Wherever we go, we always find ourselves using different modes of transport – be it work, school or a road trip. Cars are part of our lives, and they help us reach our destination easy and fast. CarZar has stumbled over the few reasons why we love cars. 1. Family Bonding Road Trips Life can…

It’s a good idea to have a well-organised car. What if your vehicle breaks down? Are you equipped with all the necessary tools to assist you? CarZar researched things to store in your car: For Roadside Emergencies Jumper Cables: Your battery may have run flat or simply ceased. It’s always a necessity to keep cables…

With a perfectly running car comes a well maintained one… There are many things to consider when trying to ensure that your second hand car is kept running smoothly. Why? Well, whether you’ve pampered, altered, wrecked, painted or washed your used car, your car still needs some diagnostic work – both mechanical and electrical. Did…

Time changes, seasons change, but your car stays by your side – ALWAYS. The winter season consists of cold, stormy and wet weather; and let’s face it, we become lazy in our efforts to take our second hand car for a valet or service. But, have you considered any easier ways of ensuring that your…

After getting that new car, you’d probably want to refer to it as something other than ‘my car’. When selecting a nickname for your car, it’s important to pick a name that best fits its style and personality. However, figuring out a suitable name isn’t always easy, which is why CarZar is here to help!…

Get ready to feel the crunch – South African motorists have been warned to expect a projected fuel price increase of 63 cents for September. Watching those rands disappear as your tank fills up can make even the biggest petrol-head think, “Maybe I should sell my car?” Whether you drive a Smart Car, SUV or…

Tyre care and maintenance are the most important factors involved in retaining road safety, especially while driving on hazardous roads or treacherous weathers. As a motorist, you probably face many challenges while journeying to your destination; such as peak hour traffic, annoying drivers, dodging hazardous road structures, potholes, frustrating detours due to roadworks, etc. The…

A shuffling, zombie-like figure emerges from a dark corridor and scrabbles around in the shadows. A light flicks on, illuminating the shambolic creature for what it is: it’s you, two days before payday, looting your parents’ fridge for supplies. READ: 3 Ways To Travel SA On A Budget How to Budget 101: Prevent the Pre-Payday…

The change of season is upon us, and what’s the first thing you think of when you hear the word Spring? Suspensions (or Slinkys, but I wasn’t allowed to right a video about Slinkys). What is a suspension system? A suspension system is the series of springs, dampeners and linkages that connects your tyres to…

Ever considered a fuel alternative? We didn’t think so either… As motorists, we have become conditioned into thinking that gasoline-powered engines, such as petrol and diesel, are the only two options we have in terms of selecting a combustion-engine when we buy a car for cash from a second-hand private car sale or from a…