by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Blogs
The Easter school holidays this year begin on 28 March, which means roads across the country will be much busier during this period as thousands of people embark on holidays. An increase in traffic volumes almost always sees an increase in fatalities on the country’s...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Blogs
Human Rights tomorrow marks an important event in our country’s history: the uprising in Sharpeville in 1969. Almost 50 years on we still value the ideals of that day, universal human rights for all in our country. As part of that we must be reminded that every South...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Blogs
When we’re travelling, it’s often the pictures we take that help us to capture and share our experiences. They tell a story and preserve a memory. The better the photos, the more they communicate. Here are some tips to help you get the most out of your...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Blogs
With so many spectacular long-distance holiday destinations in South Africa, staying safe on the road is essential for you and your family. A ‘long distance’ trip is generally a trip of 300 km or more, or longer than three hours. Here are ten long distance driving...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Blogs
Car tyre safety remains a massive problem that, if addressed effectively, can play a significant role in reducing the carnage on South African roads. At a recent event the AA held a car tyre safety demonstration at the Gerotek Test Facilities west of Pretoria, which...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Press releases
Although basic fuel prices are showing signs of further decreases at month end, the overall price of fuel is set to increase because of the addition of increased fuel levies in April. This is according to the unaudited mid-month fuel price data released by the Central...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Press releases
More traffic is expected on the roads in the coming weeks as families from across the country prepare to enjoy the Easter holidays. Schools close for the Easter break on 28 March and reopen on 10 April. Easter Weekend begins on 30 March (Good Friday) and ends on 2...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Blogs
Choosing the South African Car of the Year (COTY) is a long and intricate, but often misunderstood, process. Indeed, there are many local organisations, websites and publications that run their own Car of the Year competitions, rewarding anything from affordability to...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Press releases
Thirty-seven percent of South African motorists say they will still choose diesel vehicles over petrol vehicles even though recent studies show up to 38 000 people die prematurely as a result of diesel engines exceeding their stated emissions standards. This is one of...
