by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Blogs
Choosing the South African Car of the Year (COTY) is a long and intricate, but often misunderstood, process. Indeed, there are many local organisations, websites and publications that run their own Car of the Year competitions, rewarding anything from affordability to...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Blogs
Paternoster and the Cape West Coast: seaside romance South Africa’s western coastline is dotted with scenic beaches and small towns, with Paternoster amongst the oldest and the most picturesque. Just 145 kilometres from Cape Town, it offers visitors a vision of an...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Blogs
Despite all the stories in the news about horror crashes, motorcycle popularity is on this rise as more and more people recognise their cost-effectiveness and convenience. The truth is, motorcycle riders face great risks when riding. Here are some helpful tips for...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Blogs
Ignorance is not an excuse for not following road laws, and being a foreign driver will not give you a ‘get out of jail free’ card. Almost every country has its own unique set of regulations, so do some research before heading off. This should prevent any...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Blogs
While the official road fatality statistics for 2017 have not yet been released, the figures for the festive period from 1 December 2017 to 15 January 2018 have been made public. These show that 1676 people died on South African roads during the holidays. And, while...