What is a Car?
A car, or an automobile, is a motor vehicle with wheels. Most definitions of cars say that they run primarily on roads, seat one to eight people, have four wheels, and mainly transport people, not cargo.
Cheap Cars To Maintain In South Africa
Toyota Corolla
Honda Civic
Mitsubishi Mirage
Honda Accord
Toyota Yaris
Honda Fit
How often should I do car maintenance?
Most manufacturers recommend that your vehicle is serviced once a year or every 12,000 miles, whichever comes first.
There are lots of variations on this schedule depending on the car so it’s vital that you check the vehicle handbook to find out what its service intervals are.
How much does it cost to maintain a car in South Africa?
| Year (month) | Monthly Net Instalment Due | Monthly Running Cost |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | R3,433.06 | R349.77 |
| 2021 | R3,438.11 | R358.10 |
| 2022 | R3,779.28 | R475.39 |
| 2022 (Oct) | R4,131.26 | R501.63 |
What are the rules for car maintenance in South Africa?
1 – Choosing A Service Provider Is Your Right
Both during and after the warranty period, independent service providers can service and maintain cars. Elliott (CEO of Right to Repair South Africa (R2RSA) advised customers to choose between servicing their vehicles at the dealer they purchased them from or shopping around for the best price and quality.
2 – It Is Permissible To Use Parts That Are Not Original
Because cost is always a concern, the good news is that consumers can now shop around and use non-original spare parts (such as oil filters) while their vehicle is under warranty, while manufacturers cannot void it. “Choosing a generic antibiotic is no different from selecting a brand-name antibiotic – it is the same thing, but less expensive.”
3 – Regardless Of Who You Choose As Your Service Provider, Your Warranty Is Protected
The Commission has now declared that motor manufacturers cannot void warranties for vehicles that are not serviced at dealers. It was previously common practice for manufacturers to do this.
4 – Vehicle Service And Maintenance Plans Should Be Unbundled From The Purchase Price
Currently, vehicle retailers are required to offer separate prices for your car and any value-added products, such as service and maintenance plans, that they may offer when you buy a car.