When buying a car, it’s always important to do your homework. Ask yourself questions like how often are you going to use the car, what are you going to use it for, what will the long-term maintenance be, and can you afford it? When buying an off-road vehicle, it’s even more important to know the answers before you start searching.
We’re a nation united in our differences. With a kaleidoscope of cultures, languages and habits it’s always interesting to see what cars we end up buying. Sometimes we fit into that cliché box while other times we surprise those around us with our choices. So, with all of this in mind – can you guess which cars are SA’s most popular cars?
According to CarMag (www.carmag.co.za) SA’s best-selling new passenger cars during March 2018 were:
The Polo and the Polo Vivo came out tops. These German manufactured passenger vehicles have been a favourite among South Africans ever since the first model came out in 2002. They’re known for being economical, their services are affordable and they’re easy on the eye. The fact that they work for everyone from a student to a small family doesn’t hurt either!
The Fortuner has become one of South Africa’s most popular cars because of a whole list of reasons. Space is a big aspect for families and that is what the Fortuner has enough of. Whether you want space for luggage or people, the Fortuner’s interior options make it easy to move between the two needs. The Toyota Corolla/Auris/Quest is also a firm favourite among our population. The Corolla has definitely achieved legendary status over the years and by adding the Auris and Quest models to the range, Toyota has managed to gain more market share.
The Korean manufactured cars have proven to be reliable, affordable and attractive. With recent additions to the already popular selling range, they have gone from a wobbly intro into the country to owning the fifth most popular car in South Africa. The Hyundai Grand i10 is nippy, ideal for the city and easy on the pocket.
With hundreds of cars, models and ranges available it can become quite tricky to decide on your ideal car. Start by looking at your budget – what can you afford to pay back monthly? Don’t forget to include insurance, petrol and services when doing the maths! Aspects like service intervals, the location of service centres and the cost of services should play a crucial role in your decision-making process.
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You’ve probably seen photos of insanely overloaded vehicles floating around on the internet – scooters with six riders, bakkies piled twice their height, and people stuffed like sardines in cars? While most of us won’t go to those extremes, many of us have been guilty of overloading our vehicles. Even if you can get everything to fit in, it might be heavier than the vehicle’s recommended maximum capacity. Whether you drive a small hatch or a large cargo truck, overloading is a serious problem.
A parent’s life can generally be divided into two phases: BB (Before Baby) and AB (After Baby). Going on an extended road trip BB is as simple as getting into the car. Literally. But, as new parents quickly discover, even going to the shops can be daunting. Besides packing all the supplies, including that third set of clothes just in case, you are also faced with the task of keeping your precious bundle of joy safe on the road.
Luckily, investing in a good car seat goes a long way to give you peace of mind. Here are a few points to consider when choosing a seat for your child:
Whoever thinks that traveling with young kids is a walk in the park probably isn’t a parent yet. Kids are bundles of energy and they seem to get even more hyperactive when they’re confined to a small space. So, unfortunately, you will have to endure the are-we-there-yets and other typical complaints. But there are ways to make a road-trip with your kids a fun and happy experience. If you’re travelling with kids,
here are a few tips especially for you.
The most painful thing about owning a car is knowing that is continuously depreciating. Depreciation is the main factor that causes your vehicle’s resale value to dip. But, you can’t avoid this problem. Most cars lose about half of their value within their first three years. There are other ways to lessen the blow of depreciation on your vehicle. One way is to do proper research on a car before you buy it so that you buy a car that doesn’t have a high depression rate.
