August 19, 2020 - Heels & Horsepower Magazine

WHY IT IS IMPORTANT TO GET YOUR EYES TESTED

vuyi on August 19, 2020

Getting an eye test is vitally important for the health and safety of all motorists. Done timeously, eye tests help identify eye problems or prevent the further deterioration of any existing problems.

There are two types of eye tests – a vision screening and an eye exam.

AN EYE SCREENING:

Is a short test compared to a full eye exam.
It can be conducted by a nurse, optician or general medical practitioner and not necessarily an optometrist.
indicates if you have a problem with your vision but not necessarily what the problem is.
is conducted using a simple series of assessments such as testing;
- your eyes for sensitivity / reaction to light
- eye muscle coordination
- for colour blindness
- your vision using the “Big E” or “Snellen” chart

An eye screening does NOT

replace a thorough eye exam
test for eye diseases
identify causes of any problems with yourvision

It does however,

Identifythe existence of problems with your vision
Indicate if there is a need for you to get a comprehensive eye exam

It is important to divulge any and all problems related to your eye health during the screening. Information such as family history, injuries and vision impairments go a long way towards assisting the professional during the screening.

An EYE EXAMINATION is a thorough assessment which involves examining all aspects of your vision and eye health. It takes much longer and is more comprehensive than an eye screening.

Eye examinations vary, however, commonly cover the following:

Cover test: to assess if your eyes work well together
Eye movement / ocular motility: to verify how well your eyes track a moving object
Vision acuity: evaluates how sharp your vision is
Glaucoma: tests the pressure in your eyes
Colour blindness: checks your colour vision
Slit Lamp exam: determines the structure of your eye under high magnification

The results of an eye exam results in an individualized treatment plan. This may include prescription glasses, eye drops, eye exercises or surgery in the case of serious problems.

Having your eye tests regularly could keep you, your family and other motorists safe on the road. In keeping with COVID-19 regulations it is important to book an appointment with your optometrist before-hand to ensure you can be safely attended to.

Women determined to be the change the Automotive Industry needs: Part 1 – Chantel Steyn

vuyi on August 19, 2020

Five women in the automotive industry, all accredited members of the Motor Industry Workshop Association (MIWA), a proud Association of the Retail Motor Industry Organisation (RMI), talk to us about what they love and don’t love about the industry, and how they see the industry evolving.
– article courtesy of retail motoring industry organization (RMI)

CHANTEL STEYN had to leave her job in the government sector to join her husband at his Car Service City branch in Pretoria in 2018, after the business expanded rapidly within two months of opening. She bought her own Car Service City branch, also in Pretoria, a year later.

I’ve often been told ‘what do you know about vehicles?
– Chantel Steyn

The branch was awarded Best New Branch and Best Branch Overall in the franchise in 2019.

She was fortunate to experience full support from male colleagues and suppliers, but there is no doubt women are not seen as equals in the industry.

“I’ve often been told ‘what do you know about vehicles?’ when people find out what I do for a living. I tell them you don’t have to know everything about vehicles to manage a business well. Men tend not to take your opinions seriously until they get to know you and can see what you are contributing to the business.

“There is no glitz and glam, so you need to be a strong character. You have to remember customers are your bread and butter, so you must be competitive; always one step ahead of the rest when it comes to customer service and quality workmanship.”

Determined to set an example for women by being the best in her field, Chantel also wants to empower women to excel in the industry. She adds that she will always champion excellent customer service and quality workmanship.

“You are the creator of your own destiny, so never give up on your dreams,” she says.

Nissan South Africa partners with WesBank for vehicle finance

vuyi on August 19, 2020

…we are excited for this collaboration to respond to our customer’s needs using digital innovative solutions.
– Nancy Moodley, Nissan South Africa’s Head of Customer Experience and Digital.

Johannesburg, South Africa (18 August, 2020) – Nissan South Africa has become the first vehicle manufacturer to launch a new intuitive digital application technology to assist customers when applying for vehicle finance online.

The Nissan pre-finance tool is powered by WesBank and allows customers to check their affordability by completing a pre-approval form before applying for finance. This tool is integrated into the bank’s engine.

Nissan is the first vehicle manufacturer in South Africa to offer pre-financial approval within their website which is linked to the credit bureau. The intelligence or algorithms built into the tool provides immediate confirmation of approval or declined status while allowing the customer the flexibility to structure their deal using balloon payments or deposits.

The process is seamless, convenient and quick. Removing the hassle of the full vehicle application process which is usually tedious and time consuming. Once the customer receives an approval, a reference number is issue with the full downloadable pdf. deal structure for the customer to utilize at their dealer once they are ready to purchase. Nissan continues to explore innovate solutions to ensure that the vehicle purchase process is seamless and simplified for their customers.

“As the first OEM to partner with WesBank, we are excited for this collaboration to respond to our customer’s needs using digital innovative solutions. The integration of WesBank’s digital application technology into our website will enhance Nissan and Nissan Finance’s offering to prospective Nissan vehicle owners,” says Nancy Moodley, Nissan South Africa’s Head of Customer Experience and Digital.

When developing this platform, our goal was to make the online journey of applying for vehicle finance a stress-free conversation
– Dane Reddy, WesBank’s Head of Digital

As the coronavirus creates significant challenges for the automotive industry, it has become more important than ever to use technology to deliver the full bouquet of virtual customer solutions including e-commerce. This impactful tool launched by WesBank and Nissan allows customers get car finance approval in minutes from the comfort of their mobile devices. The laborious and complicated process of applying for vehicle finance has now been simplified offering potential & current Nissan customers a tailor-made deal suited to their budget.

“When developing this platform, our goal was to make the online journey of applying for vehicle finance a stress-free conversation, not an interrogation, for our customers – simple as that. We ask the applicants to tell us a bit about themselves and the car they are interested in purchasing and in under 10 minutes, we can tell them whether they are approved for the requested vehicle financing or not. If not, we can offer them alternative options to fit their budget,” says Dane Reddy, WesBank’s Head of Digital.

Nissan recently introduced a host of digital services as part of its Shop@Home platform to make it easier for customers to interact with their products particularly during these times when we are observing best practice in managing COVID-19.