Citton Cars Blog

With the every changing and increasing petrol and fuel price – saving petrol costs influences us all in our purchase of new and used vehicles.  If it was so simple we would all just automatically save money using the same tactics. So here are our tips for you.  We use these at Citton Cars Gezina …

In today’s increasingly fast paced and hectic life, it is considered almost unthinkable to own or even drive an automobile without a really high quality infotainment system. This is due to the fact that unlike the older generation of stereo systems of yesteryears, the typical car stereo and sound system of today has to wear …

What are the benefits of having a factory warranty? Virtually all car manufacturers offer a factory warranty plan on new vehicles. A factory warranty usually includes a new vehicle limited warranty plan, sometimes referred to as a bumper-to-bumper warranty. A factory warranty pays to repair any flaws and defects in factory-installed parts.     What are …

The term ‘Bakkie’ is as uniquely South African as the Kruger National Park or Table Top Mountain. After all, the very term comes from the Afrikaans term ‘bak’ or container. However, Bakkies come in two different varieties. I.e.4×4 and 4×2 and they both have their own respective pros and cons. However, they are similar in many …

There was a time when the luxury sedan was considered ubiquitous. As a matter of fact, sedans were considered the premier status symbol as well as the most practical vehicles when it came to upscale and socially mobile South African urbanite – ‘were’ being the operative word here. This is because sedans at this point …

We all know the feeling, you buy something, get home, and then…nothing. You feel disappointed. With clothes, you can take it back, with a cell phone – not so much. With a vehicle, it’s tough. The best way to avoid the sinking feeling of disappointment is to visit a dealer with a variety so that …

The automotive experts believe that our children and grandchildren will operate almost the same cars as we do but they are also using different terminologies for cars of 2050, including electric and autonomous. Some factors that are contributing to the cars of future include environment, fuel and energy, population, area, and industrialisation. In emerging economies, …

Why you need Credit protection cover when buying a vehicle on finance, whilst having life insurance. For most South Africans, in this economic climate, credit is a way of life. The challenge comes when the unforeseen happens and you aren’t able to make the repayments to the financial institution. Will your spouse or family be …

It sounds a lot easier said than done when selling your vehicle – perhaps it is a better idea to sell your car through a reputable used car dealership rather than privately. However there are a couple of steps that need to be implemented to ensure the sale goes smoothly. How to ready yourself when …