General Safety Tips:

• Keep matches out of the reach of children.
• Do not overload electrical sockets or run electrical cords under carpets.
• Install smoke detectors and fire extinguishers in your home – don’t forget to check them at least annually.
• Take care with portable heat generating appliances such as irons, kettles and heaters.
• Develop and practice an escape plan - plan two ways out of every bedroom.
• Never use flammable liquids for starting braai fires or to remove stains from clothing.

What to do if a fire occurs:

• Display your local Fire Department telephone number near the phone then learn it.
• Crawl low in smoke.Never open a door that is hot to the touch.
• Wake everybody in the house.If your clothing catches fire - STOP, DROP, ROLL.
• Have a safe place to meet out of the house.
• Never re-enter the house for pets or personal belongings.
• Tackle the fire if it is safe to do so. 

The Securadoor Fire Blanket

The Securadoor Fire Blanket is an essential must-have safety device for every home and business. Made from 100% glass fibre, it is used to smother incipient (starting) fires, depriving it of oxygen and ultimately stopping it in its tracks. 

The Fire Blanket is folded into a quick release fire retardant mechanism, making it easy for use for beginners.  It can be installed for ease of access in accident prone areas in your home such as the kitchen and is also an essential in every business such as workshops and garages etc. as well as for your car. 

The Securadoor Fire Blanket is available in the following sizes:

• 1m x 1m
• 2m x 1.2m
• 5m x 1.5m
• 2m x 2m 

Order yours today from Makro Online and stop fires before they start!

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According to the National Association of Automobile Manufacturers of South Africa (NAAMSA), new vehicle sales have seen a year-on-year decline for fourteen months until January 2017 when an increase of 3.7% was recorded. “The rising interest in vehicle purchasing is apparent on our new Car Listings platform, where we have seen an increase of 492% from October 2016 to the end of January 2017,” says Derek Wilson, head of SA’s leading online insurance and financial services website, Hippo.co.za.  

This is not surprising considering that 94% of consumers research cars online before they make any purchases, making online platforms the new dealership window. Here are some tips on what to look out for when looking for cars online.  

Avoid private sales. The first alarm bell that should go off is that you are not protected under the Consumer Protection Act for private sales3. This means that you may have to make provision for legal back up when it comes to binding agreements and contracts between the parties. There are also other responsibilities that you might need to take on and finance in the event of a private sale such as getting an independent mechanical report to ensure the vehicle’s condition is as indicated, and going through the process of registering the vehicle in your name.  

Research online reviews. Before selecting the best vehicle for your needs, ensure that you have at least three top choices in terms of make and model. Visit motoring news sites to compare reviews and recommendations on your top vehicle choices to ensure you select the best option. This reduces the risk of you running into any future issues such as unaffordable service costs, technical malfunctions and factory faults.  

Request a mechanical report before arranging a viewing. If you have come across a good deal online, ask the dealership to email the vehicle’s mechanical report and service records to you so you are aware of the exact condition of the vehicle upfront, instead of wasting time and hassle in arranging a viewing for a vehicle that is not in a satisfactory condition.  

Compare multiple deals from a range of providers. Compare from a range of different providers as this will allow you to negotiate a better cost with the dealership of choice. When going online, ensure that you get the most value out of each session by choosing a site that is credible, secure and provides you with comparing not only cars, but also other things you may need such as Vehicle Finance, Car Insurance, Vehicle Tracking, and Motor Warranty or Service Plans.  

“Our unique responsive internet technology enables us to act as a matchmaker between a car buyer and car dealer, saving both parties time and money. You can also compare all the above-mentioned products whilst visiting Hippo.co.za,” concludes Wilson.

 

Notes:

Established in 2007, Hippo.co.za is South Africa’s leading comparison website that helps consumers save money by comparing a range of South African providers across financial products such as Car Insurance, Household Insurance, Life Insurance, Medical Aid and more. Hippo.co.za is free to use and saves consumers the time and hassle of shopping around for the best deal since the Hippo.co.za website instantly retrieves real-time quotes from the different providers using the latest Internet technology. You could save hundreds of Rands per month* on your Car Insurance alone by using Hippo.co.za to compare before you buy or switch to a new provider.   Hippo.co.za makes money by simply charging its partners a fee when a customer chooses to find out more about their products. The results consumers see, and the order in which they are presented, are in no way influenced by the fee Hippo.co.za charges its partners or any other factors other than the price of the product being compared.   

For more information, visit us on www.hippo.co.za, connect with Hippo.co.za on LinkedIn, http://www.linkedin.com/company/hippo-comparative-services-pty-ltd/, like us on Facebook, www.facebook.com/HippoSA, and follow us on Twitter, @Hippo_co_za and YouTube, http://www.youtube.com/user/hippocompare. Hippo Comparative Services (Pty) Ltd is an authorised financial services provider (FSP number: 16357). Terms and Conditions apply. *Based on 2016 independent market research conducted by Kaufman Levin Associates.

(Cape Town,01/11/2016) – After a successful launch in Gauteng only a few months ago, HiCarByeCar is ready to expand its platform to include Dealer-to-Dealer trading.

HiCarByeCar was launched in June as a platform allowing private car sellers to easily get multiple offers for their car from different dealerships. In the process, the seller can compare prices and secure the best offer.

“A key differentiator between us and some other players trying to innovate in the market is that our platform is completely transparent. We offer sellers information and contact details of every dealer making an offer on their vehicle. This allows sellers to make informed decisions rather than needing to trust in what a sales person or dealer is advising,” says Michael Zahariev, CEO of HiCarByeCar.

Since its launch earlier this year over R169 000 000 worth of offers have been made through the platform with hundreds of cars being sold and currently having 23 weekly-active dealers. Popular vehicles manage to receive as many as 7 offers within 48 hours of listing. “Our strength as a car sales platform lies in our ability to serve both the dealers and private sellers simultaneously by making sure both parties get the best deal. This has allowed us to add many new dealers who are now ready to jump right into our Dealer-to-Dealer platform,” adds Zahariev.

More on Dealer-to-Dealer
Until now HiCarByeCar has catered specifically for Private-to-Dealer sales, however there has been a resounding call from dealers to extend the system to allow them to move stock between one another. The mechanics work much the same as the Private-to-Dealer sale except that when working directly with dealers HiCarByeCar ensures the sale going through to the highest offer. One of the main benefits is that offers are only made by verified dealers, ensuring that dealers are only offering against other informed buyers. This also gives the car seller the confidence that the offer being made is likely to complete.

“We always suspected that Dealer-to-Dealer would be a possible extension to our platform but never knew dealers would take to our platform so quickly and positively. Their constant use and feedback on our platform is what has allowed us to expand so fast,” notes Zahariev But there is a greater purpose for Dealer-to-Dealer which will translate into higher prices and more efficiency in the Private-to-Dealer market, which is the primary goal of HiCarByeCar.  

What makes HiCarByeCar different
Although HiCarByeCar is a platform for car sales, its focus is primarily in technology. Unlike other players in the industry who are technology assisted dealers, HiCarByeCar invests in having the most innovative and user friendly solutions for buyers and sellers of vehicles.

“True innovation comes from outside players entering a market, not inside players trying to simply improve their systems. In doing so, we believe that HiCarByeCar can completely disrupt the car sales market in a similar way that Uber and other tech products have disrupted industries. It all starts with adding value through technology for both sides of the transaction,” concludes Zahariev.

About HiCarByeCar HiCarByeCar is a revolutionary new online platform which caters for car sellers by allowing a network of dealers to make offers and delivering a summary of these within 48 hours. www.hicarbyecar.com Contact HiCarByeCar Michael Zahariev – This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Phone: 087 470 0394

We are living in times whereby buying as opposed to leasing or renting is seen as a form of investment, the level of achievement, self-worth and so forth. When you are ready to acquire a certain asset, you automatically think along the lines of purchasing it via financing or cash. For some people, it might make better financial sense to lease or rent out assets more especially, if you take the weakening Rand and inflation rates into consideration. Do you fall under this category? Do you believe in the comfort of buying and ultimately owning your assets? If you have not given this much thought. Let’s explore which option/s would best suit your pocket, needs and lifestyle say you had to get a car today.

What personal vehicle financing options do we have at present in the country? What are their benefits and disadvantages? Let’s discuss...

1. Installment Sale

When you are able to purchase a vehicle and pay for it over an agreed period. At the end of the credit agreement and final installment, ownership is automatically passed to you and you can also choose to trade in the vehicle.

BENEFIT - If you own a car you do not have economic penalties or mileage restrictions like when you lease or rent a vehicle.

DOWNSIDE - Service or motor plans and insurance costs are your sole responsibility even before you become the official owner.  

2. Lease

When you are able to have uninterrupted use of a vehicle without owning it. However, you have the choice of owning the vehicle by settling/refinancing the guaranteed future value or returning it to the financial institution at the end of the agreement period.   

BENEFIT - You can drive a brand new car every 2 to 4 years and enjoy new model advancements like more safety, petrol efficiency and vehicle performance as a whole.    

DOWNSIDE - You will be obligated to pay balloon payments at the end of the agreement period. You have an annual mileage limit and if you exceed it the charge per kilometre will vary according to the vehicle purchased.  

3. Rental

When you able to have uninterrupted use of a vehicle without the option of ever owning it. You basically pay for the use of the vehicle.  

BENEFIT - You have more repayment options such as annual or quarterly repayment plans. You can also negotiate a residual value to reduce monthly payments.  

DOWNSIDE - You need to return the vehicle in good condition and within the agreed mileage restrictions and parameters. You will be liable to pay for restoration costs except for fair wear and tear.

If you have a bad credit rating or are blacklisted you can “rent to own” a car for a predefined period of time while driving around in it and paying a monthly rental fee. If you want to terminate your agreement, you need to simply return the vehicle to get your deposit back. If we are still undecided about getting a car why not look into investing your hard earned cash instead?

 

The launch was attended by various members of the industry, friends, clients and the Overseas TT Revival Factory Suzuki Squad of Mick Grant, Tepi Lansivouri as well as factory technician Paul Bolton & multiple British Super Bike Champion, Isle of Man winner, Ian Simpson.

Hamptons have an impressive range of old SA favourite classics from Lawson Replica’s, Honda RC’s, Katana’s, Red Hunters and even quite a number of modern bikes as well. They offer the classic motorcycle market a place where they can display and sell their motorcycles in a safe and knowledgeable environment and a destination where enthusiasts can meet and catch up.

Hamptons are also the only dealership in the country from which insurance companies will accept their insurance valuation certificates from an insurance coverage perspective.

For more information call Gavin or Ian on 011 463 2160, or visit the showroom at 5 Main Rd, Bryanston, Johannesburg.

The annual Eastgate Motor Show takes place again this year from the 24th of July to the 3rd of August. An exciting addition to this year’s event is the in-centre competition where one lucky winner stands a chance to win an all-expenses paid trip for two to the 2014 Etihad Airways, Abu Dhabi Formula 1 Grand Prix, sponsored by Flight Centre Eastgate and Etihad Airways. Shoppers need to spend R300 or more at any Eastgate store during the time period of the event.

The Eastgate Motor Show is one of the centre’s signature events and showcases a variety of the latest in lavish and luxury motor cars. The Drifting Demonstration is a must see at this year’s Show, which will take place on Sunday, the 3rd of August between 12:00 and 16:00, in the Mega Mica parking area near entrances 5 and 6.

The Eastgate Motor Show will feature an exciting display of sport and exotic cars in the centre including the new Aston Martin Vanquish, the Mercedes SLS AMG and much more. Whether you’re a motoring enthusiast, in the market for a new set of wheels or simply want to feast your eyes on the latest car brands, the Eastgate Motor Show is a calendar event not to be missed.

For more information contact Eastgate Centre Management on 011 479 6000. Terms and Conditions apply. Visit Eastgate shops (Facebook Fan Page) or follow Eastgate on Twitter @Eastgateshops for upcoming competitions, promotions and events.

About 2014 Etihad Airways, Abu Dhabi Formula 1 Grand Prix One of the unparalleled social and sporting experiences and one of the Middle East’s largest sporting events, the 2014 Etihad Airways, Abu Dhabi Formula 1 Grand Prix enters its 6th year this year and takes place from 21 to 23 November 2014.  Hosted at the Yas Marina Circuit since 2009, it’s one of the most anticipated racing events of the year.

About Eastgate Shopping Centre Eastgate Shopping Centre is the shopping and lifestyle hub of the Johannesburg eastern suburbs. The shopping centre is owned by Liberty Group Limited and is managed by Liberty Properties, one of South Africa’s top commercial real estate businesses. Eastgate Shopping Centre is known for having something for everyone and recently received a contemporary facelift and extension that saw the addition of an outdoor dining piazza. Eastgate is one of Liberty’s prime assets and boasts a tenant complement of over 270 shops.

Additional information can be found at www.libertyproperties.co.za or www.eastgateshops.com 

{pp}“While the South African car rental industry will continue to grow in 2008, growth levels are expected to be at a slightly lower rate than over the past two years”, says Avis Southern Africa MD, Wayne Duvenage.

Duvenage says Avis has grown its share of the car hire market over the past 6 months and expects to retain this share and continue to grow at the mid teens through 2008. “With major expansion plans underway and a brand new “state of the art” call centre in place, Avis is positioning itself for a busy future and the further strengthening of its brand promise “We try harder”,” he says.

 

{pp}A new website has been launched for Marlboro, the Township of the Gauteng Province in South Africa.

The new website, www.gautengmarlboro.org provides expanded information and photographs of Marlboro Township.

{pp}Following a successful 2007, South African Tourism (SAT) has committed more than R160 million to a global advertising campaign and more than R18 million to further grow domestic tourism in 2008.

{pp}As rolling blackouts affect South Africa nationally, solar-powered traffic lights are hoped to alleviate some of the chaos.