Sasha Wyatt-Minter
When her daughter was born five years ago, she left the corporate world to work from home as a freelance editor. She has been working on the development and contributions to cars4women.co.za for the last couple of months and was very excited to see the official launch of the site on 31 May 2007. She comes from a family of car enthusiasts - her husband Rob is a passionate BMW fan and her five-year old daughter already appreciates the benefits of power steering and loves cars with cup holders and sunroofs!
Articles by Sasha Wyatt-Minter
Buying a car with your head instead of your heart
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If you are buying within a specific budget, it pays to shop with your head rather than your heart, especially when buying a used car, where warranty and service plans no longer are effective and the price of replacement car parts could leave you broke.
Considerations when buying a new car
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You know where you’re going and you want a car to take you there. You need a car that not only gets you from A to B, but does it in style. Buying a new car should be an exciting shopping experience; here’s how to get the most fun out of buying that car.
Financing your new car - your options
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Financing your new car – the options available to you
You’ve reached that stage in your life where you can finally afford to drive the car of your dreams. You’ve done your homework, driven the car, and know how much the dealer wants for it. Now you just have to decide how you’re going to pay for it…
Dare to go diesel
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Rapidly escalating petrol prices and the great fuel consumption offered by diesel vehicles are great reasons to consider going for a diesel option when you buy a new car
Tips to save you money on car insurance
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You’ve ordered your brand new car, and now you have to insure it against accidents and theft. Here are some useful tips to help you save some cash and ensure you are offered lower premiums.
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Keeping road rage at bay
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Aggressive driving is on the increase among both sexes. It’s a jungle out there and we have to negotiate our way through it, usually in the shortest possible time. Top 10 fuel saving tips
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South Africa's rapidly rising fuel prices are making you pay increasingly more to fill your tank. Here are some useful Cars4Women.co.za fuel saving tips.Child seat belt safety - you can save precious lives
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Forcing your child to wear a seat belt or making sure they are buckled up in the correct child safety seat is one of the most important ways to show your child that their life is precious and that you love them.
Choosing the right car seat for your child
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Our children are our most precious possessions and car seat safety comes first when transporting them in the car. That is why making sure that they are safely secured in the best car seat for their size is one of a parent’s most important duties.
Driving with your lights on in daytime - a road safey must
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Motorists who drive with their headlamps on the dipped beam during the day, are helping to save lives and make South African roads a safer place for all.
Tyre safety - looking after your tyres can save your life
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Faulty and worn tyres are a major cause of road accidents, killing thousands on our highways every year. Making sure your tyres have sufficient tread and are correctly fitted is an important part of responsible driving and safety on the road.
Your car battery - what you need to know
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Your car won’t start and it could be a faulty battery. Here are some simple tips for checking and maintaining car batteries, as well as the different replacement options available.
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Safe travel tips for that holiday road trip
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Whether it's a trip to the mountains, the bush or a visit to the relatives, if you’re going by car, make sure that your vehicle is in good shape and you’ll be doing your bit for road safety.
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Sisters are doing it for themselves
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South Africa’s very own all-female rally team is the only women team competing in motor rallies in Africa and they’re taking the circuit by storm. cars4women.co.za interviews “The Rally Chicks”
How to avoid car buyer's remorse
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Purchasing a car is a big investment: it has to live up to your expectations. Buyer’s remorse is common; here are ten buying mistakes to avoid when choosing your next car:
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