Monday, 10 June 2019
Recovering your excess from a third party isn’t always possible however taking down some critical information, at the time of the incident, can increase your chances. In our over three decades experience, most of these basics haven’t changed. However with the rise in technology, capturing some of this information has become easier. ...
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Thursday, 15 November 2018
Motorbike accidents and fatalities remain a major cause for concern on SA’s roads. According to Hein Jonker, Founder and Chief Instructor of the Motorcycle Safety Institute of South Africa: “Most of the crashes happen in urban areas where there is a huge congestion of risk factors such as other vehicles, pedestrians and road surface issues.”...
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Friday, 27 July 2018
You are insured and you regularly pay your premiums, but what can you do to ensure a smoother experience when it’s time to claim? Often, we find ourselves going back and forth, trying to recover our damaged or stolen assets. Here is some important advice from our Auto & General claims department for a less problematic insurance experience. ...
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Friday, 18 May 2018
Navigating South African roads is dangerous enough; add a caravan or trailer to the mix, and the risks go up even more. Auto & General has you covered with these 10 safety tips that will help make sure you and your family stay safe on the roads no matter what you take with you on holiday. Towing a trailer or caravan is not as simple as just hooking it up to your vehicle and driving....
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Tuesday, 24 January 2017
Ford Kugas equipped with 1.6-litre engines, manufactured between 2012 and 2014, are being recalled for compulsory safety checks after a number of them have caught alight. As a valued client of Auto & General, your safety has always been our number one priority for over 30 years, and it still is. With this in mind, we urge those who own one of the affected vehicles, to take their vehicle to a Ford dealer as soon as possible. You can also contact Ford South Africa on 0860 011 022....
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Thursday, 24 November 2016
With the recent flash floods in Gauteng, many motorists were left in a panic – and with lots of questions. “How will I get home from work?” or “How will my kids get to school?” While these are worrying issues, you have to put your safety first. “On days when the weather is heavy, motorists should listen to local radio traffic reports, monitor social media, and check online websites for advisories and cautions....
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Wednesday, 17 February 2016
The weakening of the rand against major world currencies in 2015 seems to not only have affected our country’s lending ability. South Africa was recently downgraded by the rating agencies Moody’s and Fitch to BBB- and baa3 status. This means the country’s risk has increased and it has become a lot harder for South Africa to attract investors. This will no doubt affect the ability of the currency and will make it harder to create employment in 2016. ...
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Wednesday, 17 February 2016
The weakening of the rand against major world currencies in 2015 seems to not only have affected our country’s lending ability. South Africa was recently downgraded by the rating agencies Moody’s and Fitch to BBB- and baa3 status. This means the country’s risk has increased and it has become a lot harder for South Africa to attract investors. This will no doubt affect the ability of the currency and will make it harder to create employment in 2016. ...
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Wednesday, 20 January 2016
After a house, the next most costly purchase a person usually makes is that of a brand new vehicle. While having a car is an absolute necessity for many people, it is also a costly undertaking which will suck money to keep it maintained. When it comes to deciding how to finance a vehicle it can get pretty exhausting, given the many options available in the market today. Should you include a balloon payment? Should you put down a deposit and when you do, how much should it be?...
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Tuesday, 27 October 2015
It’s no secret that nowadays things are getting more and more expensive, which is the reason why many people would rather buy second hand items which are value for money rather than splurge on brand new goods. It’s no different when it comes to shopping for cars, many people would opt for buying a used car rather than a new one for the obvious advantages it offers such as their lower prices, slower depreciation rate and the fact that it offers a great flexibility in affordability and availability....
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