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Comprehensive vehicle insurance is compulsory while your car is under finance, but what does "comprehensive" actually mean? In this episode, Ziphorah Masethe aka CoolCarChick and Kumbi Mtshakazi of Kumbi-M on Cars share their stories of what can happen if you don't really know what your policy includes - and excludes. Views expressed in this podcast are that of the participants and does not necessarily reflect the official position of WesBank. The information does not constitute financial advice and is not to be acted on as such. Please consult your bank or an accredited financial advisor before making financial decisions. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook & X

Real stories, red flags, expensive lessons. In this episode, Lufefe Mayekiso of Motorzar TV, Phoebe Nyashanu of Piston Me Off and Kudzai Matanhire of Cars 924 share some bad experiences of buying used cars - and what they learned from their mistakes. Views expressed in this podcast are that of the participants and does not necessarily reflect the official position of WesBank. The information does not constitute financial advice and is not to be acted on as such. Please consult your bank or an accredited financial advisor before making financial decisions. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook & X

In South Africa, what you drive carries social weight. There's so much pressure to be seen in the right car - and the financial consequences of those choices can last for years. In this episode we're talking to Aldayne Ramsamy of Stance Kings SA, Mohau Vuma of Motoring with Mo and Lufefe Mayekiso of Motorzar TV about separating status from strategy to make wiser car-buying decisions. Views expressed in this podcast are that of the participants and does not necessarily reflect the official position of WesBank. The information does not constitute financial advice and is not to be acted on as such. Please consult your bank or an accredited financial advisor before making financial decisions. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook & X

Most car buyers obsess over the monthly instalment - but that's only the beginning.   Join Lebo Gaoaketse, WesBank's Head of Marketing and Communication, as we put four popular compact SUVs side by side and break down the ongoing expenses: fuel, insurance, maintenance and more, so you can see the full picture. The difference between models could surprise you - listen to this episode before choosing your next car!  The information does not constitute financial advice and is not to be acted on as such. Please consult your bank or an accredited financial advisor before making financial decisions. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook & X

When you’re ready to sell your car, will you know how to do it without stressing about the process or how to get a good deal? Lebo Gaoaketse, WesBank's Head of Marketing and Communication, answers your questions answered before you’ve even asked them in this podcast, where we’re tackling some of the common concerns, queries and uncertainties. The information does not constitute financial advice and is not to be acted on as such. Please consult your bank or an accredited financial advisor before making financial decisions. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook & X

You may have seen people talking about ‘Guaranteed Future Value’ or GFV and some of the comments might seem confusing... but in this podcast we clear up the misunderstandings and myths. Lebo Gaoaketse, WesBank's Head of Marketing and Communication, dives into the world of driving a new car more often, how it all works and whether it could be a solution for you.  The information does not constitute financial advice and is not to be acted on as such. Please consult your bank or an accredited financial advisor before making financial decisions. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook & X

It’s an issue that’s coming up quite a lot lately - car finance terms as long as 72, 84 or even 96 months. Choosing a longer finance term helps to reduce your monthly instalments but there’s a trade-off because you pay more interest in total. So it’s important to have a clear understanding of how it all works so you can avoid the pitfalls. Lebo Gaoaketse, WesBank's Head of Marketing and Communication, tackles this topic and answers real questions from consumers.  The information does not constitute financial advice and is not to be acted on as such. Please consult your bank or an accredited financial advisor before making financial decisions. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook & X

One of the choices you can make with your vehicle finance structure is whether to take a balloon payment. With rising car prices and increasing pressure on household budgets, it’s more important than ever to understand the true cost of balloon deals, how they affect total repayment and how to prepare for that final lump sum with clarity and confidence. Lebo Gaoaketse, WesBank's Head of Marketing and Communication, clears up some of the confusion and misunderstandings about balloon payments in this episode of WesBank Talks Finance. The information does not constitute financial advice and is not to be acted on as such. Please consult your bank or an accredited financial advisor before making financial decisions. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook & X

Looking for your next car and wondering if a vehicle auction might be an option? Lee Jackson, Sales Manager at WesBank Auctions, chats to our host, Lebo Gaoaketse, WesBank's Head of Marketing and Communication, about how it all works, including what ‘voetstoots’ means, what fees are involved and how to spot scams related to cars sold on auction. Views expressed in this podcast are that of the participants and does not necessarily reflect the official position of WesBank. The information does not constitute financial advice and is not to be acted on as such. Please consult your bank or an accredited financial advisor before making financial decisions. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook & X

There's a lot you can do in the present to boost your car's resale value in the future. From servicing and repairs to adding accessories to choosing the best time to sell, Ricardo Reddy, Head of Sales at WesBank, breaks it down with our host, Lebo Gaoaketse, WesBank's Head of Marketing and Communication. Views expressed in this podcast are that of the participants and does not necessarily reflect the official position of WesBank. The information does not constitute financial advice and is not to be acted on as such. Please consult your bank or an accredited financial advisor before making financial decisions. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook & X

Buying a car involves a lot of decisions, which means there are a number of places where things can go wrong. Our latest WesBank Talks Finance podcast episode has some useful tips and warnings to help you avoid common pitfalls. Get the lowdown on the do’s, don’ts and potential problems with Keaton Naidoo, National Validations and Refinance Manager at WesBank, and Marcia Mayaba, TransUnion Sales Vice President: Automotive Division, as they chat to our host, Lebo Gaoaketse, WesBank's Head of Marketing and Communication. Views expressed in this podcast are that of the participants and does not necessarily reflect the official position of WesBank. The information does not constitute financial advice and is not to be acted on as such. Please consult your bank or an accredited financial advisor before making financial decisions. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook & X

The state of the economy has a profound effect on people's decisions when it comes to large purchases like a car. Imtiaz Cassim, Head of Growth and Integration at WesBank, and Brandon Cohen, Chairperson of the National Automobile Dealers’ Association (NADA), join our host, Lebo Gaoaketse, WesBank's Head of Marketing and Communication, to dive into the factors and how people are adapting. Views expressed in this podcast are that of the participants and does not necessarily reflect the official position of WesBank. The information does not constitute financial advice and is not to be acted on as such. Please consult your bank or an accredited financial advisor before making financial decisions. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook & X

Whether your big concern is emissions or it's the fuel price that's getting you down, get clued up about new energy vehicles with Kival Singh, Head of Sustainability and ESG at FNB and Greg Cress, Principal Director: Automotive & eMobility at Accenture SA, as they chat to our host, Lebo Gaoaketse, WesBank's Head of Marketing and Communication. Learn about the benefits and challenges of electric vehicles and hybrids, as well as the day-to-day practicalities of driving these cars, in the latest episode of our WesBank Talks Finance podcast. Views expressed in this podcast are that of the participants and does not necessarily reflect the official position of WesBank. The information does not constitute financial advice and is not to be acted on as such. Please consult your bank or an accredited financial advisor before making financial decisions. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook & X

Viaan Jardine, Growth Manager for Niche Markets & Hyper Segments at WesBank, joins our host Lebo Gaoaketse, WesBank's Head of Marketing and Communication, to share some wisdom for graduates buying their first cars. Two WesBank interns, Kamila Baas and Kristan Nam-Hing, also share their experience as recent graduates. Views expressed in this podcast are that of the participants and does not necessarily reflect the official position of WesBank. The information does not constitute financial advice and is not to be acted on as such. Please consult your bank or an accredited financial advisor before making financial decisions. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook & X

Lerato Matebese, Publishing Editor for Top Gear South Africa, and Colin Squair, WesBank Executive Head of Sales, talk to our host, Lebo Gaoaketse, WesBank's Head of Marketing and Communication, about recent trends in customer preferences and developments in the motor industry. Views expressed in this podcast are that of the participants and does not necessarily reflect the official position of WesBank. The information does not constitute financial advice and is not to be acted on as such. Please consult your bank or an accredited financial advisor before making financial decisions. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook & X