Motorists across South Africa are being urged to prioritise regular vehicle maintenance, as neglecting this essential duty could lead to insurance claim rejections following an accident, Cape town Etc reports.
Recent guidance from industry experts stresses that failure to maintain one's car not only endangers personal safety but also jeopardises financial security in times of need.
Dewald Ranft, Chairman of the Motor Industry Workshop Association MIWA, highlights that all general insurance policies come with exclusions regarding wear and tear and mechanical breakdowns.