The ODC Blog
Straight talk about cars.
Honest insight, market intelligence, and buying advice — from people who've spent twelve years inside this industry.
Buying · 8 min read
How to buy a used car in South Africa without getting burned
Twelve years inside dealerships taught us where buyers consistently lose money. Here is the short list of what to check, what to ignore, and what to walk away from.
04 May 2026Read
Selling · 7 min read
Selling your car privately vs trading in: the honest maths
Trading in is convenient. Selling privately is more lucrative. Here is exactly how much that convenience costs you in 2026.
01 May 2026Read
Finance · 9 min read
Vehicle finance in 2026: what the fine print actually means
Balloon payments, residuals, linked rates, and balloon refinancing. We translate the dealer F&I jargon into plain English so you know what you are signing.
28 Apr 2026Read
ODC News · 8 min read
Why the South African motor industry is overdue for change
A founder note from Robbie Jacobs on why we built OneDayCar and what we are trying to fix.
24 Apr 2026Read