The R6,750 mistake every South African car owner should avoid

• The R6,750 mistake every South African car owner should avoid is that they should avoid losing their car keys, even a spare, since they cost thousands of rands to replace.
• Many motorists only discover how sophisticated – and potentially expensive – their car key is when they lose or damage it. A modern key can incorporate a remote locking system, transponder technology and electronic coding that allows the vehicle to recognise the key and authorise it to start.
• A reputable workshop with the correct equipment and expertise is important to use, but also not simply choose the cheapest quote they can find online.