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From advice on planning a road trip to how to keep your tyres in tip-top condition, read our latest articles for motoring news, insights, tips, etc.

Mixed bag of fuel prices to end off the year – AA

South African motorists can expect a mixed bag of fuel price adjustments in December. The Automobile Association (AA) says current unaudited data from the Central Energy Fund (CEF) indicate a slight reduction in petrol prices, and more substantial increases to diesel...

Blue Light behaviour a shameful blight on SA roads

The presence of Blue Light Brigades appears to be increasing with these high-speed motorcades now an almost daily occurrence on Gauteng highways. The Automobile Association (AA) says Blue Light Brigades pose a threat to road users, particularly as drivers in the...

Fuel good times set to end in November

The five-month trend of fuel decreases is set to end in November according to the Automobile Association (AA). Commenting on unaudited data from the Central Energy Fund (CEF), the AA says it expects the first fuel price increase since May in November as a result of...

AA appoints Bobby Ramagwede as new CEO

The Automobile Association (AA) has appointed Bobby Ramagwede as its new Chief Executive Officer with effect from 1 October 2024. Ramagwede brings to the position extensive professional experience at CEO and Board level in a career spanning almost two decades. An MBA...

Gautrain a financial train wreck that must be stopped

Any expansion of the current Gautrain service is wasteful expenditure on a service that doesn’t service the needs of most of Gauteng’s citizens. The Automobile Association (AA) says spending billions of Rands on extending the service must seriously be reconsidered and...

Good fuel news for motorists going into summer – AA

South African motorists can expect another significant fuel price reduction to kick off summer says the Automobile Association (AA). Commenting on unaudited data from the Central Energy Fund (CEF), the AA says both grades of petrol, diesel, and illuminating paraffin...

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If there’s ever a chance a car battery would suddenly not work, it is in winter. This is because car batteries are forced to work harder to get the engine going than at any other time of the year.
Cold temperatures affect the functioning of the car battery as it is forced to work harder to get your engine going.

Hard work and dedication sets the AA’s Collen Khoza on a new path

If there’s ever a chance a car battery would suddenly not work, it is in winter. This is because car batteries are forced to work harder to get the engine going than at any other time of the year.
Cold temperatures affect the functioning of the car battery as it is forced to work harder to get your engine going.

Why do car batteries act up in winter

If there’s ever a chance a car battery would suddenly not work, it is in winter. This is because car batteries are forced to work harder to get the engine going than at any other time of the year.
Cold temperatures affect the functioning of the car battery as it is forced to work harder to get your engine going.

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Driving in the rain? Tips to stay in control at all times. Be safe not sorry.

The advent of spring has brought with it some rain in parts of the country. This means there will be a lot of wet roads out there meaning that tyres may only have half as much grip on the surface as on dry roads. Motorists need to be aware that the conditions are...

ESCAPE THE WINTER BLUES WITH THESE SHO’T LEFT GETAWAYS

What’s the best way to escape the winter blues? It’s heading off for a spontaneous weekend getaway! Nothing beats the feeling of turning your back on the city to explore the roads less travelled and discover South Africa’s hidden gems. And with access to a comprehensive list of AA-approved accommodation, you can rest assured that you’re getting the best value for money during your stay.

Need inspiration? We’ve got you covered.

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Mixed bag of fuel prices to end off the year – AA

South African motorists can expect a mixed bag of fuel price adjustments in December. The Automobile Association (AA) says current unaudited data from the Central Energy Fund (CEF) indicate a slight reduction in petrol prices, and more substantial increases to diesel and illuminating paraffin prices. Based on the CEF’s data, ULP95 is expected to reduce by approximately five c/l, while ULP93 is set for a reduction of approximately 16c/l. Diesel is expected to increase by between 40c/l and...

Blue Light behaviour a shameful blight on SA roads

The presence of Blue Light Brigades appears to be increasing with these high-speed motorcades now an almost daily occurrence on Gauteng highways. The Automobile Association (AA) says Blue Light Brigades pose a threat to road users, particularly as drivers in the vehicles transporting politicians and behave aggressively towards other motorists. “The vicious assault on three drivers on the N1 highway in Fourways, Johannesburg in 2023 is a good example of how ‘protection officers’ in the...

Fuel good times set to end in November

The five-month trend of fuel decreases is set to end in November according to the Automobile Association (AA). Commenting on unaudited data from the Central Energy Fund (CEF), the AA says it expects the first fuel price increase since May in November as a result of higher international product prices and a steady softening of the Rand against the US Dollar.   According to the CEF’s figures, ULP95 is expected to be slightly higher by around 14 cents a litre, while ULP93 is set for an...