Toyota is the world’s 5th largest company by revenue… and that’s about to increase for the Japanese automotive manufacturer. In aim to join global automotive manufacturers and countries in reducing CO2 emissions, Toyota plans to electrify their entire vehicle lineup by 2025. Yes – all vehicle models, that is! Competing with rivals such as Tesla,…

One of South Africa’s top-selling bakkies, the Ford Ranger, has undergone a model refresh and the automotive market is expected to pick up its driving pace in terms of sales. For long, there has been a large gap between the Hilux and Ranger for the title of the South African best-seller. Who will win the…

Autonomous cars are not only slowly changing the way we get around, but also how we drive. Many automakers are announcing their plans to deploy self-driving, autonomous vehicles (AV), but General Motors has a different concept in mind… GM will be revealing a self-driving concept car that has no steering wheel or pedals. What does…

With annual advancements in new-gen cars and high-tech vehicle components, and thereof so many options available, it’s difficult to filter the just the right trendline that will suit your needs or desires – especially considering that the more features you have, the more expensive your new car budget becomes. Rather than placing your desires at…

In the near future, we’ll be saying goodbye to delivery services and welcoming a robotic ‘go-getter’. Nuro, a secretive startup in Silicon Valley, has publicised its new autonomous grocery-getter delivery van. The new robot delivery pod looks like a shiny toaster on wheels with package-carrying facilities, and zero doors or windows to accommodate passengers. Co-founder,…

It is your responsibility to ensure that you sell your car correctly, in order to avoid any legal claims actioned against you. This is includes ensuring that you describe and represent your car accurately and fairly, to the potential car buyer. However, although car buyers perceive the idea that they have more rights when it…

When taking into mind, ‘roadworthiness’, one often thinks of South Africa’s public road transportation systems, because the fact is that taxi’s have caused much traffic road rage for car drivers. But, ‘roadworthiness’ is applicable to and is a legal requirement for ALL motor vehicle owners. Roadworthy certificates are legally required when you sell your car…

Watching your vehicle get taken by strangers can be a heart-breaking experience. It is almost as though you are losing part of yourself. A part of you that used to take you anywhere and everywhere you wanted. However, you need to take responsibility for the reason that led to the consequence of the repossession. Repossession,…

Trading-in a car involves more processes than selling your car for cash. Research should therefore be #1 on your to do list, before trading in your car. In fact, doing research first will also help you get to know your rights and responsibilities when trading in your car. Hence, allowing for a smooth car trade-in…

After our homes, buying a car is probably the second most expensive item on your budget list. The sad part about this is that many car buyers have become victim to car sale scams, frauds and being ripped off from buying a second hand car. This is why CarZar is helping car buyers get to…