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Safe driving over the holidays

The holidays are approaching, and the country's roads are expected to get busier. Motorists need to be extra vigilant and cautious when driving during the holidays because the increase in traffic also, unfortunately, increases the potential risks of crashes. We've compiled some guidelines to help you and your family stay safe as well as ensure the safety of other travel companions and other road...

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Love your car this February

February is the month of love, and the ideal time to show your partner how much you cherish them. It is also a good time to show how much you care for the other love in your life: your car. Regular car care is vital to ensuring your car operates optimally. And, perhaps more importantly, looking after your car will extend its good looks, and improve its resale value. Another important reason to...

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Ten golden rules for road safety

Returning from holiday after a long break can be quite stressful for many drivers who have to begin renegotiating heavy morning and afternoon traffic again. At this time of the year it’s always a good idea to familiarise yourself with some basic road rules that keep you and your family safe on the road. A good starting point are the ten Golden Rules ffor road safety published by the...

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Show you care and take note of the do’s and don’ts of our South African national roads/freeways

Another way you can show your love to other road users is by making sure you keep to the rules while using the national roads/freeways. Regulation 323 of the National Road Traffic Act stipulates what a motorist must not do on our national freeways. Specifically, a motorist cannot use the following modes of transport: Operate a vehicle pulled by an animal A pedal cycle A motor cycle with a...

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A pre-trip vehicle inspection made easy

Anyone who took the K53 driver’s licence test will also recall the tedious 30-point exterior and 8-point interior pre-trip vehicle inspection. This includes checking everything from the exterior mirrors and windscreen to the number plate, indicator lenses and seat belts. The day you passed the test was probably the last time you did such a thorough check of your car but all drivers should in...

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Get a car seat for your child – it’s the law

In July 2015 a law was introduced which requires passengers in a vehicle who are younger than three years of age to be in a child seat. Unfortunately, little has changed in the way many people transport children, with compliance among drivers apparently still very low. People who drive with children in their car who are not buckled up, or in child restraint seats, are risking the lives of these...

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Happy and safe driving in 2018!

With the holiday season over, road users should always remember the importance of driving a roadworthy vehicle. It is both dangerous and illegal to drive on a damaged tyre, or a tyre that has been fitted to the rim incorrectly, as these could pose danger to other road users. In terms of the law, the tread on tyres must be at least one mm deep across the tyre’s entire width over the full...

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South Africa’s road safety crisis: what is the answer?

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 this number is lower than the 1714 the previous year, it is still an unacceptable high number of people who have died on our roads....

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What safety features should you look for in a car?

It’s a new year and many school leavers will be going to tertiary institutions. Graduates are also starting their working careers. As a result, parents and young people will be looking to buy a first car. While aspects such as looks, specification levels and fuel consumption will undoubtedly play a role in the choice of vehicle, safety features should also be a key consideration. In 2016, the AA...

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Consider your Fellow Drivers – Indicate

With the advancement of technology and infrastructure, our lives have become far more fast-paced over the years. Our time is precious and we do not want to spend all this time travelling when we could be spending it with our family and loved ones. Consideration for other road users often comes second to our desire to reach our destinations. A good driver should not only be able to drive well,...

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Make it memorable

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 staffer did not descend into a selfie and autograph fest. Instead, he acknowledged Kirsten’s presence by quietly serving his cappuccino...

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Mixed outlook for fuel prices in January – AA

Current unaudited data from the Central Energy Fund (CEF) shows a mix of increases and decreases in fuel prices for January. Commenting on the data, the Automobile Association (AA) says the data indicates that while there is a slight increase for ULP93, diesel, and illuminating paraffin prices are expected to decrease. Based on the data, ULP95 is anticipated to increase by around three cents per litre, while ULP93 is projected to increase by 11 cents per litre. Diesel prices are expected to...

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...