Have you ever driven past a car with a smashed bumper or missing door and wondered where these unlucky cars end up? They don’t all end up on a scrap heap! A salvage car dealer or damaged car buyer is an important part of the ecosystem that helps drivers of written-off cars recoup some of...
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Driving Habits That Damage Your Car
We all know the frustration of a surprise car repair bill. But sometimes, our driving habits can be the culprit behind those unexpected costs. Certain manoeuvres, while seemingly harmless in the moment, can lead to premature wear and tear on your vehicle. Here are a few sneaky habits that might be damaging your car: Clutch...
Where can I sell my flood-damaged car?
Serious downpours, torrential rain and flooding can wreak havoc on homes, roads, parks and businesses. And while you can stay indoors and put a bucket under a leaking household roof to avoid serious consequences, being caught in a car during a flash flood is sometimes unavoidable. Cars are designed to handle a bit of rain,...
Got a damaged car? Top 4 reasons for car accidents in SA
Car accidents are an alarmingly common occurrence in South Africa, particularly during holiday seasons. According to Arrive Alive, 1 685 people died on the country’s roads between 1 December 2021 and 11 January 2022. These numbers do not take into account the far higher number of car crashes and injuries over the same period. Almost...
Top reasons to sell your damaged car
Your once-treasured set of wheels has become a serious liability. Your car is wrecked and there are only a few courses of action for you going forward. With no car insurance, no feasible private alternatives for selling your car and the option of auctioning it at a salvage yard (which may not be a lucrative...