Essential Winter Car Maintenance Tips to Avoid Breakdowns
Stay safe this winter with expert South African car maintenance tips. Learn crucial battery and service checks to avoid breakdowns and save money with Fixxr.
Bayabulela Jolobe | 16 December 2025 | Seasonal Car Care, Vehicle Ownership and Advice

If you’re a South African vehicle owner, you know that the rainy season can quickly turn roads slippery and unpredictable. Proper car maintenance during this time is essential for your safety and your vehicle’s reliability. This guide covers everything you need to prepare for wet months ahead.
South Africa’s rainy months increase accident risks due to hydroplaning, reduced visibility, and water damage to vital components . Being proactive keeps you safe and minimizes costly repairs.
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As the Head of Consumer and Operations, Bayabulela is responsible for continuously serving our customers, increasing our supply base, and driving the next phase of our business growth.
What that means is highlighting the Fixxr opportunity for as many potential mechanic partners as possible. The role also includes broadening and deepening our platform in existing markets, scaling into new markets and continuing to set the bar for safety and compliance in our industry.
He typically starts his days by diving into customer data and mechanic partner feedback. He also has to consistently evaluate Fixxr’s business strategy and drive governance and accountability in concert with our cross-functional partners.
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