Parts Shortages Are Causing Major Delays — Here’s How You Can Stay Prepared
Why You Should Consider 60-Day Car Hire Cover:
South Africa is facing a serious shortage of vehicle parts, and it’s creating a ripple effect across the country especially when it comes to vehicle repairs.
What does this mean for you?
If your car is in an accident or needs repairs, you could be without it for much longer than expected. But here’s the catch: most insurance policies only offer 30 days of car hire, and once that’s up, you’re on your own, even if your vehicle is still stuck in the repair shop.
What’s Causing the Delays?
- Global supply shortages: Critical parts are delayed due to international supply chain issues.
- Counterfeit parts flooding the market: Many are unsafe, and workshops won’t use them — causing even more delays.
- Local manufacturing decline: Fewer parts are being made in SA, increasing reliance on slower imports.
- Rising theft: Specific parts are being stolen and sold, driving up scarcity and cost.
The Result?
- Repairs that once took a week or two now stretch beyond a month.
- Workshops are forced to wait for weeks to get the parts they need.
- Customers are left without transport when their 30-day hire period runs out.
How You Can Stay Covered
We strongly recommend extending your car hire cover to 60 days.
This small change could save you the cost, stress, and inconvenience of being left without transport while your car waits for parts.
Let’s Review Your Policy Together
We’re here to help you make sure your cover is practical for today’s realities.
Contact us today to discuss a 60-day car hire option — it’s peace of mind worth having
