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COVID-19 is a contagious disease caused by the coronavirus SARS-CoV-2. In January 2020, the disease spread worldwide, resulting in the COVID-19 pandemic. The symptoms of COVID‑19 can vary but often include fever,[7] fatigue, cough, breathing difficulties, loss of smell, and…
Auto Car Repair 101: The Driver’s Survival Guide
Introduction “Auto car repair.” It’s a phrase no one wants to type into Google. It usually means you are sitting on the side of the road, staring at a smoking bonnet, or listening to a noise that sounds expensive. In…
Car Mechanic Insights: Minor Service vs. Major Service
Introduction You call your local car mechanic to book a service, and they ask the inevitable question: “Is it for a major or a minor service?” For many South African drivers, the answer is a guess. You might think a…
Auto Mechanic vs. Parts Changer: 5 Critical Things to Look For
Introduction Finding a reliable auto mechanic in South Africa is harder than it should be. We all have that one friend with a horror story: a simple service that turned into a blown engine, or a ‘quick fix’ that took…
Brake Repair Roodepoort: 4 Signs That Could Cost You Thousands
Brake Repair Roodepoort Introduction Your engine makes the car go, but your brakes are the only thing that makes it stop. It sounds obvious, yet brake maintenance is one of the most overlooked aspects of car ownership in South Africa…
Car Mechanic: 5 Ways to Know a Great One in Roodepoort
We’ve all heard the horror stories. You take your car in for a simple oil change, and suddenly you’re hit with a bill for R5,000 for “urgent repairs” you didn’t know you needed. Finding a car mechanic is easy. Finding…
DIY vs. Pro Auto Car Repair: When to Call the Experts
With thousands of auto car repair “How-To” videos on YouTube, it is tempting to pop the hood and try to fix your car yourself. We get it—everyone wants to save money. But while changing a wiper blade is a great…
Car Alternator Repair: 5 Signs Your Battery Isn’t the Issue
Car Alternator Repair Introduction Nothing is worse than turning your key (or pushing the start button) and hearing… silence. Most South African drivers immediately blame the battery, but often, the real culprit is hiding in plain sight: the alternator. If…
The Most Common VW Polo & Golf Issues (And How We Fix Them)
If you live in South Africa, you probably know someone who drives a VW Polo or a Golf. They are the heartbeat of our roads—reliable, fuel-efficient, and zippy. But every hero has a weakness. At V&A Autoworks, we service hundreds…