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...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Blogs
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....
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Blogs
Class 1 - Light vehicles: Light vehicles are motor vehicles, other than heavy vehicles as defined below, with or without a trailer, and include motorcycles, motor tricycles and motor cars. Class 2 – Medium heavy vehicles: Medium heavy...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Press releases
As part of President Cyril Ramaphosa’s sweeping new changes to the Cabinet, we welcome the appointment of Dr Blade Nzimande to the post of Minister of Transport. We look forward to working with Dr Nzimande on issues affecting road users particularly road safety. Dr...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Press releases
Fuel prices are set to drop in March as South Africans benefit from a stable exchange rate and lower international fuel prices. This is according to the unaudited month-end fuel data released by the Central Energy Fund. The Rand was trading at around R12.00 to the US...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Blogs
Planning a trip? Make sure that you’re familiar with the lock requirements of the country you intend to visit. If you plan on travelling to the US, make sure your luggage locks are TSA-approved. TSA-compliant locks are now mandatory in the US. The US’s...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Blogs
Travelling light not only saves you time, it can save you money and energy too. When travelling, we tend to over-pack and often end up taking two or more suitcases with us. With many airlines now enforcing the "one suitcase" policy, another bag can force you...
