Batteries And More

Though about 36,794 South Africans registered new cars in January 2017, more residents can better afford used cars. In May 2016 alone, 89,390 completed applications for used cars. In addition to lower cost, used cars cost less to insure and you can oftentimes get more interesting features. Of course, there’s always the concern that an individual selling a used car will take advantage and hand you a bunch of problems on four wheels. Take heart, most used sales are legitimate and most sellers are honest. Still, with all sales, the buyer must always be careful. Here are some tips to make sure the used car in which you’re considering purchasing doesn’t have problems: o Don’t fall in love. This is admittedly hard, especially when the car has great looks and features. o Stay ordinary. With used cars, ordinary is safer. Of course you want the car you loved a kid, but it’s better to save that for the dealers, where warranties are offered. Plus, dealers can some of those

As of 2014, 28,5% of South African households had access to a car. That reflected a 5,6% increase in ten years. Since then, car sales have gone up and, in July 2017 alone, they increased 4,1% (the Ford Ranger, as in past years, sold the most). While sales haven’t always been perfect and the economy has fluctuated, the industry nonetheless has a positive influence on the market. Car makers highly pursue the industry and just last year, Toyota opened a plant in KwaZulu- Natal, Durban. Driving certainly is a fantastic convenience that also offers independence. In 2016, about 4,3 million workers drove a car at least to and from work. If you don’t already own a car, perhaps you ride along as a passenger or plan on someday owning a car yourself. The statistics indicate that these situations are possible now or very likely in the near future. Cars, however, occasionally breakdown. Even the most highly rated, most expensive cars experience trouble once in a while. The South Afric

When most people get a flat battery, they right away seek out another car and reach for the jumper cables. But, many actually don’t know how to correctly use them. Or, perhaps, you’ve never used them before. Here’s an easy guide:  o First read your car manual. Some cars have a certain procedure when it comes to using jumper cables. o If possible, wear gloves and eye protection. Car batteries contain sulfuric acid and other dangerous chemicals. If you’re in the dark, use a flashlight. Many smartphones have one. o Use high-quality jumper cables. Use cables that are at least 2,5 meters long and colour coded. Poor quality cables could cause sparks and fires. o Ready the cars. The cars should be close enough for the cables to reach, but shouldn’t touch - such could create a shock. Turn off each car’s ignition and electronics (radio, air conditioner, etc.). o Hook cables in correct sequence. Open the hoods and locate the positive (+) and negative (-) posts on each ca