by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Press releases
Retreating oil prices have painted a rosier picture for South African fuel users than has been the case for much of 2019. This is according to the unaudited mid-month fuel price data released by the Central Energy Fund. At this stage of the month, we are predicting a...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Press releases
Unexpectedly strong international fuel prices have raised the spectre of an unwelcome fuel price hike for petrol users at the end of April. This is according to the unaudited mid-month fuel price data released by the Central Energy Fund. The current data suggests that...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Press releases
Strong oil prices and an ever-weakening Rand have combined to set up another massive fuel price hike. This is according to the unaudited month-end fuel price data released by the Central Energy Fund. These increases will be compounded by rises in fuel taxes which come...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Press releases
In its current form, the Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences (Aarto) Bill, is cause for concern. The National Assembly earlier this month passed the Bill and sent it to President Cyril Ramaphosa to be signed into law. In principle, we are in favour of...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Blogs
With its mountains, oceans, forests, vineyards, Big Five game reserves, exciting cities and more, South Africa really does have it all. And with so many options available to us within a short drive from our major cities, South Africa makes it easy to head out on...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Press releases
Fresh off substantial fuel price hikes in March, South Africans should brace themselves for further increases in April. This is according to the unaudited mid-month fuel price data released by the Central Energy Fund. The projected basic fuel price increase is being...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Blogs
A bumper bashing refers to an incident in which a car bumps into the rear of the car in front of it. Bumper bashings happen more frequently during the rainy season, which is why it is important to know what to do should you find yourself in this situation. Although...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Press releases
More fuel price hikes are on their way courtesy of a weaker Rand. This is according to unaudited month-end fuel price data supplied by the Central Energy Fund (CEF). International petroleum prices remained virtually unchanged on average during August. But, the Rand...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Blogs
Spring has sprung, and its time to get your house in order! But instead of just focusing on spring cleaning your home, the warmer weather also presents you with the perfect excuse to give your car some attention too. Here’s how to give your car some TLC after a long...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Blogs
At some point we all have to drive in the dark, whether it’s commuting to work during the darker winter mornings, leaving early on a road trip, or driving home at night from a social engagement. For some people, driving at night makes them feel less confident. Driving...