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Mixed outlook for fuel prices in October
Significant decreases to fuel prices across the board are expected in September based on current unaudited mid-month data from the Central Energy Fund (CEF). And, says the Automobile Association (AA), the expected decreases will not be mitigated by any refunds to the General Fuel Levy (GFL), so they will be substantial.
FIA Region I unveils Drive with Care campaign for Road Safety
Significant decreases to fuel prices across the board are expected in September based on current unaudited mid-month data from the Central Energy Fund (CEF). And, says the Automobile Association (AA), the expected decreases will not be mitigated by any refunds to the General Fuel Levy (GFL), so they will be substantial.
Motorists to get some relief at the pumps in September– AA
Significant decreases to fuel prices across the board are expected in September based on current unaudited mid-month data from the Central Energy Fund (CEF). And, says the Automobile Association (AA), the expected decreases will not be mitigated by any refunds to the General Fuel Levy (GFL), so they will be substantial.
AA’s Rem-i Amica plays major role in rescue of Boksburg businessman
The tracking capabilities of the Automobile Association’s (AA) Rem-i...
Fuel decreases on the horizon
Significant decreases to fuel prices across the board are expected in September based on current unaudited mid-month data from the Central Energy Fund (CEF). And, says the Automobile Association (AA), the expected decreases will not be mitigated by any refunds to the General Fuel Levy (GFL), so they will be substantial.
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.
2022 AA Entry-Level Vehicle Safety Report shows encouraging inclusion of safety features on vehicles
The inclusion of vehicle safety features on entry-level vehicles is improving with the majority of vehicles in this category offering moderate to acceptable safety features. This is according to the 2022 Automobile Association (AA) Entry-Level Vehicle Safety Report (ELVS) which assess available safety features on entry-level vehicles available locally.
Some relief expected at the pumps in August
South Africans can expect some relief at the pumps in August based on current unaudited mid-month data from the Central Energy Fund (CEF), according to the Automobile Association (AA).
Fuel increases will hit consumers hard
The Automobile Association (AA) says the fuel price adjustments announced by the government today will hit already financially stretched pressed consumers hard and put extra pressure on an already struggling economy.
Maruti Suzuki S-Presso rated three stars for adult occupant protection in South Africa
Global NCAP and the Automobile Association of South Africa (AA) launch the last result for the #Saf-erCarsForAfrica campaign under its current test protocols today (30 June), with the welcome support of the FIA Foundation and Bloomberg Philanthropies. As from next month the assessment protocols will be up-dated to include side impact, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), and pedestrian protection requirements.
Gautrain expansion a disastrous financial decision
The determination of the expansion route for the Gautrain by Gauteng MEC for Roads and Transport, Mr Jacob Mamabolo, disregards factual evidence opposing such a move, and underscores the poor financial decision to allocate funds to a failing system. The Automobile Association (AA) says publication of the route determination for Phase 1 of the proposed Gauteng Rapid Rail Integrated Network (GRRIN) project – Gautrain – must be rejected and urges national government to halt any discussions regarding the funding of such expansions.
Government’s extended fuel relief welcome
Government’s announcement that it will extend fuel relief in the form of a reduced General Fuel Levy (GFL) in June and July is welcome and will ease financial pressure on embattled consumers. But, says the Automobile Association (AA), while the relief is being extended, the massive increases to fuel prices for June are still going to hurt consumers and the economy.