AA Research
At the AA, we believe that informed decisions lead to safer, smarter mobility.
That’s why we invest in ongoing research to better understand the needs, behaviours, and expectations of South African motorists.
Our research explores key topics such as:
- Roadside assistance usage and service trends
- Driver behaviour and safety attitudes
- Mobility patterns and transport choices
- Public sentiment on fuel pricing, licensing, and regulation
- Emerging technologies and their impact on mobility
We use these insights to shape our products, improve service delivery, and advocate for policies that protect and empower road users.
Whether you’re a policy maker, business partner, or AA member, our research offers valuable perspectives on the future of mobility in South Africa.
Driving licence problems need more time to solve
The Automobile Association (AA) is encouraged that the driving licence production machine is again operational and that efforts are underway to clear the massive backlogs in the delivery of driving licences to motorists in the country. However, the Association remains...
Fuel hiked again on ominous oil
Ominous oil price data is the main cause of increased fuel prices. This is according to the Automobile Association (AA), which was commenting on the latest price hikes for February announced by the Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE). Petrol will...
Increase in road fatalities shocking and worrying
The 14 percent increase in the number of road fatalities during the 2021/2022 festive season compared to the 2020/2021 festive season is shocking and worrying and points to the need for urgent intervention and not promises of change. The Automobile Association (AA)...
After holiday vehicle check list
Returning from a well-deserved break often means dealing with admin forgotten while sunning on the beach, or lazing by the pool. Buying school supplies and clothing, paying bills, and getting back into a work mentality again dominate people’s agendas. During this...
Court dismisses AARTO
The Automobile Association (AA) welcomes the judgment handed down by the Pretoria High Court declaring that the Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences Act (AARTO), and its Amendments, are unconstitutional. The court found that "the AARTO and...
Fuel pulls back on drifting oil stronger Rand
Despite decreases, Association repeats call for fuel price review 2022 kicks off with some good news for fuel users, with across-the-board reductions in prices. This is according to the Automobile Association (AA), which was commenting on price movements announced by...