by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Press releases
Toll fees across South Africa have risen by between six and seven percent, signalling yet another financial blow to already cash-strapped South Africans. And, the increases come at a time when fuel is touching on record high levels, in part because of the hefty...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Press releases
Finding yourself at the centre of a civil unrest situation in your car is not something many people think of. However, recent events in some parts of South Africa mean it is wise to be prepared if this does happen to you. The first, and most important action, is to...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Press releases
The annual road fatality statistics for 2017, made available by the Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) on their website on Friday (SUBS: 20 April), is another indication of the need for urgent road safety intervention on South Africa’s roads. The statistics...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Press releases
Transport Minister Blade Nzimande released the Easter road death toll today announcing a shocking 14% increase in road fatalities over the Easter period from 29 March to 9 April 2018, over the same period in 2017. This period coincides with national school holidays....
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Blogs
How do you know if the number plates on your vehicle, motorcycle, trailer or caravan are legal? Here is our quick guide. Size There are only three legal number plate sizes and each must be embossed with alphanumerics of a specific size. 520 mm x 113 mm – embossed with...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Press releases
Sharp increases in the landed prices of fuels are set to hit motorists hard at the end of April. This is according to the unaudited mid-month data released by the Central Energy Fund. Petroleum prices were largely flat in the first week of April, but spiked sharply as...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Press releases
To understand how the fuel price is comprised, we are publishing a fuel price breakdown for the third year. This breakdown gives a snapshot of how the cost of every litre of petrol inland, and at the coast, is determined. These figures are based on 93 unleaded octane...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Press releases
The fuel price is set for a steep hike as higher fuel levies kick in, and an increase in international fuel prices makes its presence felt. This is according to the unaudited month-end fuel price data released by the Central Energy Fund. International petroleum...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Press releases
In adverse weather conditions, such as those currently being experienced in many parts of the country, employers have a responsibility to ensure the safety of their employees. And, understanding this obligation before bad weather occurs is vital. Too often we hear...
