As we all embark on our holidays with our friends and families, for peace of mind we need to ensure that we are safe and secure in the vehicle that will be carrying our precious passengers! We at CMH Ford Durban want you to enjoy your down-time to the maximum, and you can rely on us to get your vehicle in top shape for the festive season.
If you feel that your vehicle has recently been acting up, the best thing to do is contact our service department and one of our trained technicians will assist you and put all your concerns to rest. Before you set out on your journey here are a few things you should be mindful of:
Pre- Holiday Checklist:
- Leaks: It is wise to look out for leaks from various components and hoses underneath the vehicle. Always check coolant hoses for leaks, as well as the radiator and oil cooler.
- Check your spare wheel/tyres: It is Vital to see if your spare tyre, the jack, and spanner, are all present in your vehicle and if they are in working order. The last thing you want on holiday is to be stuck on the side of the road without an inflated tyre.
- Ensure your vehicle is properly aligned: Always be alert when you drive and take note if your steering pulls too much to the right or left direction. This may indicate a wheel alignment problem./
- Check your brake pads: This is a critical component of getting your car ready for the open road, if your brakes are not in PROPER working order it will impair your vehicles braking ability. It should always be more than 5mm thick.
- Light and wiper check: Make sure all your vehicles lights are in working order from reverse lights, brake lights to all indicators. It is important that your wiper blades are not squeaking or streaking your windscreen when driving in wet or misty weather conditions.
For Peace Of Mind come down to 901 Umgeni road and ask one of our qualified professionals to assist you with your pre-holiday vehicle check. Call us on 0313130800 to book your car in with our service advisors/technicians and we will gladly assist you so you can be prepared for your well-deserved break!
CMH Kempster Ford Umhlanga Service Department customers will be required to sit in your vehicle and follow the queue. Once it is your turn a member of our team will sanitize your vehicle while you follow the protocols as mentioned above. After you have been screened you will follow the Yellow stickers on the floor maintaining 1.5m distance until you reach your Service advisor.
New and Used vehicle customers are to follow the same protocols mentioned above when entering the dealership. Once that is done you will then walk upstairs to the new vehicle showroom where you will meet the receptionist. They will then guide you to the next available salesperson in the New and Used vehicle showroom. There will be stickers on the floor for your safety in order to maintain social distancing.
Parts department customers will need to follow the same entry protocols as mentioned above and then move forward into the parts department where social distancing will be maintained.
Remember wear your mask at all times and Sanitizer will be provided around the entire dealership.
Whether you want to purchase a vehicle, bring your vehicle in for a service, or purchase parts, our team are waiting to assist you.
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Getting back into the swing of things, we would like to introduce the captain of the ship for our new car department – Mr John Ludgrove, taking the wheel as NEW CAR MANAGER. Along with extensive experience in the automotive industry, John also has a passion for people and is focused on customer centricity. He will ensure that you have a memorable experience with us, and all your relevant concerns will be attended to - so you are assured complete peace of mind when purchasing your new vehicle.
We understand that the previous year was not exactly a walk in the park for most people, but we can assure you that we too are getting acquainted with the “new normal” way of doing things. At CMH Kempster Ford Durban we have ALL COVID-19 protocols in place and are fully compliant. All dealer employees, contractors and customers have their temperature checked daily and sanitizers are readily available across ALL departments. Vehicles are disinfected at regular intervals to ensure the most stringent precautions are taken.
Make your way down to 901 Umgeni Rd for fantastic new or pre-owned specials, all your servicing needs and vehicle parts requirements.
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The new Ford Ranger Thunder is here! The Ranger is one of the best-selling vehicles in South Africa, and now Ford has released another special Ranger, called the Thunder.
Based on the existing Wildtrak, the new Thunder edition features an updated tough and distinctive design with an edgier look for customers who aren't afraid to be noticed. It is characterized by:
Ford Umhlanga gives back to the community enabling a brighter future for our learners at Emakheni Primary School in Ndedwe, KwaZulu Natal by providing desks and chairs as the school was lacking these very important necessities. The items were delivered personally by the team at CMH Kempster Ford Umhlanga using our Built Ford Tough Rangers. It was a great day for both the learners and the team as we were able to assist the school that needed these resources. The educators and learners at Emakheni Primary School, in oThongathi (Tongaat) expressed their gratitude and appreciation to CMH Kempster Ford Umhlanga for the generous donation of desks and chairs. Emakheni Primary School serves learners who come from an underprivileged community. The principal of the school Mr DJ Qwaba, said, “Miss LA Nkosi approached us about getting assistance for the school from the company she works for, CMH Kempster Ford Umhlanga. We were humbled and overjoyed”. He went further on to say “Your gesture is going to assist us in achieving quality education and teaching at our school”.
In the Future we hope to help more schools in order to provide basic needs for our future learners.
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The team at CMH Kempster Ford Durban is absolutely thrilled to be the proud vehicle sponsor of GRACE FAMILY CHURCH. In recognition of their incredible dedication, commitment, and passion, CMH Kempster Ford Durban has provided them with a brand-new Ford Ranger to assist the missions and justice department. Here at CMH Kempster Ford Durban, we are all about making a difference by assisting and supporting genuine community initiatives.
Once again, CMH Kempster Ford Durban applauds Grace Family Church on their sterling commitment to uplift, educate and empower people from all walks of life. We hope that your new Ford Ranger will create memories and lend a helping hand when it is needed most.
CMH Kempster Ford Durban
901 Umgeni Road
At CMH Kempster Ford Hatfield we are proud to have the opportunity to sell this vehicle to you. There are also some facts about a Ford Ranger Production that we would like to share with you. Some you may know and some you may have not known thus far.
It may be interesting for many to also note that Ford South Africa will be building their 700 000th Ford Ranger in the year 2020. We truly think this is a great achievement not only for the local plants but for all employees of the Ford brand.
The Year 2019 had other milestones for our favourite vehicle.
You can enjoy driving this amazing vehicle that is globally recognized by visiting us at CMH Kempster Ford Hatfield. We have a wide selection of derivatives under the Ford Ranger scope, let us help you drive one of the best.
Why do so many people buy SUVs?
Sport Utility Vehicles promise a life spent outdoors full of adventure, doing all kinds of fun with lots of room for your family or friends to embrace a world filled with endless possibilities with you. It will safely take you from point A to point B and can handle harsh road conditions with ease.
Ford’s EcoSport has consistently featured in South Africa’s monthly ranking of the top 10 selling passenger cars since its launch in 2013, and with good reason!
Ford has found the perfect recipe to combine sturdy SUV functionality with unrivalled city car practicality, designed to make every day a little simpler.
The new Ford Ecosport is designed for all the courageous, young-at-heart people, who love writing their own stories. The ones who don't wait for something to happen and don’t just sit around looking at how others are living their lives. They go out there and create a life of adventure, seeing every day as a blank page with an opportunity to fill it with what they enjoy doing. They’re writing their own journey and looking forward to sharing it with the people around them.
The Ecosport line-up includes:
1) Taking pride in leading fuel economy with the line-up now starting with a 1.5 litre Ti-VCT 3-cylinder 91kW petrol engine with a claimed combined fuel average of 6.4 litres per 100 km and only comes in a 5-speed manual transmission (available in Ambiente).
2) The award-winning 1.0 litre EcoBoost 3-cylinder 92 kW turbocharged petrol engine with an average of 5.4 litres per 100 km in the 6-speed manual version and 6.3 litres per 100 km in the 6-speed automatic transmission (available in Trend and Titanium).
3) And lastly, the 1.5 litre 4-cylinder 74kW turbodiesel engine with an incredible average of 4.6 litres per 100 km in a 5-speed manual transmission (only available in Ambiente).
It is plain to see big performance is in and regular visits to the fuel stations are out! So, you can now really "Go Further" thanks to Ford's innovation and excellent engineering.
With a bold new exterior design, the Ecosport always looks all set and ready for a good time. At just over 4 metres, the EcoSport is the same length as a Ford Fiesta which makes it easy to drive and to park. Elevated ride height allows you to peer over traffic jams and see more of what’s going on around you. Also, it’s never been easier to get in and out, thanks to the perfectly positioned seats!
The EcoSport is very spacious for a compact SUV and quite versatile with smart storage solutions, boot space of 333 litres and the rear seats can also be folded down to give you more space to load bigger objects.
It has a ground clearance of 206mm which makes overcoming potholes and harsh road conditions a super easy task. Ford's Ecosport also proofed a remarkable water wading depth of 550 mm! Even though the Ecosport doesn’t have a 4x4 option, it still has something to offer when it comes to water crossing, which can come in very handy especially areas that are prone to flooding.
What features will I find in an entry-level Ecosport Ambiente?
Bluetooth Connectivity, x2 USB Ports, Voice Control, Steering Wheel Mounted Audio Controls, Rear Parking Sensors, Front and Rear Power Windows, Halogen Headlamps, Dual Front, Side and Curtain Airbags, Electronic Stability Control, Emergency Brake Assist, ISOFIX child seat mounting points, Remote Central Locking, Perimeter Alarm and Immobiliser, Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Radio / CD / USB Ports, and manually activated ‘Follow-me-home’ headlamps.
Titanium features over and above the Ambiente:
Keeping in sync with your loved ones is just a voice command away using Ford’s classy SYNC3 infotainment system, which is fitted as standard on the Titanium models and also features a Navigation system on an 8.0" colour touchscreen.
Keyless entry and start. You can now start your new journey with a push of a button and Go Wander in your direction.
Roll Stability Control. Helps you keep connected to the road and in control, this especially comes in handy around corners and slippery surfaces.
Hill Launch Assist. Own that hill start every time! This function holds the brakes for 3 seconds longer from when you take your foot off the brake pedal.
Collision Mitigation System - uses camera technology to detect a potential accident and can help reduce the severity or in some cases completely avoid a frontal collision.
Adaptive Cruise Control which uses sensors and a camera to help you maintain distance between you and the vehicle ahead.
Auto-dimming rear-view mirror darkens automatically in proportion to how bright the flash is, then clear once the glare is no longer detected.
Fit almost anywhere with power-folding mirrors to make the Ecosport a little narrower and Front and Rear Park Distance Control.
And so much more...
All models come standard with Ford Protect, containing a 4 year / 120 000 km comprehensive warranty, 3 year / unlimited distance roadside assistance and 5 year / unlimited km corrosion warranty. A 4 year / 60 000 km service plan is included, with 15 000 km or 12 months service intervals, whichever one comes first.
So, is the Ford Ecosport a good buy?
The EcoSport is a stylish small SUV with enough space to comfortably seat 5 people and is ideal for small households. It is quite simply the perfect lifestyle vehicle that will suit all your day to day needs. It delivers excellent value for money and drives like a dream!
For the best Ford Ecosport specials, visit CMH Kempster Ford Pretoria North at 610 Steve Biko Road, Gezina, Pretoria or contact our sales team on 
Some tips on Car care Awareness.
1) Turning your air conditioner off when you can.
2) Use cruise control features if you have.
3) End aggressive driving habits which can lead to a loss of fuel efficiency.
4) Clean out your car so you drive with a lighter load.
5) Have proper tire pressure levels.
6) Drive at the speed limit.
For young adults leaving school or moving on from university, we understand how hard it is to be patient when it comes to owning your first set of wheels.
With that in mind, if you’re serious about your studies, you’re already on the road to success. As a graduate in an increasingly competitive world, your tertiary education is likely to secure you a higher future income as a skilled professional in your career of choice. All that basically means is that, after all that hard work of burning the midnight oil at university, that set of brand new wheels aren’t too far out of reach!
But in the meantime, there’s no harm in looking and finding the vehicle that’s right for you, and we have just the right one in mind.
The All New Ford Figo!
If you’ve decided to buy a new vehicle, then the chances are, value for money and reliability are some of your primary concerns. But, thankfully with the all new Ford Figo, you also don’t have to compromise on comfort, safety features, driving dynamics, and good looks. So we definitely think this vehicle should be at the top of your list of vehicles for taking out for a test drive.
Starting at under R200k, it represents the entry point to the Ford brand in the South African market. We can also boast about the Figo being consistently one of the country’s best-sellers in the budget car segment. In 2019 Ford launched the new, funky Figo Blu, with its distinctive sporty Blu good looks, for those who dare to be different and stand out.
Based on the 1,5 Trend hatchback model, the Figo Blu can easily be distinguished from the standard Figo by a number of model-specific styling enhancements. Most noticeably is the exterior sports black roof, black mesh grille, black mirror housings, and black multi-spoke 15-inch alloy wheels, with eye-catching blue accents, inside and out.
All five-door hatchback and four-door sedan models, including the Figo Blu, come with driver and passenger airbags, ABS brakes with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), remote central locking, electric front windows with one-touch operation on the driver’s side, a factory-fitted immobiliser, electric power-assisted steering, tilt adjustment for the steering column, headlight level adjustment, a built-in Ford Audio unit with an integrated display, Bluetooth connectivity, a USB slot, and Ford’s unique Device Dock for connecting and powering smartphone devices.
All Figo models are powered by Ford’s latest-generation 1.5-litre three-cylinder petrol engine. And all come standard with Ford Protect, comprising a four-year/120,000km comprehensive warranty, three-year/unlimited distance roadside assistance, and a five-year/unlimited km corrosion warranty. A four-year/60,000km service plan is included, with 15,000km service intervals.
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17” Alloy wheels available on Titanium models only.
Keep your hands on the wheel, and your eyes on the road. Use simple voice commands to make calls, listen to text messages, and play your favourite music.
The New ECOSPORT makes every load manageable. But never at the cost of your comfort. Flips, folds and fits everything. The cargo management system adapts to handle almost any weekend-sized load. This includes a new height adjustable boot floor, which can be raised to conceal storage or lowered to increase luggage capacity to 333 litres. The boot floor can now support over 300kg.
Peace of mind wherever you go
The New ECOSPORT’s safety features do more than just protect you. They help prevent the need for protection in the first place.
Get 360 degrees of confidence: with seven airbags you’ll feel protected from every side. These include driver and front passenger, driver’s knee, front side and side-curtain airbags.
Collision Mitigation System: comes standard on models:
Reduces the severity of the impact of a collision.
The Titanium models also come standard with a Thatcham alarm.
You’ll never be ‘blinded by the light’ thanks to the New ECOSPORT Titanium’s electrochromic rear-view mirror, which darkens whenever a vehicle shines its headlamps on it.
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