We have written quite a bit on the topics of finding cheaper car insurance and finding the best car insurance. This however focuses the attention on the need to have effective cover in the unfortunate event of an accident. Car insurance will allow you to survive the financial impact of vehicle loss or damage – [...]
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We have in the past emphasized the need to drive with roadworthy tyres! Your car insurance will only cover your vehicle if your tyres are in a roadworthy condition – meaning that it has enough tread etc. Driver distraction is now one of the most important threats to safety on the road. 20 Years ago drivers were merely warned against tuning the radio and the distractions inside the car caused by passengers and activities such as eating, reading, conversations etc. At present we find all kinds of devices and of these the [...] It was revealed by the Department of Transport on the 17th of December that, since the start of December, more than 2 000 drivers were arrested for drinking and driving on South African roads. More than 500 were arrested in the Eastern Cape alone and a further 320 in KwaZulu-Natal. In attempts to curb this drunk [...] Every festive season we are reminded of the Zero Tolerance approach to road safety in KZN. The Road Traffic Inspectorate in KZN is known for strict law enforcement on the roads. This province have some of the most scenic, yet dangerous roads along mountain passes and remote rural areas. But why do we need a zero [...] Yes – they can! Before you go on the road it is important to focus on those vehicle factors that will keep you safe on the road. Not only do we have to be alert to tyre safety – but also to those components between the tyres and your vehicle – the shock absorbers… This [...] On this Car Insurance Blog I would like to pause for a moment with the discussions on finding and comparing quotes – and reflect on a road safety threat that not only causes vehicle damage – but death!! This is the threat of accidents at level crossings / rail crossings. In the past week we [...] The past weekend I have spent quite a bit of time researching run flat tyre technology and the impact that this might have on the safety of road users. Tyre manufacturers are spending much time and funding on efforts to develop tyres that are safer and that provides “run flat capabilities”. All these efforts are however [...] In most developed countries it is law to have your car insured. In South Africa this is not a requirement – and it is with a sense of fear that you ask a friend who has been in an accident “Do you have car insurance?” I have recently been called to assist a friend at [...] We have all at some time received emails alerting us to various tactics used by either hijackers or smash-and grab thieves! These include paint or other liquids sprayed across the windscreen, stones placed on the road surface etc…Sometimes, unfortunately these also include some urban legends… Yesterday the police alerted the public to a new modus operandi [...] |
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