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Five must-have car accessories for your road trip
The festive season and the open road calling often go hand-in-hand for many South Africans. Whether it’s a trip to the coast for a seaside holiday or a visit to see family across the country, the chances are the roads will be busy. If they’re lucky, they’ll have great company, audiobooks to listen to, and […]
Red or black first? Five easy-to-follow steps to jumpstart a car safely
Have you ever forgotten to switch off the car lights when you park at night, only to find the battery drained overnight with a vehicle that won’t start and you’re running late for work or school? Not the best way to start the day having to Google “how to jumpstart a car”. Jumpstarting a car […]
Standard lead-acid vs AGM: What’s the right battery for a Start/Stop vehicle?
All motorists know how important the battery is for their vehicle, but when it comes to needing a replacement battery, few people know which is the best battery for their cars. “Most motorists only pay attention to the battery when it starts giving trouble,” said Jason Ravenscroft, Franchise Manager at First Battery Centre, a network […]
What you should know before handling a vehicle battery
A flat vehicle battery always happens when motorists least expect it. Whether the battery is at the end of its lifespan, or it drained because the lights or radio were left on too many times, at some point, all motorists will have to replace their vehicle battery. “When a quality car, bike, or truck battery […]