by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Blogs
In South Africa, laws undergo a certain process before officially being enacted. Before a proposed piece of legislation becomes law, it goes through a process of discussion and deliberation in parliament. The public also has an opportunity to comment on the proposed...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Blogs
You’ve been saving all year for your annual family vacation. You’ve found the ideal accommodation online and you’ve paid the deposit. However, upon your arrival you find that the establishment does not exist. You have not only lost the money you’ve paid but there is...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Blogs
Previous to the promulgation of the Consumer Protection Act, consumers had limited rights relayed to them in terms of purchasing a second hand vehicle especially in relation to the inclusion of a “voetstoots” clause which is the ambit under which most used motor...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Blogs
Traffic accidents are a regular occurrence on South African roads with thousands of accidents reported annually. The odds are that at some point you will come across an accident scene. Knowing how best to handle such a situation can go a long way towards lessening the...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Blogs
While Gary Kirsten was in India coaching the country’s national cricket team, he met then FNB CEO Michael Jordaan for coffee. The waiter certainly did not fail to recognise Kirsten as he is considered something of a “demigod” in that cricket-mad nation. But the...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Blogs
With the arrival of the festive season, South Africans will be celebrating the holidays in customary animated fashion. While it is important to relax and have fun during this time, it is crucial to be mindful of the legal implications of drinking and driving. The...
