Tips on what to look for when buying a used car
Buying a used car can be a tricky endeavour whether it's your first or tenth time. Wesbank has some tips to help you get it done right.
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Beware of scamsters on the vehicle auction floor
There’s often a good deal to be found on the vehicle auction floor, but – there’s always the ‘but’! - you do have to know what you are doing.
New vehicle market seemingly healthy
Wesbank delivers the latest data on the motor industry and the finances surrounding it.
Subaru SA introduces new GFV finance product and ups the ante on maintenance plan
Subaru Southern Africa introduces two new offers for customers to further entrench the notion of Confidence in Motion.
WesBank offers advice on how to negotiate the best deal on vehicle finance to secure the best price for your car
In the ever-evolving world of cars and car finance, where prices can change in a heartbeat and financing options seem endless
What to do if your car is written off, but not paid off
Wesbank offer professional industry advice on the how's and the what's of the process of writing off your vehicle.
Buy a car that’s easy on the pocket and suits your style
Buying a car is probably the single biggest purchase you will make as a recent graduate or young professional entering the workplace.
Increased budget pressure from increased rates
South African interest rates will increase for the third time this year, placing indebted consumers under more pressure.
Practical advice for graduates and young professionals when buying a car
For young professionals who need a car, the process of selecting, financing and buying a car can be both overwhelming and intimidating.
To refinance, or not to refinance your vehicle
Is it better to refinance their current vehicle, or not? It is important to understand what the term means.
Interest rate hike puts further pressure on consumers paying off financed vehicles
The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has today (30 March) announced a further hike in the repo rate of 50 basis points.
The truth about vehicle finance balloon payments
When it comes to vehicle finance, balloon payment deals are possibly the most commonly misunderstood of all installment-type payment options.
Starting the new year on a budget positive note
2022 is over, the festive season has come to and end and now we are faced with very real financial realities to consider
Toyota finishes third quarter sales on a high
Toyoto South African Motors sales are improving post flood. TSAM is also proud to be category leader in two segments.
naamsa WesBank: SA Vehicle Sales Figures for September 2022
Demand for new vehicles continues to remain robust as measured by WesBank’s applications volume.
As rich countries cement relationships Africa risks losing out on trade.
Advanced countries are creating friend-shoring alliances which are, in turn, reshaping our global economy.
You can manage interest rate hikes with 5 steps
The repo rate will increase from 5.5% to 6.25% following SA Reserve Bank's 75 basis points increase in the lending rate.
Weak spots adds to risk to farm exports, one of South Africa’s economic lifelines
Reliance on a few markets and inefficiencies in the domestic logistics chains raises the topic of potential expansion of production.
Low productivity stalls South Africa ‘s competitiveness, Productivity SA
The Productivity SA Annual General Meeting was held today, Friday, 16 September 2022 in Midrand under the chairmanship of Prof. Mthunzi Mdwaba.
Ever wondered how much it costs to open a burger franchise in SA?
Even though chicken remains the best-seller in the South African fast-food industry, burger franchises are catching up fast.
Here’s how to develop your employment skills during the COVID era
Entering the job force during the Covid era? This is the perfect time to work on your skills and rethink where and how you want to work in the future.