall, what load and speed ratings mean for our roads, and when the premium brand is genuinely worth it.
18 February 2026 · 6 min read
Windscreen chip or crack: repair or replace?
When a chip can be filled, when the glass has to come out, how insurance excess usually works, and what ADAS recalibration means for newer cars.
25 February 2026 · 5 min read
Your rights when a repair goes wrong in South Africa
The Consumer Protection Act three month repair warranty, how to complain effectively, and where to escalate including the Motor Industry Ombudsman.
4 March 2026 · 7 min read
Service intervals explained, and why the 15 000 km sticker may be wrong for you
Manufacturer intervals assume ideal conditions. Here is how dust, short trips and stop-start traffic change what your car actually needs.
11 March 2026 · 5 min read