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Motorists urged to be familiar with accident protocol this festive season

Motorists urged to be familiar with accident protocol this festive season

02 December 2015

The latest Road Traffic Management Corporation annual report has revealed that more than 4 500 road fatalities were reported on South African roads from April 2014 to April 2015. In light of these alarming statistics, it is vital for all South African motorists to practise safe driving, familiarise themselves with proper accident protocol and ensure that their motor vehicle insurance cover is up-to-date ahead of the upcoming festive season.

Spiraling cost of car parts could lead to pricey repairs

Spiraling cost of car parts could lead to pricey repairs

11 November 2015

The recently released Kinsey Report highlighted the considerable increase in the cost of spare and replacement motor vehicle parts. The significance of this is the knock-on effect that such price hikes have on the overall cost of vehicle repairs.

Addressing the SA automotive parts challenge through a streamlined supply chain

Addressing the SA automotive parts challenge through a streamlined supply chain

28 October 2015

Despite the competitiveness of the South African automotive industry, questions around the affordability and availability of spare parts and maintaining the sustainability of the sector remain. Adam Orlin, CEO of Blue Strata Trading a premium import and working capital specialist, investigates.

South Africa's ageing cars may cost consumers

South Africa's ageing cars may cost consumers

26 October 2015

According to the National Association of Automobile Manufacturers of SA (NAAMSA), sales of new cars in South Africa reflected a substantial decline of 13.2%, compared to new cars sold in September last year. In addition, 21.9% of the new cars, or more than 1 in every 5 new cars, were purchased by the car rental industry.

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Discovery reveals South Africa’s safest driving cities

Discovery reveals South Africa’s safest driving cities

21 October 2015
Addressing SA’s automotive threats – information, technology and partnerships are instrumental in winning the battle

Addressing SA’s automotive threats – information, technology and partnerships are instrumental in winning the battle

21 October 2015
An innovative first for the SA motor industry

An innovative first for the SA motor industry

05 October 2015
Global motor insurance: Size segmentation and forecast for the worldwide market

Global motor insurance: Size segmentation and forecast for the worldwide market

21 September 2015
South Africa’s roads are 10% safer this year, according to Discovery Insure Driving Challenge statistics

South Africa’s roads are 10% safer this year, according to Discovery Insure Driving Challenge statistics

17 September 2015
Using generic parts to cut industry costs

Using generic parts to cut industry costs

31 August 2015
The Ombudsman for Short-Term Insurance: Driving your parents motor vehicle without permission may have more serious implications than just being reprimanded

The Ombudsman for Short-Term Insurance: Driving your parents motor vehicle without permission may have more serious implications than just being reprimanded

25 August 2015
Safer driving at the swipe of a screen

Safer driving at the swipe of a screen

24 July 2015