How to Avoid Smash & Grabs This Holiday
Posted by Group1 Cars on 20 Dec 2019 under Blog, Group 1 Cars

A Few Tips On Avoiding Smash & Grabs During The Holidays
T’is the season to be jolly and happy holidaymakers are crowding onto South African roads to make their way to their vacation destinations. However, as the roads get busier, so to do the frequency of opportunistic crimes increase. Smash-and-grab incidents occur throughout the year, but it’s even more prevalent around the festive season. Fortunately, there are ways to safeguard your car and belongings.
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The EV Revolution: Is RSA Ready To Adapt?
Posted by Group1 Cars on 17 Dec 2019 under Blog, General, Group 1 Cars

Will Electric Vehicles Become The New Norm In SA?
Sustainability is a topic that is on everyone’s lips of late, and with good reason – our planet’s natural resources are under severe pressure and something needs to change if we wish to call Earth our home for much longer. This is why the EV (electric vehicle) revolution is such a big part of the planning for automakers around the globe.
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Need Help Fixing A Tyre Puncture?
Posted by Group1 Cars on 27 Oct 2019 under Blog, General, Group 1 Cars

Tips TO Fix A Flat Tyre
Everyone knows that ‘prevention is better than cure’ but sometimes things are simply out of our control. In the motoring world, a tyre puncture is always a possible outcome whether you drive on urban roads or going off-road. Even if you are the most careful driver, you can’t always avoid getting a tyre puncture.
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Getting To Grips With Traction Control
Posted by Group1 Cars on 20 Sep 2019 under Blog

The Importance of Traction and Driving
Regardless of the car you drive, traction is important as without friction between your car tyres and the road surface, you won’t be able to go anywhere. According to Continental, “Overall, traction control is meant to maximize your forward or reverse tractive capabilities.”
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5 Facts About Filling Stations That Are Actually Myths
Posted by Group1 Cars on 20 Aug 2019 under Blog, General, Group 1 Cars

Filling Station Facts or Myths?
Have you ever waited until morning to fill up because you believe you get more fuel earlier in the day than later? Or perhaps you had a flaming row with your significant other because they whipped out their cell to make a call while you were at the service station? Today we take a look at five facts about filling stations that are actually myths. Read on to find out more.
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Car Review: Second-hand 2003 Nissan X-Trail
Posted by Group1 Cars on 24 Jun 2019 under Blog, Car Model History, Car Reviews, X-Trail

Used Nissan X-Trail
The year was 2001 when the Nissan X-Trail was launched facing off against the Honda CR-V and the Toyota RAV4. At that stage, both were in their second generation which meant the Nissan X- Trail had stiff competition with these already successful SUV crossovers.
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The Truth Behind Turbos And Engine Technology
Posted by Group1 Cars on 16 May 2019 under Blog, General

Turbo Engine
Unlike the old days where turbos were reserved for racers and muscle cars spewing fire and deafening noise, today’s engine technology has changed considerably. All types of cars across various segments, regardless of shape, size, brand or price points have implemented turbos in some shape or form.
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How To Stay Safe On The Road During Load Shedding
Posted by Group1 Cars on 23 Apr 2019 under Blog, General, Group 1 Cars

Arrive Alive During Loadshedding
Load shedding has been a talking point for quite some time and unfortunately, it is not going away any time soon. For South Africans, driving during load shedding can be a real challenge considering power outages affect traffic lights and street lamps. Not to mention the presence of emergency vehicles, service delivery workers and the difficulty to spot pedestrians and cyclists in the dark.
If you are on the road during a power outage, it’s imperative to follow the rules of the road. As always, Arrive Alive adds some valuable input with their set of guidelines to ensure you and other road users remain safe on the road.
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